Mar 11 2006

Warm Weather Waltz

Published by lolly at 4:16 pm under One Skein Wonder, Project Spectrum, Strawberry Swirl

70 degrees Fahrenheit on a weekend:
perfect combination for some fun in the sun!

The pink cordouroy flip flops were on super-duper clearance last week at DSW (when it was 30 degrees outside!) and I snatched them up immediately. They came in quite handy today!

Sandals are my favorite thing about warm weather. I have the collection to prove it. Yet, I also love knitting socks… and it is hard to pull off that socks with sandals look. The warm weather will not hinder my sock knitting, but the sock wearing may have to wait until September!

Strawberry Swirl sock one is complete and fits perfectly. Sock two is off to a good start, and will most likely take up permanent residence in my hands throughout the remainder of the weekend. Love the way this yarn is knitting up!

This week has flown by - loads of Project Spectrum things going on (you have to check out the PS Flickr Group page - amazing pics updated everyday!), as well as work and school projects, family gatherings, and exercising. Since my youngest sister Sarah is in town for her college Spring Break, I decided to have them all over on Thursday night for dinner and a knit-in. We had a great time!

Mom and Sarah are knitting away on scarves and shawls, and behold my mom’s first circular FO! The cowl from Last Minute Knitted Gifts around her neck. She did a beautiful job on it, and it looks great with many outfits. It is also a great transition piece in this early spring weather when mornings and evenings can get chilly. Sarah started a drop-stitch scarf in a fun novelty yarn. She and mom both want to try felting for their next projects.

Mimi started on a great eyelet baby blanket for her pregnant friend in Hawaii. She is knitting this up so quickly and will be done in no time. She has really got the hang of it!

I wrapped up a super secret birthday knit for a certain sister of mine (ahem, Sarah) and am quite happy with the outcome. We are doing an early gift exchange this evening (her actual birthday is next week on St. Patrick’s Day) but since she was in town, I kicked the knitting into high gear, and saved a little postage as well ;)

Here’s the preview - I hope to get a modeled shot here soon.

…more details on that knit on the flip side…

I did a mini-meme. Here are a few of the red and pink items seen in my house this morning…


Mardi Gras mask from New Orleans 2004


Pink breakfast smoothie


Red Russian Dolls pin, souvenir from Dad’s trip to Bering Strait, Alaska

Just a few this time - more household pinks and reds to come.

I am taking Project Spectrum on the road (er, rails?) as Kris and I head up to the Big Apple for a few days. We leave tomorrow morning, and will be staying in Manhattan. I hope to blog while I am there, but if not, I will catch you on Wednesday!

Update 3/13/06 6:54pm: My site’s down time was a result of bandwidth overages… I hope all is well from here on out. The problem should be resolved with the hosting service. If you tried to join Project Spectrum and were denied, please try again!!

36 Responses to “Warm Weather Waltz”

  1. # anneon 11 Mar 2006 at 5:06 pm

    70 degrees! I’m traveling to DC next week and, oh, it would be so lovely if the warm weather sticks around. You guys have a great trip too, and enjoy your time in NYC.

  2. # Karenon 11 Mar 2006 at 5:19 pm

    Your sock looks great Lolly! Have a fun trip! I love visiting NYC.

  3. # Jenniferon 11 Mar 2006 at 5:33 pm

    Lovely sock, and I love those sandals! Have a nice trip!

  4. # Chrison 11 Mar 2006 at 5:37 pm

    Love that sock and the Mardi Gras mask. And I can hardly wait to see the super secret project - I love the colors in that photo.

  5. # debbieon 11 Mar 2006 at 5:55 pm

    *ooooh* such pretty pink socks!

  6. # Melon 11 Mar 2006 at 6:03 pm

    That pin is one of the cutest things I have ever seen!

  7. # tgzon 11 Mar 2006 at 6:32 pm

    Hi. How can I add my photos to project spectrum group? I have a flickr account with this email address. Thanks!

  8. # *karenon 11 Mar 2006 at 6:41 pm

    Wow that Mardi Gras mask is awesome. Have fun knitting in the pink and red

  9. # lauraon 11 Mar 2006 at 7:27 pm

    Have a good time! I love your socks.

  10. # Jennaon 11 Mar 2006 at 7:41 pm

    Cute flip flops, cute socks, cute family! I’m anxious to see your gift for your sis, the yarn looks so beautious. Have a great time in the big city, I’ll be thinking of you!

  11. # chrison 11 Mar 2006 at 7:51 pm

    Your sock looks wonderful! I love the way that colorway is knitting up. And what great sandals, too! Perfect for when you come back to Hawaii. ;-) Looks like the four of you had a fantastic time knitting together! It’s so awesome to see all of you knitting away on your different projects. I hope I can get my family to catch the knitting bug someday, too! The present you knit for Sarah looks so pretty- can’t wait to see more pics. Your mini Russian dolls are just adorable- I used to love playing with the larger nesting versions. Have a wonderful and safe trip to NY!! My love to all of you and take care! :-) xo, c.

  12. # catherineon 11 Mar 2006 at 9:13 pm

    I love the little russian pins, sooo cute! mimi looks like she and that baby blanket are in company with each other! can’t wait to see what sarah is getting!

  13. # Lucyon 11 Mar 2006 at 9:23 pm

    Enjoy your trip…you can’t get anymore red than the BIG APPLE!

  14. # Erinon 11 Mar 2006 at 10:19 pm

    Your strawberry swirl socks are turning out great. Don’t you just love this nice weather? It was 60 here and sunny (believe me, that’s a heat wave for where I live!) It was gorgeous!

  15. # Coleenon 11 Mar 2006 at 10:53 pm

    Awesome Strawberry sock! I love that your whole family knits together.

    Have a great time in the Big (Red) Apple and I’ll see you next week!

  16. # Amyon 11 Mar 2006 at 11:53 pm

    The flip-flops are great - we had a gorgeous day here in Chicago that made you think spring may finally be coming. :) Looking forward to the “super secret” sister gift reveal! :)

  17. # mrspaoon 12 Mar 2006 at 3:24 am

    Oh, wow! Lovely pin - such cute dolls. I love the mardi gras mask - those colours are really vibrant. You’ve made me what to go and hunt red and pink in my house now!

  18. # Karenon 12 Mar 2006 at 7:30 am

    I love your Russian doll pin - nesting dolls have always been a favorite of mine. Your sock is so pretty - I know you’ll have the second one done in no time. I’m dying to try out that Hill Country yarn. I’ll keep my fingers crossed that our “heat wave” continues while you’re in NYC . . . and also that the rainy forcast changes to sun!

  19. # Stephanieon 13 Mar 2006 at 6:42 pm

    Whatever that is you made for your sister is lovely! I love that pin too! I am a wee bit jealous of your knit-in!

  20. # KnitPastison 13 Mar 2006 at 7:00 pm

    So many beautiful things you just posted! I’m loving the family photos! The smoothie is one of my favorite things I make during the summer months when fresh fruit is at it’s peak. Yum! From your last post loving the necklace you made, so in! Your speeding right along on those socks,cute and comfy looking flip flops. Can’t wait to see what you made for your sister. Hey, is that a Vera Bradley purse I spot on your mom’s lap?? I have a few of those, great light weight purse to have. Gosh Lolly, these are just some great fun photos! Keep up the great posting and lucky you getting to go to NYC soon. I’ll be visiting there soon enough. I use to live on W 58th ST between 6th (Ave of Americas)& 7th Ave. That was one of the best times in my life.

  21. # eyeleenon 13 Mar 2006 at 10:27 pm

    Lovely sock! Have a great trip! Enjoy the city.

  22. # Wandaon 13 Mar 2006 at 10:35 pm

    I love that Strawberry Swirl sock. So cute. I hope you and Kris have a great trip in the city. Enjoy!

  23. # melissaon 13 Mar 2006 at 11:06 pm

    Have fun in Manhattan! There’s tons of great yarn stores to shop here (oh you know you’ll check some out!) Email me if you need any directions or cool places to go.

  24. # margeneon 14 Mar 2006 at 12:09 am

    We have snow and tempts in the 30’s! I’m envious of your free toes.

  25. # rebeccaon 14 Mar 2006 at 1:04 am

    fun shoes! i’m ready to shop for summer sandals
    your sister’s gift looks great, can’t wait to see the whole thing!

  26. # Rachelon 14 Mar 2006 at 1:33 am

    Have fun on vaca!! Your pink sock is really cute. i like that yarn a lot! Can’t wait to see the sister sweater modeled! The colors are fun!!

  27. # Saraon 14 Mar 2006 at 7:46 am

    *Is jealous of your sandal wearing* It is about 38 degrees here, and I almost put on sandals simply because it’s above freezing.

    I adore your strawberry swirl socks… this colorway rocks more than any other I have seen in various blogs lately. It makes me feel all happy just looking at them.

  28. # Raganon 14 Mar 2006 at 7:58 am

    Wow! All of the reds and pinks look so wonderful! I finished my pink (pink baby ribbon being the inspiration). Hopefully I will be able to post on the FlickR later today! Have a wonderful trip to NYC! It is still COLD up there!

  29. # Annon 14 Mar 2006 at 9:49 am

    I pulled out my sandals this weekend too - and had the first pedicure of the season! It was so nice.

    Your sock is so cute. I have to tell you - I’m not a project-spectrummer per se, but ever since it started, I find myself noticing more pink and red than I ever did before. What an effect! It’s delightful.

    Have a great time in NY!

  30. # Cherylon 14 Mar 2006 at 10:33 am

    I love those pink socks!!!!
    and the russian doll pin!!…those dolls are something I’ve wanted to start collecting and haven’t (yet)

  31. # Amyon 14 Mar 2006 at 10:55 am

    Your flip flops are fab. They look so comfy.

    Amy

  32. # Katarinaon 14 Mar 2006 at 11:09 am

    Flip Flops! It will probably take us another good 3 months before we walk around in shoes like that here in Stockholm…
    I’m soooo fed up with winter right now! And I’m a winter person!
    I want summer!

  33. # Estheron 14 Mar 2006 at 12:03 pm

    Love all the pictures - how great having so many knitting women in your family! You have your own “knitting group” right there :-)

    I love the Russian dolls - so cute!

  34. # iselon 14 Mar 2006 at 1:22 pm

    I was freaking out for you when I couldn’t get to your blog. Glad everything has been resolved.

    Sandals…oh, I miss them so much. Growing up in 90 degree+ weather that’s all you wear. Then I moved here and was traumatized when I got my first sock hole. That never happens when you wear sandals all the time!! I miss the freedom of putting on a pair of sandals whenever you feel like it. But then again, I get to knit socks now. So, it’s not that bad after all.

    Hope you’re having a blast in NYC.

    Strawberry Swirl looks perfect.

  35. # Donnaon 14 Mar 2006 at 7:40 pm

    Hi Lolly…Looks like such fun with your Mom & sisters! Hope you had a great trip to NYC. Can’t wait to hear about it! xo Donna

  36. # Amanda Cathleenon 14 Mar 2006 at 9:03 pm

    Wow! Look at those socks fly! I love the Russian doll pin, and the mask! Have a super fun trip : D

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