Handy Dandy

The bind off was just in time to combat the cold winds that blew through Maryland and DC! These little mitts were quite handy today! And see how perfectly they match my beloved Point Five scarf? I was going to give these as a gift, but seeing the perfect color match, I may just have to keep them… that, and they smell like my lotion now

Fetching Mitts
Pattern: Knitty Summer 2006
Yarn: Karabella Aurora 8 in 1547 colorway
Source: Springwater Fiber Workshop
Needle: Size 6 Brittany Birch DPNs

There is a reason you are seeing these little mitts all over the blogs! They are fun, quick, and a perfect one-skein project! The Karabella ball was purchased back in August when I went to Springwater with MamaE and Carole. The beautiful color caught my eye, and even though it was only one ball in the clearance bin, I figured I could find a way to use it. This one ball was perfect for this project. I used all but 3 inches of the yarn in the entire ball! I plan to make these again very soon, as I have some other random 50g skeins in the stash that could whip up into this pattern in a matter of hours. It's also a perfect first cables project – easy and clearly written in the pattern. In fact, it is a perfect submission for the Fall Cables knitalong too (and I have another one planned!)

I plan to wear the Fetching mitts as I head to Stitches East later this morning. I am looking forward to a great day with some beautiful yarns, and some friendly faces. I am planning to look for some laceweight yarns, as I am interested in trying more lace projects, and also some Noro. After scanning my book and magazine collection, I reacquainted myself with several patterns that I really liked.

Among them, the beautiful Kolsva cowl-neck sweater, designed by Cornelia Tuttle Hamilton, in the Noro Revisited book. It calls for 5 skeins of Noro Kochoran, which is a beautiful (and pricey) yarn. I am hoping to find the fabled cheap Noro and make my purchase.

Wish me luck!