Knittn' Yarns

The Magic Loop

I was going to try and post something creative about the New Year and all the events that have past. But, that just seemed like no fun. No to mention once I start acknowledging my resolutions, the easier it is to break them.

Anyways, I am teaching myself the magic loop method of making socks today. While I am not quite ready to throw out the double points, I am having a great time learning how to use the loop method. It is great. In fact it is blowing my mind.

I first heard about the magic loop a few months ago on another blog. So I went down to the LYS and picked up a small instruction book about it. Needless to say I have not touched it sense, that is until today. I can't say enough great things about it, so easy. Now I know it is just the beginning, but hopefully it will remain a smooth ride until the end.

Another thing, I could never figure out why other knitting bloggers list that they are working on several projects at once. Until today as well. It is so much more enjoyable to switch it up. I have certainly found that endlessly working on one project can be a real drag. Well, maybe it is just that the more you knit, the more you mind wonders to other projects. I currently have three projects I am working on. Mittens, Baby Sweater, and know socks.

Well, I guess this would not be an official after New Years entry, if I did not mention one resolution. That is to spend more time on my projects, instead of getting distracted by the television. It certainly helps that my husband can't seem to stop playing his new Star Wars video game. It is not very fun to watch, but it certainly has increased my knowledge of the force.

posted by Kelly @ Saturday, January 07, 2006