2019 FO #1 - Neon Pop Sonya Tee

My first official finished project of 2019 - the Sonya Tee!

Yes, this should have been done in 2018, but once I ran out of my first skein of teal I had to order more because I didn't like the length it was at. It was basically hitting me right at my natural waist! This is what happens when you have boobs!

Instead of the cropped length, I knitted 18" from the underarm in Teal. I then added a fun little eyelet border in Neon Coral, then bound off in Teal. Now, it hits me right at my hips👌🏾

Knitting friends, if this project is not on your list, you are missing out! It's a perfect stranded knitting project for beginners, and the pleat pattern is so easy remember. Not only is the colorwork gorgeous, but this top is so flattering and comfortable on!

It's also very twirl-tastic!😉

 Yet again, Rachel Barrish of Born & Raised Knits knocked it out of the park with this design! This gal understands knitwear, and it's so great that all her designs are size-inclusive (going up to 5X).

As always fiber/craft friends, until next time & stay inspired! #liveacreativelife

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WIP roundup:

1. Hoodie Shawl Cardi

2. Beekeeper Cardigan

3. Sipila 

4. Ramblin Woman Cardigan

5. Lucky Star shawl

Knitting Knockout 2019

Hey y'all! Happy New Year!

Clearly I'm very good at this whole blogging thing😂 Well, it's a new year, and I am going to do my best stay on track this year.  Before I get to my knitting plans for 2019, let me update you on my final projects of 2018!

So after I finished my Campside Cardi, next up was my test-knit for the Red Moon Sweater from Born & Raised Knits.

Right as this test was starting, major changes were made at my job, and my commute became much longer.  That meant I was getting home and pretty much falling right to sleep...which equalled no knitting time.  It took me a little longer to knit this sweater, and my gauge was way off from my swatch - apparently I'm actually a loose knitter! Once I started wearing it I've come to love the oversized fit!

My final completed project of 2018, was a simple pair of Tuatara Socks. I actually finished these while my mom and I were in Los Angeles for Christmas! This sock pattern is super easy, and I love that they are knit in DK because they knit up so fast!

2018 was a big year for me, knitting-wise. I pushed myself and was able to complete my Ravelry challenge goal 9/8 projects!

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This year for 2019, I decided to jump on the bandwagon, and do a Make Nine 2019. As you can see, my game plan is to complete WIPs I have, with a few new projects in the mix.

So far, Ive been doing good! Actually completed a WIP that isn't in the grid.  Look out for my next post to see my finished Sonya Tee! After that, I resumed knitting on my Hoodie Shawl Cardi...but then I snagged some amazing yarn from Sea Turtle Fiber Arts and just HAD to cast on my BeeKeeper Cardi! But I promise, I'm staying focused!

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2018 also included me starting a Cozy Memories Blanket. Obviously this will be an ongoing project, no idea yet how big I'm going to make, but I'll update whenever I add new squares!

Until next time fiber/craft friends! #liveacreativelife

Comfy Cozy Campside Cardi

 Hello again!

Yep, I finished this project a while ago and am just now writing this post! Better late than never!

So without further ado, here's my Campside Cardi.

I had this project in my Ravelry library for a while, but kept waiting for that perfect yarn to make one.  Then when Sea Turtle Fiber Arts posted a sale code, I jumped on finding some yarn!

I bought the MCN Riptide Sport in 'Glam Pops' and boy is this yarn amazing! That Merino/Cashmere/Nylon blend is so stinkin' soft, and I love the way the "pops" knit up.

I knitted the largest size, 43" bust.  I did add an extra 2" of stockinette below the underarm, for some extra length, before starting the charts.  I also modified the sleeve decreases so I could have a looser fitting sleeve.  This thing sure did grow during blocking too!  Next time I make one I'll make a smaller size and use sport weight yarn again.

Here's some shots of the cool pooling effects that happened on the sleeves.  It's interesting how around the elbows the pops stayed on the backside, but then as I got to the forearm it started spiraling again.  Most people would probably hate the color pooling, but I love letting the yarn do its thing and see the final result.

This cardi is perfect for the impending cooler weather, and I've been wearing it any chance I get in-between these hot Tennessee days.

Let me know, have you been eyeing a Campside Cardi for yourself too?!

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Now for a WIP update:

1. Red Moon Sweater test knit (deadline Oct. 31st)

2. Sonya Tee (on hold, but just reordered more MC to continue)

3. Sipila Sweater

4. Hoodie Shawl Cardi

5. Xtina Crop Top

6. Coziest Memories Blanket (just started - I wanted to work on something mindless)

I also joined in Lolo's Lucky Star Mystery KAL, which starts October 5th! We'll receive a new piece every Friday for 4 weeks.  Here are my yarns!

L to R: Professor Plum, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Stay Golden all on Loriginal base

Until next time!  Keeping creating fiber friends!!

Hello My Name Is: Procrastiknitter

Hey there!

Wow, this post has been a long time coming!

The basis of my new blog is to chronicle my knitting adventures. (bet ya never would've guessed that from the title! 😆)  I started knitting a lot more towards the end of 2017, as I knitted gifts for friends and family.  When 2018 rolled around, a resolution of mine was to knit more and get more involved in the knitting community.  Seriously, since making this resolution I use any time to knit! Yes, I always carry my knitting bag with me...like any good knitter does!  Thus, the creation of my knitting blog was born.  I know I always love following other knitters and drawing inspiration from them, so I hope my blog can be that source for you!

Since I'm 8 months behind 🙈 (due to major procrastiknitting) I'll do a quick catch up on my FOs (finished objects) to-date!

**p.s. - head to my Ravelry page and you can find all the details about my projects!**

2017 included:

'Roxie the Hippo' by Lauren Slagle of lolodidit

 An adorable 'Clementine Hoodie', by Carrie Bostick Hoge, for my coworker's precious daughter

A pair of 'Hemlock Mitts', by Gabriella Henry, for a friend

Now let's see what I've been up to so far in 2018!

My first project of 2018 was a pair of vanilla socks

My second project was another pair of vanilla socks...but in this stinkin' cute yarn from Artistic Yarn by Abi that knits up like a cheeseburger!

For my first-ever adult garment, I made myself a 'Tegna', by Caitlin Hunter of Boyland Knitworks

In line with keeping my vow of knitting more in 2018 and getting more involved in the knitting community, I did my first-ever test knit!  The pattern was the adorable 'As If Tee' by Shay Johnson.  This was also my first time using mohair!

My latest FO is this sweet 'Hanami Dress', by Lisa Chemery, for a friend whose first niece was just born!

Phew, now you're caught up on what I've accomplished so far.

Here's a list of my current WIPs (works-in-progress):

1. version 2 of the Xtina Crop

2. a Campside Cardi

3. a Frenchy Turban for a friend

4. a short sleeved Sipila sweater

5. a Mount Pleasant Tee

6. a pair of vanilla socks

 Oh! And in other yarny, but non-knitting, news, I put my new Cricut to good use to make a cheeky knitting tee! 😉 It's definitely on my list to make more...and I'm hoping one day I can start selling them!