Well, I can't believe it's been over a month since I last posted. January was truly hectic... in a good way. I got a lot accomplished, but was too busy for words! Over the next week, I'll be posting some of the projects that I finished, which include a patchwork quilt, 2 lace scarves, and 2 sets of wrist warmers/fingerless gloves.
The black pair are made from Debbie Bliss Cashmerino (wool & a little cashmere blend). The orange pair are pure cashmere (a real treat to knit with) and are a gift for someone. Thanks to Eli for modeling. The pattern is Fetching from knitty.com
The first 2 weeks of January involved the usual stuff.. kids, school, library, cooking, cleaning (occasionally!). Last November, I accepted a graphics job for the end of January. At the time, I thought that our school break was the last week in January, so this job fit perfectly into my schedule. The job was due to the printer the 3rd week in January. I figured I'd work really hard and then go on a little vacation during break.
Well, things didn't work as planned. First, I made a mistake with my calculations. Vacation was the 3rd week of January. Second, Chana and Akiva became engaged. So between driving to New York for a surprise L'Chaim, working 50 hours (with the kids home and husband off in Atlanta), and then driving back in New York for an vort, I'd say it's been hectic in a good way.
Finally, the freelance job/book is finished, wedding plans are under way and I even managed to complete several knitting projects. I can't read in the car, but I can knit in spurts.
The major project that I finished in January was a quilt for one of my granddaughters that I started over a year ago. Patchwork-wise, it was a bit more challenging than previous quilts. The kids helped pick out the backing, and I am pleased with the way the colors work together.
Remember the esrog compote? Well, last Shabbos being Tu B'Shvat, we celebrated by eating it for dessert. I even took some to family in NYC. I enjoyed eating it enough to look forward to making more next year!
