Normally I like to have something small and fast on the needles or hook, to prevent myself getting bored with larger, long-term projects. But my current wips seem to contrast with each other very well. I’m alternating between them each night, so I get variety but can still see progress.

The Mitre Vest is getting close to done. I’ve finished one front and am beavering along the other.

I’m going to have heaps of yarn left over, and suddenly I’m not sure I want to extend the length of the vest. Maybe, instead, I’ll make socks to match. Yes. Socks. The end of summer is drawing closer, which means the end of Sockless Summer. I’ve already decided on a sock pattern to knit first: Rainbow Socks in the October Magknits.

The Ribbed Wrap Jacket is ripping along. Perhaps it just seems that way in comparison to the mitres in 4ply. But I’m loving the yarn, the speedy gauge, the rythmic beat of the ribbing and the simple construction.

I still haven’t managed to get out and track down yarn for the contrasting collar. At the moment deadlines are so tight that every day is a work day. Unless something else drags me away, like someone’s birthday party or getting sick. I’ve managed quick trips to Bunnings, and some gardening, but to get to a yarn store means going further afield. I’d get my LYS to post me the yarn, but I want to compare the colours in person before deciding which to buy.

I’ve been so busy that I put my Painted Warp Scarf in for a quick soak and forgot about it. For a week. Yesterday I discovered it still soaking, squeezed out the water and gently hung it up to dry. The sock yarn has bloomed, making the greys and black more vivid:

It seems to have survived the long bath very well. Phew!