Knitting a baby hat

I've got some time to finish a second hat for little Vivian. I didn't need all the yarn for the kimono, so this will work out just fine. I'm winging the pattern, since I couldn't find a decent one for anencephaly. I've made enough hats that I should do okay, and as long as it has a drawstring, she should be alright.

Finished, but disappointed

I'm not happy with how my baby kimono turned out. The sleeves don't quite match. I've now learned to pick up stitches in knitting not purling. They just fit too tightly when purled only in the round. It would be a good trick if I ever need something extra tight fitting, though. Now, I'm looking for a matching hat.

Time to focus on finishing the afghan. The ship out date is fast approaching, then end of year projects are next. So much to do!

Completed!

The new baby wrap/sling has been completed. I've even worn both boys in it, and they love it. Now, I can move on to other projects, including mending my own clothes. Before I know it, it will be time to start Hallowe'en costumes.

I'm nearing completion on the wall hanging, and making excellent progress on both the baby kimono and afghan. August promises to be a productive month!

At last, the Controller arrived!

After an extensive search, I now have a new foot controller. This is a sturdy, durable metal and should last a long time. Considering how much I love sewing, that's relative. I immediately checked it out, but set aside an hour (sadly, only an hour) yesterday to work on the sling. I should get more time today, maybe another hour or two during the boys' naps. If it rains out tonight's baseball game, I'll get more time to sew then. I'd love to show off my new sling before the next game. At long last, I'm sewing again!

More waiting

I found out that the foot controller is not readily repairable. It will be repaired, but may take another week. It was not loosened wires, but a defunct transistor. I continue to wait on my sewing. It will be accomplished, but may push back beginning other projects.

In the interim, I return to embroidery. I'm almost done with this month's budgeted yarn for the sleeper sack and the afghan, with a week left of the month to go. I could begin some work for profit, but I'm too frustrated with my sewing machine, to settle into it just yet. The for-profit knitting requires learning the kitchener stitch, which requires patience and a clear mind. That will come in time. Better to clear up an old project when one is needing to relieve frustration than to risk adding more.

A Glimmer of Hope

I may be able to get my foot controller repaired. Fingers crossed. The fabric continues to gather dust, as I search for the solution.

I begin another gift for baby Vivian, who will be too large when born for the previous sleeper sack. It's going quickly. I may have time for a larger hat as well. We continue to pray for their family at this difficult time.

Still searching

My search continues for a foot pedal for my machine. At least the afghan is coming along.