Yarning For December

Knitted pullover for men | Whims And Fancies

 

Knitting is such a comforting and calming activity for me.  A few years ago, I started knitting and it stuck.  The prospect of working a piece of string with a couple of sticks to create a knitted cloth fascinates me.  Learning how to knit actual wearable clothes is quite exciting.  It is such a forgiving hobby too.  Worst case scenario, all you have to do is rip it apart and restart.

   

I did a lot of knitting in the month of December.  I showed a few photos in the previous Wandering Camera post.   I thought it would be nice to elaborate on my yarn endeavours of December. 

I had been working on this sweater for my husband for quite a while now.  Following the pattern resulted in a really baggy sleeve.  Since my knitting skills are not much beyond apprentice level, I had to rip the first sleeve a couple of times before the sizing finally worked. I finished the sweater a few days ago.  I will share more once I block it.

 

Easy crochet blocks | Whims and Fancies

 

I was going through my cabinet and I found this set of crochet blocks.  I love the earthiness of the yarns and the simplicity of these blocks.  I don’t remember when I worked on them.  I also don’t remember why I stopped.  My last crochet project was so long ago, I don’t even remember how to crochet anymore.  So after a quick refresher course, I am ready to work on this one again.

 

Crochet Lace Blanket | Whims And Fancies

 

This is the one and only crochet project I have ever done.  If I was able to make this, then surely I should be able to finish the easy single crochet patchwork blanket.

 

Fingerless Mittens | Whims And Fancies

 

I really love making fingerless mitts.  They leave my fingers open to work my camera while keeping my palms warm.  As far as I am concerned, one can never have too many fingerless mitts.

I made this pair to give away as a celebration of Wandering Camera.  The winner of these mitts is Alycia.

 

I started working on another sweater already.  I hope you are getting to work on something that is soothing for you.

-Soma

 

I am also linking up with linky parties on my Events And Links page.

 

 

Leave a comment

 

Wandering Camera – January Linky Party

Camera And Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies 

Welcome to the Wandering Camera linky party.  When I started this project in January of 2016, I had no idea where this photographic journey would take me.  I became more aware of my surroundings, and I found unexpected possibilities.  My wonderful friends inspired me to make new things which became the subject of my photography many a time.

I apologise for being late with the post this month.  I found myself seeking comfort in December and I let that urge continue a little longer.  I spent a lot of time at the dining table working on scores of things while watching the rain outside.  Comfort food, films, video games and other activities played a big part in our daily lives.  The December photos are definitely reflective of that.

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

 1.  Unfinished Dala Horses waiting to be painted Falun Red

2.  Beautiful shades of yellow and green from moss and lichen

3.  A Lego photographer

4.  Found a Haiku on the trail

  

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

5.  Painted leaf in my sketchbook

6.  My one and only finished crochet project

7. I always love spotting Earth’s shadow in the eastern sky at sunset

8. We have a lot of fun playing Lego board games

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

9. A bit scuffed up, but sings beautifully

10. A myriad leaves turning into fireflies

11.  Fruit wines.  They could also double as potion bottles

12. A few of the travelled places

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

13. Painted Wayside Beacon for Twitter Art Exhibit, a charity art exhibition / sale

14.  Gnarled bark

15.  Rain-soaked

16.  Knitted mitts

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

17. Recipe book scribbles (The Half Blood Prince has nothing on me!)

18.  Yellow always brightens up the day for me

19.  Black oaks and pink skies

20. Third time’s the charm, I finally finished the first sleeve without having to frog again

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

21. Winter Solstice

22.  Pretty rain clouds

23. Downpour

24.  Shuttle Tydirium – A Lego finish

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

25.  Getting ready to paint

26. Baked cinnamon rolls in the wee hours of the night

27.  Last light of the day on a skeletal tree

28.  Strumming again

 

Photo Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

29.  Creating warmth

30.  Taking chances

31. Finding magic

  

Giveaway 

 

That wraps up my Wandering Camera project.  It has been wonderful sharing this project with you.  I can’t thank you enough for joining me,  sharing your photos, and boosting my confidence by leaving such lovely comments.  I want to do a little giveaway to celebrate.

 

Dixie’s Shop

My dear friend Dixie from Arranged Words is a fabulous painter.  If you don’t know her already, please pay her a visit.  She has very generously offered a painting of your choice from her shop.

 Fingerless Mitts | Whims And Fancies

 

I have grown very fond of my fingerless mitts.  They keep my hands warm while my fingers stay free to work the camera.  So I made a pair for the giveaway  (The box is not included).  They are of medium/large size.

Just leave a comment.  I will announce two winners, one for each prize, on the 19th of January.  

Now it’s your turn to share your photo posts. I always look forward to seeing them.

 

Badge to share on your post and website

Camera And Photography Linky Party | Whims And Fancies

 

You can add any number of links to your posts from the previous month. The posts should have photos in them, with a story or anecdote. Your project photos (quilting, sewing, painting, knitting, etc.) are most welcome. You can also write a new post to link up. Please do not link up posts that are older than the previous month, they will be removed.

Please make sure to include the badge or a text link back to this site on each post that you link up. You can also add the badge to your blog. I am happy either way as long as you link back :-)

Spread a little encouragement amongst each other.

Wandering Camera is a monthly event that will run on the first Thursday of every month. If you follow me via email, bloglovin or facebook, you will get a reminder.

Have fun!!

 


I am also linking up on Life Thru The Lens, Through My Lens, Our World TuesdayWednesday Around The World, Photo Friday, and Friday Photo Journal along with with other linky parties on my Events And Links page.

 

 

Leave a comment

 

error: Content is protected !!