new year, 2006
elfine feels at home in the woods
knit project: amelia raitte - elfine
difficulty (1-5): 1.7
size: one size (24 stitches, toe up turkish method)
yarn: handspun bluefaced leicester by pesky mac (400 yd)
knitting specs: US 1 magic loop
the year starts off with a finished project completely enabled by knit bloggers, an adorable community that i became a part of; world wide knitters whom have enriched my life and most importantly, my knitting.
elfine, my new socks. a beautiful design by anna in london, an even more precious handspun yarn gifted to me by mac in philadephia. the colors are beautiful, soft against my feet, radiant under the sun.
a ray of sunlight on a beautiful new year's morning
accompanied by the nose of a nosy cat
i tried to capture the first morning ray of 2006, beneath the pile of woods i found my cat whom stealthily had tried to be in (or avoid) the picture. she was totally spooked by last night's fireworks. today, she is trying to find a comfort place in her favorite spot. so cute.
elfine is also comfortable in my room and on my feet
elfine fits wonderfully, i used turkish cast on (best method for toe up socks), yarn over short row heels and cast off very loosely. they probably will not stay on but the sloughy look of elfine is just as pretty.
have a wonderful year, my beloved knitting friends. i have many aspirations for my knitting and life, which i shall share in the coming days. also, it has been almost one year since the inception of whispering pine. soon, you will find out the story behind the name of this knitting blog.
Comments
The elfine socks are beautiful, as are your photos!!
posted by caitlyn on January 1, 2006 06:20 PM
Beautiful socks! wishing you a beautiful new year too.
posted by Di on January 1, 2006 06:28 PM
what wonderful socks.wishing you a perfect 2006. happy new year.
posted by jacqueline on January 1, 2006 07:21 PM
your socks are gorgeous blossom! And I love the earthy pictures you took... with a little cat head in there too :) looking forward to seeing where you go in 2006! Hugs
posted by Dani on January 1, 2006 07:48 PM
They look great! So glad you could use the yarn!!Happy New Year!
posted by Mac on January 1, 2006 07:52 PM
Very pretty! I love the orange color.
posted by shizzknits on January 1, 2006 08:04 PM
Another great pair of socks! Happy New Year!
posted by Vanessa on January 1, 2006 08:28 PM
Absolutely beautiful socks!
posted by Wanda on January 1, 2006 09:01 PM
gorgeous socks! happy new year to you.
posted by nichola on January 2, 2006 12:02 AM
Lovely socks and photos. Happy New Year!
posted by Becky on January 2, 2006 02:23 AM
Very pretty socks and Happy New Year to you too!
posted by knitties on January 2, 2006 03:09 AM
Happy New Year, Blossom. Your Elfine socks are bright and beautiful...
posted by francoise on January 2, 2006 03:50 AM
Beautiful socks ! The color looks warm and cozy.Regards Dorte, DK
posted by Dorte on January 2, 2006 05:34 AM
Gorgeous socks, photographed on a gorgeous day!
posted by grumperina on January 2, 2006 10:29 AM
They are beautiful! Enjoy your new socks and the New Year!
posted by amanda on January 2, 2006 10:34 AM
Ooh, tantalizing...I can't wait to hear the story and see what you have planned for the year ahead! A very happy and knitty new year to you!
posted by Rachel on January 2, 2006 10:52 AM
Gorgeous!~Roxanne~
posted by Knit-n-Purl Zen on January 2, 2006 11:25 AM
Your socks rock! I wish I had a great pair like yours. Take care!
posted by Yvette on January 2, 2006 11:54 AM
Your socks are lovely. Happy new year!
posted by goodkarma on January 2, 2006 12:09 PM
Happy New Year! Your orange socks are beautiful. Can't wait to hear the whispering pine story.
posted by Carin on January 2, 2006 02:30 PM
aiy i really need to start knitting socks. love yours! have a great 2006!
posted by li on January 2, 2006 04:16 PM
Elfine looks lovely! Well done :)Happy New Year!
posted by Heather on January 2, 2006 04:19 PM
beautiful post - gorgeous. love the nose of your cat!
posted by anna on January 2, 2006 05:14 PM
Happy, Happy New Year to you!! Your socks look wonderful!
posted by Kathy on January 2, 2006 05:59 PM
Happy New Year Blossom! Glad you managed to capture the first sunlight of 2006! Lovely socks!
posted by Lovely Tots on January 2, 2006 06:57 PM
what a great start to the year! they are gorgeous! i had to frog mine; they were way too big :-(happy new year, blossom!
posted by kris on January 3, 2006 08:21 AM
Wonderful socks. I love the pattern and the color. Your kitty is so cute hiding in the wood pile. Happy New Year to you.
posted by Stephanie on January 3, 2006 10:40 AM
Those are awesome!
posted by Say on January 3, 2006 04:19 PM
Beautiful socks and wonderful pictures! I can't wait to hear your blog naming story. Happy New Year, Blossom!
posted by Angela on January 3, 2006 06:08 PM
mmh, I've been staring at these socks for minutes now, just soaking in that warm toasty color while outside gray rain is coming down from a colourless sky. I was going to give sock knitting a break, but this orange could tempt me. Have a very Happy New Year, Blossom! I'm so excited to see what you've got planned for this year.
posted by Steph on January 3, 2006 06:27 PM
Great way to ring in the new year with YOUR beautiful socks - so glad you have a pair for yourself now ;)Happy New Year, Blossom! Sorry I missed you this 'Bama trip - perhaps next time around!
posted by Lolly on January 3, 2006 09:38 PM
The socks are lovely and I just downloaded the pattern for myself. Your photos are beautiful as well!
posted by Nanette on January 4, 2006 02:26 AM