Branching Out was a really fun gift to make for my MIL, Sandy! It took lots of concentration, however, as lace patterns usually do. It knit up fairly quick, and took only one skein of Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool. It was wonderful practice and very satisfying to watch the beautiful "branches" unfold. Hope you like it, Mom!
It has been forever since my last posting! I finished Fetching last month and already wearing them everywhere. I added an extra cable over my long fingers. I do think that I still have to block one glove, as the top is not as straight as I would like it to be. The pattern was very fast and easy, so I will probably make another pair soon. 
Liana wasn't available today for a model shoot, so I just have this pic of me wearing her arm warmers - I'll hopefully get a picture of her soon! I really enjoyed making these, and want to make a pair for myself. Here is the pattern.
My other Sis was a great model for her Mini-Clapotis! I love that the Clapotis pattern is so versatile. I used an extra skein of bamboo yarn from my Clapotis. 
I used two skeins of Filatura Di Crosa Zara Plus to make this super warm and soft skull hat for my Dad. My son wouldn't leave his "Bapa's" side for the majority of our visit!
My poor mother willingly modeled for me, even though she was sick. Her Ribs and Ruffles Chunky Scarf is made of buttery soft baby alpaca. Only one skein and a super fast knit!
I was afraid I had gone crazy not only knitting for my family this Christmas -- but also knitting exactly what they requested! I now feel that it was easy and fun because I gave myself plenty of time. I hope to do the same next year! Rachel has already requested a pair of arm warmers just like Liana's...
These Extra-Toasty Toddler Mittens were really fun to knit, but apparently not so fun to wear. You try putting mittens on a squirming little boy! The mittens are knit with two strands held together, so they are very warm -- and not too stretchy. The thumb is the most difficult to quickly find when trying to force them on. Also, once on, they are still easy to come right off -- sort of like socks these days. And diapers for that matter, but that's another story. I hope my little guy realizes the value of toasty mittens when the weather makes then mandatory!
There is a great sense of accomplishment after completing one, and I am ready to move on -- but then I have to knit ANOTHER? Oh well, I suppose DH does need TWO mittens! Here we go again!
