 It’s time for the second Knitters Tea Swap. I had a great time with the last one, trying many new teas that became favorites. I’ve already started gathering new teas to try.
I am even getting in the mood with my knitting. This is the Vine Lace Tea Cozy made in Paton’s Classic Wool. I used natural so it could be dyed to any color I want. This knit up pretty quickly with doubled strands and size 11 needles. I’m not used to knitting with such big needles! It was a fun lacey pattern. I never really thought I’d make a tea cozy, but this was very enjoyable.
Suzie, our tea party hostess, doubled the number of participants allowed this round. Still, she is closing sign ups early because of the overwhelming response. Almost 200 tea drinkers have signed up so far! Monday at noon is the new deadline.
I needed a jumpstart to get me knitting again and the tea cozy and another dishcloth were just right. This is a second Three and One Checked Cloth that was the mid-August KAL for my Monthly Dishcloth KAL. I tried this one in two solid colors and like how it turned out. After two satisfying knits, I am ready to get back to the Shedir cap and DH’s socks. I have four knitting days until our next trip out of town, so wish me luck!
Oh I love the tea cozy. I’m looking for one to knit. I also joined the tea swap. I’m so excited I can’t wait to start.
Comment by cat — Sunday, September 10, 2006 @ 8:45 pm
hi becky! glad you stumbled across Velma’s World. I added you to our mailing list, so if our SnB day changes from Thursday, you’ll be one of the first to know. You can also find out what we are up to at Purl ‘n Hurl. Are you interested in going to the CA. Fiber Fest in Booneville this weekend? If so, email me and let me know. xo, velma
Comment by velmalikevelvet — Monday, September 11, 2006 @ 3:15 pm