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Knitting, he thought, was a comfort to the soul.  It was regular.  It was repetitious.  And in the end, it amounted to something.
-At Home in Mitford


On the needles, I have a "swoncho" - a sweater-poncho hybrid, with some handspun yarns from a friend.  More on this later, assuming it turns out alright, or even maybe if it doesn't.  I finished the red sweater that I blogged about here and here.  It fits perfectly!  Next time, long sleeves.  

In October, I finished reading Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac.  The casual, journaling voice, wise without being pushy, made for a great late summer / early autumn read.  I thoroughly enjoyed EZ's commentary on life, on her companion, the Old Man, and their car trips; she ties in new projects to the season beautifully, and then gives you the information to make your own, and make it your own.  I was sad when I finished it but I suppose I may read it again sometime.  

I'm currently re-reading At Home in Mitford, by Jan Karon.  After which, perhaps I will set aside time to find something new.

More books and knits at Ginny's Yarn-a-long...


Happy yarning along, and happy November to you.  
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  1. NanaNovember 10, 2019 at 2:55 PM

    Hi! Delightful reading. I don't even knit, but find your knitting blogs really interesting! I like both red sweaters! I heard once that ladies during WWII when supplies were hard to come by would re-knit their older sweaters into new ones to enjoy. You have quite the skill & expertise!!

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  2. KristinNovember 12, 2019 at 8:37 AM

    I just put The Knitters Almanac on my Goodreads list. It sounds so good and cozy especially as we embark on the winter season.

    Pretty sweater too! I would layer it over a long sleeve shirt for the fall too. Nicely done!

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  3. ThimbleannaNovember 13, 2019 at 6:32 PM

    Hey Look -- ask and ye shall receive -- guess I should have glanced at all your posts before commenting on the first one LOL. In my defense, I'm not used to this volume (but LOVing it!) Your red sweater is GORGEOUS! I love the color and I LOVE the cables -- BEAUTIFUL!!!

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  4. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageNovember 20, 2019 at 2:51 PM

    Oh, your sweater looks so nice on you! I've not yet had the nerve to try a sweater. I'm a big girl, and yarn for my size could be pricey!
    Blessings,
    Laura
    Please stop by Harvest Lane Cottage and see my post.

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