I'm still picking up bits of toys from odd places, but they live in a sweetie tin here, he won't actually miss them at home.
We had a great time shopping, eating out and going to the park - and yes, I took my knitting!!
I also managed to finish the baby items in time, but baby is hanging on in there, and is now 6 days late.
Shawl
Matinee Jacket & Bonnet
Bootees
I used Sirdar Baby Bonus 4ply, approx 550g for all the items
The pattern for the shawl, jacket and hat is Patons PBN D 5337
Bootees are from an online pattern from Saartje at http://www.saartjeknits.nl/
They were all lovely to knit, but I have to admit I was VERY glad to finish the shawl. The border was repetitive, but with a deadline I had to keep plodding along, but kept thinking about other items I want to make next!!
I haven't decided which large project to do next - I am waiting for yarn to be delivered, but the one my daughter has chosen is out of stock, and honestly, that's the one I was going to do next.
I have some very pretty DK yarn that is screaming "Bertie and Odessa" at me, so that may be the next project, and at least it's portable too.
NOW - a big confession!!! I am no longer knitting the mystery shawl!! I have seen pictures of finished ones, and I just don't think the pattern is what I want. So, it's in a ball again! I will make something else soon with this yarn, it's lovely, and it's for me. Again, I just have to decide.
A longer term project is the Great American Aran Afghan, which is made up of squares designed by lots of different people. I am waiting for the book to arrive, then have to choose a yarn and colour. I think cream will be a little too light, so perhaps an oatmeal / beige would suit my house better, and will still show the stitch definition well. Anyway - more about this - I may do progress pics, or maybe wee updates, and I'll keep the pictures until the end!!
