Hip 2B Sq, 11

Linda finished her shrug and weaved in all the ends, inside and out!

Laurie made this beautiful nuno felted silk scarf in a class at the Tin Thimble.

Two patterns were handed out this week: knitted Christmas ornaments and the toe up socks. The Toe Up pattern came from this book.

The benefits of the Toe Up socks are you do not have to use the Kitchener stitch and a short row heel makes a nicer fit. Linda demonstrated the Closed Toe CO 2 on pg 13 for the Basic Toe Up Socks, paying particular attention to the right and left slants. This CO makes a smooth toe edge. She also reviewed the kitchener stitch for anyone interested.

Three measurements are needed for making the Toe Up socks:
1) Circumference around the foot just below the base of the little toe.
2) Widest part of the foot.
3) Length of the foot.

During the Thanksgiving break, work on the first part of the Toe Up socks. Linda will cover the short rows on Dec 3. She explained that we should make the sock 1/2 inch narrower/smaller than the actual size. For example, if your foot measures 7-1/4 inches, then you will use the measurement for 6-3/4 inches.

Schedule
There is no class next week for Thanksgiving break. We will be back on Dec 3, the last class of the 1st trimester.
The 2d trimester begins on Dec 10 with more complicated square patterns, the beaded pouch, and moebius knitting.
The octopus/jellyfish challenge is due on Dec 10.
The knitted Christmas ornament exchange has been changed from Dec 3 to Dec 17.
The Chrismas party will be held on Dec 17 with a potluck. No gift exchange.

Linda announced that she is teaching a non crafting class on Jan 10 with Placer School for Adults (PSA) on Tues eveing for 6 weeks. Students will try basket making, lace making, weaving, etc.

Cathy is also teaching two classes with PSA in the new year: Making Chocolate Cake 12 Ways and Winning at the Fair. She has been judging food at the fair for some time, and her class will be in April for one night each.

Greetings from Linda L
Linda L writes: "We are enjoying a real Alaskan winter with beautiful fresh snow and below freezing temperatures. This morning it was - 2 on the outside thermometer. We are staying cozy and warm inside. I miss our knitting class, please tell everyone "Hi". I have been to a knitting store to buy yarn and I made another newsboy hat in mulberry pink to match my jacket. Here's my photos: snow knitting and my new hat. Our baby granddaughter was born last night. She was 7 lbs. 15 oz. and they named her Claire Linda Leman. She is so adorable."



Diane used the potholder pattern to make this cute felted purse.

She also made the nice socks and mouse.

Cathy made this pretty triangle scarf using short rows.

Bea made this gorgeous sweater for her niece.

This little vest made by Louise is oh so cute.

Cute little booties by Sandy

Irene and Mary Jane met this couple in a LYS in So Lake Tahoe. He is knitting this kimono jacket for his wife. This is the first knitting project he has ever made, and it's been in process for about 2 years. There are three different sizes of mitre squares all made with Koigu yarn. Also he is the creator of the knitting programs on iphone.

Happy Thanksgiving!