As predicted, I did not finish eldest nephew's sweater in time for Christmas. The next question is: will I finish it in January?
I do not know. I have about half of one sleeve. So, maybe?
As luck would have it, the family made the trip out to SoCal, so I could give presents in person. I brought along the work-in-progress so eldest nephew could see how it was coming along. He was impressed. Apparently, cables are impressive. Who knew?
(Eldest nephew was also dealing with a miserable cold. On his birthday.)
But I had finished some things. Like, the beanie for middle nephew in "Lakers colors".
Yeah, he was wearing a Lakers t-shirt. Because, of course.
And the beanie for my brother:
Then the two of them took a selfie in their beanies:
I took a pic as they took their selfie.
So, I will be continuing the Christmas knitting after Christmas. I knew this would happen, though, so I'm not terribly upset about it.
The irony? When I referenced what they had asked me for in July, they had forgotten. So, the twins were quite content with the purchased long-sleeved sweatshirts (with Minecraft on them), and my sister-in-law wasn't upset that I hadn't started her sweater at all.
What you make is worth the wait! The hats look great on your brother & nephew. How nice they came to you this year :)
ReplyDeleteYeah, that was a surprise. But it's been a few years since they left, so I guess it was time.
DeleteI love the idea of asking people in July what they want for Christmas. Yes, that's going to be my plan next year. Maybe. But then again I don't give homemade items as gifts anymore. But, I love love love that Lakers hat.
ReplyDeleteIt's about July time when I really start thinking about what I plan to knit for Christmas.
DeleteThose beanies look great!
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteGlad to see the completion of the beannie projects. They are looking nice.
ReplyDeleteThe beanies turned out great! I love the Lakers colors one!
ReplyDeleteI really lucked out with finding yarn in the perfect colors.
DeleteThey are beautiful, Liz.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteThey look great.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteThey look great, the beanies and the wearers!
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteI love the pattern of the Lakers beanie. That is so cool!
ReplyDeleteThe beanies look great, and it looks like they were very happy with them.
ReplyDeleteIt does seem like by the time a crochet gift is finished the recipient has forgotten they're getting it. It's like a double surprise that way!
If they forget what they asked for...
DeleteHi Liz - they're fun .... the beanies and I love the pics - fun to see - cheers Hilary
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