Ready and Waiting

I finished the Umaro blanket--for real this time--while I was visiting my sister. On the last morning of my stay, I snuck downstairs to wash and dry it in their machine. It was still a little damp when I presented to her, but I don't think she minded.

More pictures and details on Ravelry

Now I'm just waiting on that niece to get here in a few months!

Right Then

I'm cheating a bit because I'm posting this after the fact!

On a Plane: me

Back on the Needles: Umaro. I had previously bound off but then decided I wanted to add a little length.

On the Nails: Nerd Lacquer Entirely Unlike Tea

Right Now

In the Washing Machine: Umaro Baby Blanket in Cascade 220 Superwash. I'm done!

On the Nails: Catherine Arley #672

In the Queue: Horned Owl (Rav link). I've downloaded the pattern and am contemplating color options.

Right Now

On the Needles: Umaro Baby Blanket in Cascade 220 Superwash. I'm a little over halfway done.

On the Nails: Essie It's Genius

On the Floor: Rosebud Felt Bowl. I love this thing!

Optimistic

I'm packing for a 5-day long business conference. This will be a no-frills trip for me, with no social functions I have to attend, so I'm packing really light.

I thought you might be amused by this glimpse of my little carry-on suitcase!

My clothes are on the left, and about half of the volume is taken up by balls of Cascade. We'll see how much I actually get done!

VIP WIP

I'm very excited about a new WIP, even though it's not mine...my sister is expecting her first child in July!

Here is my small contribution to the project: