Apart from a bit of weeding, deadheading
and mowing the lawn, I can now enjoy the garden as a tranquil place to sit and
let time pass me by.
I’ve also had more pots of loveliness,
brightening my home.
Recently though, I’ve had a real urge to do
some knitting again. I used to knit all the time but in the past few years I
haven’t really done any apart from an odd dishcloth or two!
Although I’ve knitted for a long time, I
wouldn’t class myself as an experienced knitter; I enjoy the rhythm and meditative
quality of a simple pattern and a Sunday afternoon film.
I know my limits…complex patterns and
television don’t mix with me!
Most of my knitting tends to be simple
scarves and shawls with some added design detail to keep it interesting. For
this reason, I usually end up designing my own patterns.
I like to experiment with the varied,
yummy, yarns you can buy nowadays. A visit to a good wool shop gets me a little
overexcited to say the least!
I’ve already got a few projects in mind,
but my first project is a simple beaded wrap or wide scarf using lace weight
yarn on 4.5mm needles. The feel is soft and delicate, ideal for a summers
evening.
I’ve still got some way to go before I’ve
reached the required length, but I’m thoroughly enjoying knitting again, especially
if I’m sat in my garden chair, lapping up some lovely sunshine and letting time
pass me by.
