Last month after we had our first big snow, as I put on my boots and big ski gloves to prepare to shovel I realized there is not a single winter hat in our house that was meant for me. I made one for Ryan about two years ago that I put on that day, but I have a pretty big head, so it doesn't really fit. I decided that I needed to make one for myself that day, but with all of the Christmas prep, even though it was a priority, it didn't get started.
So, I was elated when I opened my Christmas gift from Cayenne and found this super cute beret that she had knit for me. She even spun the yarn! She amazes me with all of her fiber talent. I love this hat and even think I look pretty chic in it which is something I usually find a difficult task to pull off. Thanks Cayenne! I think I'm going to wear this to book group tonight.
I still wanted to make one too, so I bought some Wool-Ease (it's on sale at JoAnn for $1.99 until Saturday I think), found a pattern that I sort of followed and went for it. I say sort of because I had intended to put the ear flaps on, but the hat was looking a little small and when I got to the point where I thought it was big enough, I didn't think I would have enough yarn left for the ear flaps. My hat then turned out a little too big, but that's OK - it will easily fit over a ponytail or bun. It was my first time doing a puff stitch and the pattern didn't give any instructions, so I used this video on YouTube to figure it out.
I think I might make it again and try actually following the pattern this time. But I also really want to make this one. I might need to practice my front post and back post crochet first - maybe on some dishcloths. I have a few patterns for those that use those stitches.
And just in case you think I don't smile, I do. It's just difficult to pull off a good one when your trying to take your own picture!
Both of these are adorable!
Posted by: natasha | January 06, 2010 at 05:38 PM
Nice ... they're both great hats. Cayenne, you're incredible... maybe one day I'll learn how to knit and spin. Jessi - I admire your improvising gumption ... nicely done.
Posted by: Mom | January 07, 2010 at 05:20 AM
You and Cayenne amaze me! I HAVE TO LEARN THIS YEAR. If that's the only goal I keep, I'll be happy.
Too bad my RS meetings are on the same night as Cayenne's knitting group.
Posted by: Missy | January 07, 2010 at 08:57 AM
I love your cute crochet hat. Good job. You definitely look very chic in the beret. I'm so tickled you like it. Happy New Year!
Posted by: Cayenne | January 07, 2010 at 09:58 AM
OK GIRL! I am just catching up on reading blogs of some of my favorite people and I have to say that you look AMAZING! It sounds like life is good your way. How lucky is your community to get your talents for the play? I am always amazed at the talent that comes together in small areas! If I didn't tell you I meant to..We adored our Christmas socks!
Posted by: Sue Wiscombe | February 17, 2010 at 09:07 PM