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YOP: Week 46

    I've actually done some crafting.  I signed up for two swaps so I need to get some knitting done for these.  I won't mention which swap this is for just in case my partner stumbles across my blog.  I'm knitting a hat currently.  It's the free pattern Lake Reed.  It called for a tubular cast-on.  Truth be told I've never done a tubular cast-on before but the pattern had a YouTube link.  The tutorial was very nicely put together and I successfully did my first one.



It was a touch on the fiddly side but the result is 100% worth it.  I'm using Malabrigo Rios in the Cian colorway for this.  The wording in the pattern is a bit questionable in a couple places but I like the way this is coming out. I've finished the hat but I don't have an updated picture.  I also need to give this a really good wash and get it blocked.



I have a game plan worked out for the hand made items for the other swap.

Not much else to report here.  I've been reading steadily and blogging about those books as I finish them.  We've gotten some snow.  I've been under the weather for a few weeks now.  Our son keeps bringing home a new plague from school just as we get over the previous one.  The joys of Kindergarten.  That's about it from me.  Happy crafting.

-Q
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  1. nypeapodNovember 22, 2025 at 3:06 AM

    Ah yes the joys of kindergarten with all the germs. I wipe my students desks with disinfectant wipes after they leave every day. Lately I have been teaching mini lessons on covering your mouth when you sneeze or cough. throwing away your used tissues (the floor is not the place for them). I also spend more time than I should reminding them to wash their hands after they go to the bathroom. We kindergarten teachers really do try to stop the germ spread.

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    1. QuazarNovember 22, 2025 at 11:20 AM

      I commend you for your efforts, it is such an uphill battle.

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  2. MaureenHDNovember 23, 2025 at 9:39 AM

    Wow, that tubular cast-on does look great. I've never done one but looks like I better give it a try. REALLY nice.

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