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YOP: Week 33

     I've made a little more progress on Always Be Brave and I just seamed up two dishcloths.  
I'm thinking about starting some fingerless mitts.  I have some leftover yarn from Killer Queen Cowl so I might try to make coordinating mitts to go with that.  The pattern designer has two hat patterns that I think would match well, but I don't think I have enough contrasting color left for the one I prefer out of the the two.
     I've decided to do the Boo Knits Halloween MKAL.  I've done KALs before but never a Boo KAL and I've never done a mystery one.  I also decided to splurge and I ordered the yarn suggested for the KAL which is Dye For Yarn Tussah Silk Lace.  I also ordered the beads for the KAL as well.  The Boo Knits Halloween KAL is always a good one and I usually miss out on them so I'm excited to participate this year.
I couldn't decide on beads and it's always hard to tell actual colors through a screen so I ordered 5 different bead colors to make my own mix once the yarn arrives.  The KAL starts on October 1st so there's plenty of time if anyone want to join this year's KAL.
Here's a link to the Boo Knits Ravelry group for more info.
     My first fall semester class starts tomorrow.  So it's back to the grindstone for me.
Until later.  Happy crafting.
-Q


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  1. The knit looks stunning - love the colors.

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  2. That yarn is gorgeous!! I've never tried beading. Someday.... Best wishes on your new semester. I'm so amazed by you. I can't even imagine being able to go back to school.

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  3. Oh wow this is going to be stunning. Liz (Highlandheffalump)

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