Hooking on Hump Day – High Wire Act

Hi everyone! It’s Cindy here to tell you about the crocheted sweater I recently finished. 

High Wire Sweater

The High Wire sweater is a pattern from the inaugural issue of Moorit Magazine which is “…an indie craft magazine that puts crochet front and center.” This pattern was designed by Stephanie Erin and is a classic circular yoke sweater that is worked from the top down.

Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock in Swoon and Remington

Swoon (left) – Remington (right)

The pattern sample was worked in the same yarn I chose for the main color, Neighborhood Fiber Co. Studio Sock in color “Remington” but I chose a different color from the sample for the color work and went with “Swoon”.

Completed Yoke

I love how the turquoise color makes the yoke look like you are wearing a necklace.

Front

Back

The pattern is worked from the top down so the sweater can be tried on as you go to make sure the fit is good. It has shaping for the bust, waist, and hips and fits me perfectly in the size I chose. 

Yoke Color Work Detail

Color Work on Reverse Side

Sleeve Color Work Detail

This sweater took me about two months to complete. I thought the pattern was written well and easy to follow. The print version of the magazine is no longer available, but you can still get a digital version.

This sweater fits great

Completed Sweater – Front

Completed Sweater – Back

I’m very happy with how the sweater turned out and would recommend this pattern to anyone. In the future I might make a short sleeve version in a summer weight yarn. The pattern is only available by purchasing the digital version of Moorit magazine.

I’m joining the The Loop Scoop Yarny Link Party (formerly known as Hookin’ on Hump Day). You should stop by to see some of the other projects people have posted.

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Selfie Sunday

Hi everyone. It’s Walter here. Take a look at this great portrait my dad took of me.

I can’t wait until spring gets here.

The weather has been on a roller coaster around here. We had some really warm days, but it didn’t melt all our snow and then we got a few more inches the next day. It’s easier to get around the yard with most of the snow gone though. I hope you all get to enjoy some time playing in your yard too.

We’re joining The Cat on My Head for their Selfie Sunday blog hop. You should check out the hop to see some of the other selfies. Thanks for stopping by.

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Dreamy Selfie Sunday

Hi everyone. It’s Millie and Walter here. Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day, and we are dreaming of our sweeties.

My guy, Fenris, sent me a lovely card for Valentine’s Day.

Isn’t he so handsome?

My gal, Tuiren, sent me a lovely card too.

I wish I were with her where there is green grass and warmer weather.

We had some warmer temperatures this past week but we’re heading into much colder weather for a couple of days. It sure would be nice to be with our sweeties down south in Mississippi. We hope all our friends have a Happy Valentine’s Day!

We’re joining The Cat on My Head for their Selfie Sunday blog hop. You should check out the hop to see some of the other selfies. Thanks for stopping by.

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Wordless Wednesday – Waiting for Mom

Hi everyone! It’s Millie and Walter here. This is what you will see when we are waiting for our mom to come home.

I don’t see her car yet but there is someone walking down the street.

I see the kids across the street playing outside.

She’ll be home soon, right?
I’m sure it will be any minute now.

We’re joining Comedy Plus for their Wordless Wednesday blog hop.

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