Cheers to 2014!

I know, I know, where the heck have I been?  It has been way too long since I've checked in here at Knitalatte to let you know what I've been up to.  Since my last post, I learned that the baby I've been making the crochet star blanket for is a GIRL!  So down with the stars and up with the basket weave knit blanket in pink (more on that later)...

Can you believe it?  2013 is coming to a close.

I love this time of year, when we allow ourselves to reflect on past accomplishments and failures.  To let it go of it all and look forward to the New Year.

I’ve had such fun with the knit and crochet projects that I worked on (completed, ufo’s and frogged items too).

I’ve bought way too much yarn, I mean seriously, do I think I can really produce mass quantities of knit objects within the timeframe that I’m not working, taking care of things or sleeping?  Jeeze!

I thought it would be fun to share with you the books that have peaked my interest and I plan on diving into in 2014.

Woodland Knits by Stephanie Dosen

Stephanie has been one of my favorite knit designers for some time.  I was so excited to see that she put together a collection of her patterns into one book.  I want to make the Dragon Watchers hood, and can’t wait to get started.

Knitting Gifts for Baby by Mel Clark

Who can resist baby knits?  I love Mels patterns and baby knits work up so quickly. The finished product is well received by the proud parents to be, a win-win in my book!  I’m crazy for the Leia Bonnet and have already gotten the yarn to make this up for a special baby.

  

The Yarn Whisperer by Clara Parkes

I’ve read such good reviews about this little book and I’m sure it will be a quick, satisfying read for a Sunday afternoon by the fire.

Knitting Yarns by a collection of writers and edited by Ann Hood

I’ve already read the Knitting Circle by Ann Hood and loved it, so I thought I’d give this a go.

And for pure inspiration; Running with Nature by Mariel Hemingway & Bobby Williams. My sister suggested this read and I’m glad she did!

So I’m wondering what is on your reading list for next year?

I want to thank each and every one of you who have stopped by for a visit, left a sweet comment and allowed me to be apart of your blogging adventure this past year.

Have a safe and Happy New Year.  Cheers to 2014!