Our first snowfall of the season is predicted for late this Saturday night. I’d say I finished the herringbone mittens for the snowfall, but in fact I will probably mail them to Rachel C. for her 30th birthday. She’s received a series of Katie knits since 2004. Even in the beginning, when the items were super simple and/or wonky, she was very appreciative (or pretended well enough that I was convinced).
When I was just graduating from “scarf land,” it was encouraging to have friends like Rachel who gladly accepted knit gifts. Who’s been in your knitting fan club from the beginning?
Rachel, I hope these mittens help make up for the weird scrap-yarn hat I sent you that one time in 2007. They’re warm…I tried them out on my walk this morning to get an egg & cheese bagel.
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I love the story behind the mittens. I’m sure Rachel will love them!
PS: Found your blog via Flickr. So happy I did!
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I’m so glad you did too (and that you said hello)
I’ll be checking out your blog too…by the name, it sounds like there will be knitting!
The mittens looks awesome! Enjoy the first snow
They look great! And Wow! What a great guinea pig *caugh* I mean friend. ;P If only everyone could all have a knit cheer leader – although, it looks like it’s paying off for her now. These really do look great and just in time if she’s out east!
Katie , your finished product looks great !