Wednesday 10 February 2010

Slowly Getting Back To Normal....



It feels like I have been ill forever, although 10 days being poorly is still unheard of for me. However, the bug is slowly subsiding and thankfully my vision is returning - that was the worst part last week, being home yet unable to do anything as everything I looked at was out of focus.

So I have been able to put some work in the above pencil drawing of a gazelle - still quite a long way to go with this one but it is proving enjoyable and I'm pleased with it so far.


I enjoy knitting these little dogs - just as well as I can't keep one in my Etsy shop for more than a few hours these days! They always turn out with their own personalities and this little chap is no exception. He's quite tiny compared to previous ones ( knitted on size 14 needles - no wonder my sight is blurry!) and I have been experimenting with adding a few patches. Worked quite nicely too!

What I do find tedious is knitting all their accessories - the bed in particular just takes ages. I am looking forward to choosing the yarn for this dog's coat though - it will have to be something very fine in order to make the correct size, probably sock yarn.

4 comments:

Magpie Magic said...

You gazelle is looking great. Can't wait to see it finished.

The new little dog with the patches is sweet. :-)

Gretel said...

You've had a rotten time and I am glad you are finally getting better. Look after those eyes of yours.

Sallie said...

I'm glad to hear that you are feeling a little better. I love the little dog. He's so cute! The gazelle is just breath taking!

Soggibottom said...

Your brave I haven't got any 14 needles. I do have 13's..
Keep knitting they look great x x x
the pics good to x x x