FO: Late But Still Finished

I finished this Rikke hat ages ago, but didn't get around to taking photos for a quite a while. This whole broken leg thing has slowed me down,

I love this pattern. It's a free pattern from Happy Knits and you can find it here. The pattern calls for Madelinetosh Tosh Merino DK. Its simplicity makes it perfect for showing off a beautiful yarn -- and I have maintained my love of MadTosh over the years.

I love the way the hat slouches. I made one as a gift, but this one's for me.

FO Friday: Rib Fantastic

The mismatched pair of socks is finished:

Details: The pattern is Rib Fantastic from Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn by Barb Brown The yarn is medium-weight Socks that Rock. I got the yarn from a destash, and I don't think I ever knew what the colorway was.

At first I didn't like the heavy feel of the yarn, but as I worked with it, I grew to appreciate it. After all, I do live in Wisconsin and my feet are always cold. Also, the yarn is so smooth and silky. I think they will be great under winter boots -- where no one will see my major mistake!

As for the pattern, I'm less enthusiastic. It succeeds in preventing pooling, and I appreciate that, but when knit correctly (sock on the left), it bulges on the calf in an unflattering manner.

All said, I'm glad I finished these. I started them in January 2011! I think they will be useful.