Miss Janets Knittings

A few knitted items were also put under the tree.

For a dear friend:

They look at bit odd in the upper photo, hence the on-hand shot to show that proportions do fit a normal-ish hand (no piano-length fingers here ).

SPECS
Pattern: Wine and roses mitts, by Jolene Treace, Interweave Knits W2006.

Yarn: 4-ply sock yarn from Hjertegarn (25% nylon, 75% wool)

Needles: 2.5 mm 

A dear elderly lady has been without these for way too long (that is, she didn't know they were in the making, but I've been wanting to make them for her since February!)

SPECS

Pattern: Fancy silk socks by Nancy Bush, Knitting Vintage Socks 

Yarn: 4-ply sock yarn from Hjertegarn (25% nylon, 75% wool): 73 g used

Needles: 2.5 mm

These socks were knitted for myself months ago, but a similar-ish pair were given away for Christmas. Mine were knitted in 2k-2p rib, but for the pair that I gave away (and forgot to photograph) I used 1k-1p rib, which is highly recommendable. I do love my own though, despite their loose nature as they keep feet very warm. Perfect with a pair of Birkenstock in a house with cold floors :-)

SPECS

Pattern: General sock pattern with Boomerang-heel and 2k-2p rib

Yarn: Hifa 3-ply sock yarn: ca. 100 g used

Needles: 4 mm

The last knitted gift is still in progress (!): a brioche-hat (nice example here) from Weekend knitting. I have some major issues with the crown shaping, but some googling has given me hope that these will be resolved...