Mary WashiCon Update

I did not sell any items at the convention. However, I did receive four commissions, which is very exciting. Three of these were for Joan Gauntlet Gloves, a spectacular pattern that I first used to make my own pair of fingerless gloves. They are terrific for transition weather, and for winter weather that requires multiple layers. I am very excited about each of these, as each patron chose very different color schemes. The fourth commission was also a pair of fingerless gloves, but only with a color specification. The yarn chosen will serve nicely for a lace pattern, so I am also excited to knit those.

In the meantime, my personal projects will be on hold. I have a pattern base chosen for my Massively Long Sweater of Doom, and a feel for what I will do for my lace tank top. I also have a desire to make bamboo or cotton socks with crochet size thread...

The tatting has not progressed. I may play more with that once two or more pairs of these gloves are done. However, I did purchase an amazing book by the title of Mrs. Beeton's Book of Needlework, which is also available for free on Project Guttenburg. However, having the book in print has already paid off for the knowledge it contains and the convenience of having it detached from a power cord (not to mention the break it gives for my eyes!).