January is coming to an end, and it's been a funny sort of month. Usually I find January a month of hope and optimism - a time to dream and plan. This year, it's felt tired and directionless - maybe it's the influence of the weather, it's another wet and very windy day here.
I've tried to simply my knitting projects, disciplining myself to concentrate on the one immediately in front of me. This month it has been my Fair Isle cardigan using leftovers. I set myself the task of completing it by the end of the month, certainly possible but I'm growing weary of working of it. It's certainly looking colourful though isn't it.
My embroidery squares are coming along nicely. I've completed 21 now, but I'm setting myself a punishing schedule, of 4 /5 squares a week. Again, I've reached a point where enthusiasm has left me.
I need a new project, a new diversion, an adventure, something to liven me up, get the blood pumping.
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So this afternoon, I'm NOT going to carry on with the Fair Isle knitting, or embroider another square, as I had planned. Instead, I'm going to give myself an energy boost and dream up a new adventure.
Before then, I've got to brave the elements as I have a dentist appointment, BUT when I get back home! The sky's the limit, I'm going to dream BIG!
I hope you all have more energy than me, and if you have any to spare, please send it my way.
Sorry Janet no energy here either but hey a trip to the dentist is enough to deflate anyone, I hope it went well and you don't have to go back for a while. I get fed up of working on the same projects too that's why I have so many, I'm looking forward to starting something new for February but I won't allow myself unless I finish my January targets first. Your fair-isle cardigan is going to be a work of art! Hope you're feeling energised tomorrow. :) xx
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda. Dentist trip went well, thank goodness. I too am looking forward to February and starting some new things.
DeleteThe weather is really bizarre isn't it I think I prefer the cold and blustery to the constant rain and rather warm temperatures we have been having. Love the fair isle, but I am excited to see what your big project is going to be.
ReplyDeleteThank you Lorraine. Next project - more Fair Isle, but hopefully not as challenging as this one!
DeleteWell, I have just sat and crocheted a zig-zag cover for my book reader this afternoon, cos I felt like it. I have a 2 cardi's ,2pairs of socks, a blanket and a cat with only his head done. Not in any hurry for any of them. We shouldn't give ourselves targets. It takes the enjoyment out of it.
ReplyDeleteYou're so right Caz. I know I shouldn't set myself time limits but I always do.
DeleteI hope that it was a wonderful adventure! xx
ReplyDeleteThanks Amy. It's a lovely treat I'm planning for myself this weekend.
DeleteI hope your dentist visit didn't put you off dreaming big! x
ReplyDeleteThanks Jo, no thankfully it didn't, I've got some lovely plans that I hope will take off soon.
DeleteWill be checking here for the dream project in plan. The fair isle looking nice
ReplyDeleteThank you Ninu.
DeleteI have just returned from a 10 hour work day, and I have to say I can barely type, I have no energy left. Hope yours comes back soon, January can do that to you. I love your sweater so far Janet, you are amazing.
ReplyDeleteMeredith
Oh Meredith, I hope your energy returns soon. I am so full of admiration for how you cope with so much. Love to you and all the family. X
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