Friday, September 30, 2011

Autumn Knits

Hello Dear Friends!  Lack of blogging has become quite a theme around here, lol.  Perhaps after 3+ years my blog and it's content and focus needs a revamp :)

I finished this sweater on the first of September.  When summer begins to wind down and autumn begins to beckon, my head fills with romantic ideas of cable-y handknit sweaters, cozy scarves and woolly socks.


Brigid Jacket;
Vintage Modern Knits


My hubby made the buttons out of Linden, aren't they fab?  I love them so!  And I really love the way this sweater turned out.  It's lightweight, warm and comfy.  And it's neutral color makes it a versatile wardrobe staple.



Even though the nights are getting chilly, our days continue to be unusually warm bordering on hot.  So no chances to wear any of my woolly knee-highs yet...but that doesn't stop me from knitting them!!!  I had plenty of leftover wool from Brigid for these...



Wellington Boot Socks by
Madeline Weston,
Country Weekend Socks


See my bargain wellie-wanna-be's from Target ($12!)  Now I just hope I don't look like a dork when I wear them, lol!!!

Well, my dear friends, that wraps things up for me today.  Thanks for taking the time to stop by my neck of the woods.  Till next time, sending you all a little Colorado Sunshine! 

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29 comments:

  1. KarenVSeptember 30, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Very pretty! I love cable knits. And those buttons are wonderful too - how clever you both are!

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  2. NicoleSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Oh wow Staci!! The sweater and the socks are amazing!! I'm really thinking of getting back into knitting. There's a great knitting shop in Charleston - I should pay a visit soon! :)

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  3. SiobhánSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:27 AM

    Wow!! What a neat double effort for you & your DH, that ended up in a beautiful cardigan! That is so neat! :) I love your wellie socks, too.

    Have a great weekend!

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Waves...from Utah! Loving the weather here too, love the knits :)

    Vikki @ www.castlecountrystitchery.blogspot.com

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  5. Ann at Beadlework.September 30, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    What a clever duo, you must feel good about the finished result being a combined effort. Well done.

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  6. MicheleSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Hi Sweetie :) I love when you blog :) and I love love love that sweater! And ohhhh the buttons are great! good work hubby :)

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  7. PennySeptember 30, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Beautiful sweater and socks! I love the buttons, they are perfect for the sweater. That's so neat that you husband made them.

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  8. saraSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Hi Staci, love those cabled socks and sweater, gives me a lovely cosy feeling, even though we're in the middle of a heatwave at the moment. x

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  9. EricaSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Great sweater!
    I absolutely adore those buttons!

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  10. dorisSeptember 30, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    Fabulous sweater and socks! I don't know how to do cables ... yet. Maybe next year.

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  11. CarolSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Oh, when I see sweaters like this, it really makes me wish I could knit! Just gorgeous, Staci--and the buttons are the perfect finishing touch :)

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  12. TheresaSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    WOw!!! Beautiful finishes!!! Love that sweater jacket!!!!

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  13. AnonymousOctober 1, 2011 at 2:05 AM

    Fabulous knitting. Love the buttons! They make such a special added touch.

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  14. SallyOctober 1, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    I love your cable knit jacket. It looks so cosy. Love the socks too:)

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  15. MelanieOctober 1, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Fabulous! I'm totally open to you sending it to me at any time so don't feel you have to keep it or anything. ;)

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  16. MoreenOctober 2, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    I love that little jacket and the buttons look great.
    It is a lovely set with the stockings.
    Is the pattern easily obtainable? I would love to stitch it.

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  17. CatherineOctober 2, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Absolutely beautiful! Love both the cardigan and the socks. How special about the buttons!

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  18. JulieOctober 3, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Stunning jacket, it looks so snuggly and cosy

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  19. GinnyOctober 3, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    Your sweater is gorgeous! Just looking at it makes me feel warm and cozy on a cool fall day. And those buttons your hubby made are fabulous! They look perfect on your sweater.

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  20. Yarny DaysOctober 3, 2011 at 9:23 AM

    So so pretty, and so so classic. Just perfect.

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  21. JewleighOctober 3, 2011 at 11:00 AM

    What a beautiful sweater :) Very inspiring!

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  22. valerieOctober 3, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    What a cozy sweater and socks! I love both and they look like they'll keep you warm in the winter!

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  23. AnonymousOctober 4, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    This sweater is just beautiful! I love it. And how perfect that your husband made the buttons which are just perfect!

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  24. ElisaOctober 4, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Two great knits there Staci...a great colour too xx

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  25. Lynn BOctober 6, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Wow Staci, the sweater and socks are amazing! You are such a talented knitter and stitcher.

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  26. Virginia GOctober 8, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    That sweater is gorgeous! It's been on my wish list for a while.

    Love the socks also. I totally need a pair of wellies socks...

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  27. MarieOctober 9, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    I wish could knit like that. You sweater is beautiful and those buttons are perfect... Such a talented husband.

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  28. MarshaOctober 11, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    that sweater is really beautiful. Looks so comfy and how nice that
    dh was interested enough to make you buttons for it. Very sweet. Love the wellie knee highs too. I think you'll look fab.

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  29. BeritOctober 15, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    Woman, Your knitting is so transcendent that I "forgive" you for never showing any cross stitch. Almost. ;)

    HOw swoon-worthy those socks and wellies are! Oh, me!

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