Boyfriends and Botanic hats

Matt and I went up to his lake house this weekend, meaning I got a lot of knitting done in the car and we ended up fighting. Like we always do. But this is a crafty blog and I will not get into it. I just needed some context.

Whenever there is boyfriend drama in my life, well, whenever there is any drama in my life I always turn to knitting. Knitting just keeps me calm and it makes me feel better, even when my stomach is churning and I can't sleep. So, whenever I get into a fight with Matt I always become overwhelmed by the urge to knit him hats. Even when he doesn't deserve them.

Last night I cast on for Stephen West's Botanic hat, my favorite "boy" hat, and I finished it up this afternoon after work. I used leftover Madelinetosh Tosh Merino DK in Calligraphy and some Noro Silk Garden I had in my stash (color 276). Both yarns were purchased by the boy in question, so I guess it is only fair that I should knit him something.

Mods: Since I was using a dk weight as the MC, I decided to cast on an extra four stitches, which turned out being unnecessary, and I also went down to size 5 needles for the ribbing. I did, however, use size 7s for the body, which gave the fabric a nice and light feel. 

Botanic Hat

I really, really love knitting Botanic Hats. They're pretty easy and they force me to purl continentally, something I've been struggling with. I just have awkward hands and it's more comfortable for me to purl English style, though I prefer to knit Continental. Egads! Anyway, Botanic hats are truly magical and most of the men in my life now own at least one (Matt now has three). I still need to make one for myself.

I'm not a beanie girl. But this will do ;)

I'm in love

I also finished up my Dalloway in DK that I posted about last time. But I'll save that (and some new Tosh haul) for next time. In the meantime, here is a sneak peak and the project page for my (Waiting for Spring) Botanic Hat.

Tosh Merino Light in "Plaid Blanket"

(Waiting for Spring) Botanic Hat on Ravelry