Free the Needles

 I have so many ideas of things I want to create but need to get unfinished projects out of the way first.  So my "Free the Needles" campaign is now underway.


I'm not sure how long this un-wallaby has been languishing but today it is almost finished! I just have the collar and underarm seams left to go. And oh, a few stray yarn ends to weave in. It's an un-wallaby because I for-went (is that a word?) the front pocket and the hood. It went very quickly once I set my mind to it. Thankfully, it's just about to become a rear view mirror project! I'm also anxious to try a few techniques to make the fabric a little softer because, you know, acrylic... First I will try soaking it in vinegar for 20 minutes or so. And if that doesn't work very well I will then do a creme rinse soak. Finally, there's steaming with an iron. We will see.


In other news. My kauni afghan is done! Yay! It was such an easy and fast project. Perfect for laying over my lap while sitting in the family room in front of the fire with a cup of coffee and a book. 

Onward! Now, to find another unfinished project to give me a hit of dopamine when finished. Who doesn't love that?

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