A New Project

For the last two weeks I've been obsessed with Anna Hrachovec's new book, Knitting Mochimochi.  Every few minutes I find myself flipping through it.  A couple of weeks ago I had the pleasure of meeting Anna at Brooklyn General for the release party for her new book.  While there, I was able to see all of the toys from her new book.  For a long time, I've had a crush on her line of knitted toys.  Last year I even bought yarn and dug out some needles to begin.  I was all ready, but never started it.

Lately, I've found myself repeatedly flipping through pages 71 to 75 of Anna's book.  The pages contain the pattern for Grouchy Couch.  When I saw him at Brooklyn General, I knew I wanted to knit him up. 

 

Knitting Mochimochi by Anna Hrachovec (Book Cover)

I'm in the middle of the colorwork section of the base.  I had a little trouble starting the base.  It took me about 2 to 3 tries to get the provisional cast-on right.  The first time I was a little overeager and didn't read the pattern and used a cable cast-on.  The second time I casted on, my stitches were all twisted and wonky. (Is that even a word? Hope you understand.)  After a half hour of watching You Tube videos on provisional cast-ons, I did it.  Yay!!!

 

The Base of Mr. Grouchy Couch

Besides, Grouchy Couch, I've been working on my Button Up Cowl.  I finished the cable pattern and am now working on a whole lot of ribbing.  It's kind of mindless, which is a plus.  Mindless TV knitting is always a plus for me. Hopefully, the next post you see here will be about it being finished.

Happy Knitting! ♥ 

Comments

[Anna]

It was so nice to meet you at the release party. Looks like you're off to a good start with Mr. Grouchy!

[Nik]

I have never made knitted toys, but I'm excited to see this couch finished. It should be very cute.

[Iz]

Just wanted to pop in and say I love your blog! The photos are beautiful...You have a new follower!

[katie m.]

Oh my goodness, that is adorable!