Mystery Sock 2009 finished.

....and yes I know it's 2011. Haha the name of the pattern...and
attached clues was "Mystery Sock 2009" so of course that's the only
thing I could call it.

The yarn...Pattons Stretch Socks in Kelp...not sure I like the effect.
The yarn looked speckled when I bought it but after a few rounds it was
apparent that the colors were more vibrant thant I originally
thought....and then here is a lace pattern. Conflicting to the eyes or
pleasing? Undecided.

The one thing I know for sure....this pattern will be great for solid
colors...which will allow the lace to stand out more. I am gonna make a
pair in solid...but in the meantime...I will make the match to this
sock. If you want to try this pattern go to
http://throughtheloops.typepad.com/ and find the socktoberfest pattern
for Mystery Sock 2009. I had a blast knitting it so you will too.

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The next batch...

Kroy stripes...in Mulberry ...too pretty to leave in the store...so I
bought two of them.
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Now starting on toe...

Then I will make another one....only fitting since I do have two feet.
Haha
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Check for antenae!

Or get home from being out and about to discover the dpn sticking out of
your hair...and realizing all the giggles you heard ....were about you.
Hahaha
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Special order...

100% cotton...garter st square pinkys and mean green diamonds. Customer
has decided she wants beads on the green one...but she doesn't yet know
what color or style...so I'm in wait mode.
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Instep view.

Notice the pattern has sneaked on over to the front of the sock. I'm
just gonna have to make a pair in a solid color just so I can admire the
stitches. But in the meantime...I'll enjoy this.
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DIY Hand sanitizer gel

Take a used hand sanitizer bottle and some gel you have
available...squeeze gel into bottle till about half full....fill the
rest of the way with alcohol...perferably 91% but anything 75 and higher
will work. Cap tightly...the alcohol will sit on top of the gel cuz it's
lighter. Shake very well. This will break the gel up but not blend. Haha
now take a knitting needle or something small enough to fit in the
opening....stir well. Cap tightly again and shake. Leave capped and give
it a good shake once every 10 to 20 mins! Sooner or later....you will
notice it isn't quite so watery and the bubbles will get suspended. When
the bubbles no longer rise strait to the top...it's ready. I used
walgreens aloe vera gel...cuz it's 2 for 5 bucks...and made for skin.
I've also used hair gel...it's up to you. Point is...it works, it's
cheap cuz it's already in the house, and it lets you stay clean until
you can get more of the real thing.
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