A few posts ago I showed you one of my holey socks....a sad sight indeed. Having had a few of my hand made socks wear out I mentioned that 2010 was going to be the year of the sock for me. Margene has joined along...yay!
To kick off the year I have started with Cookie's Angee.
With the many varied patterns now available on Ravelry I have not really felt the need to purchase a knitting book in some time...however....there was a period of time that every sock pattern I liked was a part of Cookie's book, Sock Innovation. Needless to say, it is now a part of my library. Cookie is an incredible designer.
The first sock is finished and the second one is on the needles so all is good. My sock goal is to finish a pair every other month, which puts me right on target. :)
Puppy pics........
Elliebee?
Since so many of you have enjoyed meeting our little one, I thought I would include a weekly update for Ellie. Puppies grow up SO fast and it really is fun to see how the grow isn't it? Ellie is just starting to recognize that there is life outside the whelping box.
A few of you have asked about Ellie's Mum so here she is. Her registered name is Benchmark Cosmopolitan but we call her Skyy.
She is by far the easiest dog here. Skyy has such a sweet disposition and is always so eager to please. A wonderful mom too!
They are great. I love your blog.
Posted by: seo tools | Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 04:19 AM
Lovely sock Kim! I'm feeling inspired.
I am a dog lover and it's exciting to see such a tiny puppy! I have been wondering- is Ellie the only puppy in the litter? Maybe I missed something here. Her mother is adorable too!
Posted by: Trista | Sunday, February 07, 2010 at 02:15 PM
Love the puppy pics! You should train her early to pose with socks...
Posted by: gayle | Sunday, February 07, 2010 at 09:09 AM
I'm loving the puppy pix! Some of the joy, none of the work!
Your sock is pretty. Cookie's designs are quite wonderful.
Posted by: Laurie | Sunday, February 07, 2010 at 07:06 AM
Please keep the puppy pics coming. Our cavalier is 5 1/2 months, and I have loved every minute of his puppyhood. It would be wonderful to see it all again in your pup.
Posted by: Lauren | Friday, February 05, 2010 at 02:47 PM
Hi Kim! Oh that pup and Mom are cute! I'd love to take on that 1 pair every other month challenge as well. Let's have an update in June and see how we're doing!
Posted by: Patty | Friday, February 05, 2010 at 10:42 AM
Nice socks. Hope i could have them.
Posted by: china visa | Friday, February 05, 2010 at 12:58 AM
Shamefully behind on blog reading, I summarize a bit here:
fabulous puppy photos.
great socks.
incredible daughters. and I love the bragging.. they are amazing. You did a really good job Kim. such wonderful women they have become...
hugs to you. I hope the winter is treating you well... and I have been hoping to get my fiber fix from you soon (fingers crossed.. must wait til taxes are finished..)
Posted by: Teyani | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 11:10 PM
Please keep the puppy pics coming, amid the yarn. They are endearing.
Posted by: Avice | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 09:17 PM
I remember Skyy's puppy pics too! What a sweet baby - and now she has her own! It must be really special to watch Mommy & baby when there is only one! So much love to give Ellie! :)
Posted by: Tammy | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 08:35 PM
I have been looking/waiting for a puppy for almost a year now, so keep the pictures coming!! I'm looking for a performance toy poodle for agility, so the wait is long - love the pics :)
Posted by: Lesley | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 06:54 PM
Such a baby... I have two friends with Cavaliers - Elvis and Leo.. they are the best behaved dogs I have ever met and I have 2 dogs... hmmm. I have my own card business and have made many a card with their sweet faces and comments on them - perfect models! Thanks for sharing - come visit some time, Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer Ingram | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 02:21 PM
Sock Innovation is a great book. Have fun knitting from it. Ellie is adorable. She almost makes me want a dog. Almost.
Posted by: Hillary | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 02:03 PM
Both Skyy and her puppy are gorgeous, Kim! I am happy for you.
Cavaliers are the best. I am getting nervous that mine are now approaching 12 and 8.
Posted by: Maureen | Thursday, February 04, 2010 at 01:56 PM
HI KIM --- wow what a busy life you have , but how fulfilling too---ELLIE is already growing and fun to see her looking around
- nice to see you knitting some socks for yourself - one real pretty pattern
best ---pat
Posted by: pat j | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 08:54 PM
I love the Elliebee picture! She and her mom are so cute.
Love the sock, I am determined to actually knit socks this year.
My batik bag arrrived today and I love it.
Posted by: Suzanne | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:13 PM
The mother is gorgeous, the puppy beyond cute.
I've always had Bostons but you're making me rethink. I just wanna give that pup a smoosh!!
Posted by: Marcia | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 06:33 PM
Your first sock is beautiful; love the pattern and the yarn.
YAY for weekly Ellie updates! Her little face next to that bee is just too cute.
Posted by: Julie | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 03:15 PM
The Year of the Sock is off to a great start with this pattern!
Posted by: Wool Winder | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 11:45 AM
The Elliebee photo is the cutest thing ever!
Posted by: Cheryl S. | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 11:39 AM
She's so adorable! I love her and the mommy. I love you sock, too! I'm missing your quotes, Kim!
Posted by: Debbie | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 09:52 AM
That photo of Ellie is way too cute!!!
Lovely sock!! That is one of my favorite colors!! Great combo!!
Did I mention how cute Ellie is?? :) :)
Posted by: Neuroknitter | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 09:48 AM
Kim- I don't know alot about Cavaliers- do they come in different colors? Skyy and Ellie Bee (Ellie Mae Clampett) have wonderful ginger hair.
Posted by: Lorraine | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 09:39 AM
Such a cutie! She certainly looks more awake and is taking in her surroundings. Funny when their eyes open and they go through that progression from sort of seeing to really seeing things around them.
Posted by: Manise | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 09:29 AM
Ellie is just adorable...and it is nice to see Skyy again. Your socks are lovely. I'm glad to see you enjoying yourself. :)
Posted by: Ruinwen | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 08:58 AM
Your sock looks wonderful! And I love the dog photos - thanks for sharing!
I'm finishing a pair of socks and yesterday cast on for Carole's Picot Edge Socks because I need some straight knitting to keep in the car. Since I rarely knit socks, finishing even one pair will make it my year of the sock. :)
Posted by: Beth | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 08:45 AM
It is easy to see where Ellie got her good looks. Gorgeous dogs. Those soulful eyes really get you.
Posted by: Mary | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 08:42 AM
Your socks look wonderful - and so does little Miss Ellie!
Posted by: Anne | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:59 AM
Ellie is a charmer! Skyy has such a sweet face. I made a side bar button if you'd like one on your blog. My first pair for 2010 are almost finished and I sure like your Angie!
Posted by: margene | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:58 AM
OMG! Ellie has to be the most precious thing around!! I'm looking forward to watching her grow.
Posted by: Donna | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:31 AM
Thanks for the puppy update! That sock is beautiful and just your color.
Posted by: Carole | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:26 AM
I was enchanted by the name of your blog and when I came to visit discovered your beautiful knitting and an absolutely adorable puppy...
I shall return to watch the progress of your stole and the little darling.
Susan
Posted by: Miss Maddie's | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 07:03 AM
Well our house is happy to hear that there will be weekly updates. Freya's been asking me if there are any new photos of that cute little puppy on my computer!
Posted by: jenny | Wednesday, February 03, 2010 at 05:23 AM
I remember when you got Skyy!! Now she's a mommy. Love it. I enjoy your knitting pictures, but have to be honest that I love the puppy pictures!!!! Wish I could have a puppy.
Posted by: jaci | Tuesday, February 02, 2010 at 11:13 PM