2007 was a wonderful year for me, in so many, many ways.  Some struggles, challenges, opportunities, travel, and lots of laughs.  So far, 2008 has been fantastic (good food, great company - Jacob and I are just hanging out and laughing, good champagne, and good movies, and even some lovely knitting).  I have project pictures to share, some absolutely incredible gifts to show (from my blogfriend James and my Ravelry Helper Sekrit Santa Erin), and a roundup of 2007 knitting projects.  But for now - just a hello, and some vacation pictures from Christmas with my family in Capitola.

Jacob's camo socks are finished, and already keeping his feet warm and cozy. 

The pattern:  Gentleman's Fancy Sock, from Knitting Vintage Socks by Nancy Bush.  I omitted the decreases down the leg and shortened the cuff a bit to fit Jacob's feet without running out of yarn.  The camo yarn (Lorna's Laces Shepard Sock) looks great in the stitch - mottled and rich.  The needles got no rest before I cast on another pair.  Gotta keep the socks flowing! 

The knitting is done - round after round of soft organic cotton stripes.

The backing is made - sweet soft flannels.

Now for the handwork - quilt them together, follow the lines, bind the edges, add an eyelet ruffle.   Coming together.