The Dweebmachine

Yes, yes, I know it's VERY early for Christmas, but this is a pattern that I LOVE and am using to make a second scarf for a friend. Backstory: A year ago (October 2020) I moved to a new apartment, just after starting in a new school district, so I started binge watching Doctor Who because it helps me destress (naturally). I caught a glimpse of the scarf that Matt Smith wears in The Snowmen Christmas special and became obsessed with replicating it. I'd just started playing around with textured stitches more often, so it was a perfect project. Fast forward three months (January 2021) when I finally take the time to make the thing! I bought an expensive skein of yarn for it, because I really wanted it to be special. What I came up with I think is a pretty good replication. I loved the result and it's the only scarf I brought to Guatemala. It doesn't get too cold here, but I had to bring it anyway. Pictures for comparison: The original scarf Mine Current project...

 I've done a million things since I've been here...and yet at times it feels like less.  Quick recap: July 14th-I moved out of my apartment July 19th- I flew to Guatemala July 28th- First day of work at the new school August 10th- First day of school for students August 17th- First Stitch and Bitch with a new friend every Tuesday (not a new friend every Tuesday, but a new friend that I meet with every Tuesday) August 23rd-Virtual learning starts September 3rd-5th- Spent the weekend in Antigua September 15th- Guatemalan Independence day September 17th- I meet another new friend who wants to learn knitting And now we're all caught up! Of course, I've done a lot in between. I found a few places to buy yarn, looked up some craft stores for other projects, invested in some beautiful textiles, and started taking a Waldorf education certification course. Guatemala is beautiful and I've made new friends! Hopefully ...