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May 3, 2013

FO | Whoooo is Watching

By now, you're fully aware of the fact that I'm on a bit of a spa and dish cloth binge. I love the fact that they're swatches and finished objects, all in one.

 So what did I do with this realization? Instead of adding to my mountain collection of April Showers spa cloths, I made this whimsical owl dishcloth.
Mr. Owl, aka Whoooo, was fun, fast and easy – an amusing way to practice reversible mitered squares, something with which I'm experimenting. There are other FOs I could highlight, but since Mr. Owl never fails to make me smile, he deserves his moment in the spotlight.

 Highlights
Pattern: Whimsy Owl Family
Yarn: Cotton Fleece (Brown Sheep)
Needles: US 8 (5 mm)
Ravelry notes: Here
Dimensions:  9 - 9.5 inches square
Buttons: From stash

 The buttons mean this item isn't terribly functional, either as a dish cloth or hotpad. Nonetheless, I'm still rather enamored with him and there may (or may not) be more in the works.

Why? Mr. Owl follows everything with great interest but little commentary, a combination that's hard to find and difficult to resist. It's both amusing and comforting to know Whoooo is watching.


UPDATE
The Whimsy Owl Family pattern has been released.
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16 comments:

  1. JazzMay 03, 2013 4:46 PM

    Amazing owl!!

    Here's my FO: http://mibruno.com/terminado-osito/

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 03, 2013 6:33 PM

      What a charming bear, Jazz, and the little red book is the perfect touch.

      Glad you like the owl. Isn't he a hoot?

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  2. NoniMay 03, 2013 6:28 PM

    Is there by any chance a pattern for Mr. Owl in the works?

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  3. autumngeishaMay 03, 2013 9:55 PM

    So cute and clever! I would love to knit one up for my kitchen. I hope that you decide to write up a pattern for him.

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 05, 2013 1:50 PM

      Thank you! Have to admit, he's been great fun. I'll see what I can do about getting a pattern done.

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  4. Cathy JohnsonMay 04, 2013 6:19 AM

    That's really cute, love the idea!

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  5. BabajezaMay 05, 2013 3:56 AM

    I'm in love with your Whooooo! :-))) Have a nice weekend. Regula

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 05, 2013 1:52 PM

      Thanks, Regula. (I'm rather fond of him also!) You have a great weekend, too.

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  6. EvelynMay 06, 2013 6:58 AM

    Thanks for making me smile!

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 06, 2013 10:43 AM

      My pleasure, Evelyn, nice to see you here. Hope your first craft fair was a dazzling success.

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  7. WonderWhyGalMay 06, 2013 9:16 PM

    I love that spa cloth. I wonder if my kids would wash more if I made a few of these ;-)

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 07, 2013 8:49 AM

      I think you're on to something ... They probably would wash more (or protest less), wouldn't they?!

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  8. MartineMay 07, 2013 2:14 AM

    Your blog is really nice! I had to put it in my blogroll, hope its okay :) Your knitting is beautiful and really inspiring. I will definetely come back ;)
    x Martine (Norway)

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    1. Barbara at Knitting | Work in ProgressMay 07, 2013 8:59 AM

      What a nice compliment, Martine. I'll look forward to seeing you again soon. Meanwhile, I'm off to check out your blog and see what you've been up to.

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