Yarn Along:

I finished Gone Girl the other day and just began Far From the Madding Crowd.  And after a mere 19 days, Lucy's sweater is just about complete.  All that remains is to sew on the buttons, these 1930s glass ones, which I am anxiously awaiting.

Photo courtesy of this shop

I've been contemplating what to do with the leftovers.  I might stretch them with these skeins of madelinetosh vintage in parchment and mare, which I bought at the same time as the yarn for the cardigan.  I'm thinking either a striped pullover, or perhaps a cozy hooded jacket with a zipper, if I am brave enough.

Meanwhile, I am plodding along on this newborn Clara dress, in a very fine wool/silk blend.  I finally tracked down a copy of the pattern at this shop, which I hope to visit in person one day.  This helpful chart provides additional sizes.  There's also an inspiring photo of the dress in white which is currently gracing my desktop and spurring me on.  I'm cutting it close, as my friend's baby is due in 5 weeks.  Wish me luck!