WIPs and UFOs: My Current Knitting and Crochet Projects

Originally published on March 23, 2025

I wanted to dedicate this blog post to my WIPs (works in progress) and UFOs (unfinished objects). After a year, I think it’s safe to say that the Robinson Wrap Cardigan pattern by Florence Miller has officially become a UFO. The good news is that it’s almost finished, I only need to complete the double-knitted button band. I’ve been working on the button band since December! 😅

I really love the yarn and color I chose for this project. I’m using Lana Grossa’s Setasuri and Cool Wool Seta (80/20 blend). This yarn is incredibly soft, warm, and an absolute joy to knit with. I used the same combination for the Diana Sweater (adult version), and I personally prefer Setasuri from Lana Grossa over the Mohair from Knitting for Olive. I’m confident that I’ll finally finish my Robinson Wrap Cardigan this year!

My Easter Chicks Socks

This is another project that’s almost finished. I just need to knit the toe for the second sock. The little feet, eyes, and beak will be added using duplicate stitch.

I’ve done a lot of frogging on this project because I was never completely happy with how it looked. As a result, it’s taken me longer than I expected. I used the Latvian Twist cast-on to make the design stand out even more. While a blue or dark green background would have made the chicks pop, I intentionally chose a neutral background this time.

For the yarn, I used a mix of leftovers and new skeins. The blue is leftover hand-dyed yarn from my Lacy Charms project, sourced from Greenery Wool. I also used Drops Flora and Drops Fabel. This is my first time working with Drops Fabel, so I’m curious to see how well it holds up over time.

The Biselle Blouse

I’m feeling uncertain about the Biselle Blouse because it’s tied to some difficult memories. When I started, I was really excited. It was a test knit for Malin Borgersen (minegleder), and I loved how elegant and feminine the garment looked. 

In the middle of this project, my husband was diagnosed with cancer again. He has neuroendocrine tumors (NETs), which are rare in my country, so there’s limited medical experience with this type of cancer. The doctors removed four tumors from his intestines immediately, but they’re almost 90% certain that the cancer will return. Initially, they planned to remove another 20 cm of his intestines, but after considering the long-term implications, they decided against it. Since a significant portion of his intestines has already been removed (80 cm), they’re focusing on regular monitoring and other treatments instead.

I’ve read that many people live with neuroendocrine tumors as a chronic condition, managing it with treatments and living normal lives. This gives me hope, but it’s still a challenging journey. I’ll write more about this topic in another blog post.

As for the blouse itself, I contacted Malin to let her know that I wouldn’t be able to finish the test knit for her. She was incredibly kind and understanding. After she published the pattern, I purchased it immediately - it was the least I could do to support her.

Unfortunately, my tension for this project is completely off. Normally, I have very even stitch tension, but this time, the stitches are uneven throughout. I’m using Drops Flora, which feels a bit rough, though I’m hopeful it will soften after washing. I also don’t like the color. I saw this pink on Ravelry in another project, and it looked beautiful, but the shade I’m using doesn’t look as nice. I’ll definitely dye it once I finish the project.

My Market Bag

I love strolling through my local market and buying fresh greens and other goodies. So, I decided to crochet a market bag for myself and I wanted to design my own pattern for it!

I started by searching through different books for inspiration and came across a granny square with a beautiful flower design. It was simple and easy to make, but I didn’t like the open clusters in the traditional granny square. I wanted a solid granny square instead, so I experimented and managed to create one that worked perfectly.

I’m also planning to line my bag, but since this will be a pattern for everyone, I wanted it to work even without a lining. I’m really happy with how it turned out!

For the yarn, I’m using Lana Grossa’s Cotone, which comes in a wide range of colors. It took me a while to decide on the color scheme. At first, I wanted to make it really colorful, with each flower in a different color, green for the first round (to mimic leaves), and white for the background. But in the end, I fell in love with the violet and silver combination. Of course, I can always make a second one later! 😄 It still needs a name, do you have any ideas? 

Final Thoughts

These are my current WIPs and UFOs. I try not to have too much because this would overwhelm me, and for me each project has its own story, and while some are tied to happy memories, others are more bittersweet. I was thinking of frogging the blouse completely but this isn't the right way, because this blouse also shows how strong I am. Crafting has always been a source of comfort and creativity for me, and I’m excited to see how these projects turn out.

Thank you so much for taking the time to read about my WIPs and UFOs, I really appreciate it! I hope you enjoyed this little glimpse into my crafting journey (and my ongoing battle with the button band 😅). If you’d like to stay updated on my latest projects, patterns, and blog posts, I’d be very happy if you subscribed to my newsletter. It’s the best way to stay connected and never miss a stitch! 😊

Until next time, happy knitting!

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