One thing is certain: now that I've switched to knitting lap blankets for awhile, I'm completing projects even faster!
This week, I'm sharing the lap blanket I made for Denis. I was inspired to make one for each of us after the cold, wet, windy December afternoon we spent waiting and waiting and waiting for Dial-a-Ride. Both of us were frozen, and the only reason why we weren't completely frozen solid is that (for some reason I cannot begin to fathom) I brought an extra cardigan, and we took turns covering our legs with it. We may never need these lap blankets, but we will be prepared!
Here is Denis's--
The pattern is a freebie from the Yarnspirations website with the unimaginative but utilitarian name "Reversible Knit Lap Blanket" (it looks the same front and back). Denis and I both liked the diagonal stripes. I used two strands of Lion Brand Homespun yarn in a colorway called "Lagoon" on my US size 11 circular needles. The finished product color coordinates with his scooter; it's warm and soft and shouldn't let any biting cold winds through.
What was I watching while I was stitching?
Denis and I enjoyed the latest too-short season of Dalgliesh, based on P.D. James's series of mysteries-- and by "too short" I mean I would have loved to have several more episodes to watch.
The series follows the career of Adam Dalgliesh, who's not only a brilliant Detective Chief Inspector but a poet as well. Bertie Carvel is excellent in the role, and I like watching how the relationship between him and Detective Sergeant Kate Miskin develops. Miskin wants on the fast track to promotion, but once she begins to understand Dalgliesh's methods and sees how much she can learn from him, she finds all her career ideas changing.
Strong stories, excellent acting, great cinematography... and I love Dalgliesh's car. This series was the perfect thing to keep my needles busy, and I was happy to hear that it's been renewed for two more seasons. If you haven't already, give it a try!
That is a lovely lap blanket, Cathy! It looks warm and comfortable, and that shade of blue is rich. As for Dalgliesh, I've been wondering if that was worth watching. I have enjoyed some of the P.D. James stories about him. I may have to check this out...
ReplyDeleteIt is definitely worth checking out, Margot.
DeleteI loved all the Dalgliesh books and the old series. I had not heard about this new one but now that it's on my radar I will definitely give it a try.
ReplyDeleteI'd be interesting in hearing what you think about it, Dorothy.
DeleteI should make one of those lap afghans for my mom; her legs are always cold but she doesn't want to deal with a big blanket. Those lap afghans are the perfect size.
ReplyDeleteYes, they are. I think I'm getting hooked on them. I've finished mine, and I'm about to finish one that I'll be donating.
DeleteI really like the pattern and color of those afghans. Being prepared is never a bad thing.
ReplyDeleteI'm curious about your impression of the Dalgliesh character and the books (I think the series really captures the feel of the books very well). I like the books, but I always come away from them with a feeling that the man and the writing are very "cold" in some way. Great detective, top marks on morals and ethics, but somehow I never feel as if I know him. I hope the series is given a long run.
I think Bertie Carvel does an excellent job at portraying a man who very much keeps himself to himself while still showing the incredible depth of emotion of the man inside. That's got to be a tricky thing to do.
DeleteTotally agree that the acting is superb throughout the series and the production qualities are generally very high. Seems totally authentic to the period to me.
DeleteLovely pattern and color for the lap afghan, a perfect warmer for one's legs. And as for Dagliesh, is this on Acorn?
ReplyDeleteYes, it is on Acorn.
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