3.19.2013

100 Hexipuffs!



I have 100 "hexipuffs" now complete and I am over a quarter of the way done with my Beekeepers Quilt!



 Getting to 100 took longer than expected for two reasons...


Firstly, I learned that knitting hexipuffs every available minute caused me major shoulder pain and stiffness. I don't know if it was the tiny needles or what, but it got to the point where I could no longer lift my arms without shooting pain in my back, shoulders and arms. 

It was a hard decision.. choosing between hexipuffs and range of motion... but in the end, pain management won out and I had to set aside my wonderful little knitted puffs for a time.

Secondly. I have been SO busy. 
Between releasing Botanical Knits for pre-order and two trade shows in February, I have had little time for personal knitting. I have also started up design work again which I am really excited about.


I plan on continuing on with my Beekeepers Quilt slowly but surely. A little bit here and there.
I am hoping to have it complete before next winter. These "hexipuffs" will make a great, portable little project through the summer months.


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29 comments:

  1. mkonieczkiMarch 19, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    I love the photo of hexipuffs spilling over the tops of each other! How wonderful. I'm sure this project will feel like an incredible victory when it's finished.

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  2. Pam Sykes (aka Pretty Knitty)March 19, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    They are beautiful, dahling! Way to go! Mine are killing my hands, too, so I'm trying to take them in small doses...I am up to 70!

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  3. Kate PriceMarch 19, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Congratulations - 100 is awesome

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  4. katherinelynn_04March 19, 2013 at 2:52 PM

    I'm knitting mine on size 5s...probably the first time in my life that I've had to GO UP a size. I couldn't bear to knit them on two dpns as suggested, so I'm using magic loop and feeling no ill effects. I've been doing them for about a week and a half while watching tv and have 36 finished, and am definitely understanding the appeal.

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  5. FloMarch 19, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    I've got 38 done. Slowly. Surely! It's the best portable project ever. Sometimes I just look in the basket and pet them for my personal entertainment... :D

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  6. AnonymousMarch 19, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Those hexipuffs sure are beautiful ! But it seems like so much weaving-in and sewing in the end.
    Take care of yourself and your back while finishing this project.

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  7. BetsyMarch 19, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    They're beautiful.

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  8. UnknownMarch 19, 2013 at 11:49 PM

    Félicitations !

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  9. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 4:47 AM

    Jealous! I think I have 5 or 6 finished at the moment. My kittens keep stealing them, thinking they're great toys. Hopefully I'll get some progress done on them soon!

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  10. SuzanneMarch 20, 2013 at 5:00 AM

    I haven't started mine yet, but can I just say, I love the name "hexipuff"? Love them - They're so cute!

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  11. AnonymousMarch 20, 2013 at 5:15 AM

    They're so cute! And so much fun. :)

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  12. Sandra BaroniMarch 20, 2013 at 5:35 AM

    Your puffs are great!
    I almost there, I knitted 93 until now, and I love do it, but I do not have pain when I knit it.
    Good luck!

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  13. SabrinaMarch 20, 2013 at 7:55 AM

    Lovely! I have knit a few, but it's going to take me a lot longer to make as many as I need. But, I'm just wondering how you duplicate stitch the little motifs on them? I tried a few times and it was so fiddly trying to sew inside that tiny little hexipuff. Am I doing something wrong or is it just kind of tricky like that? Thanks!

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  14. ABIMarch 22, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    I don't know what they can be used for, but they're so cool!! :D

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  15. UnknownMarch 23, 2013 at 9:12 PM

    You have to be so careful! I knit a dishcloth with size 3 needles because that's what the pattern said to do. I had to go to physical therapy and they did some kind of patch medicine each time. That didn't work so I had to get a shot of cortizone. That worked. I also don't knit as tightly as I used to!

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  16. sweetpea familyMarch 24, 2013 at 7:51 AM

    they are adorable I love the one you have added embroidery to, so clever :)

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  17. SClubBethanMarch 24, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    They are so cute. Going to make an amazing blanket in the end!

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  18. AnonymousMarch 25, 2013 at 7:13 AM

    I think that must take an incredible amount of patience. I can't even imagine.

    You know it be a cool group project!

    It will be so worth it. I can't wait to see your finished project!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 26, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    I deliberately left the link to your post in my inbox so I would get round to telling you how beautiful your hexipuffs are. I aspire to making the Beekeepers Quilt one day too

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  20. ajiraMarch 28, 2013 at 1:35 PM

    What are they for? Just toys for your kiddo? Or ?? Hope you feel better soon. Repetitive stress injuries are absolutely no fun.

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  21. pookieMarch 30, 2013 at 12:34 PM

    can these be knit with worsted wool?? i don't have any fingerling..and really don't want to buy any. i love the concept...the quilt will be just beautiful!!!

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  22. Henry FovargueMarch 31, 2013 at 5:58 PM

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  23. Henry FovargueMarch 31, 2013 at 6:00 PM

    I love your blog! I gain a lot of inspiration from it. I would love to know what you think about my stitch marker: www.charmedknitting.com. I have worked hard to create a great range :) Thank you! Sophie

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  24. DevinApril 2, 2013 at 2:49 AM

    I'm so sorry about the shoulder. When pain keeps you from knitting, it's a sad day! The hexipuffs look great though, and I hope your shoulder feels better soon! :)

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  25. AnitaApril 7, 2013 at 4:39 AM

    Very clever idea with the knitted hexies, smart girl.
    Cheers, Anita.

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  26. DaisyApril 21, 2013 at 8:35 AM

    I would love to donate some of my hand dyed minis to your Beekeeper's quilt! Email me & we'll set it up!
    Rainchimefiberarts@gmail.com
    IG #daisyhays

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  27. DaisyApril 21, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    Yummm You do beautiful work! I'd love to donate a couple of hand dyed minis to your Beekeeper's quilt! Email me & we can set it up!
    Rainchimefiberarts@gmail.com
    IG #daisyhays

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  28. UnknownApril 28, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    these little hexipuffs are really great!
    Never seen them before!!

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  29. CassieJuly 10, 2013 at 11:25 PM

    I just found your blog tonight while I was browsing around for podcasts. Love the blog and the podcasts and just yay!

    I love your puffs. I finished a HUGE version of this back in Jan. so I know the slowness of which you speak. I just started in on a second one actually. As slow a process as it is, they are addictive. (Here's mine if you are curious to see it: http://knitmesomething.blogspot.com/2013/01/bee-keeper-part-2.html )

    Off to listen to more!

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