Question: How many pairs of socks is it possible to knit in three weeks? I ask because I am on a mission to knit socks for the rheumatology nurses. While I was having my first round of infusions last week, my socks were much admired and the nurses all popped in to see which socks I was wearing each day. My consultant also stopped by wearing one of the pairs of socks that I'd knit for her and that started the sock yarn ball rolling! The nurses were a teensy bit jealous of my consultant's socks, especially as she must have told them just how cosy and comfortable they are. So all the nurses would like a pair!
This is how my week looked from a sock knitting point of view...
*** Monday ***
No knitting possible after many cannula issues
*** Tuesday ***
New cannula in knitting-friendly position
*** Wednesday ***
Well-behaved cannula remained in place overnight
*** Thursday ***
New cannula but knitting still possible
*** Friday **
The cannula gods are still smiling on me!
I didn't manage to do any knitting at all over the weekend as I was quite unwell after all the infusions; a pounding headache that painkillers couldn't relieve, nausea and a completely new level of tiredness. I think that a lot of these side effects can be reduced by slowing down the rate of the infusions, so I will definitely be asking for that next time. I'm feeling a lot more like my normal self now thank goodness and have managed to finish this pair of socks. They are destined for my consultant - I think that they will be her fourth pair. They're knitted with an Opal sock yarn which is a great yarn for any sock gifts as it washes so well.
I've been stash diving and have dug out several balls of Stylecraft Head over Heels yarn which is also a great yarn for sock gifts. How many balls do you think I will be able to knit into socks before my next week of infusions? I expect I'm being overly optimistic in thinking I can knit 6 pairs of socks! It's already Wednesday and I've not yet started the first pair. How long does it take you to knit a pair of socks? I'm interested to know. In the meantime, if you want me, I'll be here, knitting away - just look out for the smoke coming from my needles! xxx
5 comments:
I reckon I can knit a pair of socks in a week but I only knit in the evening watching tv.So I reckon you can do it.Go for it and show us the results.
Opal yarn is good and great colourways.
Hope you are feeling a bit better soon.
Hi Helen
What a wonderful patient you are to go to all of that trouble for your consultant and the nurses. I hope that you manage to reach your target. I also hope that a slower infusion makes it easier for you, it really does sound ghastly!
Good luck!
Jane x
I'm glad that you're feeling better now after your infusions - those side effects sound awful. Great socks in the photos - no wonder they were well admired. I don't think I've ever timed how long it takes me to knit a pair of socks. I tend to use them as travel knitting, so it's more as and when. I have faith that you'll manage it though. :O) xx
Those socks will go down a treat I'm sure. Pleased you are feeling better after the weekend.
I worked out a pair of socks took between 7 and 8 hours, don’t hold me to that. Generally I pick up and put down throughout the evening while watching tv. What lovely and generous gifts you are making, I doubt the hospital will ever discharge you after your kindness however well you become.
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