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Of Deadlines and Sock Knitting

April 12, 2012 By Carole

When it comes to my knitting I’m big on self-imposed deadlines. I generally set a deadline any time I start a new project and I usually stick to it pretty closely. I might have to revise a little but it helps me to stay focused on my current projects and I get a great sense of satisfaction every time I finish something on time.

The original deadline on my current pair of socks was 3/31. That came and went.

The revised deadline was Easter Sunday. That came and went.

The current deadline is tomorrow, 4/13.

Unless a sock knitting miracle occurs, I have a feeling I’m going to be revising that deadline, too.

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  1. nestra says

    April 12, 2012 at 6:13 am

    I’m knitting a pair of socks as a thank you/ Mother’s Day gift for my mom. The thank you part is because she is going to spend a week with us after I have my baby. I am due in two weeks…. I’ve never been good with deadlines but I am trying REALLY hard to meet this one!

  2. Geri says

    April 12, 2012 at 6:26 am

    Hmmm…if that’s sock #1 I think your right. Love the pattern and color so they are worthy of deadline revision. The deadline for my current project is pretty murky. I’m knitting a bunting for my new grandchild. I’m 80% done and baby is due in 3 weeks.

  3. Seanna Lea says

    April 12, 2012 at 6:36 am

    Sometimes I work on deadline, but I find for me that deadlines increase my desire to be working on other projects. Not so useful that.

  4. Nora says

    April 12, 2012 at 7:18 am

    Are those Monkeys? I just started a pair. I find deadlines highly overrated, myself. Which is why I get distracted by the new and shiny all the time.

  5. Kym says

    April 12, 2012 at 7:41 am

    I think it’s good to set deadlines for yourself. I also think it’s good to know which ones are flexible. . . and which ones are not. Nice socks — even if not quite on schedule! 🙂

  6. Kim says

    April 12, 2012 at 7:49 am

    I never thought of setting deadlines with my knitting, but perhaps I should. Maybe I would get things finished sooner. 🙂

    Pretty socks though!

  7. margene says

    April 12, 2012 at 8:13 am

    In the meantime, you’ve knit a shawl and who knows how many other things! Lack of knitting progress is in the air…you should see how my knitting is floundering. It’s sad.

  8. jill says

    April 12, 2012 at 8:26 am

    Deadlines bring out the passive aggressive side of me; “Deadlines? I don’t need no stinkin’ deadlines!” I wish it weren’t the case. I struggle with productivity. YOU, on the other hand, get an amazing amount of EVERYTHING done. I’ve been marveling at how quickly your Beach Glass is moving along. You’ll get those socks done soon!

  9. Donna says

    April 12, 2012 at 9:25 am

    They look great so far 🙂

    Have you found that knitting time is scarce these days? I find that we are either entertaining or I am just too damn tired to knit at the end of the day. I have also been side tracked by a computer project I was working on.

  10. Jo says

    April 12, 2012 at 10:09 am

    Unfortunately, I’m more like Jill than Carole! My rationale is “knitting is something I do for fun. I have enough deadlines in my job.”. One problem, I’m retired! Lol

  11. Mary K. in Rockport says

    April 12, 2012 at 10:54 am

    What are they? Not your usual “Carole” pattern, I see.

  12. Patty says

    April 12, 2012 at 11:40 am

    Good Luck Carole! My deadline is sock related as well! 🙂

  13. Vicki says

    April 12, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    I’m all about To-Do lists and deadlines, but I usually write everything in pencil. Obviously, you’ve been very busy with other things!!

  14. Kathy B says

    April 12, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    But it is really a spectacular sock……enjoy the process

  15. Doris says

    April 12, 2012 at 1:59 pm

    Great pattern and yarn combo. I love the colors.

  16. mary says

    April 12, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    I attempted to surrender the battle of knitting deadlines last year…I’ve been mostly successful and I find I enjoy the process so much more if I let the knitting just happen. but it’s tough. I am VERY motivated by deadlines and checking off things as they’re finished. those socks are pretty… but socks = LOTS of stitches 🙂

  17. Lorraine says

    April 12, 2012 at 3:54 pm

    Hi Carole! Stopping by for the first time and so enjoyed perusing many of your posts! Lots of great things shared here. I especially like the knitting projects.

    Fun visiting!
    Kindly, Lorraine

  18. Beverly says

    April 12, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    I have the same Jessalu box bag!

    I admire your discipline. I’m rarely successful at meeting my knitting deadlines!

  19. Laurie says

    April 12, 2012 at 8:05 pm

    That is very funny! If I did that, I would not knit.

  20. sara says

    April 13, 2012 at 12:31 am

    That is a gorgeous yarn…can’t wait to see the finished product.

  21. Kimberly says

    April 17, 2012 at 11:13 am

    It’s looking good! Love the colors 🙂

  22. Carole N. says

    April 23, 2012 at 10:34 pm

    Hi Carole! I have been enjoying your blog! I luv the yarn you are using for the socks. I just started knitting two socks at the same time! So, forget about a deadline for me! haha!
    I am doing a pair for my son and a cabled socks for daughter.

    Can’t wait to see your finished socks!
    Knittingly, Carole

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