The Joy of...

I was going to title this post "The Joy of Knitting,"...

She says, as though that thought would surprise someone. Anyone? She didn't think so... Also, copyright law...

...because knitting does bring me great joy! But it's not the only thing, especially at this time of year. For example, 16 pair of festive feet(mine!) make my heart sing!

And candy making each year for gift giving...

And little boys with Christmas cake...

And gingerbread baking...

And little, Christmas donuts brought in by a co-worker (thank you,  Jill!)...

I mean, what doesn't bring me joy at Christmas?

She says, hoping the people who know her best aren't paying too much attention...because she does grouse about some things...but not here.

Getting back to the knitting, one thing that brings joy to my knitting heart is a perfectly placed, set-in sleeve...

...or two!

I know that it might be contentious to say to knitters today, but I love setting in sleeves on a sweater! It is so satisfying. 

There are other ways, and every knitter has their favorite...drop-sleeves, top down raglans, bottom up & joined at the yoke... there are even ways to knit that sleeve into the armhole with short rows! But sometimes, when I think about an armhole-in-waiting, 

I just get the itch to sit with needle and yarn, gently easing the two pieces together until they are one. 

So. Very. Satisfying.

She sighs, contentedly and sips her cocoa, while admiring the work. 

What brings you joy in your work? In your knitting or crafting? In anything?  I do hope you find joy somewhere. This life is bleak when there is no joy, and I would not wish that upon anyone. If today's post brought you just a little joy, drop a comment to let me know. 

Thanks for stopping by, and Knit in Good Health!