{FO} Helm

*Sigh* I had a nice, long post written.  And then I accidentally deleted it, and before I could say "un-do" blogger auto-saved.  Curse you, Auto-Save.  Grr.

Helm was such a fun knit...and has been by far probably one of the most challenging knits I have done.  Rachel was so happy to receive it and she was so impressed with how much I have learned in less than one year.  I'm impressed too. Both with the amount I've learned...and the fact I was able to part with this hat! 

Nate's family came over on Sunday, and we had a mini Christmas.  Janet and Sarah loved their gifts as well. Totally one of the best feelings in the world! I can't wait to see my aunt and cousin for Christmas and give them their presents.  Hopefully I will have my mom's hat done....and it will fit.  I think it might be too small. Which means my small noggin' might have a new hat, but I was really hoping to give it to the madre.  We will see.

Here are some more detailed views of the gloriousness that is Helm:  

Thank you Stephen West for designing this beauty!

Little Red Helm Pattern Notes:
Pattern: Helm by Stephen West
Yarn: String Theory Merino DK in Garnet
Needles: US 5 and US 6