To that I say, yes. Yes, I do. Really cute ones! I just started on a new knitting obsession using a free Ravelry pattern called Balls Up. What’s great about this pattern is that you use small amounts from your stash, you can make them quickly, and they are very timely. What great little gifts!
I used Palette yarn for the red and white and Debblie Bliss Pure Silk for the “silver.” I also charted out a super easy bead pattern in multiple of 8 sts for the design. You can really do what you want with this pattern. I did need to do an addional increase and a few more rows. But you can insert the styrofoam ball as you go to see how it is fitting. The last few rows with the ball inside is putsy but doable and far superior to stuffing with fiberfill. The styrofoam ball creates a perfect circle that is lighter than air.
I bought my balls at Michaels — 6 for $5.99. You may be able to buy them cheaper elsewhere.
I plan on making a lot more of these!
In the “The Neighbors Think We’re Crazy” category, I submit the following in evidence:
I came home the other night and found that our butt-ugly circular garage opening was history…or at least ONE of them was history! Hey, Buddy, make up your mind! I was worried that this would become another “deck” project (i.e., great start but no finish…at least no finish for YEARS), but he is out there at this moment cutting the other door opening. Whew! There is hope.
At first I thought you meant that your door had been stolen and I couldn’t figure out how the round door frame had suddenly become square — did they take the top too? Anyway, finally got it! LOL. The Christmas balls are very pretty!
Comment by Wool free and Lovin' knit — November 18, 2011 @ 3:14 pm
I love the balls! My upstairs tree has crochet and tatting on it and it is time for some knitting too. I am hoping to do some tiny red and white mittens and wee balls in silver and white would be the perfect compliment.
I also sympathize with your arch issue. I have been lobbying for a removal of arches on the front of our house for years.
Comment by Needles — November 18, 2011 @ 3:15 pm
Very nice job on those balls. If the doors turn out half as nice, they will be great!
Comment by twinsetellen — November 18, 2011 @ 7:43 pm
I kinda liked the arch, not so pedestrian as a squared off opening. Your balls are beautiful!
Comment by Robin F. — November 19, 2011 @ 11:14 am
Thanks for the heads up on Balls Up!
Comment by stashdragon — November 19, 2011 @ 12:52 pm
Cute balls…man, you don’t hear that very often!
Comment by twinsetjan — November 19, 2011 @ 8:41 pm
I’ve always liked the arched doorway — ducks for cover — but I know it makes for a smaller garage opening. And of course I’ve always loved your balls.
Comment by surly — November 20, 2011 @ 12:26 am
Love the ornaments and downloaded the pattern! Thanks for the encouragement to do so. Good luck on the garage getting done in a timely fashion. 🙂
Comment by Kathy — November 20, 2011 @ 1:29 am
Some of these Comments are just too funny! The knitted ornaments are really a great idea – I’m going to give them a try, too.
As for your garage – that photo is priceless. Good luck with that project!!
Comment by Barb — November 20, 2011 @ 1:39 pm
Beautiful balls. Possessing only a one car garage, we would be grateful for a second of any usable shape.
Comment by Chloe — November 21, 2011 @ 12:36 am
Nice balls! Good luck with the new doors.
Comment by Kym — November 22, 2011 @ 3:23 pm
Happy thanksgiving to both of you and your families. Thank you too, for sharing your talent and creativity with us – you two are amazing!!
Comment by Barb — November 23, 2011 @ 9:40 pm
From Susan to Barb — Thank you for the very nice words and holiday wishes! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours as well!! ?
Comment by lv2knit — November 23, 2011 @ 9:49 pm