Help me, knitting, you're my only hope

[onlysmallwings]

Well, maybe not my only hope, but you're my first and best shot.

A friend of mine went to Dublin for work recently and brought home a present of ~250 yards (3 50g balls) of yarn for me! :D It's Studio Donegal Aran Tweed in the Olive colorway.

I have no idea what to make of this. I've never actually made something for myself. And I have two scarves on needles at the moment that are presents. (Only one has a deadline. The other is for a very patient friend.)

I was considering fingerless gloves, but the yarn is wool. I'm not sure how itchy that's going to be. So, suggestions?

Comments

[tree_and_leaf]

What about a hat? Hurricane hat (free on Rav) is pretty awesome and very easy. Won't use all your wool, but neither would gloves (I have a pair of woollen gloves and find them very cosy, but it depends on your personal preference, I suppose).

[onlysmallwings]

I've been looking at that. :)