Jessica,
Great work! These projects do each deserve their own page. I really love the little Aran sweater. You really picked something with some challenge for your first sweater, and did a great job on it. I do love the little hat you made and matches it so well. It sounds like it was not made of the same yarn, but it sure looks right.
Your cabled hat is nice too. I found a lot of inspiration in your creations. Good job on everything.