Today was a wonderful day. I got some sleep last night after having many nights with very fitful sleep...
Woke up to a gray, overcast, sprinkled day...perfect day to sit on the patio and knit...but that's not what I did.
Okay, update on knitting:
Finished socks for sil (no I'm mentioning a name here, not sure if she reads this or not and I do want her to be surprised).
Two completed pairs of socks; Celtic Pennies (a YarnYenta pattern for a KAL on www.ravelry.com) and Whirlpool Socks (from the book Knitting Socks with Handpainted Yarn) ~ these socks have been washed and blocked and are now looking pretty good. They'll be taken to the fairgrounds on Friday.
A slew of dishcloths have been knitted up for a certain person who asked for them and perhaps a couple of other 'certain people' (I haven't decided yet). Dishcloths/Washcloths are so simple to knit and crochet...I started one this morning just before leaving to meet with some ladies at B&N ~ had it finished and another one started before I left for home a couple hours later ~ and I put it down quite a few times during our chatting.
Another pair of socks has been started: pattern is off www.knitty.com ~ the fall 09 issue that just came out...Hat-heel sock by Kathleen Sperling ~ it is an interesting pattern and I'm enjoying 'the challenge'.
Okay, one day I'll learn how to do links...yeah right...like I have time to figure this stuff out...I have to figure out what to feed hubby for dinner while he watches Monday Night Football but first guess I'd best go put the clothes in the dryer so hubby will have clean socks to wear tomorrow.
Which reminds ~ this past Thursday the Pittsburgh Steelers played the Tennessee Titans and won! Hubby wore his Steelers socks that I knitted him this summer...so you all know what that means...I'd best have them ready for him to wear for each game this year...
Monday, September 14, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
September Already!
It is September! Already! Well if my kidlets were here and still in school I wouldn't be ready. Nope. Not at all.
But the kidlets all have kidlets who are in school...bet they weren't ready!
Hard to believe our eldest grandchild is in the 7th grade..where did the time go!
And no I'm not old enough to have a grandchild in the 7th grade...don't ask!
I'm very involved in my knitting. I've completed socks...Hubby is wearing his Pittsburgh STEELERS socks while watching the first game of the season...Steelers vs. Titans
I've entered two pairs of socks into the local County Fair...I'll let you know what happens. I really just entered for fun...but then again...ribbons are always nice...no matter what, I'm wearing my socks.
One pair is on the needles and I'm working on the leg of those so they'll be completed soon.
Started another pair this morning...using DK weight yarn with size 4 addi needles...these should go pretty fast.
In a few weeks I'll be going to Dulitz Tree Farm. We're having a dyeing/knitting/spinning day with the owner. I plan on dyeing sock yarn and enough laceweight or perhaps sock yarn to knit a stole...not sure of the pattern yet so I'll have to really think about the yardage so I have enough no matter what.
But the kidlets all have kidlets who are in school...bet they weren't ready!
Hard to believe our eldest grandchild is in the 7th grade..where did the time go!
And no I'm not old enough to have a grandchild in the 7th grade...don't ask!
I'm very involved in my knitting. I've completed socks...Hubby is wearing his Pittsburgh STEELERS socks while watching the first game of the season...Steelers vs. Titans
I've entered two pairs of socks into the local County Fair...I'll let you know what happens. I really just entered for fun...but then again...ribbons are always nice...no matter what, I'm wearing my socks.
One pair is on the needles and I'm working on the leg of those so they'll be completed soon.
Started another pair this morning...using DK weight yarn with size 4 addi needles...these should go pretty fast.
In a few weeks I'll be going to Dulitz Tree Farm. We're having a dyeing/knitting/spinning day with the owner. I plan on dyeing sock yarn and enough laceweight or perhaps sock yarn to knit a stole...not sure of the pattern yet so I'll have to really think about the yardage so I have enough no matter what.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Well, I've been a bit busy lately...
...of course I'm still knitting socks but I've also cast on a blanket, something I never thought I'd do again...
I was thinking today how nice it would be to have a "Crafters Refuge"
Now what I mean by this is...
~ a home to go to when you want or need to just pick up and get away for a bit
~ a home where you could go to bake some cookies; a cake or a pie
~ a home where you could go to knit or ~
~ crochet ~ cross stitch ~ embroidery ~ quilt ~ sew ~ weave ~ dye ~ whatever
~ a home where you could go to curl up with a good book and ready that last chapter
~ a home where you could go to watch that movie you've been putting off forever
~ a home where you could meet others who enjoy doing the craft you enjoy
~ a home where you could learn other crafts if the itch needed scratched
Well, of course this is just a dream ~ a dream that would be worth pursuing perhaps if there weren't so many ifs
I look forward to getting together with the friends that I have made through Ravelry
And I thank God everyday for giving me a wonderful family and great friends who keep me in a positive state of mind, I love it
God Bless
...of course I'm still knitting socks but I've also cast on a blanket, something I never thought I'd do again...
I was thinking today how nice it would be to have a "Crafters Refuge"
Now what I mean by this is...
~ a home to go to when you want or need to just pick up and get away for a bit
~ a home where you could go to bake some cookies; a cake or a pie
~ a home where you could go to knit or ~
~ crochet ~ cross stitch ~ embroidery ~ quilt ~ sew ~ weave ~ dye ~ whatever
~ a home where you could go to curl up with a good book and ready that last chapter
~ a home where you could go to watch that movie you've been putting off forever
~ a home where you could meet others who enjoy doing the craft you enjoy
~ a home where you could learn other crafts if the itch needed scratched
Well, of course this is just a dream ~ a dream that would be worth pursuing perhaps if there weren't so many ifs
I look forward to getting together with the friends that I have made through Ravelry
And I thank God everyday for giving me a wonderful family and great friends who keep me in a positive state of mind, I love it
God Bless
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Contentment...
I'm happy for a couple of my fellow knitters...they went to Sock Summit 2009 in Portland, Oregon...
...when I first heard of the Sock Summit I started checking airlines and hotels...you know ... the cost ... times ... etc.,
...then eldest daughter says she's getting married...
...then we had the trip to Washington ... had to meet new grandson who was already 8 months old ...
So...no Sock Summit ...
Okay...family comes first and yes it was extremely important to meet my grandson and play with him...loved every minute I was able to spend with my children and grandchildren...wouldn't trade it with anything...even the Sock Summit
...but still
...there is a small part of my that still longs to be in Portland today
...I'll be content with looking at the photos and reading the posts
...and knitting on my newest project...may even start another today...who knows what the future holds...
...and there are two sewing projects that I want to do...hmmm
First, though, there is a meetup with some ladies this morning...we'll sit and chat...and knit...and chat some more...and knit some more...
...and we'll be content that we have this time together to do something we like and want...
...when I first heard of the Sock Summit I started checking airlines and hotels...you know ... the cost ... times ... etc.,
...then eldest daughter says she's getting married...
...then we had the trip to Washington ... had to meet new grandson who was already 8 months old ...
So...no Sock Summit ...
Okay...family comes first and yes it was extremely important to meet my grandson and play with him...loved every minute I was able to spend with my children and grandchildren...wouldn't trade it with anything...even the Sock Summit
...but still
...there is a small part of my that still longs to be in Portland today
...I'll be content with looking at the photos and reading the posts
...and knitting on my newest project...may even start another today...who knows what the future holds...
...and there are two sewing projects that I want to do...hmmm
First, though, there is a meetup with some ladies this morning...we'll sit and chat...and knit...and chat some more...and knit some more...
...and we'll be content that we have this time together to do something we like and want...
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Oh My Gosh!
Hubby brought the following home this afternoon...all for just $5.87....
we've got seedless watermelon; two cantaloups; six peaches; seven pears and seven granny smith apples...not to mention about six nice size potatoes...
On the Knitting Front...
Yarn: Flat Feet (Conjoined) purchased at Great Yarns in Everett Washington
Item: Socks (what else)
Pattern: Whirlpool
Book: Knitting Socks from Handpainted Yarn
I like this pattern...love using beads...these are 8/0 and I used dental floss and a beading needle to put them on the yarn before I did anything else
I did make modifications to the pattern...what's new...
we've got seedless watermelon; two cantaloups; six peaches; seven pears and seven granny smith apples...not to mention about six nice size potatoes...
On the Knitting Front...
Yarn: Flat Feet (Conjoined) purchased at Great Yarns in Everett Washington
Item: Socks (what else)
Pattern: Whirlpool
Book: Knitting Socks from Handpainted Yarn
I like this pattern...love using beads...these are 8/0 and I used dental floss and a beading needle to put them on the yarn before I did anything else
I did make modifications to the pattern...what's new...
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Finished
I feel as though I have accomplished something this past week.
First, I finished the Celtic Pennies socks KAL. This was my first Fair Isle project and can't wait for another one. It was so easy to do. I am very pleased with the final project.
Secondly, I finished Ron's Pittsburgh Steelers socks. This yarn was very nice to work with...I ordered it from Yarntini online. Perfect...
Every time I've taken a photo of the socks in progress our little Shivers had to have his nose in it. This time right after I clicked the following photo he moved so fast, grabbed a sock and took off running around the living room and dining room...moved so fast I couldn't get a photo of him. I take it that he is satisfied with the results.
Our local knitting group, The KTK Yarn Mavens, will be having their monthly meeting on July 25th. We'll be meeting at a local park with a playground for the little ones.
I have put together some items for a drawing...a surprise bag of goodies...and I'm pleased with what I've put in there although I'm not finished...may have to make it two bags...of course the winner must be present at the time of the drawing.
I do hope we have a good turn out for this meeting. It is always nice to get together and share our finished objects along with whatever project(s) we are working on at the time. Perhaps a few will bring their spinning wheels and share their knowledge.
Because we will be meeting at a park we have decided to do a potluck, who doesn't love a potluck, with all those goodies...brownies, that's what I'm taking...
I will be bringing cool ties...I've been sewing them up and will sell them for $5.00 each. I don't keep the money...it is donated to Relay for Life...
Going back to the sewing machine...which reminds me...my sewing machine quit on me...but never fear...a couple weeks later we found one on the local craigslist...bought it and I love it...it is an embroidery/sewing machine and does quilting also...guess where I'll be for hours on end...
Have a wonderful day and May God Bless Everyone...
First, I finished the Celtic Pennies socks KAL. This was my first Fair Isle project and can't wait for another one. It was so easy to do. I am very pleased with the final project.
Secondly, I finished Ron's Pittsburgh Steelers socks. This yarn was very nice to work with...I ordered it from Yarntini online. Perfect...
Every time I've taken a photo of the socks in progress our little Shivers had to have his nose in it. This time right after I clicked the following photo he moved so fast, grabbed a sock and took off running around the living room and dining room...moved so fast I couldn't get a photo of him. I take it that he is satisfied with the results.
Our local knitting group, The KTK Yarn Mavens, will be having their monthly meeting on July 25th. We'll be meeting at a local park with a playground for the little ones.
I have put together some items for a drawing...a surprise bag of goodies...and I'm pleased with what I've put in there although I'm not finished...may have to make it two bags...of course the winner must be present at the time of the drawing.
I do hope we have a good turn out for this meeting. It is always nice to get together and share our finished objects along with whatever project(s) we are working on at the time. Perhaps a few will bring their spinning wheels and share their knowledge.
Because we will be meeting at a park we have decided to do a potluck, who doesn't love a potluck, with all those goodies...brownies, that's what I'm taking...
I will be bringing cool ties...I've been sewing them up and will sell them for $5.00 each. I don't keep the money...it is donated to Relay for Life...
Going back to the sewing machine...which reminds me...my sewing machine quit on me...but never fear...a couple weeks later we found one on the local craigslist...bought it and I love it...it is an embroidery/sewing machine and does quilting also...guess where I'll be for hours on end...
Have a wonderful day and May God Bless Everyone...
Monday, July 6, 2009
quick update...
Celebrated our Fourth with good friends and good food...thank you
Shivers is such a great puppy...very protective and cuddly...I'm glad we have him (or does he have us?)...
Spent a few hours this morning with some great ladies down at Borders doing what we do...KNIT! It's nice to spend time with others doing the same thing you enjoy...thanks ladies, you know who you are.
I am working on the foot of my Celtic Pennies...coming along very nicely I think...I'll post photos later when I have a bit more finished.
I started a kitchen towel on the 3rd and worked on it...almost done there...you know it is one of those that buttons around the handle of the oven...again...photos will be posted later.
And still...hubbys Steelers socks, they are coming along...working on the foot...
I've organized, somewhat, my yarn stash...went through a few bins yesterday and got two grocery bags together to be taken to the Dominican Republic...I just went through some more and have at least two more bags...
Sewing machine made a grinding noise when I last used it so it will be going to the shop :( really puts a damper on my sewing...
Now, I'm off to KNIT KNIT KNIT!
Hope all has a wonderful day and a great week...I'll be staying in the house as much as possible until this "heat wave" is over...
Shivers is such a great puppy...very protective and cuddly...I'm glad we have him (or does he have us?)...
Spent a few hours this morning with some great ladies down at Borders doing what we do...KNIT! It's nice to spend time with others doing the same thing you enjoy...thanks ladies, you know who you are.
I am working on the foot of my Celtic Pennies...coming along very nicely I think...I'll post photos later when I have a bit more finished.
I started a kitchen towel on the 3rd and worked on it...almost done there...you know it is one of those that buttons around the handle of the oven...again...photos will be posted later.
And still...hubbys Steelers socks, they are coming along...working on the foot...
I've organized, somewhat, my yarn stash...went through a few bins yesterday and got two grocery bags together to be taken to the Dominican Republic...I just went through some more and have at least two more bags...
Sewing machine made a grinding noise when I last used it so it will be going to the shop :( really puts a damper on my sewing...
Now, I'm off to KNIT KNIT KNIT!
Hope all has a wonderful day and a great week...I'll be staying in the house as much as possible until this "heat wave" is over...
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