So neat yarn with interesting names make me happy, like this one from Blue Moon Fiber Arts, called "Jabberwocky:"
But I doubt you know about another joy. I like to hand sew things (the by hand part isn't really a choice--I don't particularly have the money or space for a good sewing machine).
These will be a few pillowcases:
I'm a sucker for the Asian themed fabrics and the Batiks (new additions to the collection).
In other news, I have had a tremendous headache for the past two days that no amount of Ibuprofen can seem to get rid of. It makes reading difficult. No worries, I haven't really gotten back in to the school rythym anyway.
The first sweater (Central Park Hoodie) I am working on is coming along nicely. The back is almost done:
My next three big projects (deep breath) will be another hoodie from Vogue Knitting and a pair of mittens from the same issue. Vogue Knitting has notoriously difficult patterns, so I'm looking forward to the challenge.
The real challenge will be the Faux Russian Stole from A Gathering of Lace. Pictures of someone else's project here.
Elizabeth, if you are reading this, keep an eye out for a package in the mail.
The headache is raging now. All for today.
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Let's All Sing the Doom Song
Let's just say it has been a really crappy three weeks. I don't really want to explain it, especially not in a public forum, but I feel I should at least explain my silence (and crankiness).
Anyway, I did get something in the mail that "brightened" my day:
That my friends, is a pig flashlight. It reminds me of something from Invader Zim (hence the title of today's blog) and made it giggle worthy x gazillion.
Some knitting projects to share:
Another Koolhaas by Jared Flood
A pair of Fetching by Cheryl Niamath
And Alamosa Mitts by Nanette Blanchard
I really enjoy the colors of the Alamosa Mitts. It was a happy surprise. And they fit...also a happy surprise.
Anyway, I did get something in the mail that "brightened" my day:
That my friends, is a pig flashlight. It reminds me of something from Invader Zim (hence the title of today's blog) and made it giggle worthy x gazillion.
Some knitting projects to share:
Another Koolhaas by Jared Flood
A pair of Fetching by Cheryl Niamath
And Alamosa Mitts by Nanette Blanchard
I really enjoy the colors of the Alamosa Mitts. It was a happy surprise. And they fit...also a happy surprise.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Leaving Again
As I have finally found the inspiration to return to the blog, it is only fitting that I will be going out of town (sans internet) for a week (Aug 9th-18th-ish). I hope Elizabeth is well prepared for my visit, with yarn stores to visit and piping hot fresh donuts.
Mmmm....donuts.
Anyway, I have finished several projects in my downtime, most of which I cannot show yet because they are Christmas gifts. Here are two, however, that I knitted for myself:
First, the Jaywalker socks by Grumperina:
Next, the Fake Isle Hat by Amy King
Finally, another pair of Dashing. These are actually a gift, but for my mom's friend, and I doubt she will ever see this.
That's all for the next two weeks I suppose. Later.
Mmmm....donuts.
Anyway, I have finished several projects in my downtime, most of which I cannot show yet because they are Christmas gifts. Here are two, however, that I knitted for myself:
First, the Jaywalker socks by Grumperina:
Next, the Fake Isle Hat by Amy King
Finally, another pair of Dashing. These are actually a gift, but for my mom's friend, and I doubt she will ever see this.
That's all for the next two weeks I suppose. Later.
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