I admit, I've been a very bad blogger. Abandoning it and you for 4 months. I'm sorry (rips back 4 perfectly good complicated rows of knitting as punishment).
Things have been busy here. First of all tackling computer issues. One dies and then had to get the other running. Then came my roommate having major surgery. Then moving into a 2 bedroom apartment using a car. No truck, no U-haul, just a car. Thankfully it was to the next building. That took a week. Yes a week to move my roommates apartment and get all my stuff out of storage. Oh and the 4 cats.
Once that all got settled, it was time for all the meetings to heat up. Our meetings are like alphabet soup. KTP, CTN/MRO, CAB, NAMI, SnB. Then one of those has 2 other meetings and one other has another meeting. I've also been appointed Vice president of one.
All through this though I've been knitting away. I don't have pics though because this comp doesn't cooperate with pics that well.
That's all for now. Next post will be more knitting less other stuff.
Monday, June 23, 2008
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Yarn Fumes
The LYS was having a SALE and trunk show last weekend, and I got to hit it. YES!!! I got $80.00 worth of yarn for $40.00. It wasw completely awesome. Yarn pr0n will be coming withing a week. It was 8 skeins of yarn though.
I even got to educate my roommate too. She's had an interesting few months. From learning various knitting language "Frogged," to "The Yarn just doesn't want to be that," to who knows what inbetween. As a result, it did not surprise her in the least when she picked up a skein that she liked (she's a non-knitter), asked me what it could be made in to, and I walked over to the closest employee and asked her "How can I make this come alive." To back up for a moment, I also fell in love with the yarn when my roommate showed it to me.
We have reached a stash containment issue though. I'll be back with pics soon.
I even got to educate my roommate too. She's had an interesting few months. From learning various knitting language "Frogged," to "The Yarn just doesn't want to be that," to who knows what inbetween. As a result, it did not surprise her in the least when she picked up a skein that she liked (she's a non-knitter), asked me what it could be made in to, and I walked over to the closest employee and asked her "How can I make this come alive." To back up for a moment, I also fell in love with the yarn when my roommate showed it to me.
We have reached a stash containment issue though. I'll be back with pics soon.
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
WIP Count
1.) Pair of socks
2.) Math Geek Scarf
3.) Mitered Square Afghan
4.) A baby blanket that you piece together. Pieces are like little kites.
2.) Math Geek Scarf
3.) Mitered Square Afghan
4.) A baby blanket that you piece together. Pieces are like little kites.
Amusing note to self for others to get a laugh out of
Note: When it comes to sock yarn (especially red Regia Galaxy), watch Jasmine (pictured below) like a hawk.
(Jasmine wearing a scarf made for my cousin)
I was knitting last night and cut one of the tails off the sock I was working on. The adorable little furball that thinks she is "Queen of the Roost" started playing with it. One second it's here, the next second it's gone. She ate the 2 or 3 feet of yarn. She's never, nor have the other 3 cats done that before. My roommate and I have never heard of it happening. What cat eats yarn?!?!?! Leave it to the Queen of out apartment.
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
I admit it....I've got Knitting on the brain
Yes I have come to the full realization of that today.
This afternoon I received the news that a friend of mine passed away. He helped me keep my sanity while we were both living in a place that was not for us with 3 others. He knew me at my worst.
I haven't seen him for a while. He went missing back in August, and was found last week in a field dead.
This is where knitting comes in. After the inital shock, I didn't want to go home. When my roommate asked me where I wanted to go, the first thing that came into mind was....a yarn shop, any yarn shop, just get me around yarn. I didn't tell her that, didn't want her to think I've lost it. She knows I'm nuts anyways. We went to a local store for a little while and then went home and I zoned out for the night.
THat confirmed it though that I've got knitting on the mind though. When I find out someone's died and all I want to do is go to a yarn store for comfort and solace. Only a knitter would get it.
Neil I'll miss you.
This afternoon I received the news that a friend of mine passed away. He helped me keep my sanity while we were both living in a place that was not for us with 3 others. He knew me at my worst.
I haven't seen him for a while. He went missing back in August, and was found last week in a field dead.
This is where knitting comes in. After the inital shock, I didn't want to go home. When my roommate asked me where I wanted to go, the first thing that came into mind was....a yarn shop, any yarn shop, just get me around yarn. I didn't tell her that, didn't want her to think I've lost it. She knows I'm nuts anyways. We went to a local store for a little while and then went home and I zoned out for the night.
THat confirmed it though that I've got knitting on the mind though. When I find out someone's died and all I want to do is go to a yarn store for comfort and solace. Only a knitter would get it.
Neil I'll miss you.
Friday, December 28, 2007
Christmas Update
I did get all the christmas knitting done. Didn't do the hats, but did get all the scarves done.
Monday, December 10, 2007
Will It Get Done?
Ahh the perpetual question for Christmas Knitting. Between finishing moving which got done on the 1st, trainings, talking to legislators, meetings, family, my birthday, Christmas parties, and all the usual Christmas stuff I'm trying to squeeze in 4 scarves and possibly 3 hats.
Will I get it done?? I'm starting to wonder big time. Two scarves are done. Two are under way. One on US 17s and one on US 10 1/2s . I sure hope I can get done. THe worst part is that during the trainings and meetings I CAN'T KNIT! I have to take notes. Gahhh. It's torture for this knitter in December to not let them knit while having them just sit. Ok, well pretty much any time, but especially in December. We'll see what happens in 15 days.
Will I get it done?? I'm starting to wonder big time. Two scarves are done. Two are under way. One on US 17s and one on US 10 1/2s . I sure hope I can get done. THe worst part is that during the trainings and meetings I CAN'T KNIT! I have to take notes. Gahhh. It's torture for this knitter in December to not let them knit while having them just sit. Ok, well pretty much any time, but especially in December. We'll see what happens in 15 days.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
And At Long Last....
Sheesh
What a past couple months. With moving preparations, meetings, a so called friend sabotaging a non-knitting project that I've put tons of effort into, family problems, and so much more I don't know how I'm still standing nevermind knittin. Of course all I can handle right about now are extremely simple knitting patterns. Basically no yo, ssk, or anything along those lines. Simple garter and stockinette with minimal shaping. I'm still knitting though, that's what matters.
I would have posted sooner, but my laptop has been kidnapped by my roommate to be. I installed a MahJong game on it and she's become addicted. Actually It's rather funny. I just have to get the computer away from her long enough to get here and post. I'm at the library now where there is no MahJong so I'm safe :P Well, gotta run. Almost out of time. I'll update you guys more later along with pics.
I would have posted sooner, but my laptop has been kidnapped by my roommate to be. I installed a MahJong game on it and she's become addicted. Actually It's rather funny. I just have to get the computer away from her long enough to get here and post. I'm at the library now where there is no MahJong so I'm safe :P Well, gotta run. Almost out of time. I'll update you guys more later along with pics.
Wednesday, October 31, 2007
It's Done!!!!
THE AFGHAN IS DONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Please pardon the caps above. I'm just excoted. It's my largest project to date size, yarn and time wise. I promise to post pics once I get the cable to upload them to my comp. It's really nice though.
Please pardon the caps above. I'm just excoted. It's my largest project to date size, yarn and time wise. I promise to post pics once I get the cable to upload them to my comp. It's really nice though.
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Knitting Away
I've been knitting away, somehow keeping projects straight. As long as my projects don't have a many row repeat I'm doing good. My meds are messing with my memory and attention span thanks to an adjustment in the meds. So if you give me more than 3-5 rows to a pattern depending on the complexity of the rows I'm done. As a result Cat's Paw scarf has been put into hibernation. It has just too many rows and too much in the rows going on.
The other scarves are getting along well.
I've gained a reputation at the local library also. When books come in from other libraries, the librarians automatically know that the books are for me. What, are there no other knitters in this town? If there are, where are they, and why don they use the library? Come to SnB too?
The other scarves are getting along well.
I've gained a reputation at the local library also. When books come in from other libraries, the librarians automatically know that the books are for me. What, are there no other knitters in this town? If there are, where are they, and why don they use the library? Come to SnB too?
Sunday, October 07, 2007
From Dishcloths to Scarves
Well, my dishcloth spree is over. For the time being at least. I've moved on to scarves. Right now I've got One going for my International Scarf Exchange Pal going. It' s going along quite well. I'm also doing 4 others for Christmas presents.
On The Needles:
Crazy Afghan
My So Called Scarf x2
Gypsy Rose Scarf
Cat's Paw Lace Scarf
On The Needles:
Crazy Afghan
My So Called Scarf x2
Gypsy Rose Scarf
Cat's Paw Lace Scarf
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Another Random Knitting Questionairre
I got this from Guilded Purls. Go here for a great explanation of a meme. On the one hand, it's a self-propogating piece of cultural information. On the other hand, it's all about ME-ME! Here's a knitting meme. You can copy the questions into a post and answer them -or as many as you feel comfortable answering- and then we'll know more about each other. If you reply in the comment field, everybody's answers will stay together in one thread. But if you don't, your answer will appear on the front page of the blog. Either way is fine by me.Without further ado:
1. Are you a yarn snob? Do you avoid Red Heart, Lion Brand, etc... or is it all the same to you? It's all the same to me as long as it's not eyelash
2. Do you spin? Crochet? Spin, yes...Crochet, no
3. How long have you been knitting? 2 years this month
4. What other crafts do you like to do? Spinning with a dropspindle, Draw, Paint, Bead, Make Staiend Glass, Fused Glass Jewelery (I even get to use Dichroic Glass), Paint pottery,
5. What are your favorite yarns to knit with? I love Cottons, Wools, other natural fibers, and LionBrand's Homespun,
6. What are your favorite needles to knit with? My KnitPicks Options Needles
7. What's your favorite knitting gadget? Hmmm....It's actually a book. "The Knitting Answer Book. Of Course Ravelry also.
8. What fibers do you absolutely NOT like? I'm not really too picky. I just don't like novelty yarns too much. I am probibited from working with yarns that have elastic in them due to a life threatening Latex Allergy. The same stands for Banana Silk/Fiber Yarn, but due to Tropical Fruits.
9. What are your favorite items to knit? I've been on a Dishcloth and Tribble spree of late.
10. What are you knitting right now? I'm working on an afghan, 2 scarves, 1 dishcloth, 1 shawl, and 1 sweater (actuallty it's kind of hibernating)
11. What do you think about ponchos? I've never knit one so I'm undecided. I used to hate them till I saw all the really good patterns. I knew a person that used to make these really ugly ones. That's before I saw all the really nice patterns.
12. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? It depends on where and what I'm working on
13. Are you a sock knitter? Toe-up, two at a time on Two circs usually. I learned via Queen Kahuna's Crazy Toes and Heels Book
14. How did you learn to knit? My Aunt (Stepmom's sister) taught me to cast-on and knit. My step-mom taught me tu purl. Everything else has been self taught.
15. What is -and how old is- your oldest UFO (unfinished Object)? An Irish Aran Sweater I started in January. I'm only 1/2 way up the back.
1. Are you a yarn snob? Do you avoid Red Heart, Lion Brand, etc... or is it all the same to you? It's all the same to me as long as it's not eyelash
2. Do you spin? Crochet? Spin, yes...Crochet, no
3. How long have you been knitting? 2 years this month
4. What other crafts do you like to do? Spinning with a dropspindle, Draw, Paint, Bead, Make Staiend Glass, Fused Glass Jewelery (I even get to use Dichroic Glass), Paint pottery,
5. What are your favorite yarns to knit with? I love Cottons, Wools, other natural fibers, and LionBrand's Homespun,
6. What are your favorite needles to knit with? My KnitPicks Options Needles
7. What's your favorite knitting gadget? Hmmm....It's actually a book. "The Knitting Answer Book. Of Course Ravelry also.
8. What fibers do you absolutely NOT like? I'm not really too picky. I just don't like novelty yarns too much. I am probibited from working with yarns that have elastic in them due to a life threatening Latex Allergy. The same stands for Banana Silk/Fiber Yarn, but due to Tropical Fruits.
9. What are your favorite items to knit? I've been on a Dishcloth and Tribble spree of late.
10. What are you knitting right now? I'm working on an afghan, 2 scarves, 1 dishcloth, 1 shawl, and 1 sweater (actuallty it's kind of hibernating)
11. What do you think about ponchos? I've never knit one so I'm undecided. I used to hate them till I saw all the really good patterns. I knew a person that used to make these really ugly ones. That's before I saw all the really nice patterns.
12. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? It depends on where and what I'm working on
13. Are you a sock knitter? Toe-up, two at a time on Two circs usually. I learned via Queen Kahuna's Crazy Toes and Heels Book
14. How did you learn to knit? My Aunt (Stepmom's sister) taught me to cast-on and knit. My step-mom taught me tu purl. Everything else has been self taught.
15. What is -and how old is- your oldest UFO (unfinished Object)? An Irish Aran Sweater I started in January. I'm only 1/2 way up the back.
Monday, September 24, 2007
Christmas Knitting
Yep, I'm starting that annual tradition already. I'm assembling my Christmas knitting list. Thankfully some projects have been started already. So far I have decided to knit for:
Mom (Debbie Bio-Mom) Nubbins Dishcloth & tribble
Paulie (Mom's SO) Hat and fingerless mittens
Nanny - Feather & Fan Dishcloth & Tribble
Pop-Pop Gifted Mittens and Hat
Aunt Donna Bamboo Dishloth & Tribble
Ashley (Cousin) Purl Scarf
Lesley (Cousin) 2 toned ruched scarf
Dave (Aunt's SO)
Robbyn (Friend) Afghan (formerly dad's) 4 corners dishcloth & tribble in case dad and i are talking again back up gift would be........... so dad could get afghan.
Laura Behan Hobnail Dishcloth & Tribble
In limbo
Diane (Friend) do have dishcloth could give to
No longer speaking with. may make something small and quick if have time just in case
Mom (Nancy Step-mom) - Socks have been started
Dad - THat afghan was for him...now going to Robbyn
Kelley (Step-Sister)
Aunt Shelley
Uncle Herbie
Aunt Beau
Mom (Debbie Bio-Mom) Nubbins Dishcloth & tribble
Paulie (Mom's SO) Hat and fingerless mittens
Nanny - Feather & Fan Dishcloth & Tribble
Pop-Pop Gifted Mittens and Hat
Aunt Donna Bamboo Dishloth & Tribble
Ashley (Cousin) Purl Scarf
Lesley (Cousin) 2 toned ruched scarf
Dave (Aunt's SO)
Robbyn (Friend) Afghan (formerly dad's) 4 corners dishcloth & tribble in case dad and i are talking again back up gift would be........... so dad could get afghan.
Laura Behan Hobnail Dishcloth & Tribble
In limbo
Diane (Friend) do have dishcloth could give to
No longer speaking with. may make something small and quick if have time just in case
Mom (Nancy Step-mom) - Socks have been started
Dad - THat afghan was for him...now going to Robbyn
Kelley (Step-Sister)
Aunt Shelley
Uncle Herbie
Aunt Beau
Sunday, September 23, 2007
Updated from 5/13
I snagged this off another blog and thought it looked fun.Mark with bold the things you have ever knit, with italics the ones you plan to do sometime, and leave the rest.
Afghan
I-cord
Garter stitch
Knitting with metal wire
Shawl
Stockinette stitch
Socks: top-down
Socks: toe-up
Knitting with camel yarn
Mittens: Cuff-up
Mittens: Tip-down
Hat
Knitting with silk - silk blend
Moebius band knitting
Participating in a KAL
Sweater
Drop stitch patterns
Slip stitch patterns
Knitting with banana fiber yarn ------------Will never happen due to allergy
Domino knitting (=modular knitting)
Twisted stitch patterns
Knitting with bamboo yarn
Two end knitting
Charity knitting
Knitting with soy yarn
CardiganToy/doll clothing
Knitting with circular needles
Baby items
Knitting with your own handspun yarn
Slippers
Continental knitting
Designing knitted garments
Cable stitch patterns (incl. Aran)
Lace patterns
Rug
Knitting on a loom
Thrummed knitting
Knitting a gift
Knitting for pets
Shrug/bolero/poncho
Knitting with dog/cat hair
Hair accessories
Knitting in public
Publishing a knitting book
Scarf
Teaching a child to knit
Knitting to make money
Button holes
Knitting with alpaca
Fair Isle knitting
Norwegian knitting
Dying with plant colours
Knitting items for a wedding
Olympic knitting
Knitting with dpns
Holiday related knitting
Teaching a male how to knit
Bobbles
Knitting for a living
Knitting with cotton
Knitting smocking
Dying yarn
Steeks
Knitting art
Fulling/felting
Knitting with wool
Textured knitting
Kitchener BO
Purses/bags
Knitting with beads
Swatching
Long Tail CO
Entrelac
Knitting and purling backwards
Machine knitting
Stuffed toys
Baby items
Knitting with cashmere
Darning
Jewelry
Knitting with synthetic yarn
Writing a pattern
Gloves
Intarsia
Knitting with linen
Knitting for preemies
Tubular CO
Freeform knitting
Short rows
Cuffs/fingerless mits/armwarmers
Pillows
Knitting with recycled/secondhand yarn
Knitting with someone else’s handspun yarn
Knitting two socks on two circulars simultaneously
Knitting with self patterning/self striping/variegating yarn
Knitting a pattern from an online knitting magazine
American/English knitting (as opposed to continental)
Graffiti knitting (knitting items on, or to be left on the street)
Household items (dishcloths, washcloths, tea cosies…)
Knitting socks (or other small tubular items)on two circulars
Afghan
I-cord
Garter stitch
Knitting with metal wire
Shawl
Stockinette stitch
Socks: top-down
Socks: toe-up
Knitting with camel yarn
Mittens: Cuff-up
Mittens: Tip-down
Hat
Knitting with silk - silk blend
Moebius band knitting
Participating in a KAL
Sweater
Drop stitch patterns
Slip stitch patterns
Knitting with banana fiber yarn ------------Will never happen due to allergy
Domino knitting (=modular knitting)
Twisted stitch patterns
Knitting with bamboo yarn
Two end knitting
Charity knitting
Knitting with soy yarn
CardiganToy/doll clothing
Knitting with circular needles
Baby items
Knitting with your own handspun yarn
Slippers
Continental knitting
Designing knitted garments
Cable stitch patterns (incl. Aran)
Lace patterns
Rug
Knitting on a loom
Thrummed knitting
Knitting a gift
Knitting for pets
Shrug/bolero/poncho
Knitting with dog/cat hair
Hair accessories
Knitting in public
Publishing a knitting book
Scarf
Teaching a child to knit
Knitting to make money
Button holes
Knitting with alpaca
Fair Isle knitting
Norwegian knitting
Dying with plant colours
Knitting items for a wedding
Olympic knitting
Knitting with dpns
Holiday related knitting
Teaching a male how to knit
Bobbles
Knitting for a living
Knitting with cotton
Knitting smocking
Dying yarn
Steeks
Knitting art
Fulling/felting
Knitting with wool
Textured knitting
Kitchener BO
Purses/bags
Knitting with beads
Swatching
Long Tail CO
Entrelac
Knitting and purling backwards
Machine knitting
Stuffed toys
Baby items
Knitting with cashmere
Darning
Jewelry
Knitting with synthetic yarn
Writing a pattern
Gloves
Intarsia
Knitting with linen
Knitting for preemies
Tubular CO
Freeform knitting
Short rows
Cuffs/fingerless mits/armwarmers
Pillows
Knitting with recycled/secondhand yarn
Knitting with someone else’s handspun yarn
Knitting two socks on two circulars simultaneously
Knitting with self patterning/self striping/variegating yarn
Knitting a pattern from an online knitting magazine
American/English knitting (as opposed to continental)
Graffiti knitting (knitting items on, or to be left on the street)
Household items (dishcloths, washcloths, tea cosies…)
Knitting socks (or other small tubular items)on two circulars
Knitting Meme
What is your all time favorite yarn to knit with?
I love working with Lion Brand HomeSpun. I can't choose just one yarn. I love Noro, Irish Aran, Lopi, and Regia
Your favorite needles?
KnitPicks Options needles. I got the kit for Christmas Last year and I use them whenever I can. I do have to add to the kit when I have more money though.
The worst thing you've ever knit?
I was trying to make the Spiderweb Capelet in one of the Stitch N Bitch books. I misunderstood one of the instructions. The capelet came out huge. I had to fold it in half and then it still wrapped arund me fully (yes I swatched).
Your most favorite knit pattern?
I'd have to say Branching Out from Knitty. I may have knit it only 2 timed, but it was so much fun both times.
Most valuable knitting technique?
Knitting 2 socks on 2 circulars.
Best knit book or magazine?
Queen Kahuna's Crazy Toes and Heels. It's a self published book. Without it, I would have never figured out socks.
Your favourite knit-a-long?
I'd have to say the Stashalong. So many cool projects come out of it. You never know what someone is going to make.
Your favourite knitblogs?
I visit several blogs. The Yarn Harlot and my friends blogs are just 2 of many.
Your favourite knitwear designer?
Oddly enough, I dont pay tons of attention to designers. I'm bad with names so i't probably why.
The knit item you wear the most? (how about a picture of it!)
My first pair of socks that I made.
I love working with Lion Brand HomeSpun. I can't choose just one yarn. I love Noro, Irish Aran, Lopi, and Regia
Your favorite needles?
KnitPicks Options needles. I got the kit for Christmas Last year and I use them whenever I can. I do have to add to the kit when I have more money though.
The worst thing you've ever knit?
I was trying to make the Spiderweb Capelet in one of the Stitch N Bitch books. I misunderstood one of the instructions. The capelet came out huge. I had to fold it in half and then it still wrapped arund me fully (yes I swatched).
Your most favorite knit pattern?
I'd have to say Branching Out from Knitty. I may have knit it only 2 timed, but it was so much fun both times.
Most valuable knitting technique?
Knitting 2 socks on 2 circulars.
Best knit book or magazine?
Queen Kahuna's Crazy Toes and Heels. It's a self published book. Without it, I would have never figured out socks.
Your favourite knit-a-long?
I'd have to say the Stashalong. So many cool projects come out of it. You never know what someone is going to make.
Your favourite knitblogs?
I visit several blogs. The Yarn Harlot and my friends blogs are just 2 of many.
Your favourite knitwear designer?
Oddly enough, I dont pay tons of attention to designers. I'm bad with names so i't probably why.
The knit item you wear the most? (how about a picture of it!)
My first pair of socks that I made.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Yay!!!
I've got phone back. It's been a rough week and I'm not talking about the phone. When I find the links and have time tonight I'll tell the whole story.
I've casted on more new projects. Must get some done. One good thing that came out of no phone.....knitting stuff is now organized!
I've casted on more new projects. Must get some done. One good thing that came out of no phone.....knitting stuff is now organized!
Thursday, September 13, 2007
Gahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
My phone is out of order. I forgot to pay the bill. Wrote the checks and all, but forgot to send them in. Oops! I'm ok. Don't know if I'll make it to SnB this weekend as I might be handling family obligations. If I don't make it this weekend I'll try to get there Wednesday. I'm going to start having SNB withdrawls soon since I go weekly but family and Petition things ahve kept me away. :P I'll try to get to the library as much as possible to check in.
On the bright side I'm getting more knitting done to relieve my stress.
On the bright side I'm getting more knitting done to relieve my stress.
Labels:
Family,
Life,
Petition,
Self-Injury Awareness Day,
SnB
Monday, September 10, 2007
Back and Forth I Go
It's been one hectic month in my non-knitting life. Hence it being so long since an update.
I've been on a dishcloth spree. Off the top of my head I can remember making 5 and 2 more in progress. I'm planning on making a bunch more for Christmas gifts. They'll also have Tribbles with them too.
I'm working on the afghan. Dad has decided he doesn't want it 8' long anymore. It's long enough where it is he said! YAY! thing is now i have to even the working edge off and fill in a few holes. THat's ok. I can deal with that. It also frees me up to start on other Christmas gifts. Eventually I'll get back to my sweater. Pics coming by the end of the week of afghan and dishcloths.
I've been on a dishcloth spree. Off the top of my head I can remember making 5 and 2 more in progress. I'm planning on making a bunch more for Christmas gifts. They'll also have Tribbles with them too.
I'm working on the afghan. Dad has decided he doesn't want it 8' long anymore. It's long enough where it is he said! YAY! thing is now i have to even the working edge off and fill in a few holes. THat's ok. I can deal with that. It also frees me up to start on other Christmas gifts. Eventually I'll get back to my sweater. Pics coming by the end of the week of afghan and dishcloths.
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