This is the third installment in my series on exotic teas of the Far East. If you recall, I discovered the rich and savory delight of dragon well green tea while in China. Ive since found...
Growing up in Central California I have always been surrounded by oak trees. They are ubiquitous in that region and where I live now in Southern California. If its not Californias state tree, then I ...
Topanga is known for its crows, rattlesnakes, and coyotes. But there are a few other forms of wildlife including mountain lions (rare) and owls. Most nights I can hear an owl hooting in t...
I have to admit that fancy occasions are always a little awkward for me because I dont enjoy getting dressed up and never know what to wear. Luckily for me Ive discovered that wearing a fancy w...
A hot breakfast on the weekend is a luxurious way to ease into the day. If I had my druthers I would begin every day this way. But during the work week Im dashing about and cant relax and...
I really love the big cozy oversized cowls so popular this winter. And I was all set to make myself one....until this winter turned into the "winter that wasnt." A big nonevent. No rain, no d...
Over the past few years Ive knit a fair number of shoulder shawlettes which have their place and are very popular for good reason, including a delightful instant gratification factor. But for ...
It is with great pleasure that Im sharing my mothers recipe for English Sherry Trifle. This is one of my favorite desserts and is relatively simple to make. It is an authentic English rec...
My first post of the year was a handspun project so it is only fitting that my last post this year is also using handspun. Curious because prior to this year I had never knit anything using han...
A trip to Florence street in Sebastopol, California that is! This Thanksgiving we were fortunate to visit Steves family who live in this quirky little town in Northern California and whilst the...
At this time of year our thoughts turn toward the holidays and I find it helpful to have a few quick and easy gift ideas and reliable recipes to make the season a little less stressful. To disp...
I chose to knit the shawl that Im wearing because it reminds me of the American Southwest and its gorgeous sunsets and the clothing inspired by that region. The Southwest is a beautiful part of...
Some of the ways that Knitters alleviate the boredom of the long Summer months is to join a Swap, a Mystery KAL, or a Yarn Club. This Summer I did all three. What can I say? Im a jo...
We are having a spectacular Fall in Southern California with glorious cloud formations billowing high in the sky whilst fog seeps up from the valleys and ocean below. This morning I am happy to...
Im back! Im back! What? No one noticed I was away? Gee whiz. I thought you might like to know that Ive been through a bout of poison oak (severe), a late summer heatwave, out ...
I had intended this post to feature a Fall knit. However a severe case of poison oak has made the very thought of touching wool abhorrent. Instead, at the request of my sister, Im going t...
Here he is! A sweet bear, naked as a the day is long. The toy that I promised Steve long ago.A little background about Steve and why this toy was important to him. Steve was something of ...
Sometimes when people think of wearing shawls they are uncomfortable with the notion. How would I wear it? It would make me look old, wouldnt it? Is wearing a triangle pointed at my rear end really a...
Some people lose interest in knitting during the Summer months when the days are sweltering hot, humid, and sticky and the heat is oppressive. But not me. I knit year round regardless of ...
You mustnt think that Im not aware I have a fixation on an earlier period in time. Many of my projects reflect that fascination. I particularly like projects that bring alive clothing items worn in...
Its hard not to have a great day when wearing hand knit socks that give your feet unparalleled warmth, comfort and pizazz! But it never hurts to be told to have a great day either. San Clemente...
This little bunny is made with my own handmade felt. I made it without any knitting and virtually no sewing! To make felt you simply lay out an interlocking pattern of merino wool and agi...
As a child I was brought up on a steady diet of nursery rhymes and stories of magical creatures. As a result I have had a life long love affair with all things fairy. This shawlette is da...
One of my favorite things about Spring is the sound of birds chirping to greet the day.Every morning Simcha and I take a long hike in the beautiful Santa Monica mountains where I allow him to run off...
When Hilary (The Yarniad) announced she was having her first baby I was so happy for her I just had to knit the baby a sweater. And in the process of knitting the sweater I thought about the th...
I am finding it difficult to write this post in the wake of the crisis in Japan and so many around the world facing difficult times. A sobering reminder that all things can be swept away by the...
I made this Woodland Flower Powder Puff simply because it makes me smile. That and I actually use dusting powder. But why did I really make it as I can obviously get along just fine witho...
This sweater is nothing extraordinary. Just a comfort knit. The equivalent of mashed potatoes and a warm hug. But wearing it at home lounging about with nothing to do is sublime aft...
I call this my Lumber Jack Shawl because thats the name of the colorway and because it suits the personality of this shawl so well. Something I would know because I have a history with lumber jacks h...
I always have knitting to share but occasionally I like to mix it up with a recipe or other fiber related craft. In this post Im sharing a recipe that is special not only because it is an authe...
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