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New Computer!

I just got a new computer to replace the computer Ive been using for the last 9 years! That was actually one of the items on my "make the wristlet pattern" task list. Seriously. I dont know i...

2 days ago

Helena Sweater - Bind Off Anxiety

I totally love knitting this sweater. The pattern is interesting yet simple. And even though its fingering weight yarn, its a very quick knit. But Im getting a little tinge of nervousness ...... beca...

22 may 12

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, May 23rd from 5:30-8:30 at the Metreon Dining Terrace 135 Fourth Street (@ Mission) San Francisco. Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.*** visit this post to leave a com...

21 may 12

Maker Faire Crochet Fun

Ill be at Maker Faire in San Francisco this weekend. Im excited about my Craft Lounge presentation Simple Crochet Flowers Saturday from 4:00 - 5:00 PM. Woohoo! Bring your own crochet hook and yarn an...

16 may 12

Vacation Glow

I just got back from a road trip to Los Angeles. The last real vacation we took was 5 years ago and it was so good ... relaxing, renewing, centering, magical, delightful, brilliant ... to get away fr...

15 may 12

Knitting Outside

Its been nice enough to sit outside and do some knitting lately. One of my favorite things to do. Its extra nice that our building has a secluded back yard that no one but me ever uses. I can sit out...

10 may 12

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, May 9th from 5:30-8:30 at the Metreon Dining Terrace 135 Fourth Street (@ Mission) San Francisco. Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.This location seems to be working o...

07 may 12

Starling Handbag Pattern in French and German

I am so excited about being able to offer the Starling Handbag in French and German. The translations were done by two amazing people, Ambre and Laura, who volunteered their skills. Ive updated the S...

02 may 12

Helena Sweater - Longer and Wider

When I started my Helena, the first thing I needed to do was pick which size to make. Based on the bust measurement, I needed to make the small. I printed out the pattern and started circling everyth...

30 apr 12

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27 apr 12

Helena Sweater - Knit Kit

I bought this case to fit in my project bag and keep all my bits and pieces from getting tangled up in my yarn. Each project has its own set of must-have bits. Here is my knit knit for the Helena.( 1...

26 apr 12 1 person likes this

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, April 25th from 5:30-8:30 at the Metreon Dining Terrace 135 Fourth Street (@ Mission) San Francisco. Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.*** visit this post to leave a c...

23 apr 12

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20 apr 12

Helena Sweater - The Adventure Begins

The project Ive been working on the most lately is Hélène by Veronik Avery. How gorgeous is that sweater?I started mine around Thanksgiving, right before the purple stripe sweater. I had a burst of e...

19 apr 12

Feeling Chatty

Its been a while since we just talked, hasnt it? There are some things floating around in my head (and out here on the blog) and Id love to know what you think about them.Emails and CommentsI have be...

18 apr 12

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13 apr 12

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, April 11th from 5:30-8:30 at the Metreon Dining Terrace 135 Fourth Street (@ Mission) San Francisco. Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.This is a new place because the ...

09 apr 12

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06 apr 12

Teddy Bear Update 3 - All Done!

And Im done! Id made this a featured project in my notebook because I thought it might take me a bunch of time to complete, but it went so much faster than I anticipated. Im super happy that I got hi...

04 apr 12

Teddy Bear Update 2 - BearPod, The Emergence

Sewing together the teddy bear pieces went so quickly I didnt even think to take pictures. Since I crochet, knit, or hand sew most of the things I make, I forget how FAST making things with the sewin...

03 apr 12

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30 mar 12

Teddy Bear Update 1 - Cutting Out The Pieces

I have a friend that really loves my teddy bear. So much so that I decided to surprise them with one of their own.I looked at the fabric store for teddy bear patterns, thinking It would be easy to fi...

29 mar 12 1 person likes this

Purple Stripe Sweater - Update 9: Button Closure

I think Ive finally reached the end of things to say about this sweater ... haha!First, I want to marvel at the fact that I had this amazing wooden button in my stash. It matches the mid-purple perfe...

27 mar 12

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, March 28th from 5:00-7:00 at ING Cafe at 101 Post Street, San Francisco (at Kearny). Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.p.s. I cant make it this week, but Im sure theyl...

26 mar 12

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23 mar 12

Purple Stripe Sweater - Update 8: Project Notes

Paige emailed and asked me how I keep notes about my projects - specifically about modifications I make to patterns. I thought Id share my answer with you, too.The first little chart I made was this ...

21 mar 12

Purple Stripe Sweater - Update 7: Finished Sweater

Ta da!It was a beautiful sunny day yesterday ... freezing, but beautiful. I have my coat and scarf at my feet in these photos. Im sure everyone else at the park thought I was nuts. :)You can see in t...

19 mar 12

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16 mar 12

Doll Face Surgery

Theres another crafty woman at my workplace, but she doesnt do the yarn arts. I like to show off my projects to her because, as a fellow crafter, she understands how much work can go into a project. ...

13 mar 12

Crafting In Public

Wednesday, March 14th from 5:00-7:00 at ING Cafe at 101 Post Street, San Francisco (at Kearny). Everyone welcome! Bring a project and hang out with us.*** visit this post to leave a comment or share ...

12 mar 12

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