Sarah’s birthday was on St. Patrick’s Day, and I made a scarf for her – a simple little piece with a fabulously colorful yarn. The Typha scarf is supposed to be about 2-times this s...
Not only am I thrilled that you still read this blog, but you actually take the time to write heart-warming notes too. Many thanks. As noted earlier, this mild winter was not as full of knits as prev...
*rubs eyes* Since this blog has been dormant for the entirety of the winter season (as mild as it was), I guess I can say that it was hibernating… and now that the VERNAL EQUINOX is here, she w...
I’ve read a lot of books this year. With an unemployment period spanning nearly 8 months (*sigh*), I have found a lot of companionship in between the pages, and the Kindle buttons. Books and re...
After writing a post a few weeks ago about my plans for winter sweaters, I went and completely changed my mind about one of them. I decided to go with a completely different pattern for this year...
Over the last few Fridays, I have participated in the Twitter project #FriFotos (if you are not familiar with hashtags, basically it is a mechanism to sort and display every bit of information that i...
It is official – another addition to the National Knit a Sweater Month archives – I think this is my 5th one? – of sweaters knit within the month of November. I didn’t challen...
Had it not been for Twitter and someone’s small mention of the Maryland Alpaca Festival this weekend… well, I wouldn’t have been able to see these precious faces! The huge Maryland...
Making plans for winter sweaters is the highlight of my knitting year. With a million pattern choices (and a growing number of great ones everyday) it takes times to find the ones that you really wan...
The Rights of the Reader by Daniel Pennac My rating: 5 of 5 stars This book is a gem. Something that any reader will hold close to their heart. The essays are translated from the original French work...
You may remember my NaKniSweMo forays of the past (National Knit a Sweater Month) – I have participated a few times in the last few years, always able to come in right under the deadline of Nov...
Two weeks ago, I picked up some chestnuts at the farmers’ market. October marks the beginning of the season (which usually runs through December or January) so if you want fresh ones, now is t...
When a chair this inviting comes into your life, you just have to rock with it. Little back story: If you follow me on Twitter or Pinterest, you probably know that I have a thing for modern design. ...
Many thanks to all who entered my little contest for The Knitter’s Book of Socks! I enjoyed reading the comments and seeing the variety of responses. The winner of this contest is Judy from Ve...
Seems that I got a bit out of order in chronology of my posts. Here I am telling you about the things that I just finished knitting, but I didn’t tell you WHERE I was knitting them… so, ...
Many thanks to Potter Craft for sending this copy of the newly released The Knitter’s Book of Socks by Clara Parkes! The release of the book coincided perfectly with Socktoberfest this year. I...
The allure of Jess Hutchinson’s knit toy designs (Rav link) is that they are simple, yet so cute. Take Squarey for instance: Two 12 x 12 squares, sewn together with arms and legs, eyes and mou...
The most exciting thing about my parents’ move to eastern Pennsylvania is that when I visit them, there are so many new places to explore. Mom told me several times “You are going to lov...
Only one more week in this year’s Socktoberfest! Do you have some last minute knits that you are working on? Unlike the last two years, I actually was able to finish something – TWO thin...
Seven years of Socktoberfest! I can hardly believe that this experiment of a nascent sock knitter has lasted this long and grown into such a fun annual event. Are you planning to cast on for some so...
My book to knit ratio is pretty low… this summer has truly been a summer of reading. I have some more time on my hands (still job searching…) and I am filling my time with job application...
Living in this area for 14 years, I have compiled a list of top daytrip destinations. The #1 seed on that list has always been Charlottesville, Virginia, and more particularly, Thomas Jefferson̵...
Before the earthquake, before the hurricane, and before the deluge that fell upon the mid-Atlantic over the past few weeks, there was a quiet mild weekend that we went for a photo walk… We took...
Another finished adult-sized garment for the year. Grand total of 2. Hmmm, need to up the ante. This cardigan, Jingu from Berroco #308 collection (Ravelry notebook link), was a simple knit with a f...
Roxy Paine “Graft” – National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Sol LeWitt “Four-Sided Pyramid” – National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden Blue skies over Washington...
While the idea of thick wool fingerless gloves may not be the most appealing in the heat and humidity of a Maryland summer, it is all about thinking ahead! My sister Maryn is moving from California ...
Even as the temperatures rise, my knitting has really picked up. I have some more time on my hands nowadays, and with the news of a new niece on the way, I have become inspired to knit all of the th...
Slouchy Gauntlets in Dream in Color Classy “Happy Forest” colorway Have you ever had a ball of yarn that is so great, yet, each time you cast on with it, something goes wrong? That was t...
+ + a few other ingredients, leaves you with Asparagus Tarragon “Quiche” (because it is eggless – navy beans and walnuts make the creamy filling along with the veggies!) Care for a ...
Project Spectrum’s focus shifts to GREEN this June – and what a perfect time to do so. Over the weekend, I went through some of my photographs from last year’s trip to Alaska. We ...
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