tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52778992011-07-30T08:42:34.715-04:00Can't we all just knit along?Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.comBlogger1581100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-72532576957956957262010-10-03T17:27:00.010-04:002010-10-03T18:10:05.482-04:00

It's so crispy in Philadelphia! I love this time of year.I've made some progress on a vest for my soon to be 2(!) year old.I've used my ASU handspun(seen in my last post) and some dark brown alpaca. I really need to sew up the sides and do the arm holes an neck ribbing. It's been sitting in a bag, so close to being finished, for a month. Tisk tisk. I've knit socks from the Basan yarn (also in the

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-65399928425582502972010-07-14T23:19:00.005-04:002010-07-14T23:51:16.563-04:00

Yo!Here are a few (a very few) finished object photos:This is "A Somewhat Seussish Trout" from the ASU spin along on Ravelry. It's Polwarth, which is a new fiber for me. I spun my 4 oz. into a worsted weight chain ply. Super cushy yarn!This is half of my Basan Sheep to Shoe Kit from BMFA spun into a 3 ply fingering weight. I must note that this fiber was the smoothest SW Merino I've ever spun.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-26608762559252266372010-06-03T14:37:00.005-04:002010-06-03T14:56:54.075-04:00

This post will have a little bit of a theme.I just finished my Citron from Knitty. I used the laceweight that I spun from the Allspunup April/May Spin along BFL/ Silk roving. The roving is named "Ice Cave", but I really think of deep blue ocean water when I look at it. Therefore, I've named my project The Seascape Shawl.We have been to the zoo and the beach several times, as of late. Griff needs

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-87653288527318130442010-05-13T12:13:00.013-04:002010-05-13T12:55:16.616-04:00

...I check in.Between Facebook, Ravelry and my energetic son, I don't really think about my blog anymore. I'm going to stop in periodically, and will keep it, but things will just be slow around here. You know, like they have been. :)My son is 19 months old and huge and a big fan of mud. He's into all the things that boys tend to be into and has a wonderful sense of humor. I'm a lucky Ma Ma!I've

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-53161694223918992952009-08-21T23:30:00.015-04:002009-08-21T23:55:12.572-04:00

Hello! The baby is officially ours and is 10 months old now.I don't know if you can tell, but he's HUGE. People aren't asking if they can hold him as much, and I'm guessing it's because he looks like back pain waiting to happen. He's a sweet and happy kid and we're even happier parents.I don't get much knitting done, but I've done a little.Knit for me from Red Heart and Sole.I finished these

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-43029447301605649812009-03-12T23:22:00.001-04:002009-03-12T23:51:38.391-04:00

Life is good! Here's The Griff in his new sweater. This is the Kai pattern from Natural Knits for Babies and Moms. The yarn was a "kitchen cotton" kind of thing from good 'ol WalMart. I have half a cone left! I washed the yarn and put it in the dryer to preshrink it and to soften it a little. It's really not too bad!Ive started Brigit socks in DIC Smooshy.I've been working on the Vintage Velvet

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-47285998081622862692008-12-24T20:05:00.002-05:002008-12-24T20:17:32.257-05:00

Yay! He's still here! I'm sorry if I left any one hanging. He will be 11 weeks old on Saturday. Only 5 more until we can really breathe!Oh yeah, and he's awesome!I've knit some gifts. Apple Sweaters for the girls at work...A Leaf Cravat(from an old Interweave Knits)for a wonderful friend......and a few things I can't post here.I hope everyone fully enjoys and appreciates their holiday(whatever

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-20246150340681419492008-11-12T20:16:00.003-05:002008-11-12T20:30:00.783-05:00

This is Griffin. On Friday he should be one step closer to being mine(and I'll share him with my husband, I guess). He was born on October 11th and he was placed in our arms moments after he was born. The Birth Mom (who is a very sweet person)signs over her rights on Friday. Then we wait 4 months for the Birth Dad(who is officially unknown)to show up. If he doesn't, we finalize it and Griffin is

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-83473883348128706292008-09-30T01:02:00.004-04:002008-09-30T01:25:09.674-04:00

Well, the neighbors have a brand spankin' new baby. It's always amazing to me that all humans start out so small. Anyhow, new babies mean gift knitting! I made a blanket.This is no wimpy, thin, sportweight baby blanket. It's worsted, which makes it cushy and a little weighty. Perfect because winter is right around the corner. I used Caron Simply Soft Paints and Louisa Harding's pattern from

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-54506383579161735512008-09-03T21:59:00.003-04:002008-09-03T22:21:57.172-04:00

I've finished 2 more projects.I put some buttons on the Mossy Jacket in Moda Dea Vision. I really like the look of shell buttons. They sort of "class up" any garment. I got these from an old jacket, so I've been all "green" and recycled something. Yay!Here are the finished Leafy Lace socks photographed on a piece of fabric my husband brought home from Africa.This was a great pattern! Everything

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-84637524004750990602008-08-24T21:08:00.004-04:002008-08-24T22:19:00.225-04:00

I thought I needed to specify, you know with everyone on stay-cations. We were in Florida for 2 weeks! We even got to out run Fay!!!! Wheee!While I was there, I soaked up some sun and knit some baby stuff!This is a little raglan turtleneck knit in the round from Patons "Grace".Thia is another Oz vest knit in NaturallyCaron.com "Country".These are some tiny baby socks I knit from leftovers of Opal

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-62154995672485788512008-08-05T19:44:00.002-04:002008-08-05T20:14:01.376-04:00

Yep. The Mac is dead again. That's twice in less than one year, people.I can't even look at the Mac.I'm currently using my husband's laptop(a PC), so I don't have the access that I used to. Also, my camera and the PC don't get along so I have a hard time with photos right now. That being said, I have some photos!This is the Oz vest from Natural Knits for Babies and Moms. I used Cotton Comfort

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-56900202678029914272008-07-15T19:06:00.002-04:002008-07-15T19:21:05.364-04:00

Sorry. It's tough coming up with catchy titles, you know?It softened up a bunch after washing. The pattern is the Basketweave Blanket from Knitting for Baby. The yarn is "Bermuda Green" Cotton Chenille from The Chenille Shack on eBay. Good prices and gorgeous yarn. I adore this color.Now, I'll go back to finish the Bee Sweet Socks I've been avoiding.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-43296441575953955042008-07-14T22:23:00.003-04:002008-07-14T22:59:31.346-04:00

I have been working a retail job to make money for the adoption. It's supposed to be "part time" but that is a very abstract term in my particular retail establishment.I have done some knitting, though.From the book Knitting for Baby and knit in Moda Dea Washable Wool. Very soft.The little hat above is also from Knitting for Baby and the vest is Pebble by Nikol Lohr. Both are knit in Wool Ease. I

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-71614564979871712602008-06-20T18:50:00.004-04:002008-06-20T19:12:08.932-04:00

I'm not dead. I'm designing a pair of socks for Ravelry's Sock Knitters Anonymous June Sockdown project. They're taking forever. Everything has to be just right, you see (My husband claims this is one of my less endearing traits. What?). So I knit, then I frog. Then I knit, and then I frog. Finally, I'm nearing the toe and I'm satisfied with the design. That means pictures!"Pay no attention to

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-10601366687414321062008-06-02T13:35:00.002-04:002008-06-02T13:47:10.216-04:00

I love Jack Sparrow, but I'm sure that if he did own a pair of socks, they would be really smelly. You know with all of the sea water and stuff. Anyhow, I have some new favorites:These are the Jack Sparrow's Favorite Socks knit in Knit Picks Risata. If you haven't tried this yarn, and aren't a fan of "cotton" sock yarns, you're missing out. It makes awesomely cushy socks that wash and wear very

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-13334764742408498472008-06-01T16:13:00.003-04:002008-06-01T16:22:54.487-04:00

I finally finished the Myrtle Leaf Shawl from VLT. I kept putting it down for other stuff, but it really isn't a difficult knit. I used Knit Picks Shadow in Oregon Coast(I love this yarn) and 6US needles. I will never get over how lace transforms once you block it.I also had a fuzzy little visitor in the yard.I was hoping it would stay, but the neighbors kids make me wanna run away, so...

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-15711733989812083982008-05-16T14:07:00.002-04:002008-05-16T14:15:55.799-04:00

Here are a few beauties that have reaped the benefits of our rainy Philadelphia spring.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-18254635341946251972008-05-12T19:28:00.004-04:002008-05-12T20:48:11.236-04:00

I'm working on Jack Sparrow's Favorite Socks in Knit Picks Risata. Love the pattern. Love the yarn. This Risata stuff rocks!I have finished one, and have yet to cast on another. I told myself that I had to finish The Myrtle Leaf Shawl before I picked up anything else. I have 4 chart repeats to go, and then the border. Not so bad! Yep.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-7623940608273238352008-05-03T16:30:00.003-04:002008-05-03T16:37:58.431-04:00

So, I've been working on several projects at once and, when I do this, I always feel like I'm not getting anything done. Finally something is finished.The Maple Leaf Socks from Jeanie Townsend in CTH Supersock "Java" are done! They are a comfortable fit and I know I'll wear them constantly in the Fall.Now I need to go knit!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-39098926813850090102008-04-19T00:35:00.007-04:002008-11-13T01:16:14.223-05:00

Have you ever seen someone you know do something unbelievable, and luckily they didn't notice you were there? Well, here's a strange little story... (This has nothing to do with knitting, by the way. I'm going to tell the story here on my little blog, because to tell anyone in my neighborhood would be mean and gossipy. This way no one gets hurt and I get to tell the story) Okay. There is

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-25145467874728295972008-04-05T12:49:00.006-04:002008-04-05T14:03:28.070-04:00

Did you ever see a yarn that you loved and couldn't have? Either it was discontinued, or won't ship to your country, or is insanely popular? There was such a skein of yarn that was forever eluding me. I admit that I would stalk it. I'd stay up until all hours of the night because it had been hinted, via 3rd party, that it would be listed for sale that evening. I had even saved up and put aside

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-21212685964570673082008-03-27T12:43:00.003-04:002008-03-27T13:04:16.724-04:00

I just wanted to do a quick post for the finished Broken Cable Rib socks.This pattern seemed to work up quickly and the results look masterful with very little effort! On the feet, the socks are soft and snuggly. They're going to be perfect for cold, damp days. I love them!I don't know if you can see it, but the yarn did an unusual thing. The second sock has many more "red spots" than the first

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-41162164941037409332008-03-21T15:39:00.002-04:002008-03-21T15:49:30.841-04:00

See!My husband got these for me a few days ago. I didn't know that tulips could smell so wonderful!I have made some progress on the Broken Cable Rib Socks.These have a very nice fit due to all of the ribbing. I just might knit another pair of these one day. Maybe I'll even knit them for someone else. You never know!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-56327085125780123322008-03-16T16:11:00.002-04:002008-03-16T16:26:30.193-04:00

Lookie!I got them for my husband's Easter basket, but I thought they'd be so cute for knitters! I, of course, love the black sheep the best. I wonder if they all taste the same...I've started work on the Broken Cable Rib sock by Ann Budd. The yarn is Socks That Rock in Mustang Sally. Here's the cuff in progress.The color makes me thirsty for Sangria.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-53984558141450791242008-03-11T15:20:00.003-04:002008-03-11T15:37:51.590-04:00

My beautiful niece is turning 2 this week, so I had to make something good. I was going to knit a little shrug, but I was worried about the size. Then I thought, "Why not knit a toy?". I would want a toy! So I did!You just can't beat a purple bunny in a Tu-tu! The pattern is from a Debbie Bliss book and the yarn is plain old acrylic baby yarn from my stash. I really think I need one too!I

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-1598424573566260802008-02-24T15:07:00.002-05:002008-02-24T15:19:13.434-05:00

... and no posting!I had the flu(fun) and then went on vacation with the husband. I managed to complete one project in that time.It's the Hoodie Baby Blanket in Cotton Ease. I knit this for friends who will receive their adopted son in a few days. I think the colors are pretty cool together, if I do say so myself. This is a quick and easy knit!Next to hit the needles is a shrug for my soon-to-be

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-51135072967676998782008-02-03T13:35:00.000-05:002008-02-03T14:04:27.530-05:00

I've been so busy that I haven't had much knitting to blog about. I did, however, get a great package in the mail from Knittin' Pretty. I won a random prize drawing from the Holiday KAL-CAL, and this was it!How lucky am I? The gorgeous yarn is hand spun 100% Falkland Wool in "Happy Holidays". I think I might knit a Swiss Cheese Scarf with it. It's too pretty to be stuck on my feet! I'm assuming

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-8882157448259932762008-01-23T13:09:00.000-05:002008-01-23T13:15:55.076-05:00

Just wanted to post photos of the finished Twisted Flower socks! This pattern has always reminded me of work by the architect Louis Sullivan.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-8009610331232336422008-01-17T10:32:00.000-05:002008-11-13T01:16:15.064-05:00

Well, nothing much. That's the problem with working 3 projects at once. I never really do more than 2 at once but I guess I was so excited to be done with Christmas knitting that I just cast on whatever was within reach.Here's one of the Twisted Flower Socks......and this is the beginning of the Myrtle Leaf Shawl from Victorian Lace Today in Oregon Coast, and.... ...this is a seed stitch baby

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-8496093283953692242008-01-04T18:37:00.000-05:002008-01-07T02:36:41.440-05:00

I had a fear of the Twisted Flower Sock pattern by Cookie A. Designs. I've owned it for some time. It's one of those patterns that is so beautiful and intricate and involved... that I put it off. I'm afraid I won't be able to understand the chart or perform some crazy stitch. It taunts me with it's twists and trellises and texture. Well, I sat down, after all of the needy animals were fed,

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-23441679488130248862007-12-31T12:47:00.000-05:002007-12-31T13:06:50.331-05:00

Done! Done! I'm done!I just finished the seemingly never ending black Sockotta split toe socks for my Brother-in-Law in Florida! I would never have done this for someone I don't love! They came out better than I thought they would have. Here they are modeled by me, my foot many sizes smaller than the recipient and they haven't been washed or blocked in this photo, so be kind.Now that I've

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-57998508119683323952007-12-25T10:37:00.000-05:002007-12-25T11:05:50.125-05:00

Whatever you celebrate, have a safe and love-filled holiday!See you soon!Heather

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-4547804365471383992007-12-21T00:57:00.000-05:002007-12-21T01:06:57.843-05:00

They are done! I even made the little hangers for them!They're knit in Woolease and the initials are done in doubled Knit Picks Essential. My niece and nephew will love them!I've only to finish the socks for my brother-in-law, and then I'm free to knit anything I want! I'm pretty sure it will be some sort of lace project, because January is usually a nice, quiet, snuggly time to concentrate on

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-19715417737440378302007-12-20T01:14:00.000-05:002007-12-20T13:22:59.485-05:00

I have a few finished projects done. I was without internet access for a few days because our 50 year old phone lines decided to disintegrate(they don't make em like they used to), so I have a few. It was good in a way because I really focused on my knitting, instead of looking at other peoples knitting!I finished the orange Log Cabin SocksI knit two pair of fingerless mitts for the daughters of

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-91803176517295948672007-12-13T12:32:00.000-05:002007-12-13T12:46:42.440-05:00

I have been busy getting ready for a Christmas party involving at least 25 people (and some little kids) in my home (!) this weekend, so I haven't gotten much knitting done. I'll post what I have, though.One of two orange Log Cabin Socks in Patons Shetland Chunky. This will be the last pair for a while, I swear!And some black Sockotta socks, in progress. They will be split toe, which I've never

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-40271801246257358682007-12-03T12:54:00.000-05:002007-12-10T15:16:19.005-05:00

I just finished these up for my friend Elaine. I know she'll love them!They're Log Cabin Socks from Handknit Holidays knit in Bernat Alpaca Naturals.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-50955339345840445242007-12-01T22:25:00.000-05:002007-12-01T22:36:13.069-05:00

Hello!Now that my awesome Ravelry Scarf Exchange pal, Alison, has gotten her package, I can safely post photos without ruining the surprise!It's the Swiss Cheese Scarf and it was knit with Jojoland Melody Superwash.I think I used 6US needles and 2 skeins. I have to make one for me someday!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-47318590670522384642007-11-28T15:28:00.000-05:002007-12-10T15:18:52.535-05:00

Finally finished these! Just started these:They're Log Cabin Socks from Handknit Holidays and I'm knitting them for a friend from my last job. I'm using Bernat Alpaca in the Peony colorway. They'll be very cuddly and warm this winter!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-30027900613111954512007-11-27T14:19:00.000-05:002008-11-13T01:16:15.597-05:00

Since I haven't any finished projects, or even recent stash to show you, I've decided to tell you why I love Knit Picks.Recently, I splurged and purchased the new Harmony Wood dpn set. They're gorgeous, warm in the hand, and have just the right amount of slip. One of my size 0 needles, however, had the tiniest split in it. It was catching on stitches, and scratching my wrist. So, I emailed

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-62604673994642894972007-11-12T23:36:00.000-05:002007-11-12T23:57:55.620-05:00

I started the awesome Bellatrix socks by Gigi Silva in my own Merino Monkey "Bela Lugosi's Dead" yarn last week. The pattern calls for size 2 needles, but I thought that would make too a loose fabric. So I went down to a size 1. Here's what I got:It just wasn't working for me. It made the yarn look ugly and the sock all baggy. I wasn't happy. So I ripped back to the cuff and started over with

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-29953713533958383672007-11-07T11:42:00.000-05:002008-11-13T01:16:16.524-05:00

My package arrived from my Monkey Swap 3 pal, Mary!(I could barely wait through the time it took to photograph this)Yarn, stitch markers, beads, Pez Monkey, Mona by Cookie A., Pine linen spray(one of my favorite holiday scents), and a monkey stationery set with a yo-yo(my husband will be all over that).Feast your eyes on the beauty!They really are very bright! I love them, and so does my kitty!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-51827275337205605822007-11-02T12:37:00.000-04:002007-11-02T12:46:16.725-04:00

My little interview and pile of yarn are on display at yarn4socks.com. A sock was knit in the Rich Earth colorway and can be seen here!Besides my stuff, they've got lots of tempting goodies. You've been warned!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-85010094670699291192007-11-01T01:50:00.000-04:002007-11-01T02:11:48.096-04:00

I hope everyone had a happy Halloween! My husband and I carved pumpkins, got spooky, and gave out 5 pounds of candy. It was awesome!My doggie even got dressed up!I made the most awesome baked pumpkin seeds too. Usually I use Worcestershire Sauce, but we were out. So I did this:Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Clean "guts" off of the seeds and let them sit in cool water for 30 minutes(I did this

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-7395570239154253552007-10-24T19:44:00.000-04:002007-11-07T11:42:08.292-05:00

I've finished the gift item and I'm throwing caution to the wind. I am posting a photo. I realized that these could be for several people on my gift list, and that no one will figure it out.The pattern is from Handknit Holidays and the yarn is Tweedle Dee from Moda Dea. Quick knit that will make perfect slipper socks.Here's some photos of the purchases I made in Rhinebeck this weekend.Alpaca Lace

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-39748507310132568202007-10-15T16:30:00.000-04:002007-10-15T16:50:28.704-04:00

I really do. I love the brisk air. I love the clear, bright, silvery sunlight. I love the neon yellow and orange leaves against an impossibly blue sky. I love the sound of walking through dried and fallen leaves. I love the outdoorsy scent of sun-warmed soil in the woods. I love the Fall. The arrival of Fall also means a drop in temperature (typically). Here in Philadelphia, we've had several

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I just thought I'd post a little update.I've been working on my wholesale order for Yarn4socks.com. That's right! I'm going to be the Artist of the Month for November. I'm also debuting my newest yarn Merino Monkey (a super-soft 100% merino superwash sock yarn) with this order. Here are just a few of the colorways they'll have to offer:ELECTRIC PARKSOME ENCHANTED EVENINGRIZZORICH

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Just thought I'd post my latest project.They're Roza's Socks by Grumperina from Interweave Knits. I'm using Socks That Rock in Watermelon Tourmaline. I really like the colors.

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Now that I know my Monkey Swap 3 pal has her Monkeys, I can post a photo without ruining the surprise.Pattern: Monkey by Cookie A.They're knit with my own hand painted superwash in "Ben Franklin Bridge".I know most sock knitters have knit this pattern, but I highly recommend it to anyone who hasn't. It knits up quickly and is easy to remember.

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I whipped this up today. The free pattern is here.I know it's really early but, I'm all about Halloween. I'm so excited! I have spider earrings and a skull bracelet. I'm ready.

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I just finished these! I've listed them in my Etsy shop.

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I just made some of these!I've worked with polymer clay in the past, but let it go for the 30 other hobbies I actively pursue. I love these little suckers! I think I have to go make some pigs now...

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We'll, I've returned from a very hot and fun-filled Florida vacation. While there I finished a few projects...The Swallowtail Shawl from IK in Knit Picks Alpaca Cloud. And on the way there I finished...The River Rapids socks from Sockbug in Socks that Rock Scaponia. I finished the 2nd sock in the dark car, and am happy to report that it was perfect when I was finished. We stopped at South of the

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I'm going on vacation until August 24th! Here are a few of the knitting projects I'll be taking!River Rapids pattern from Sockbug and Socks that Rock in Scaponia. They're my August entry for Sockdown through the Sock Knitters Anonymous Group on Ravelry. I'll probably finish these before we even get there.This is my Swallowtail Shawl from Interweave Knits in progress. I will get most of my work

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I have joined the Monkey Swap 3 and here is my Monkey Swap 3 Questionnaire:The basics:Do you consider yourself a beginning sock knitter, an intermediate, or have you been doing this so long you could probably knit a pair in your sleep?I have knit many socks, but feel like there is always more to learn!   The measurements:Shoe Size:7.5 or 8 Foot circumference:  8.5”   Foot length:9.25”  Yarn

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Hello! I'm really excited because I just made some new sock blockers using this tutorial and one 99 cent place mat from Target. It was so easy!I can use them for all of the women in my family (we're all size 8), and I have a blue and green dot print place mat to make some manly ones.Now I can retire the sad wire hanger blockers. Yay!

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Just finished these!Awful photo, and great socks! I forget how slow moving Jaywalkers are, but I'm always happy with the results.

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You know, people in my neighborhood make fun of me because I pass 3 other grocery stores to shop at Super Fresh. They say it's "too expensive" or "too far" (about 2 miles away, and I'm not walking or riding a bike there, by the way). Well, their stores have awful produce, long lines, and the prices are the same , or higher. It is not worth half a mile less travel time, believe me. One thing

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I just finished this last night. I had a minor set back during the decreasing portion of the program. The Husband and I sat down to watch Letters From Iwo Jima. So, one of the lights in the living room was promptly clicked off to rid us of pesky glare. That's fine. Who needs light to knit? I could knit in near darkness! Ha! No problem! Then the subtitles start. Okay, I'll look away when no one is

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Uh, I mean PAIR!I've knit two socks for two separate pair. One of the Rainbow Jaywalkers is done. This is one ankle sock in Black Knit Picks Risata for my husband. I started knitting these before finishing the Jaywalkers, not because of second sock syndrome, but because his birthday is in August. I made the mistake of knitting this sock right in front of him. In the past he never caught on to

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Knit Picks Felici in AuroraThis will become little ankle socks for me, and...Knit Picks Risata in BlackThis will be ankle socks for my husband. There's cotton and elastic in there somewhere. It has a nice texture.I'm still working on the Jaywalkers, and they're awesome! Photos soon!

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I've started a new pair of socks. Just in case they need an introduction, they're Jaywalkers in Regia Nation Color 5399. I've also gotten an invite to ravelry. I really love it and I hope everyone else gets to do this soon!

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There they are! The last entry in the L&V Sock Marathon. The yarn is Opal Hand Paint #12 and it's a basic toe-up, short row heel with calf increases.It's 100 degrees in Philadelphia today, so the photo is the best I could do while wearing calf length wool socks. I've knitted 3.04 miles worth of sock yarn since mid January, and my sock drawer is lookin' good! Here's a photo of my L&VSM projects:I

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I bought it here. I just hope there are some crocodiles left when I start Christmas shopping.I have been making/sewing little bags while I await yarn to dye. Here are the 2 newest...Sewing projects are definitely more bearable than steamy yarn painting in humid 'ol Philly!

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There is a site where you can put your own color pallettes together, or just create your own colors and name them. I realize that this won't be exciting for everyone, but I could design yarn palettes here. I could design sweaters or rooms with this. I love it!I named this one "Bad JuJu". Heh heh!

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I just finished these last night! I can't get a photo that shows how much the swarovski crystals sparkle. I love them and can't wait until it's not 97 degrees to wear them!I used my own hand painted yarn in "Little Blue Box". Not really a color I would normally keep, but there were knots and breaks in the skein, and I don't sell those! Now I feel like it was destiny! Yeah, it's a little corny.

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I have always heard others waxing poetic about Koigu. Until Saturday, I'd never really felt a burning need to buy it. I had a gift certificate for Yarn Gallery from Christmas and I spotted this:It's Koigu 706. I never, ever buy yellow! I was enthralled by the speckles and....I guess it's the speckles!I have many projects on the list before this becomes anything, but I thought I had to post it.

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There's something very satisfying about getting a pair of socks out of one 50g ball of yarn that cost only $2. I've never done anklets before because, I didn't know toe-up and, it gets dicey cuff down with questionable yardage. I like them!

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I know I'm goofy (so does everybody else), but I look forward to "lightning bugs" every year. I know they show up sometime in June, but I start looking for them at the end of May. There are fewer than there were when I was a little kid, but they're still magical. So, I knit these socks with little green beads and I think, subconsciously, I was getting myself a firefly fix.Yarn: Trekking XXL

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I bought this yarn to make socks for my husband and he wasn't really impressed. That means it's mine! And now, so are these!They're kind of a boyish color for me, but they go with everything! Also, they're super soft after washing.The yarn is Regia India Cotton in "Goa".I worked cuff down and did a basic 6x2 rib.

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What Famous Leader Are You?personality tests by similarminds.com

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Here are my finished Chevron Scarf and Mitts! I followed the instructions but quit knitting when the scarf reached 82". Then, to use some of my leftover yarn, I knit the mitts. They'll keep my wrists warm while knitting next winter. Yay!I used Socks That Rock Mediumweight in Rhodonite and Lemongrass and the pattern is from LMKG.

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This is my first meme and I was tagged by The Knitting Moose!Each person tagged gives 7 random facts about themselves. Those tagged need to write in their blogs the 7 facts, as well as the rules of the game. You need to tag seven others and list their names on your blog. You have to leave those you plan on tagging a note in their comments so they know that they have been tagged and to read your

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These are knit from a yarn I purchased at Lime & Violet's Etsy shop. The yarn is called "Penelope - The Fairy of New Opportunities" and it's knit into just a basic toe up ribbed sock. They're very soft and I know I'll wear 'em to death when it gets cooler again. I also got this...I have to admit, I've never read a Harry Potter book (I'm always knitting!) but, everyone in my family has. This will

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Photos can't even capture the stunning brightness of this scarf. Me likey!

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I'm going to put a little jog in this post so that I don't spoil the Rockin' Sock Club for anyone. If you don't want the surprise to be ruined, turn away now!Here's a photo of my kitty to fill the space...There! that should do it!This is my Rockin' Sock Club Skein. Ain't it purdy? I have a few other projects on the list before this one.One of them is the Chevron Scarf:Then I've got these lovelies

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Did you know that "seeing pink elephants" is a term (from the 50's) used when you are way too drunk, hallucinating, high, hit in the head, or have looked at the sun too long? It's all true! So, I think it's funny that Vera Bradley has a line called Pink Elephants. The pattern has elephants, of course, but also has pink and green trippy paisley. And I love it! Do you think those proper Connecticut

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Blue Moon Fiber Arts has just listed new colors! Here's what I ordered:LUNASEAKNITTY ROCKSUNDERTOEMUSTANG SALLYLEMONGRASSRHODONITE The first 4 are Lightweight (Mustang Sally will become something for my Mom),and the last 2 are Mediumweight and are destined to become a Chevron Scarf from Last Minute Knitted Gifts, for me. I think it will be obnoxiously bright and awesome!

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I'm wearing them now!Now I'm working on another pair of socks in some of Lime & Violet's sock yarn, Penelope.

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I'm working on this now. I'm not using a pattern because I'm a rebel. I even did calf increases! I'm unstoppable!The yarn is Trekking XXL 05.

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I just finished my sock club socks and I'm so excited that I took some bad photos so I could post them here right away!I also Pre-Ordered yarn that I won't even see until June or July.They were ordered from Astrid's Dutch Obsessions. They're Kaffe Fassett and I don't know much about him but I've seen his books, fabrics, and sweaters. He has a wonderful sense of color. I can wait for yarn that

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I just have a thing for brown lately. So, I dyed these:I also thought that a little more subtlety would be nice for lace and cables so I dyed these:I won't keep any, but I wanna.

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Schachenmayr Crazy Cotton #87I used 2 skeins and my own pattern.These are for me!

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I have been working on my first Rockin' Sock Club sock. It's my first foray into short row toes and heels and I really love the pattern so far. I was really skeptical about knitting a medium weight yarn on such tiny needles because I figured it would feel like walking around in cardboard boxes. They are very sturdy but not stiff like I feared.The pattern is named "Inside Out" because the socks

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I won the Show Your Socks contest on Astrid's Dutch Obsessions! I don't know how or why I won, but I won! I got to pick any circular needle or set of DPNs that I wanted for free. I chose a US1/ 40" circular needle. I thought maybe I'd try out this newfangled Magic Loop method all the kids are talking about. If Magic Loop doesn't work out, I could always knit a fine gauge sweater (for an entire

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My niece turns 1 today! Here's a photo of the poncho I made for her.I also finished the Monkey socks for my sister!I've just started my BMFA Rockin' Sock Club socks. Fun so far!

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My Fortune Cookie told me: Never try to tapdance with parrots on a shrub. Get a cookie from Miss Fortune So, now I know!

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I just learned that Cookie A (the Mozart of intricate sock patterns) is selling some of her newer sock patterns on her website. I purchased Gothic Spire and Twisted Flower. Her site is suddenly really slow too. I'm sure the word is out and thousands of women are forgoing their lunches to get in on the action!

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I have finished one Monkey sock and started the other. I really like this Foo Foo color and the way the ribbon of coral swirls around the sock.

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These are knit from Regia Jacquard #5180 using a basic cuff down stockinette pattern. I think she'll like them!I'm currently working on a pair of Monkey socks in the STR Foo Foo for my sister. I'll post photos soon.

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This is one of the designs shown in the sneak preview of the Spring/Summer Vogue Knitting magazine. I skipped the last issue because it really didn't have anything I loved. This little number makes up for it! Yum!

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So, someone on Flickr posted a colorway from Socks that Rock named Foo-Foo. My sisters nickname, at least growing up, was Foo-Foo (I really don't know why). You know I had to get it. But, if I'm paying $5.50 shipping on 1 skein or 3, I'll take 3!FOO-FOORHODONITETHISTLEDid I ever mention that I dye my own sock yarn?Anyhow, my sis isn't a knitter so I will make socks or a scarf for her from Foo-Foo

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And now for some random vacation photos!Here are my finished "Lily Petal" Jaywalkers......and a detail shot......and some real lilies... ...and the cool staircase at the St. Augustine Lighthouse.We had a good time, though it was pretty cold for Florida. It was between 19 and 30 degrees back home, so we really made the most of the 50-70 degree weather. And I still got a little sunburned!Either

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And I'm taking this with me! It's a Jaywalker in my own hand painted yarn. This is the first skein I've actually kept. I called it "Lily Petal". I'll make more to sell. I will have other projects with me too. I just can't decide what they'll be. See ya soon!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-4366269660790342892007-02-07T19:33:00.000-05:002007-02-07T19:37:44.528-05:00

Believe it, or not, these were knit from the same skein. That's Trekking for ya! I really like the pattern.Pattern: Interweave Knits Winter '04 / Evelyn A. ClarkYarn: Trekking XXL 90

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-78787920448401636322007-02-05T16:12:00.000-05:002007-02-05T16:18:17.417-05:00

Speaking of pirates, I just finished my We Call Them Pirates Hat and this here rapscallion pirated it away. The nerve!Here is a detail shot: I really love it!

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-20946065771838762332007-01-31T14:37:00.000-05:002007-02-01T15:05:08.129-05:00

This is my first real fair isle type project. I think I'm getting better with the tension of the "strands" the more I work. My sister said the skulls look like pumpkins. Evil pirate pumpkins, she means! Anyhow, I guess the orange could give one that impression... Well, I like pumpkins too.

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-40079883858578568512007-01-26T01:31:00.000-05:002008-11-13T01:16:22.755-05:00

Here is some commissioned work from a fellow Etsy seller. She sent her own yarn, some measurements, and from that I knit 4 doggie sweaters. The photo isn't so hot but you can see the luster and the vivid colors. It is really pretty. It's a wool/ silk blend and it's not really next-to-the-skin soft, but it would be great for accessories and I bet it felts beautifully. Dog-less dog sweaters

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-80993640680223890702007-01-23T15:13:00.000-05:002007-01-26T01:54:33.767-05:00

I just got most of these in the mail this week. I won't order any more sock yarn for a very long time. I promise. I will knit from my stash. I will knit from my stash.I will knit from my stash...

Heatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05116389862924760062noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5277899.post-8194390747369709042007-01-18T02:53:00.000-05:002007-01-26T01:55:17.115-05:00

I'm making the We Call Them Pirates Hat with these lovelies. I will use the green/blue/taupe for the background and the orange for the skulls. This is Peru DK Luxury , an Alpaca/Silk/ Merino blend. I hand painted the greenish one to make it a little more interesting. This is not helping with my sock issues, but I really love it and there's a Knit Along too. There is an "end date" of March 15th.

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