August 14th, 2009
…. I’ve been playing with squares and sailors. I’m so happy with my design work right now - the baby blanket is really coming on strong. It took a while to figure out just how to make the diagonal garter st 2 color squares, but I’m especially happy with the result - particularly the carry-along weave in’s on the back - an accidental design feature, but one that really adds to the overall look. The sailor sweater is beyond pretty - the yarn really works well with the design and the collar is knitted right along with the front, so no pesky picking up and knitting. Thanks SWTC for keeping me inspired! 
August 14th, 2009
As you can see, I’ve been birdwatching recently and managed to spot this friendly little Wally Bird! He’s such a gregarious fellow - bright shiny eyes, soft downy feathers and a super sunny disposition! I was lucky enough to capture his shy nest mate too! Aren’t they adorable? You won’t be able to spot them in your back yard for a few months yet, but keep your eyes open, as they may visit occasionally.
July 31st, 2009
Sometimes, I am really, really, lucky! This week was one of those times. As a designer, it’s always fabulous when yarn companies are eager to work with you, especially ones that you love and buy yarn from anyway! This week the ups guy brought me a lovely big box of yarn from SWTC. If you know me, you know this is my go to yarn - the majority of my designs are in SWTC flavors - I just adore that the yarns are so delicious and good for mother nature. Here’s a piccy of the deliciousness and a couple of pics of just what i’m doing with it. I’m working on a collaboration with the wonderful women of Stitch Cooperative, and having a blast.
I just checked my FB and have to congratulate Jonelle and Kat - Socks a la carte just hit #1! wooohooo!
July 31st, 2009
Are finished, have been photographed and winging their way to Portland right now - lots of piccys and info tonite - just as soon as i can figure out how to turn a Tiff into a jpeg.
July 31st, 2009
The delightful Mary, who won the scarf naming competition recently, was as thrilled with her prize as we all were with the name Pendenza! Can’t wait to see you soon!
July 31st, 2009
Firstly, apologies for not blogging in a week. There was a slight incident involving bbq sauce, my youngest son and a certain keyboard……. the less said the better, however, I’ve been without a reliable keyboard since then.
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July 17th, 2009
Just popping in to say that I’m upto the calf shaping on the Sunny knee socks, and think I’m going to take a break and spend the rest of the evening crocheting - why do I feel like I’m cheating?
July 17th, 2009
Ok, I’m into day three and still going strong. I finished Toad in the Hole, and I have to say, I’m thrilled with the results. The yarn label boasts that the colors will not give pooling or flashing, and although I was a little skeptical, as you can see, there really isn’t any - just a delightful blend of colors that really enhance the pattern. I started working on Sunny Side Up yesterday, and ran into the same problem as the last pair I knitted in Martha’s yarn. I couldn’t find my US1 circs? They’re knitpicks harmonies - if you’ve seen them, give me a jingle - cos I’m really missing ‘em! Anyway, I struggled through the provisional cast on and increases on unwieldy dpn’s until there were enough sts for the piece to be manageable. Don’t get me wrong, I adore knitting socks on dpn’s, especially bamboo ones, but they just don’t really work for me on toe up sock construction 
Throughout the frogging, tinking, and saying of words that I can’t print here, the yarn behaved itself admirably. It took three attempts to get the bloody thing going. How, I ask you, can I have a toe up sock with half a purl row? And why didn’t I notice it until four rows on? ARGH! RRRIIIIIPPPP! If they gave out medals for yarn abuse, I’d have to give it to this skein. As much as I tortured it, it didn’t split, break, lose it’s shape or springiness. Woot for KSDW yarn - omm, nom, nom! I’m in love! It’s 10. 17 as I’m writing this, and I’m past the short row heel and heading towards calf shaping. Wonder where I’ll be this evening?
July 11th, 2009
Congratulations to Shannon and Arabella on the opening of their new collaborative studio - I can’t wait to head up there tonight for the grand opening!
Hope you can make it there too! It promises to be a great evening!
