tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2068149104043129652012-01-25T14:49:57.795-08:00Knitting to make the World a better place, if only in my mind.Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.comBlogger1081100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-24877973808709577502012-01-25T14:49:00.000-08:002012-01-25T14:49:57.814-08:00

Last night I ripped out 4 hours of knitting on the Striped Guernsey because when I started the front I forgot to change back to the CO needles size and didn't catch it until I needed to switch to the larger size I will had on the needles from the back piece.  UGH!!

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-15492080060699277742012-01-13T13:12:00.000-08:002012-01-13T13:14:47.633-08:00

Well, I have been completely inundated with production work over the past few weeks and I have little boys' tie parts all over my sewing room.  I must admit that I love the repetitive process of production work because I don't have to think about it - muscle memory kicks in and I am left to think while still being productive. Sometimes while I am doing this I will put a movie or watch

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Between my Etsy store and my sewing jobs, it is uncommon that I have time to do any personal knitting.  This holiday, I found myself with quite a bit of down time, though, so I thought that I would utilize it to get some knitting done for myself.  I have an overabundance of projects that I have accumulated over the past few years (thank God that I have such a basic taste or the patterns would go

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-55909726406726557142011-12-16T17:11:00.000-08:002011-12-16T17:11:47.723-08:00

I came across this great idea on the Internet.  I don't remember where I saw it and wish that I could link back to her post.  (I swear there should be a 'Lost and Found' for bookmarks because I could SWEAR I bookmarked it for this reason!!)  Anyway, ever since I saw the post I have been wanting to make these.  Beading (short of putting beads on a string) is really a bit out of my element

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Well, I have been busy all day taking pictures and posting items in my Etsy store. As well as DPN Holders, I also posted baby hats and headbands. I think I have finally mastered the DPN Holder pics but my other pics are still VERY lacking. And, why don't they make baby dolls accurately shaped?? MY baby doll has this very large and odd shaped head so nothing quite fits properly. I wish my

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I have been in a crating FRENZY after a day of shopping for materials yesterday. What started out as a trip to get a few items for a few new projects (more on that in a later post) and last minute gifts, turned into a "let's get enough to last me until the end of the year" trip. JoAnn's was PACKED (seriously, are there THAT MANY people that don't work in San Diego??!) and there was NO WAY I

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-12251037302514822632011-09-07T12:16:00.000-07:002011-09-07T13:13:03.959-07:00

My Square device came in a foam mailer and it got me thinking that having a storage container might be a a good idea. Now I wish I could say that this was an original idea, but I have to admit that Bethany over at 42nd & Orange had the idea before I did. She actually was the one to answer all of my questions solidifying my decision to get one. SO I looked into what I had around and this is

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For the past several years while doing craft shows, my biggest sales breaker was the inability to take credit cards. I know that I am not alone on this. It is because of this that shows that have a central check out will charge a larger show fee ( and usually also a percentage) for the "convenience" of being able to take credit cards. There WAS a time that, technology being what it was, this

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Living in San Diego, I really don't feel right about complaining too much about the weather. We really do have the weather market cornered and despite all of my whining and muttering, I DO realize how good we have it. That being said, UGH!! The heat is here!!!!! I have no tolerance for heat - I never have. Anything over 75° is uncomfortable and anything over 80° and everyone around me is

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WOW! I really suck at this blogging thing! It has been almost a year since I have blogged. I didn't THINK my life was that boring but thinking back, there wasn't all THAT much that a reader would miss. Just about the only exciting thing that I HAVE done? - Well after 20 years of wanting one, I FINALLY got my nose pierced. I figured at 40 I should stop worrying about what everyone else thinks.

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14772643500913790314noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-79828305681648747162010-10-19T20:56:00.001-07:002010-10-19T21:43:22.626-07:00

San Marcos ALIVE Celebration of the Arts Presented by the City of San Marcos Sunday, October 24 10 am to 4 pm San Marcos Civic Center 3 Civic Center Drive More than 20 FREE hands-on art projects! Arts & crafts fair Student art exhibits Fine art Live demos Kid’s zone Juried art show Food & more Free live entertainment all day (760) 744-9000 www.san-marcos.net

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Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-86327924526632707002010-10-13T00:06:00.000-07:002010-10-13T00:10:26.014-07:00

Craft season is here! Come see me this weekend at:33rd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Fair at Bernardo Winery When: October 16th &17th 2010 10am to 4pmWhere: The Entire Winery Grounds Bernardo Winery presents the 33rd Annual Fall Arts and Crafts Fair, October 16th and 17th from 10 to 4 pm. The Arts and Crafts fair will be featuring over 140 of California’s best artisans and crafters, selling their

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Well, lack of communication is in no way a lack of production. I have been busy, busy making and doing. Mostly sale items but also a few gifts (which there will, for obvious reasons, not be any pics of here).I have a few new, small things up on my Etsy site. I have mini Christmas stockings (coming out of my ears!!! They are like Gremlins - you look at them and they multiply!!) These were created

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-55933518826148024062009-10-29T11:33:00.001-07:002009-10-29T11:51:50.434-07:00

MAN! I am out of the habit of blogging! I THINK about it and even write it in my head but since my computer isn't on all day anymore, while I AM getting more work done, I am SERIOUSLY delinquent in my blogging!!!I also doesn't help that my camera is still on the fritz. I used to be able to just take a quick picture and throw it in. Now that quick picture takes a lot more time (and patience)

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-15116054869070866882009-10-13T10:31:00.001-07:002009-10-13T11:00:10.230-07:00

The Fall craft season is now upon us and for the first time since I have been doing them, the weather is completely appropriate. Being raised in New England, I miss the cooler weather, foliage changes and the rain. While San Diego has no deciduous trees to change color, the temperature has been lovely and we even got rain last night (completely out of season). I slept with unfounded depth last

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-89975318988259881852009-10-06T10:42:00.000-07:002009-10-06T10:58:03.083-07:00

After an extended hiatus I am finally back in the saddle and getting work done again. I don't know what I missed most, getting product made or connecting with all of my online friends! Well, I am back and with a vengeance and knitting and sewing up a storm and can't wait to show you what I am up to!! Unfortunately during the break, my camera decided to not cooperate with me any more (I am sure

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-11382702846964622822009-01-31T20:34:00.000-08:002009-01-31T21:27:01.850-08:00

January. It is the month best known for being the month of goal setting. The month when people strive for something better for the rest of the year. For me, this has been the month when my house was at its cleanest - I had witnesses. It is now exactly 4 weeks later and there are no signs of that house. The place is a sty, projects everywhere and no end in sight. I'd like to take a second to say "

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-75027260994752390022009-01-27T10:12:00.000-08:002009-01-27T10:31:46.121-08:00

OK, so as you probably already know by now, I reuse EVERYTHING. I don't throw anything away. I prefer to create from trash than from store bought materials. I have a project that I don't have the materials for. I think that used would be BETTER than new for this project and I would BET that you all have whet I need. I want the project to be a surprise but if you provide some materials for

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-41966420819256582732009-01-19T10:06:00.000-08:002009-01-19T11:16:09.811-08:00

In August 2008 The Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) was passed and will be in force, February 2009. Under this law, all makers of children's items (including toys, clothing, bedding, etc.) will be required to have 3rd party testing done on each of their products to ensure that there is no presence of lead. While at first glance, this sounds like a fabulous act aimed at protecting

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After the Christmas holiday (in which I made not a single thing I wanted to make) and the orders that I have had, I have not done much knitting for myself. I figured I would squeeze one in. Had I realized how quick it was going to work up, I might have worked on them earlier. Crossover Strap Mary Janes by Sylvia Schuchardt Jute (from Home Depot) soleKnit One Crochet Too 2nd Time Cotton in linen

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-77162265989633352052009-01-11T17:05:00.000-08:002009-01-11T17:18:39.432-08:00

One of my goals this year, like last, is to blog more. Today I pondered why it is that I don't post more often. It isn't that I don't have anything to say - GOD KNOWS! It isn't that I am not knitting. I came to the realization that it is because I don't have good pictures. Take today for example. I have a beanie to show you, made from the Double Soled Sock leftovers. It is very cute (if I

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-83283736280206090382009-01-04T16:58:00.001-08:002009-01-05T10:01:58.010-08:00

... to a new year.Since I do tend to start a lot of projects at once, it does happen *occasionally* that I have a project that just sits. Maybe it is something for myself that I never find the time to finish, maybe it is something that I have lost interest in for one reason or another. I am not normally one for frogging because I don't like it - SOMEONE will like it. This:Was one of those. For

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-75267741050075910372008-12-31T12:51:00.000-08:002008-12-31T13:29:00.524-08:00

There are pros and cons to the way I work. I tend to start several projects at a time and work on them as the mood strikes me. This allows me to start things as I am excited about them and doesn't force me to work on something just because that is the project going right now (which never works for me). I find that not forcing any one piece of work makes for a better (and quicker) end result - at

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-6819262076565420782008-12-24T10:45:00.000-08:002008-12-24T10:52:59.678-08:00

20% OFFall store purchase through the end of the year.There is not a lot of new stuff in there right now but if you have been looking at it, now is the time to treat yourself. Keep an eye open too...I have some new things going up for the new year. If they happen to make it up before the 1st, they are 20% off too.I pray that your holiday season is happy and safe and that balls of your favorite

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-70741588962242517972008-12-10T16:50:00.000-08:002008-12-19T23:09:23.607-08:00

I have a pellet in my butt cheek.It was middle school, circa - ok, never mind when, - EVERYONE had BB guns and pellet guns that they got for Christmas. Everyone except me. Now, THAT didn't bother me so much, I got a stereo just like I had wanted but was too afraid to ask for - Santa just knew. What bothered me was that my mother told me I couldn't play with or around them at all - meaning I would

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-71650995672652563882008-11-25T13:34:00.000-08:002008-11-25T14:07:21.446-08:00

Where did November go??!When you live in Southern California, the winter holidays are a strange thing. Your first sign that the holidays are coming is 90 degree, arid heat and wild fires. Talk about 'chestnuts roasting on an open fire'! The annual craft show start about the same time but who wants to think about Christmas in a tank top? Half of the leaves falling from the 10 deciduous trees in

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-59980771071666840402008-11-07T19:17:00.000-08:002008-11-07T19:36:29.293-08:00

In the face of the ever worsening economy, what is a fiber artist to do? Well, if you can make new, renew!"The Man" brought me some shorts that have seen better days. Now, unlike most of us, since he works for the government, he is not hurting financially. However, like most men, he won't throw out his favorite shorts until the last of two strings holding it together breaks (and I imagine even

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-1686961271901106372008-11-02T21:56:00.000-08:002008-11-02T20:58:35.985-08:00

As most of you know, my world revolves around "My Boys". I treat them like children (spoiled rotten teenagers, actually) and I am sure that there is some psychological abnormality about it - I don't care. The one thing I DO deny them is access to the balcony...a.) when I am not home and b.) early morning and dusk. Now this is because cats are cats and while mine are not the brightest bulbs,

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-50335425208684069312008-10-14T11:52:00.000-07:002008-10-14T12:33:10.838-07:00

Well, no matter where in the US you live, there is no denying that Fall is here. In most places the leaves are doing their annual show and summer clothes are being packed away in leiu of warmer gear.Here in San Diego, we have little of that. Deciduous trees are few. And, while we might pull on a sweatshirt in the evening, flip flops are year-round footwear. What we DO have is cool air and warm

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-72719149488194276332008-10-02T12:13:00.000-07:002008-10-02T12:49:34.062-07:00

Boy! What a blogging slacker I am! You'd think I had a real job!!Well, I HAVE been working away here - needles of some sort going EVERY day. I have just been neglecting YOU, my friends. It is a good thing I give good Christmas gifts - right??!Let me show you a bit of what I have been doing lately!My friend Charmin bought an older boat recently and given that she still lets me spend a lot of time

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-23838524042200480292008-09-24T15:01:00.000-07:002008-09-24T15:32:00.960-07:00

If you are one of the many San Diego locals that sews, lend me your ears! San Diego Continuing Education Program is offering a FREE class for bra fitting and construction. This is a class I have been wanting to take for a long time. The unfortunate part is that they cancel the class if not enough people sign up. If this is a class that you have even considered taking - take it now! I will

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-47987213072897898042008-09-17T12:10:00.001-07:002008-09-17T12:28:47.853-07:00

After last year's devastating fires, it brings to mind how much we have to lose. Obviously, when we are evacuated from our homes, we take our children, our pets, our yarn and (sometimes) our spouses. During the waiting, we wonder, "what did we forget?". When all is said and done, MOST of it can be replaced. The one thing that everyone has that can't be is their photos - their family albums.

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-49824000272919263472008-09-16T10:57:00.000-07:002008-09-16T11:12:48.476-07:00

Sadly, not much knitting has been happening here. My favorite thing to do (beside loving on "The Boys"), just takes too much time.I have been cracking the whip and working away at things for my Etsy Store and knitted items just take too long to be cost effective. That is not to say that there won't be any knitted items in there..... My shawl is creeping, ever closer, to the "For Sale" category. I

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-66183404307711695652008-09-05T10:25:00.000-07:002008-09-06T14:28:14.330-07:00

Well, while I have been a bit quiet here in Blogland, I HAVE been knitting. I FINALLY finished up the shawl that I have been working on for about a year.Cozy (Free from Knitty.com) by Danielle SchoonoverHand painted Cashmere bought on sale from HipKnits but lost the ball bands long ago (they are in that safe place that I can never find)Picture courtesy of my sweet friend MalachyI have to say I

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-50014954820520755722008-08-22T15:49:00.001-07:002008-08-22T16:07:18.028-07:00

OK, I this I got the only one shipped to this area! The man behind the counter tried his best to suppress his laugh while I nearly passed out from excitement when I picked it up. Had I known how AWESOME this book was on the INSIDE I might have needed help out of the store!I have always loved Wendy's patterns. (Yeah, we are on a first name basis since I have read her blog for so long. Now, SHE

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-35507449983127375492008-08-20T14:58:00.000-07:002008-08-20T15:12:14.090-07:00

Wendy Bernard's (Knit and Tonic) book is FINALLY OUT!!! I cannot WAIT to get this!! My friend Meagan has already agreed to "help" me make the cover sweater. I say "help" because, as I have said in past posts - I don't fair isle. Meagan LOVES to fair isle. And is REALLY GOOD at it. I have been waiting (not so) patiently for this book to come out. I have been reading Knit and Tonic since I just

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-86092533313662804282008-08-18T16:09:00.000-07:002008-08-18T17:03:01.822-07:00

I have been knitting furiously trying to make a deadline on some charity knitted dog sweaters. 100% acrylic (which I will NEVER do again - I will GLADLY admit to being a yarn snob!!) so that they can be wash- and dry-able. Since I really do not like little yappy dogs, I wanted to make some coats for slightly larger pups, although in my hesitance to knit anymore than I had to, I did not swatch.

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-8000916782475728652008-08-13T12:40:00.000-07:002008-08-13T13:09:10.687-07:00

CAN'T...........KNIT.........FAST............ENOUGH!!!!!!!I understand that time seems to speed by while I am knitting - it is the whole "time flies by when you are having fun" thing. But I never seem to get half as much done as I need or expect to. I must be cursed.

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-57638257508492522802008-08-12T08:37:00.000-07:002008-08-12T08:45:54.247-07:00

My sweet friend Corinne over at Craftyloca is another year older today, although, to tell the truth I think she lies about her age. She looks far too fabulous to be ... how old are you this year? 29? And, whose kids are those? I have 1 and she gave me far more wrinkles than you have on the palm of your hand! And, girlie, the energy level is a DEAD GIVEAWAY! NO ONE over the age of 30 has

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-47366830234616920632008-08-04T15:39:00.000-07:002008-08-05T07:55:18.857-07:00

When you have an 18 year old, there are things you just know to expect them to "forget".... to tell you that they needed a signature today on something after you have left for work... to fill the gas tank when they use the car.... that their aunt is pregnant....... WAIT! WHAT?! I get a text message on Sunday "Tita had her baby" and no one bothered to tell you Tita was EXPECTING a baby, you have

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-72694502654779750602008-08-01T16:05:00.001-07:002008-08-01T16:06:44.782-07:00

Is it bad that this picture gets me excited?

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-21128804995403526552008-07-23T20:20:00.000-07:002008-07-23T20:26:45.270-07:00

...or my socks. So after 2 attempts to wear my Anastasia socks, I have determined that I need to (once again) pull the top out of that one and (once again) re-knit the same part on one needle size up. It is not only smallER, it is indeed TOO small and my fat ankles are not amused. (Yes, ankleS... I tried the sock on BOTH feet hoping one would miraculously be significantly smaller than the

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-29993981127071589732008-07-14T18:41:00.000-07:002008-07-15T09:31:15.828-07:00

OK, so I have been called out. Blogging has NOT been one of my priorities lately. It is not that I haven't been knitting, it has just been a whirlwind of activity and chaos and in an effort to not sound like a bumbling idiot, I chose to save my posting until I could sort out my thoughts.My friend Adrian who, by now, is known for her baby hats, has out done herself with this stunning bundle of

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-26385456892001252672008-06-30T13:08:00.000-07:002008-07-02T11:23:44.535-07:00

Has it really been an entire month since I shared with you? And have I been so completely unproductive that I STILL have NOTHING to show you??! It is not for lack of knitting. I HAVE been knitting - really I HAVE! Just nothing to share yet. SOON! In the interim, I will share a few things that I saw today at Whip Up. Have you checked them out? They are on my side bar. Sometimes they are just OK

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-18652670471514837572008-05-30T10:33:00.000-07:002008-05-30T10:39:07.492-07:00

OK, now that I have your attention...Sunday, Crafty Sunday! San Diego Craft Mafia is Hosting Monthly Craft Shows the First Sunday Each Month! Join Us on June 1st!That's right! Satisfy your craft craving each month and meet some of San Diego's finest DIY'ers.Where? Filter Coffee House4096 30th St., San Diego 92104When? June 1st, 2008 from Noon to 5 p.m.The vendors for June include:Alexis

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-74816770588662229162008-05-28T15:50:00.000-07:002008-05-28T16:54:35.497-07:00

So, I did my very first swap recently and I have been spoiled beyond belief by my partner!!! It was a "tea and knit" swap and my partner went above and beyond!! Now, I have a friend who does swaps on a regular basis and I have never heard her get as excited as I was to receive this so I am guessing that not everyone puts this much thought it their packages. Now, this was a "tea and knit" swap so

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-13505666695580418232008-05-26T13:04:00.000-07:002008-05-26T13:20:50.482-07:00

It seems so long ago since I first saw this picture on craigslist. How could you not want to scoop them up?! Now, 2 years later, they are just as cute and just as lovey, just not so easy to scoop up! One is a lap full, the other hangs over, but still wouldn't trade them for anything. (Except maybe to have "The Kid" closer - even if she isn't as lovey and won't sit on my lap anymore. She IS

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-51642315790448850832008-05-23T09:57:00.000-07:002008-05-23T10:00:27.806-07:00

Just in case you have been trying to get directions to the show and having trouble down loading it, there they are:City Farmer's Nursery 4832 Home AvenueSan Diego, CA 92105 619-284-6358 www.cityfarmersnursery.com Saturday, May 24, 9 am-4 pmIt's located at the base of Euclid Ave. as it merges with Home Avenue In City Heights. If you are on University Ave. turn south on Euclid at the corner where

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-88351579095512066962008-05-20T11:43:00.000-07:002008-05-20T11:50:00.943-07:00

Come see me on Saturday!!Saturday, May 24th 9am-4pmEach year we have around twenty local artisans (from eight year olds to octogenarians!) display their homemade wares in and around the nursery. From beading to knitting, painting to gifts for your home, this is a unique and lovely way to celebrate spring, support artists, and enjoy the sunshine. This event is completely free to participate in and

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-4839157327796246602008-05-19T09:14:00.000-07:002008-05-19T09:41:33.508-07:00

Well, the heat has hit with full force here in San Diego. With 90+ degrees in many parts of the county, the last thing on anyone's mind is finishing those Winter sweaters. (OK, so maybe 90+ isn't so bad for some of you, and maybe we don't really have a "Winter" compared to the rest of the country, but when you are paying $900 for a 150 sq.ft. apartment under the justifications that you are "

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-51258533435001927192008-05-16T18:05:00.001-07:002008-05-16T18:21:21.055-07:00

For any of you who have ever taken my baby hat class, you already have this pattern. However, it occurred to me that people who don' t live in the San Diego area, don't have that option, so I will be putting my patterns up on my side bar (I know, it is about time!) Since I don't have a baby to show this off on (mine is 18 and the closest thing I can get to a picture is of her feet(see yellow

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-11924861743032202142008-05-08T20:01:00.000-07:002008-05-08T20:26:36.007-07:00

FINALLY, after almost a YEAR, I have finally, officially opened my Etsy shop! You can find a few of the items I have on sale in my sidebar. Click the link at the bottom to go directly to my site and see ALL of them. I will be adding items weekly - there will be some knitted items next week - so bookmark me! I also do custom orders so don't be afraid to ask! Shoot me an email! It is funny how we

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-3413732336004062742008-04-24T17:53:00.000-07:002008-04-24T18:13:46.717-07:00

I know that many of you have been having "Lisa Withdrawal" over the past few months. Since I moved and don't have to drive to work, I no longer want to drive anywhere and it is rare to see me unless you come to me. Also, since I have been sample knitting for a yarn distributor, on yarn that isn't out yet (yeah, don't you wish you were me!!) I haven't been able to show you any of my work. My posts

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-2381982655860672662008-04-08T16:58:00.000-07:002008-04-08T17:31:05.652-07:00

One of my very first "haunts" for free patterns has ended and I can say that I, for one, am very sad to see them go. MAGKNITS has repeatedly published some of my favorite patterns and was a place that I looked forward to visiting every month. I have know for a few months that the editor had a drain on her time and well, when you are not getting paid, and you have to make cuts....What has REALLY

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-32210248485659101462008-03-28T17:17:00.000-07:002008-03-28T17:42:07.084-07:00

Well, the "never ending move" is progressing slowly. I am bravely decreasing my "stuff". And, that is all it is - isn't it? We can't take it with us. So why am I struggling to let go of the acrylic that I don't remember buying (and am not sure why I even allowed it into my house??)? Some of this stuff is so bad that I am wondering if the school I am donating to will press charges for some kind of

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-26097171873155532432008-03-07T16:35:00.000-08:002008-03-07T16:39:36.388-08:00

I was over at Glenna's site and a few posts back she had this: http://crazyknittinglady.wordpress.com/2008/03/05/they-have-a-plan/Tears rolling down my face funny. If you have a cat, or even know cats, you will understand. I think Simon's cat's name is "Hanz".

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-1548088224262460612008-02-28T08:55:00.000-08:002008-02-28T09:32:45.739-08:00

Alright, so moving 3 times in 13 months isn't THAT bad right? And it isn't IMPOSSIBLE to get 2500 sq. ft. of furniture and stash to fit into a 150 sq. ft. apartment, I'm sure. The lesson learned with these questions -- don't EVER give up your independence. Once you have it, hold it tight and dear to you like that favorite hank of fiber that was gifted to (that you would never be able to afford

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-71403198614860986482008-02-18T20:28:00.000-08:002008-02-19T21:39:50.292-08:00

So Marnie tagged me with the Seven Things meme so here goes....1. I was cute (and quiet and SHY) when I was little. BOY, am I glad I grew out of THAT! And, YES, they had color film back then. 2. Until I had my daughter, I wanted to be a singer or play trumpet or baritone in the Navy Band and/or the Boston Pops (and really thought I had a chance - it is amazing how children bring reality to you).

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-10224933038648277722008-02-15T19:06:00.000-08:002008-02-15T21:42:02.305-08:00

Well, a busy week it has been and I promised you more updates. So here goes.....The Kid finally got around to sending pictures of the infamous running socks so I will share those first.Inspired by: Move Your Fanny by Gigi Silva(originally found at socktopia.net which is no longer avaiilable)in Crystal Palace Panda Cotton in Vanilla Cream55% Bamboo, 24% Cotton, 21% Elastic Nylonon US #1 in a

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-86939479906052862302008-02-14T18:08:00.000-08:002008-02-14T18:26:09.440-08:00

This year I will be sharing with my furry beaus even though I woke up to this: Apparently he took offense to me telling him that he was "stinky" after a trip to the Kitty Box. I shooed him away, woke up ten mins later to find this. He wasn't playing with it as you can tell by this picture: He picked the ball up and carried it around leaving the ball intact. Thus is my lot in this life to have

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-59624844839190781072008-01-31T20:45:00.000-08:002008-01-31T22:18:01.473-08:00

SO it has been a busy year so far and I don't see it slowing down anytime soon but I have SO MUCH to show you!! I have decided though, that instead of one huge post, I am going to string you along a bit and give you a few bite sized pieces to chew on. Juno Regina by Miriam Felton5 balls of Pattons Brilliant - Black Dazzle69% Acrylic, 31% PolyesterUS 4 CircluarsThis was the first lace that I

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-29670343716140043622008-01-16T11:48:00.001-08:002008-01-16T11:49:33.981-08:00

A "How To" article on "How to Felt With Acrylic". ~Enjoy

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-83673752137214011492008-01-15T08:51:00.000-08:002008-01-15T09:51:17.217-08:00

First let me state, I do not vote. For all of the reasons that I do not vote, THIS is the biggest reason: I do not have enough unbiased information about the candidates to make a well informed decision.All you see and hear these days is about Hillary and Obama - OK, you MIGHT hear about the other Democratic runners, but only because Hillary and Obama are there in the story somehow.If I didn't

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-56324216250959823072008-01-03T13:34:00.000-08:002008-01-03T13:45:15.505-08:00

Today Neurotic Needles is one year old!I looked back at my very first blog and here is what I found:My yarn being hidden under the bed.Not taking enough pictures.Needing to organize my craft stuff.Needing to find a way to work faster.Sound familiar????? Well, THIS would be why my goals for this year are to be more ME oriented. With everything I DID get done this year, MY goals went virtually

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-84619199189340864502008-01-02T08:28:00.000-08:002008-01-02T09:27:21.093-08:00

So, my computer died. Not out right, it THINKS it is on, but it is "in a coma" - the hard drive is not doing anything. It came on, like always; I checked my email, like always; I responded, like always; I thought about starting my new blog, and the hard drive just stopped.Now, on a 10 year old laptop, I should have expected this. Running Windows '98, I am surprised that I could still find drivers

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-46824162052261711022007-12-31T14:49:00.000-08:002007-12-31T15:34:48.243-08:00

Just a few goals to share as the new year approaches.....1. Blog more. I have neglected and otherwise just wimped out on you all.2. More pictures. Again just pure laziness.3. Better protect my yarn from the feline molestation. Some people have moths, mine are just a bit larger. Anytime yarn is left out (actually any yarn EXCEPT acrylic - apparently Hanz is a yarn snob too) Hanz feels the

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-33538495147608786232007-12-25T17:40:00.000-08:002007-12-25T17:46:50.500-08:00

As blessed as I am, I am struggling to find the words to express the joy I hold in my heart today. So, I leave you with this, for those who are still struggling to find that perfect gift:"Christmas gift suggestions:To your enemy, forgiveness.To an opponent, tolerance.To a friend, your heart.To a customer, service.To all, charity.To every child, a good example.To yourself, respect."~Oren Arnold

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-43849504471528995122007-12-12T15:02:00.000-08:002007-12-12T15:36:31.257-08:00

The square joining "party" is this coming Saturday. If you haven't already RSVP'd, there is still time/room and we would LOVE to have you. I am bringing cookies and rumor has it there will be bagels and coffee as well. You can find more information here. If you CAN'T make it, you can always send us some 8" squares - crocheted or knitted - all the info is on the site. We have been blessed to have

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-1491481614452220742007-11-30T15:38:00.000-08:002007-11-30T15:53:56.022-08:00

It is no secret to those who know me that I am "just a little off". I take meds, I am no danger to (most of) society. (Hey, you read the blog title, what did you think you were getting into?!) But there are those little things that really just add to "the crazies" and, most recently, I did it to myself.So I put up this cute little map at the bottom of the page that puts a little dot to show

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-5233094531194805342007-11-29T12:19:00.000-08:002007-11-29T12:35:42.439-08:00

A new meaning for the Christmas colors.....RED means STOP and be thankful for the moment.GREEN means GO out and do nice things.Of course, I got this fro a Starbucks cup, but hey, it is the thought that counts, right??!AND, a Chistmas funnie, absconded from a Borders Bookstore ad: (Just to cover my butt, if you click on the picture it will bring you to their website.)

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-61424392229657574592007-11-27T10:08:00.000-08:002007-11-27T10:20:51.934-08:00

As I read my favorite blogs, I always take advantage of looking through what the author likes to read. Chances are that if I like their writing, we have similar interests, thus, I will like the posts that they read as well. Crafty Loca in her infinite conscienceness of balance, reads No Inpact Man. I have taken to reading him on occasion (my attention span wanes when there is no knitting

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-14098876374639862482007-11-23T18:28:00.000-08:002007-11-23T18:52:36.819-08:00

1. For my daughter's presence in my life. I could stop here and still be the most blessed person I know.2. For the new friends that I have made this year - there a A LOT of you - all of incredible quality and warmth. I could not have made the transition that I did without the input you have made in my life.3. For my knit group. I know I have neglected you the past few meetings, but you

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-4941995674731885532007-11-20T09:42:00.000-08:002007-11-20T10:36:37.061-08:00

OK, so I have been a little less than diligent in my blogging duties. And, unfortunately, I don't have any FOs to show you that may excuse me from my absence. I will, however, catch you up on the last month in hopes that we can regain some lost ground and get back into the swing of things.Well, as you probably already know, the fires were devastating to a large portion of San Diego County. My

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-50193195911343739622007-10-21T23:43:00.000-07:002007-10-22T00:50:03.047-07:00

I am sitting tonight with my knitting in hand watching hour after hour of the news. I have packed bags for myself, my babies and my room mate, who is California Highway Patrol. He is out helping with the evacuation process for the fires. Like the Cedar Fires in 2003, there isn't just one fire, but several. The winds are high, the humidity low.I was affected by the Cedar Fires. I lived in

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-56540476804732844262007-10-10T11:37:00.000-07:002007-10-10T11:39:49.344-07:00

Please join me and help make our World a better place through education and awareness.

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-76054065826726818242007-10-09T22:13:00.000-07:002007-10-11T13:00:30.266-07:00

SO many things going on in my world!!!Well, lets start with some new info over to the right ------->I have some craft shows coming up this month and next month. I will have a booth with Goldie Knits so come out and see us! For those of you wanting one of my DPN Holders, this will be the first opportunity to purchase one! I will have pictures up of the options later this week. Custom knitting bags

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-71633183556936847202007-10-05T19:18:00.000-07:002007-10-05T19:29:21.962-07:00

On October 6-7, stop by your local (San Diego) Starbucks and purchase one of these fall favorites: Caramel Macchiato, Chai Tea Latte or Pumpkin Spice Latte, Satrbucks will donate 25 cents to the Zoological Society at San Diego to support its conservation efforts around the world. ~Like you need an excuse!!

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-35860215163571760842007-09-29T15:24:00.000-07:002007-09-29T15:50:08.014-07:00

It is such a rare occasion these days to get truly great service. So, when you get it and the store you are in has great selection and prices, it would be sinful to let a trip there pass without giving them a little plug.I went to Fabric Discounters in the Miramar area (in San Diego) today and now I am kicking myself for waiting so long to go!!! They carry interior design fabrics - everything

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-48643298797866938242007-09-26T08:36:00.000-07:002007-09-26T08:45:21.777-07:00

Yesterday I received a truly disturbing comment (which I have since deleted) with the rantings of someone who (I hope) forgot to take their anti-psychotic meds. The comment was left anonymously. To whomever left the message - THIS IS NOT THE FORUM FOR YOU. Please take your message to rants and raves on Craigslist or somewhere else where people who are receptive to that kind of message go. I don't

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-70620241942794373082007-09-10T18:12:00.001-07:002007-09-10T20:27:08.480-07:00

Well, as I have mentioned before, I have skis for feet - really long, really thin. While I imagine that if the rest of my body was as long and thin I might might not be so whiny, having skinny feet makes it a bit difficult to find shoes that fit. Usually when I get the length large enough, they flop back and forth side to side. This can cause serious problems when you are wearing slides and live

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-38669115335672231492007-09-04T17:14:00.000-07:002007-09-04T19:56:02.389-07:00

For those of you that are in San Diego, I need not say more. I know that to the rest of the country, we sound like a bunch of whiners. When I moved here 12 years ago from the East coast, I was so won over by the weather that I never left - I gave up the seasons for the mild summers. I am now questioning my decision. Now, I love the cold. I love the rain. I am just a big baby when it comes to

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-50767883874798112032007-08-17T12:54:00.000-07:002007-08-17T14:47:30.158-07:00

A few weekends ago a few of us went on a "mini yarn crawl". We had such a great time with the organized trip the weekend before (all 20(?) of us) that we thought just 3 of us would be a great manageable spur of the moment thing. A fabric store (where we saw another Fiber Therapy member who had a similar idea), a Michael's and a yarn store later, we were in full tilt knitting mode when we were

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-24832799438726355192007-08-15T11:36:00.001-07:002007-08-17T14:49:27.001-07:00

OK, so if there are any of you in San Diego that have not signed up, I am holding a DPN/Baby Hat Class tonight at Fiber Therapy's monthly meeting. So many of out members are crocheters (AKA "want-to-be-knitters") that before diving into something a little more involved, we wanted to make sure we all at least had some basics down. Since I have never taught a knitting class before, it will be a

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-2931557683083471922007-08-11T19:20:00.000-07:002007-08-11T20:24:42.973-07:00

It has been a busy, busy week here and not a lot of knitting has happened. I will say that my new knitting friends (one in particular - you know who you are) have really been a huge support and I can see that I am not just making knitting buddies here but real friends. Thank you to ALL.I did have a few moments to meet up for coffee and finish up theseToe Up Anklet Socks by Rachel Calado for a

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-74316323346823807012007-08-07T20:15:00.000-07:002007-08-07T20:34:50.076-07:00

Has everyone seen the new MagKnits? Pink Champagne is super SEXY!! With its clingy fit and open back, all I have to do now is buy a body to go in it! Any one know a good plastic surgeon?Just kidding! - After all I am just a few pounds away from a mumu! Pattern coming soon!

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-53397134361708121662007-07-28T16:37:00.000-07:002007-07-28T17:34:39.327-07:00

... a s-m-a-l-l word...So, the lesson learned here is that sometimes 2" just isn't enough.(Ok ladies, minds out of the gutter!!)Since I hate swatching, if there isn't a way to incorporate a swatch into the beginning of my project (i.e. I can knit 20 or so rows of the pattern width in an hour or so), I will only swatch 2" x 2" - that is usually enough given my typical yarn and needle sizes. This

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Ok, so we ALL know the importance of swatching. And, truth be told I usually make a feable attempt - I don't wash and dry and block and do the hoky - poky and turn myself around - but I at least knit a 4" x 2" rectangle and make sure I am close.....THIS, is not close. THIS is what happens when you decide to change needle size and cast on in a rage. THIS is what happens when you take your

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So I spent the last 2 hours writing this great blog and I hit publish and it just DISAPPEARED!!!!! You will have to wait a little while longer for my new post... I think a pint of ice cream is in order first! GGRRRRRRRRRrrrrrrrrr............

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I know that it has been far too long since I have shared. It seems I have spent much more of my time starting projects than finishing them. So many in fact, that I could no longer start any new projects because all of my needles were already in use on partially completed projects. SO, time to get some work down, clear a path through the craft room and finish some of what I have started. In a past

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-89909409912277232842007-05-25T19:09:00.000-07:002007-05-25T21:55:52.807-07:00

Well, I am finally making some progress in my lengthy list of projects, UFOs and the endless pursuit to organize my creative outlets. Much like my eating habits, my eyes are MUCH bigger than what is good for me and I have a tendency to bite off more than I can chew, sometimes quite literally. I could be stranded on a desert island with the contents of my craft room and be content for years - by

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-36749100121751127072007-05-23T12:18:00.000-07:002007-05-23T17:05:51.002-07:00

Southern California has so many great places to hike that you could literally hike every weekend for several years and never hit all of them - AND if you did, many of the desert hikes drastically change each year due to flash flooding during the "wet season". Since it can get pretty hot out there, I am trying to eek out the last few East County hikes this month as the weather is getting warm very

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My friend surpised me with this great banner as well as a business card template with a picture she took. I do believe I will be doing some cooking for her this weekend. Thank you Deb!

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I have a tendency to get projects 90-95% done and then just STOP. Either in my head it is done and I run out of steam or worse I RUN OUT OF MATERIALS!!!!!That is what happened with this... The After Dark Nightie from Mason-Dixon Knitting(the T-shirt is because no one wants to see that much of my skin... thus the "after dark" part of the title) I didn't do as much open work on the top lace work so

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I will never buy socks again. I have finished my 2nd pair of socks and I can't figure out whether I enjoyed making them or wearing them more.The pattern is from http://knitty.com/ISSUEsummer06/PATTwiddershins.html called Widdershins by Brooke Chenoweth Creel (no cables)I used a Collinette colorway called Jitterbug on US 1 DPNsApprox. 129 yds. of 100% Superwash Merino - Color 128 - CastagneI used

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-56877930916861600092007-04-27T20:04:00.000-07:002007-04-27T20:39:05.065-07:00

Well, like I said, I couldn't wait to cast on those socks. I have been holding on to this pattern from because it is a down-to-Earth, every day pattern. There is enough pattern to not be plain and not so plain that I might as well have just bought them. Thuja Socks by Bobby ZieglerFree pattern from http://knitty.comChasing Rainbows Kona Superwash 100% Merino Wool22 sts/36 rows = 4" on US #3I only

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-29873784637966669242007-04-22T20:24:00.000-07:002007-04-22T21:33:25.477-07:00

So my friends went to Napa for their anniversary and somehow I ended up with a gift upon their return. I was surprised with a gift of the best kind of gift a knitter could get... beautiful sock yarn. (Remind me to encourage more travel!!) Rich, deep, jewel tones in a lush superwash. I couldn't get home fast enough to cast on! Of course, wouldn't you figure, with all the needles I have I am using

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-58089435362055925202007-04-20T12:44:00.000-07:002007-04-20T13:41:26.623-07:00

SO I have COMPLETELY neglected by blogging duties - not that I have had much to show. I HAVE finished 1 project... a small birthday gift for a new knitting friend.New knitters always need something to carry their accessories that they will inevitably collect. Of course, I had to throw in a few it get him started. Just in case you are wondering... yes, that is a letter opener. Why? you ask?

Lisahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02134627644734566588noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-206814910404312965.post-47340245098325921422007-04-02T18:17:00.000-07:002007-04-02T18:24:00.813-07:00

So I have no pictures - no noticeable progress on ANY of my projects. I have made a few new knitting friends over the past few weeks and they have been so motivating that I am struggling to concentrate on JUST ONE project. Fortunately since quite a few are small, I should be able to have a lot to show you next week, complete with pictures of course. The only thing I DID finish this week I

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