I mentioned previously that I had started a new pair of Jaywalkers. Here is the progress so far. You can't really see from the pictures, but I did a picot edge instead of ribbing as called for in the pattern. It was my first attempt at picot, and I am pleased at how it ... Read More about Picot in Snow
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Recipe Swap for a Snowy Day
Normally I would hate this weather. Snowy and cold, blecchh. However, now that I don't have to drive to work anymore, I don't mind so much. This morning I put flannel sheets on the bed. If you don't have flannel sheets, get some immediately. They're so cozy in the ... Read More about Recipe Swap for a Snowy Day
Project Progress
Here's what's on the needles: 1) Swallowtail Shawl--I've completed the Lily of the Valley 1 chart. Those nupp stitches are a bitch to do, but I made it through that chart relatively unscathed. I only had to rip back once. Lifelines are fantastic! 2) My So-Called Scarf--I still ... Read More about Project Progress
I’m Not Perfect
Liam's birth announcements and newborn pictures. Still sitting on the coffee table, two months after his birth. I am completely hopeless when it come to stuff like this. Thank you notes, Christmas cards, invitations, etc. I rarely get them out in a timely manner if at ... Read More about I’m Not Perfect
Splintered
I like wood needles. I knit with them almost exclusively. Metal needles, nope. Plastic? No thanks. I like my Crystal Palace needles. Then this happens. See that deep ridge where that huge honkin' splinter came from? See the huge honkin' splinter? ... Read More about Splintered