Sunday, December 30, 2007

Monkey Socks Here I Come!






Check out the Lorna's Laces I scored on eBay! I think I paid around $21 for 2 skeins of Child's Play. Aren't the colors just yummy? I think this yarn wants to be made into Moneky Socks!!!

I plan on joining the Lime and Violet Finish-it-up-along '08 over on Ravelry. I've got 3-4 projects on the needles that need to get finished up.

1. The Earflap Hat

2. The Tuxedo Pillow (A knitty gritty pattern. It's on the knitty gritty website (www.diynetwork.com) and on Ravelry. This is the second one I'm doing. Here's the first.)


3. Cherry Blossom Socks. (They just need binding off; see the previous post.I'm using this pattern..... (http://wendyknits.net/knit/FingeringweightSocks.pdf) and the Cherry Blossom sock yarn by Cherry Tree Hill.)

4. The Perfect Sweater (It's a Mason-Dixon sweater pattern that goes all the way up to 4x but I'm making the 3x for my sweetie. Do a search for it on Ravelry. I'm using Red Heart Soft yarn in Wine...it's the only acrylic I like and my SO is allergic to wool.

5. The Wonderful Wallaby

Thursday, December 27, 2007

How about a FO?




Check out my finished Everlasting Bagstopper!! I used Lion Brand Cotton in Purple (a rich, eggplant-y kinda purple. Right now it's hanging up full of socks yarn. Yay me!

Cherry Blossom Sock


Cherry Blossom Sock
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
I don't even know where to begin with these socks. I love the yarn and it knit up pretty quickly. I'm using a basic toe-up pattern (these are my first toe -up socks) and I think I've just been rushing the socks just to have a new FO. I cast off too quickly and tightly. I get the right sock done and try to take a pic and I cant even get the sucker around my ankle the bind off is sooooo tight! I can't believe it. I got so frustrated and angry at the sock and myself, I just flug it across the room. I've been a bit moody the last few days too; I dont know why.


Also, since this yarn came in just a big ol' hank I wasnt sure where to stop and where to begin the next sock. Hindsight being 20/20 I realize I should have weighed and seperated the hank to make 2 equal socks. The next time I buy yarn like that, I'll be sure to do it. This was my birthday yarn; purchused from The Loppy Ewe. Cherry Tree Hill, colorway: Cherry Blossom. The last pair of socks was Lorna's Laces and since you have to buy 2 skeins of that to make two socks its pretty easy to know where to stop; assuming your going toe-up. I think I'll get better with my next pair. I'm pretty sure I'm gonna do toe-up. I'm dying to try the Monkey socks or something along those lines. I just need to learn PATIENCE and a more elastic bind-off. Wish me luck!!!

Thursday, December 20, 2007

Christmas Concert

Aija's school has a Holiday Concert today. The 1st and 2nd graders (thats us!) were singing Santa Clause Rock. I thought it was so cute to see all the kids get up and sing. The kindergarteners (sp?) were esp. cute.


Monday, December 17, 2007

Tis the season....





I let the heathens make gingerbread cookies last weekend. I thought they came out rather well. They could have been a bit more moist for my taste but other than that they did a great job. Now on to the gingerbread house. Because everyone knows....Gingerbread people need somewhere to live, right?

Friday, December 7, 2007

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year!

*singing* It's the most wonderful time...of the yearrrr..... I love Christmas time. And not only is my favorite holiday on the way but ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, folks of all ages...IT'S ALSO CRUNCH TIME!! It's about 18 days until Christmas and that means KNITTING 24 HOURS A DAY to get all gifts done! I have a just a few gifts to finish, what about you?

1. A scarf (which I will now refer to as the Never-Ending-2x2rib-Scarf-Of-Doom)for my father-in-law, the hat to this set is already done. Would you like to see it being modeled on my sweetie?




2. A hoodie for my neice. My daughter and niece wanted matching hooded sweatshirts; my daughters is done already in a light pink and my nieces is barely a waistband at this point in dusty lilac.






3. The Perfect Sweater (pattern can be found on Ravelry by the Mason-Dixon Girls) for my sweetie. At this point, it's only the back panel of a sweater. She doesn't mind if it's late, she already has a pair of socks done. Also, for Christmas.


I made good use of Stitch N Bitch night tonight by working on these projects, but. Um. I accidently cast on the Everlasting Bagstopper (pattern found in Knitty) for myself in a deep, rich purple Lion Brand Cotton. Oops. THATS NOT CHIRSTMAS KNITTING!!! I couldn't help it! It's a great bag, not just for carrying gorceries either. I see myself riding my adult sized tri-cycle in late spring with this bag slug over my shoulder full of fresh fruits and veggies. Also a fresh bagette of french bread inside. To sit at the park with. This is the perfect bag for those activities. Of course, summer is quite a bit off, I know. Ahem. Back to the Christmas knitting....

Thursday, December 6, 2007

A little snow, a little cake and a BIG birthday



My birthday was the 4th and I had a pretty good time. My beloved listened to every single, not-so-subtle hints I dropped and bought me a ball winder and swift. I've spent the last 2 days playing with my new toys. I had lemon cake (yum-o!)
and a VERY delicious taco dinner. All in all, it was a VERY good birthday. Age, you ask? I'll never tell! *wink*

It has also been snowing the last few days. Molly doesnt like to go down into the snow to pee or poop so that dog of mine has been pooping on the PORCH!!! BAD DOG!!!

Sunday, December 2, 2007

I love free stuff!





Okay. So. I'm a member of a Freecycle in my area. If you don't know what Freecycle, google it...I'm sure there is one in your area. Anyway, usually the stuff on Freecycle is stuff that people either don't want/need to get rid of/don't want to sell @ a yard sale. And normally I just wade thru the crap (because there is ALOT of crap to wade thru) and EVERY now and again you'll find a jewel. Like FREE YARN AND FREE CROCHET BOOKS!!! And seriously, I didn't even know Singer MADE knitting kits, did you? Even tho it's acrylic and not really a pattern I'm interested in, I thought I could use the yarn in the kit to make Molly a sweater since it's getting pretty nippy outside. Every cute doggie needs a sweater right?

Saturday, December 1, 2007

I'm just not sure....



I'm not sure how crafty I am. Am I destined to just be a knitter? I S-U-C-K @ crochet, I don't do crosstitch, and I can't sew on a machine to save my life. Remeber the sewing machine I was given? Well, I haven't exactly figured out how to use it. I've had it for weeks now and it just sits in my dining room mocking me. Most of the time it whispers to me that even 5 year olds in 3rd world countrys can stitch Nikes on a sewing machine. Which is true, but not very helpful. I've fiddled with the buttons, etc and fucked something up because everytime I think I'm just humming along something freaky happens and the needles snaps in half. WTF?! I mean, how hard can this possibly be? I really need someone to just sit beside me show me what I'm doing wrong and what I should be doing right. You know? Also, I think I need to whip out the permanent marker and mark the knobs, etc. *sigh* So sad, I swear. Exactly how in the heck am I supposed to learn steeks if I don't have a machine to practice on?!

I guess on the bright side, I am pretty good at painting useless objects bought in craft stores in a frenzy with a hot 40% off coupon in my hand.

Friday, November 30, 2007

Bad, Bad Week

I've had SUCH a bad week it's hard to even explain the happenings that have been going on.

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Today's Funny

A soldier ran up to a nun. Out of breath he asked, "Please, may I hide under your skirt. I'll explain later."

The nun agreed.

A moment later two Military Police ran up and asked, Sister, have you seen a soldier?"

The nun replied, "He went that way."

After the MP's ran off, the soldier crawled out from under her skirt and said, "I can't thank you enough Sister. You see, I don't want to go to Iraq.

The nun said, "I understand completely."

The soldier added, "I hope I'm not rude, but you have a great pair of legs!"

The nun replied,

"If you had looked a little higher, you would have seen a great pair of balls....I don't want to go to Iraq either."

Saturday, November 24, 2007

morebuses



morebuses
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Erie is FILTHY with Canadian shoppers right now.




So we go out shopping on Black Friday and of course the shopping is C-R-A-Z-Y but thats not my rant. What is UP with Canadians who come over here to America and BYPASS New York to shop in PA?! I know the whole "no-tax-on-clothing" thing is exciting to them but isnt the Canadian dollar doing better than the American dollar? And since they are taking buses like these over here to shop, I mean how much do they pay to ride that bus? Isn't it about the same amount to ride the bus here to shop AS THE AMOUNT THAT YOU ARE SAVING IN TAXES? Someone let me know if I'm wrong. And to top it all off...THEY ARE BUYING UP EVERYTHING!!!! It's getting to the point where an American citizen like myself can't buy a decent pair of boots without tripping over 8 folks from the Great White North. I swear! If it aint the Yarn Harlot, I don't wanna have nothing to do with it. LOL Oh and maple candy...cause that stuff is GOOD!!!

Sunday, November 18, 2007

Hello Kitty KAL

If your a member of Raverly and love Hello Kitty like I do...here's a mystery KAL featuring Hello Kitty, herself!

http://hellokittykal3.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

Food For Thought...

"Properly practiced, knitting sooths the troubled spirit. And it doesn't hurt the untroubled spirit, either."

Elizabeth Zimmerman

Monday, November 12, 2007

Check me out!!!


sewingmachine1
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Take a look at my "new-to-me" sewing machine I got from the Erie, PA freecycle!!! Now I can molest even more fiber/cut fabric!!! I can't wait to try steeking!

Saturday, November 10, 2007

secretpal2


secretpal2
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Check out another great secret pal gift!




My pal knows me REALLY well! Beautiful fushia sock yarn, bamboo sock needles (I HEART BAMBOO!!), and all sorts of Hello Kitty stuff. I'm going to use the Hello Kitty sticky notes for marking patterns in magazines so I don't ruin them and the other notes are going into my knitting bag. The soap smells wonderful. Thank you soooo much SP!!!

Friday, October 5, 2007

Thanks Secret Pal!!!


SecretPal1
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
What a wonderful gift!




Okay I know I'm a little late but I recieved my first Secret Pal gift in the mail on Wednesday! Check it out! 3 skeins of wool to make a felted bag (pattern included), some yummy chocolate/caramel candies, a knitting magazine (I can't wait to try the family mitten pattern inside), and a pretty pink bag to hold small projects (Like socks!!!). Thank you so much SP!!!

Saturday, September 22, 2007

Yarn Shop Review


vicky'sknittingstudio
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
A visit to Victoria's Yarn Shoppe.



A fibery good time was had on Friday when I visited Victoria's Yarn Shoppe. This is a yarn store I stumbled upon; located at 8 E. Main Street in beautiful Girard, PA 16417. Actually, Mary called them a few weeks ago looking for a yarn baller and swift. I had never been to the shop but had heard about it, so off we went on a beautiful Friday afternoon.

The owner is Vicky Foster and she is about the nicest woman ever. She also invited me to the Sit and Knit night they have @ the shop on Monday nights from 6-8pm. This is only one pic I got (I accidently erased the others) of the wall o' yarn in her shop. Vicky carrys beautiful yarns; the standard fare such as Tofuties, Regia sock yarns and some craft store types of yarn like Paton's Wool, etc. She also has lots of examples of her knitting around the store. She showed me around the store, introduced me to some of the ladies that happened to be in the shop, and invited me to have a seat at the table in the back of the store where she, herself, was knitting. She seemed quite intrested in what I was knitting and we had a spontaneous Stitch n Bitch while I worked on my Sock of Doom (The Purple Haze Lorna's Laces socks) and she worked on a hangbag to be felted.

Check her store out! She accepts cash and checks; no credit cards or web page as of yet. She's only about 15-20 minutes from Erie (30 for me cause I drive kinda slow). You'll enjoy yourself.

Thursday, September 20, 2007

Top Ten

Top 10 Signs You're On A Bad Diet

10. You're not allowed to eat during months with an "R" in them.

9. You're told to replace food with crack.

8. Company sent you a funhouse mirror to make you look thinner.

7. It's a Dr. Phil diet and after two weeks you look exactly like Dr. Phil.

6. You're sweating cottage cheese.

5. If you follow it faithfully, they promise you'll lose two pounds in the next 12 years.

4. You're only allowed to eat Ukranian foods rich in dioxin.

3. Sure, you'll lose weight, but you're also a foot shorter.

2. It's the Atkin's Diet----the Chet Atkins diet.

1. Your ass has gone from Jennifer Lopez to Kirstie Ally.

-----David Letterman

Wednesday, September 19, 2007

Arghhhh!!! Todays the Day!!!

'ello me hearties!!! Today 'tis Talk Like A Pirate Day!!! I can't wait to pull on me some ARRRGGGHHHHHgyle socks and run around talking like a pirate!! Iffen folks don't wanna play along, make 'em walk the plank!

And here is todays Offical Talk Like A Pirate Pattern.....

http://www.talklikeapirate.com/download/bootybag.pdf

Monday, September 17, 2007

Sheep1


Sheep1
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Seen at the Albian Area Fair.




These little sheep were @ the Ablain Area Fair that I attended with the family (in-laws included!) Aren't they cute??

Friday, September 14, 2007

Check it out!

Folgers Gourmet Selections. Get A Free Sample
Well. It finally happened. My best friend I am have broken up. *sigh* 5+ good years we had together, although I have to admit, she was used when I bought her from Rent-A-Center. *snif* That's right, boys and girls, my big screen TV finally bit the dust on Tuesday. *wailing* Ohhhhh for the love of God!!! Whyyyyyy?! We made it thru the good times (Kill Bill Vol 1 and 2 in surround sound) and bad times (when Aija drew on your screen with a pink crayon) together. You were with me, Big Screen, when I first discovered Knitty Gritty. And now...well...your going to the Big Living Room In the Sky. I sure am gonna miss you. I mean, sure I'll go shopping for a new big screen next week, but until then....I'll be watching 32 little inches on the bedroom tv. It just won't be the same, I know! All this plus the war in Iraq. I just don't know how I'm going to go on!!!!

Tuesday, September 11, 2007

Please Allow Me To Introduce Myself....

To some, I am just Sinnomen Wakefield-Jones, the author of this blog. But to most, I am known as THE MISTRESS OF ART OF FELTING!!!!! *evil laugh* Okay. Not really. Only in my mind, maybe. *ctfu* I do enjoy the felting, tho I might say.

Recently, I've been getting my felting on with numerous projects such as the felted house slippers in the Knit 2 Together book by Tracy Ulman and Mel Clark. As seen here======>
http://www.amazon.com/Knit-Together-Patterns-Stories-Knitting/dp/1584795344/ref=pd_bbs_1/103-3988378-8093437?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1189532869&sr=1-1


Once I had gotten my mind wrapped around what the pattern wanted me to do, they were a faily easy knited item which I am enjoying quite a bit.

I also decided to knit myself a Booga Bag with a matching felted hat with a simple crocheted border. Now don't ask me why I bothered with a crocheted border when the whole damn thing was going to be felted. I don't know what I was thinking, other than wanting the bag and the hat to match.

I think I like felting so much for a few reasons.....

1. Since I am still a fairly new kniter (less than a year) I still make mistakes and it take everything in my being to go back and fix them. Felting hides LOTS of mistakes!

2. Wool is a pretty cheap fiber for the most part. Most craft stores such as Michaels, AC Moore, Joann Fabrics, and even Walmart carry some cheapie version of it like Lion Brand. Not that there is anything wrong with Lion Brand Yarn, I think it's a good felting wool. I'm just not sure I would want to wear it in a garment against my skin.

3. Felted wool fabric is VERY strong. If your making a hand bag of some sort, you can stuff it full of shit and not worry about it breaking, etc.



hat

Saturday, September 8, 2007

Thursday, September 6, 2007

Oh. My. Gawddddd!!!!

New iPods and iPhone Price Cuts
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Apple announced a refresh to the entire iPod line: the major story is a touch-sensitive 3.5-inch widescreen iPod that looks a lot like the iPhone and has Wi-Fi built into it. Users will be able to download content directly to the new iPods from the iTunes store using Wi-Fi networks — no computer necessary. The iPod Touch comes in a $299, 8GB model and a $399, 16GB model. The iPod touch will be available for purchase in mid to late September.
The addition of video to the Nano brought a major design change for Apple's most popular music player. The new Nano is a lot shorter than its predecessor, but to accommodate the new 2-inch wide screen, it's stretched a little wider. The 4GB model retails for $149, the 8GB model for $199. There are also 5 new colors for the Nano including a Product Red Nano that benefits the fight against AIDS in Africa.The old iPod Video is now called the iPod Classic. It now comes in silver and black, it's case is all metal, and it's a little thinner than the previous iPod. The 80GB model retails for $249, the new 160GB model retails for $349.The iPod shuffle has 5 new colors including its own Product Red version. It still has 1GB of storage and retails for $79. The new iPod Classic, Nano, and Shuffle will be available starting September 8th.Finally the 8GB iPhone is getting a monster price cut. It debuted at $599, but is now being offered for $399. A software upgrade for the iPhone will also give it access to the Wi-Fi enabled iTunes store.While some were disappointed that Steve Jobs didn't announce a brand new innovative product beyond our wildest imagination, I am personally thrilled at the price cuts. For most people, the prices on the iPhone and the video models of the iPod were ridiculously prohibitive. I like Steve Jobs' new model for the Nano, "It's a little video for everyone."

Tuesday, September 4, 2007

Koolaid Yarn 2.0


koolaidyarn2
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Here I am dying yarn again with koolaid. I love doing this on days when I'm really bored. I just yank yarn already in the stash and slap koolaid on it. From the left is Pink Lemonade/Lemon-Lime (I'm calling it Tutti Frutti), the middle hank is dyed with cornflower blue wilton's dye (I'm calling it Evening Sky); and the hank on the right is dyed with Lemon-Lime/Berry Blue/Pink Lemonade (called Cotton Candy).

What say you, dear readers?

Saturday, August 25, 2007

Today's Random Question

Is it appropriate to pass gas in a public restroom? What about doing the number 2 in public? Let's discuss...

Friday, August 24, 2007

Upcoming Holiday!

Okay. Seriously. Check this out. I am *so* celebrating Talk Like A Pirate Day! Arghhhh!!!


http://www.talklikeapirate.com/piratehome.html

Yarnporn


4seasons
Originally uploaded by Sinnomen1977
Okay, gang, you want yarn porn I'll give ya yarn porn. This is an 50% acrylic/50% cotton blend I picked up in Oklahoma while on vacation. I used it recently in a cardi for my 6 months old neice Gabby.

I'm A Ravelry Crackhead!!!!

Well I finally got my invite to join the online community of Ravelry. I'm offically cracked out over this site. I was up until 3am 2 nights ago checking the site out, joining groups, and slapping pictures up left and right. I love this place! I like to think of it was basically Myspace for knitters but like 100X better. Once it is open to the public, it's gonna be CRAZY over there! Also, if my secret pal is reading this....I've updated my SP11 questionaire and my ravelry screen name is sinnomen1977

TTFN

Monday, August 6, 2007

SP11 Quiz

Secret Pal 11

Here are is the questionnaire for SP11. Please be sure to post it in a spot on your blog where your pal can easily find it. Since your pal will use this to help create your packages you'll want to have it posted to your blog no later than August 15th.

1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? I like cotton/wool blends, of course wool b/c I love to felt things and alpaca....I'm not a fan of mohair, however.

2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? I have quite a few needles in glass vases on my dining room table and some in a folder that zips up and fits in my knitting bag.

3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced? I've been knitting about 6 months but crocheting for 10+ years. I'm a beginner in both however....and a much better knitter than crocheter for some reason.

4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? I sure do!

5. What's your favorite scent? Hmmm....shea flower by Bath & Body Works. I love fresh, clean scents; not too flowerly. And I don't mind smelling like food either. LOL

6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? Not much but when I do eat candy...I like chocolate and caramel together. I love salty snacks like cashews, chex mix, etc.

7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin? I don't spin but I do paint, cook, I love to bake, sew, and read alot.

8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD) Yep. I have an off-brand mp3 player than I LOVE. I listen to alot of old-school, r&b, lot's of pop, etc. I don't listen to alot of rap but I do listen to some and a pinch or two of country.

9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand? I'm not a fan of brown but PINK is my signature color.

10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? I'm married with a 18 y.o step-son, 16 y.o step son and a 7 y.o. daughter. I also have a little puppy (she's a shiz zu....am I spelling that right?) named Molly.


11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? Sure do!

12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? I knit LOADS of handbags.

13. What are you knitting right now? A cardi for my 5 month old neice, a pair of socks, a pillow cover, and finishing a tank top for myself.

14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts? Love 'em!

15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic? Str8 bamboo are the best...I like bamboo circulars too. I can't stand aluminum knitting needles but like 'em for crochet. Weird.

16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? I wish! LOL...I've been trolling eBay looking for one as a matter of fact...

17. How old is your oldest UFO? A month or so I guess....

18. What is your favorite holiday? Christmas

19. Is there anything that you collect? Besides yarn?? LOL Anything Hello Kitty.... I even have a Hello Kitty tattoo on my ankle.

20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have? I have the Vogue Stitchinary books on my Amazon lists. I also want the Maggie Sefton knitting mysteries....I bought the last one from Amazon but havent finished it yet. I read Knit.1, Interweave Knits, Knit Simple, Knit Style.

21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn? I'd love to learn Fair isle

22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? I'm knitting my first pair of socks right now so I've been on the look-out for great sock yarn. I wear a size 10 shoe.

23. When is your birthday? December 4th

24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID? Finally got in...I'm sinnomen1977 there.

Friday, August 3, 2007

Greetings from the mistake on the lake!!! I am back from a FAB-U-LOUS vacation and continuing to knit my little life away. I've finished the front panel of the Tuxedo Pillow and now I am working on the back panel(s). Also, I bought the most bee-u-ti-ful lavender/purple sock yarn (Lorna's Laces) while I was in Oklahoma City. Now I've never attempted a sock before but everytime I see one knitted up or the yarn, I'm just itching to try it out. So I'm using the LL yarn purchused @ Carol's Knitting Studio. She's not on the web (hey, Carol? Join the rest of us in the 21st century why don't ya?) but here's the address if you are ever in OKC.

Carol's Knitting Studio
9300 S. Penn Ave.
Okc, OK 73159
(405) 691-0892

She doesn't take plastic (!!!!!!!WHAT??????) but will accept checks (even out of state one's !!!!!WHAT?????) and cash, of course. She has the most beautiful, warm, inviting and MEGA-friendly shop. I thought she was very helpful, indeed.

Anyway...back to my sock. I'm using the pattern/recipe from the Yarn Harlot's book. It was also done up on a recent episode of Knitty Gritty. Ya'll know how much I love that show! I took a picture for ya'll to see, too!

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Anyhoo, it's coming along nicely I think. I'll post better pics later. Here's the pattern if anyone is interested...

http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/na_knitting/article/0,2025,DIY_14141_5489009,00.html

http://www.lornaslaces.net/

Wednesday, July 18, 2007

On the needles....

Right now I'm working on this....http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/na_knitting/article/0,,DIY_14141_4842286,00.html The Tuxedo Pillow. Now I did change the colors; just trying to make it a little more me and doing my thang. It's in my computer room, because it's computer room knitting. LOL....yes I have knitting that is designated for certain rooms, etc. This is one of 3 projects I work on when I'm actually sitting at the computer. So, yea, it's a little slow going right now. Here's a pic....


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I know. It's a little boring. But it's getting there!


Here's a finished one....

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Wednesday, July 11, 2007

The Dog Days of Summer

I'm not sure about where you are, but it has been hot as HELL in Erie for the past week or so. We were so damn hot yesterday; it was like 95-96 damn degrees outside @ NOON. We were just miserable, bored and frustrated. We just chucked it all and packed the kids and the cooler up and headed out to Waldermeer. (http://www.waldameer.com/) Of course the kids had fun, got wet and cooled off. I guess we just need a little rest and relaxation and a chance to spend a little quality time together. Branden brought a friend and Aija, Mary and I just had a wonderful time. Mary's a little burnt and Aija and I are a little darker than we started with but I think all and all, a fun time was had by everyone!

Late last night we also went to see 1408. We had some free tickets and decided to go and see it before it ended up at the Dollar Movies. I can't say it was the scariest thing I've seen (That would be a tie between the Blair Witch project and the Exorcist) but it was decent although I didn't too much care for the ending.

Friday, June 29, 2007

My Summer Reading List

Of course quite a few of these are knitting books, but there are a few fiction/non-fiction I'm looking at right now.
  1. One-skein wonders by Judith Durant
  2. How To Knit by Debbie Bliss
  3. Easy Afghans by Trisha Malcolm
  4. Vogue Knitting Accessorize
  5. Weekend Knitting by Melanie Falick
  6. Family Circle Easy Plus Size Knits by Trisha Malcolm
  7. Hip Hats and Cool Caps by Afya Ibomu
  8. Chic Knits by Maria Williams
  9. Thriller edited by James Patterson
  10. Lion Brand Yarn Vintage Styles for Today
  11. Big Book of Knitting by Katharina Buss
  12. Mother of Purl: friends, fun, and fabulous designs @ Hollywood's knitting circle by Edith Eig
  13. Knitting Lessons: tales from the knitting path by Lela Nargi
  14. Knit & crochet ponchos, wraps, capes, and shrugs! by Edie Eckman
  15. Knitting loves crochet by Candi Jensen
  16. Fast Knits Fat Needles by Sally Harding
  17. Vogue Knitting Baby Blankets
  18. Minnies: quickknits for babies and toddlers by Jil Easton
  19. For The Love Of Knitting: a celebration of the knitter's art by Kari Cornell

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Thought Of The Day

"As we grow older and realize more clearly the limitations of human happiness, we come to see that the only real and abiding pleasure in life is to give pleasure to other people."-----P. G. Wodehouse

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