a note: I'm almost done with the Blogging from A-to-Z April Challenge! Check out all my AtoZ Challenge posts by clicking here. I have been knitting and reading and didn't want to wait until next week to jump back in with a WIP Wednesday update! I had to return the Candy book to the library.… Continue reading WIP Wednesday Catch up edition
Category: WIPs
Piles
Generally I am not a monogamous project knitter. I tend to have multiple projects going on at all times, piles of yarn in assorted states everywhere too. It suits me and my mood, unfortunately it likely drives the rest of the family nuts. I love working on a detailed project but there are times when… Continue reading Piles
Animals Sprouting
I have been working my tail off to get a moving on a few commissioned knits this week. One is the Sproutlette Dress, a sample knit for MarigoldJen. I am savoring working on this one - the yarn, a merino silk blend, is so lovely both in hand and the depth of the color! The… Continue reading Animals Sprouting
Looking for Color
Do you ever feel desperate for color? Where I live, by the time March rolls around you start to see a few daffodils or snowdrops here and there. It has just been too cold for too long and the piles of snow are not going anywhere fast. Today we were met with another few inches… Continue reading Looking for Color
Jump
Before I get to my knitting, today's shout out for #CHDAwareness is to the Jump Rope for Hearts programs you might hear about at the local schools. My daughter is participating to raise money for the American Heart Association to support research on children's heart conditions. This is a great cause (and if you're so… Continue reading Jump
Planning Ahead
Most of my knitting is currently under wraps. The baby gifts are coming along nicely, I finished a hat, and I did work in a few more rows on Dan's Socks. I also decided on my next projects for the second semester of Loopy Academy Freshman Year. I'll post more on that either when the… Continue reading Planning Ahead
After the Blizzard
For all the hype for "Blizzard 2015", I was happy to wake up to see snowfall amounts that were way less than forecast! We still have 15-18" of snow, shoveling to do, and the kids are going on their second day with no school. The power stayed on, the local plow guy was here early… Continue reading After the Blizzard
Secret Stitches
Last night I finished Love Anthony. The story is certainly heart-squeezing and I thought her portrayal of Anthony (the autistic boy / boy with autism) was unique. The story moments from his point of view made me think, but the rest of the story was sort of meh. I didn't cry or weep while reading… Continue reading Secret Stitches
Tinkering
This week I started reading Love Anthony by Lisa Genova, on loan from my MIL. I am not too far in and I am hooked enough that I am curious about the characters, but not overwhelmingly so. I am enjoying getting back into reading and am glad that we are trying to make it part… Continue reading Tinkering
As You Wish to be a Responsible Knitter
I'm devouring the As You Wish book but trying my best to savor it. This book is nothing but love for all the cast and crew and everyone involved in the making of the movie. It strikes me for a moment or two as odd, because what experience is that overwhelmingly positive?! On the other… Continue reading As You Wish to be a Responsible Knitter