You knitters already know this, but for any woodworkers or bird watchers who might have ended up here, let me say that if you’ve never worn a pair of handmade socks, hurry up and befriend a knitter! There’s nothing better. I finished these yesterday. The yarn is yummy …
It’s so sad when good blogs go bad. Not bad bad – but quiet, less active, un-updated. You know what I mean. It’s hard not to take it personally, at least a little. And there’s that hole where all the good stuff used to be. I adored Crochet With Raymond. …
Dear Knitters, Here are some things I’ve learned since the last time we talked. 1. It is a seriously bad idea to try to hold onto a cat who doesn’t want to be held onto. 2. Wearing Crocs in the mud . . . just don’t. 3. Indoor plumbing is …
Do you ever feel like there’s so much data coming your way from so many different channels that your brain might explode? I read something a couple of years ago that explored the theory that humans can only care deeply about individuals up to a certain number and that, beyond …
Guess what. Jean Miles has started a new, once-in-a-lifetime lace shawl, the Unst Bridal Shawl. Can you believe it? As I mentioned in an earlier post, I’m currently following along in 2006 as Jean knits the Princess Shawl, and the whole idea of this kind of immense project has taken …
Happy New Year! May your 2014 be filled with health, happiness, and plenty of knitting! P.S. I think I’m going to be okay with that extra stitch in my Lizard Ridge. It’s not something I’d want to get used to, but I’m pretty sure I can roll with it …
