Hi!!!
I survived the move and am semi-settled here in Clarenville. Today is the second time I've been to the library; last round I updated a few things here and there.
In knitting news, I'm still working on my Peasy-easy. I started a hat that is boring me to tears; reverse stockinette in the rnd for 4" is evil :P But I started a lovely lace jacket ("Daydreams in Lace" by Brooke Nico, in Knitter's issue 100) using Knit Picks Palette in "majestic" a lovely purple shade. that is going quite well :)
In more exciting news, we learned last week that GBS (awesomest band in the universe) will be playing one show this summer in Torbay :) Me and my roomie are bound and determined to attend; we're making plans as we speak :)
That's all my news for now; hope everyone out there is well :)
TTFN
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
Thursday, February 23, 2012
So, I'm Really Doing This...
Less than a week until the big move!!!!!! I'm wavering between severe nerves and excitement. This time next week I will be on my way from St. John's to Clarenville.
Ok, no tears. Everyone has been making me cry lately; not intentionally but I honestly had no idea how many people would say they're going to miss me. I'm tearing up again; new subject!
On the knitting front, I'm working on another Pimpeliesse (Ravelry, free pattern) in Lion Brand Vanna's Glamour in "sapphire"; yes the yarn from the frogged Dragon Wings. I got inspired the other day and I have the better part of a new pattern designed when I should've been packing lol Oh well, gotta work when the mood strikes.
So this is most likely my last post from Regina. I'll write next from Clarenville, Newfoundland.
TTFN
Ok, no tears. Everyone has been making me cry lately; not intentionally but I honestly had no idea how many people would say they're going to miss me. I'm tearing up again; new subject!
On the knitting front, I'm working on another Pimpeliesse (Ravelry, free pattern) in Lion Brand Vanna's Glamour in "sapphire"; yes the yarn from the frogged Dragon Wings. I got inspired the other day and I have the better part of a new pattern designed when I should've been packing lol Oh well, gotta work when the mood strikes.
So this is most likely my last post from Regina. I'll write next from Clarenville, Newfoundland.
TTFN
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Sorry Everyone
Sorry, everyone! Both my blog and my email were hacked into :P So if you received anything weird from me recently, that is why. I hope I've got it taken care of now.
Saturday, January 21, 2012
Happy New Year (yeah it's late)
I'm afraid my computer is still down with a virus; wonder if its the same one that I had just before Christmas? ;)
It appears that I'll be having a bit of an adventure soon enough. An opportunity has come my way to relocate to the lovely province of Newfoundland and I find it impossible to let it pass. I know I always said I'd stay in Saskatchewan but things do change as one gets older. I've got a birthday looming and another year of nothing in my personal life to keep me here. That said, I will miss certain things but such is life.
On the knitting front, pictures of my Dahlia sweater can be seen above in the montage. It turned out beautifully and despite having 5 days of illness and not being able to knit, I finished it in exactly one month :) Currently working on a Clapotis (knitty.com, designer Kate Gilbert) for a birthday present and will start a pair of "smoking mitts" for a friend. They have a seperate fore-finger and thumb so you can do things outside in cold weather without removing your mitts and freezing your hands. Very practical.
I'd be remiss if I didn't comment on our lovely January weather. We've had windchill temperatures down to -47C this week. And just over a week before that we were sitting at +6C. Gotta love Saskatchewan winters lol Today, we're sitting at -11C; -22C with the windchill, so kind of balmy ;)
The fur-gang is fine and dandy. Am trying to locate a carrier of the required size so I can include Maureen on my adventure East. You honestly don't expect me to leave her behind, do you?
I think that's all my news that's fit to type. Keep warm all!
TTFN
It appears that I'll be having a bit of an adventure soon enough. An opportunity has come my way to relocate to the lovely province of Newfoundland and I find it impossible to let it pass. I know I always said I'd stay in Saskatchewan but things do change as one gets older. I've got a birthday looming and another year of nothing in my personal life to keep me here. That said, I will miss certain things but such is life.
On the knitting front, pictures of my Dahlia sweater can be seen above in the montage. It turned out beautifully and despite having 5 days of illness and not being able to knit, I finished it in exactly one month :) Currently working on a Clapotis (knitty.com, designer Kate Gilbert) for a birthday present and will start a pair of "smoking mitts" for a friend. They have a seperate fore-finger and thumb so you can do things outside in cold weather without removing your mitts and freezing your hands. Very practical.
I'd be remiss if I didn't comment on our lovely January weather. We've had windchill temperatures down to -47C this week. And just over a week before that we were sitting at +6C. Gotta love Saskatchewan winters lol Today, we're sitting at -11C; -22C with the windchill, so kind of balmy ;)
The fur-gang is fine and dandy. Am trying to locate a carrier of the required size so I can include Maureen on my adventure East. You honestly don't expect me to leave her behind, do you?
I think that's all my news that's fit to type. Keep warm all!
TTFN
Friday, December 2, 2011
I *Was* Doing Well...
Until my computer caught a virus and has been off for the passed bit. But I have lots of knitting finished :)
First off, both the Sparkle Sparkle Wings and the Shimmering Leaves were well received by H and S respectively :) I also started and finished another "Pimpeliesse" (entitled "Ocean's 11 Peasy-easy Scarfy-dealy" on Rav) for this year's GBS WinterAngels Gift Swap :) It turned out fabulous :) I used Zitron Trekking HandArt Flame in "sanisbar"; blues and greens, very oceany.
On a sad note, I've lost my Peasy-easy Scarfy-dealy :( Wore it to work Monday and it's disappeared no-one has seen it and I've checked the lost & founds of the mall, bus and library :(
On to happier events: I finished "Twisted Leaves" (knitty.com/Twisted by Jodie Gordon Lucas) :) I now have a properly fitting pair of my own handknit socks to enjoy this winter :)
Progress is slow but steady on both "Galaxy 660" (pattern: In The Pink) and "Kinelea Lace" (pattern: Ardrum) and I'm happy to say I'm taking a break from lace by knitting a sweater for myself. Currently titled "Teal Sweater" on my projects page, it's the "Dahlia" from knitty.com (designer: Mary Weaver) not sure which issue but it was 2007. It's a lovely top-down raglan with cabling in the 'skirt'. Am using Bernat Natural Blends Wool Blend in "New Teal" which is a lovely rich tone :)
I have 3 minutes left in my library time so I will tag this the next time I get a chance.
TTFN
First off, both the Sparkle Sparkle Wings and the Shimmering Leaves were well received by H and S respectively :) I also started and finished another "Pimpeliesse" (entitled "Ocean's 11 Peasy-easy Scarfy-dealy" on Rav) for this year's GBS WinterAngels Gift Swap :) It turned out fabulous :) I used Zitron Trekking HandArt Flame in "sanisbar"; blues and greens, very oceany.
On a sad note, I've lost my Peasy-easy Scarfy-dealy :( Wore it to work Monday and it's disappeared no-one has seen it and I've checked the lost & founds of the mall, bus and library :(
On to happier events: I finished "Twisted Leaves" (knitty.com/Twisted by Jodie Gordon Lucas) :) I now have a properly fitting pair of my own handknit socks to enjoy this winter :)
Progress is slow but steady on both "Galaxy 660" (pattern: In The Pink) and "Kinelea Lace" (pattern: Ardrum) and I'm happy to say I'm taking a break from lace by knitting a sweater for myself. Currently titled "Teal Sweater" on my projects page, it's the "Dahlia" from knitty.com (designer: Mary Weaver) not sure which issue but it was 2007. It's a lovely top-down raglan with cabling in the 'skirt'. Am using Bernat Natural Blends Wool Blend in "New Teal" which is a lovely rich tone :)
I have 3 minutes left in my library time so I will tag this the next time I get a chance.
TTFN
Saturday, October 22, 2011
Bits and Pieces of News
This is a bit of a catch up post. Bear with me; I'm supposed to be getting ready to dance.
I'll start with that since I mentioned it. Me and four of the other ladies in the Adult class at PGSID are dancing at a telethon for the Weyburn and Area United Way this afternoon. Our first performance of the 2011-12 season :) I'm sure we will rock the house. I also admit to being completely biased ;)
On the knitting front, Dianna is nearly finished and I've started another Pimpeliesse (check Rav; this is an awesome free pattern) for my GBS WinterAngel Exchange partner. A knitter from Connecticut :) It's going well. Dianna should be off the needles soon: I've got 3 sections left on this tier and then the border triangles.
I'm only going to say that work is a huge pain right now and is leaving me almost too exhausted to do anything.
And if you've peeked at the pics across the top of the page, you've probably guessed I'm getting my outfit for Hallowe'en settled. I'll be going to Bushwakker's Hallowe'en do on the 29th, to see the awesome band (And dear friends of mine) Rogairi. That's going to be a fab evening, for sure :)
Ok, that's all I've got and I've got 45 mins to round up dance shoes and all my what-not for this performance.
TTFN
I'll start with that since I mentioned it. Me and four of the other ladies in the Adult class at PGSID are dancing at a telethon for the Weyburn and Area United Way this afternoon. Our first performance of the 2011-12 season :) I'm sure we will rock the house. I also admit to being completely biased ;)
On the knitting front, Dianna is nearly finished and I've started another Pimpeliesse (check Rav; this is an awesome free pattern) for my GBS WinterAngel Exchange partner. A knitter from Connecticut :) It's going well. Dianna should be off the needles soon: I've got 3 sections left on this tier and then the border triangles.
I'm only going to say that work is a huge pain right now and is leaving me almost too exhausted to do anything.
And if you've peeked at the pics across the top of the page, you've probably guessed I'm getting my outfit for Hallowe'en settled. I'll be going to Bushwakker's Hallowe'en do on the 29th, to see the awesome band (And dear friends of mine) Rogairi. That's going to be a fab evening, for sure :)
Ok, that's all I've got and I've got 45 mins to round up dance shoes and all my what-not for this performance.
TTFN
Sunday, October 9, 2011
Happy Gobble-Gobble
Happy Thanksgiving, everybody :) Here in Canada, Thanksgiving is tomorrow. A day to think of the things we are lucky to have in our lives. Here's a list of the things I'm thankful for:
First and foremost: my friends; I'm truly blessed to have such people in my life. I love you all.
My job: pain in the butt though it can be, it still allows me to do quite a lot of things in my off time.
My LYS: fabulous service, beautiful yarns, inspiring and supportive. (For the record: Golden Willow Natural Fibers on 13th Ave, right across from the Cathedral)
My cat: just for being her cute furry self.
My health: I celebrated 5 years clear this spring :) That's an amazing feeling.
Have a great day, everyone :) The sun is shining here so I'm going to go for a walk. That's something else to add to my list: this beautiful fall day :)
TTFN
First and foremost: my friends; I'm truly blessed to have such people in my life. I love you all.
My job: pain in the butt though it can be, it still allows me to do quite a lot of things in my off time.
My LYS: fabulous service, beautiful yarns, inspiring and supportive. (For the record: Golden Willow Natural Fibers on 13th Ave, right across from the Cathedral)
My cat: just for being her cute furry self.
My health: I celebrated 5 years clear this spring :) That's an amazing feeling.
Have a great day, everyone :) The sun is shining here so I'm going to go for a walk. That's something else to add to my list: this beautiful fall day :)
TTFN
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