BLARGH!

So finally out of frustration, I have had to create a second blog account just be a part of a team blog. Seems that you cannot link the old version of blogger with the new version. It was why I was having such a hard time putting the two together. Oh well, hopefully everyone will still be able to find me.

Beautiful Shedir

I had to work night shift this weekend and in between calls I was able to get some knitting done. I have been working continuously on a lace scarf for my mother in law. Then my fingers got the itch....I wanted...needed even to knit something for myself. And I remembered the lovely Rowan Tapestry yarn I picked up from The Yarn Lounge on Thursday.

This yarn is yummy! A scrumptious blend of wool and soybean protein fiber. It has a beautiful lustre with colors that variegate perfectly. I chose SH174 because it reminded me of autumn. Tawny brown with green and amber.

The pattern I used is from Knitty, called Shedir. I stretchy cabled hat that is a fun knit.

Shedir: US #3
Rowan Tapestry Shade 174
Variation: 4 Repeats of main body instead of 5, bind off in Row 82.

YAY ME!!!!

Ok, so Blogger is taking me abit of getting used to but I think I have the hang of it. The problem...I switched to Beta....and I am still stuck in Xanga mode. But I finally figured out how to set the code up for my buttons and link them properly...YAY ME!!!

Now if I can just get a chance to rub some stix together I can mark today as awesome possum.

Neglectful Me.

I have been neglectful in every sense of the word. I knit like a fiend. And yet I have not posted a single picture. I recently finished a beautiful cabled sweater from a Debbie Bliss pattern, two Noro patterns (one for the hubbie), a lace shawl to die for out of Kidsilk Haze, and 2 lace scarves in the works for the Mums for Christmas/Hanukkah.

Martin asked me what I wanted for Christmas....I said YARN! You know, the yarn you want to buy but lack the disposable income for. Sumptuous yarn...The stuff live in sweaters are made of. I want to make the Arisaig pattern from Knitty.com I think it is the Fall 2005 issue. I am trying to find a LYS that carries Jaeger Matchmaker 4 ply, but I think I will have to order it online if I cannot find something comparable.

I found a great LYS that I had no idea was even in Southside called Lettuce Knit. The store is well organized, well lit and downright cheerful. It was refreshing compared to a LYS that recently closed that I shall not name. I avoided going there at all cost due to rude staffing and overpriced product advertised as "discount". It was disheartening. I think they would have done well were it not for the staff. This newer one, Lettuce Knit in Stoney Point is great. The Yarn Lounge is also great, found in Carytown. I always stop by there when we go to Sticky Rice for sushi. Huge selection of natural fibers and extremely helpful staff. I have yet to make use of their lounge area though it looks rather inviting.

With works long hours and the long commute, I have not met too many people in Richmond. So I have decided to make the time. I want to hook up with a local knitting group. How cool would it be to find people who share my passion!?!

When I first got into knitting 2 years ago, my hubbie thought it was hokey and old ladyish. But now, he usually tells people about it before I have the chance. I remember my grandmother knitting, I think I was about 5 or 6. She used to make the most beautiful ornaments knit out of cotton then crystallized with sugar. I knew how to do the knit stitch and of course both my mother and grandmother taught me to crochet.

So when I picked it up again, well I taught myself continental. It was easier and more natural for me. I was used to the yarn running through my fingers on the left hand.

Project: Katy from Debbie Bliss Cotton Angora

Yarn substituted - Debbie Bliss Aran Tweed

Ok, so I created this blog to post my knitting projects and and meet other fellow knitwits. But I have been so far behind as of late. My husband and I just purchased our first home which has been exciting and extremely hectic. So I have decided that as soon as I get things unpacked, I am going to upload some pictures of my completed projects and works in progress. My fingers are just itching to get back to work!

Happy knitting all!
Kimmy