Monthly Archives: November 2010

A Week in Review

Posted on November 30, 2010 by

It has been something of a banner week for me.  Since last Monday I have finished off the projects for the Magic of Mohair Competion.  I photographed the projects on the next Saturday and edited and sent off the pictures … Continue reading →

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My Long Suffering Children!

Posted on November 30, 2010 by

I have the most patient of children!  As they grew up they heard – “Just one more row/round”;  “Let me finish this pattern repeat”;  “Not now, I’m counting”;  and other such statements!  Many times then and now Christmas gifts would … Continue reading →

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Almost There!

Posted on November 21, 2010 by

The project for the Vogue Magic of Mohair competion is almost there!  The knitting is done, the painting and then setting of the dyes is finished – OH my aching back!  The pieces are now drying.  Tomorrow I start the … Continue reading →

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Progress Report

Posted on November 16, 2010 by

Started the glove for the Wisteria Cuff pattern.  The beads are a little frostier than I expected – what looked white before threading really does look like frost on the the grey knitting!  I’m almost the finished the project for … Continue reading →

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The “Bead’s” the thing!

Posted on November 14, 2010 by

I love knitting with beads – I discovered this about 4-5 years ago and haven’t stopped since!  It shouldn’t have been a surprise – I have always loved a little sparkle and jewelry.  I think that we all have a … Continue reading →

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Yesterday I met….

Posted on November 11, 2010 by

A most interesting knitting designer.  His name is Abbott Smith and he designs under the name BlackSmith Knitting and I would describe him as a Renaissance man.  He is an artist, teacher, photographer, has done some blacksmithing, has made his own … Continue reading →

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Sunday Afternoon Knitting (in Football Season)! Just another quiet day.

Posted on November 7, 2010 by

It’s 11:00am Sunday morning and life is well in hand.  We started the day with a beautiful walk around Maffeo Sutton Park, followed by tea and breakfast.  Laundry has been started, grocery shopping is done, and gutter cleaning has been accomplished … Continue reading →

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