Category Archives: Knitting

For this I am thankful.

Today is Thanksgiving. It is a day to stop and reflect upon the bounties in your life. This morning I am reminded that I have many things to be thankful. This week I spent time cleaning my studio. The messy … Continue reading

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That New Electronic Gadget

It is three days until Black Friday. A term I never heard in my youth is now as common as mistletoe when describing the holiday season. Our economy depends on this season. For an artist, it is important to take … Continue reading

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Be Not Afraid…

Today is World Wide Knit in Public Day 2010. We are not here to harm you. Have it be known, that we are a peaceful people who prefer to sit quietly, lulled by the soft clicking of our needles. We … Continue reading

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What’s With The Hat-itude You’re Wearing?

With the help of Olivia, I’m learning to be gracious with a little Hat-itude. Now you know why I’m wearing this Hat-itude! Continue reading

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Nothing Could Be Finer

Its cold outside. I’m sure its the same all over the US. What would you expect for the early weeks of January? Sometimes the best thing to do on a cold day is just stay under the covers, especially if … Continue reading

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Stop Monkey-ing Around

Oh Dear…I’m at it again. Some twenty years ago, I thought it would be cool to make all the nieces and nephews a cool Rockford Sock Co. Sock Monkey. I know one of those simians is still rooming around this … Continue reading

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Rough and Ready

No…not thinking about my heart throb Trace Adkins. Well, now that I think of it maybe I am. What a hunk! Anyway, back to today’s post… When I’m speaking of Rough & Ready, I’m talking about my hands. Geez, the … Continue reading

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Mission Accomplished

I know sometimes we’re harder on ourselves than we should be. Over the months of November and December, I felt like I hadn’t accomplished much creatively. There’s always that “other” idea in my head that yearns for me to turn … Continue reading

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Happy Null Nine!

Oh how I tried to stay awake for the new year. Unfortunately, we fell asleep in front of the TV, but luckily awoke right at 12:01 …yeah! I saw the new year, through sleepy eyes. Whoo Hoo! The joys of … Continue reading

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Knitting with Friends

As a continuation of my post from yesterday, I’m keeping to the knitting theme. I’ve had a very restful holiday week. DH has taken vacation time and we’re enjoying the quietness of hanging out. We’re enjoying lots of NetFlix videos, … Continue reading

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