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In Which The Tardy Author Apologizes
I did it again. I let this poor blog languish. I’m sorry! This is just plain ridiculous. All it seems to take is one instance of “I’ll do that later” and the whole blog avalanches over the precipice and into … Continue reading
Once and For Always. . . .
I just rediscovered my spinning wheels. *insert big mushy heart and ecstatic arm waving here* It’s been so long since I’ve spun just for “pleasure” or on a spur of the moment thing. After working on some silk laceweight, I … Continue reading
Under Certain Circumstances
So, yes, I did say I wasn’t going to buy any more fiber until I’d made a significant dent in what I already had. (And I can already hear you chuckling to yourself.) But, there are certain circumstances that are … Continue reading
Knitters Have It Easy
A few days ago I began a new knitting project, since I had finished the sweater. “Wait!” you say. “You finished and you didn’t tell us?” Well, it’s not finished-finished until it’s blocked, and I’d rather not model it while … Continue reading
What Next? Swedish?
I sure can pick the knitting patterns. The one I finally decided on for my blue cowl is in French. Thankfully it’s a little easier to decipher than those German socks. And I’ve got almost an inch and a half … Continue reading
Fiber Preparation
Beginner’s Series: Wool – Part 4 Batts, Slivers, Tops, Rovings, Clouds, what on earth do these all mean? How’s a spinner supposed to know what they want with all these choices? Thankfully, learning what each of these styles gives you … Continue reading
Drum Carding Madness
During the first week of August I was granted the privilege of having a very good spinning friend come to visit, and she brought her drum carder. Behold the fruits of our labor. And, not only did she bring the … Continue reading
The Heel Turned
Ta-da! Behold the latest in footwear fashions. (No, the photo is not sideways.) The unique design enhances ankle warmth and circulation while leaving your toes to cool off and wiggle about as they desire. The spikes protect from any little … Continue reading
Something Called "Yarn Weight"?
Whew. It’s been a while since I’ve posted about any personal projects. And as a result, quite a few posts have racked up, so hold onto your hats! I finished spinning these lovely skeins. They’re from the Iowa fleece (the … Continue reading
Sock Yarn
The sock yarn arrived, and I’ve dyed two skeins of it. I’ve still got one lace weight skein and a superwash skein to dye. I wish I had a few dozen more of these to do. They’re so much fun! … Continue reading