This project has become a slug! However, I finally made it through all 20 stripe repeats yesterday and started on the garter ridges. These rows seem to be moving faster, could it be that I am getting closer to being done?!? Once I have Daybreak completed, I plan on going back to my New Orleans shawl and finishing it before summer is over!!! Last night, as I sat on my back porch enjoying the evening and knitting, it dawned on me that I might not actually have enough yarn to complete the NO shawl. I think if I start to get low on yarn, I'll do my knitted boarder in the Malabrigio Sock (the semi solid color on Daybreak).
Other than that, the past week has been pretty quite, and slow. Hopefully this week will keep on trucking and Saturday will be here before I know it!
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Stripes, Stripes, and More Stripes!
Even though this was a short work week, each day seemed to crawl at a snails pace! And speaking of snails pace, I keep forging ahead on the Daybreak shawl. With each stripe repeat, the rows grow by 14 stitches, making each row longer and longer... I have finally made it through 15, with 5 more to go. Then I get the pleasure of working 7 garter ridges before binding off. It is such a labor of love, but I know the end result will be well worth it!
But knitting is not the only thing I've accomplished this week. While J worked on filling the hole in our downstairs bathroom ceiling (shower leaked from the upstairs bath), I was playing in the yard...again. I managed to hit the pool, plant some pots, pressure wash the patio and the furniture, rearrange the patio with new pillows, and put up our new bird feeders. Over the past two weeks, I was successful in reviving the yard with watering it every other evening. Once it cools down in the fall, I get the task of fertilizing the yard that was neglected for nearly a year. One step at a time I guess.
And last but certainly not least, the Stanley Cup Finals started this week! Currently watching game two, wishing that Boston would land one in the net!!!
But knitting is not the only thing I've accomplished this week. While J worked on filling the hole in our downstairs bathroom ceiling (shower leaked from the upstairs bath), I was playing in the yard...again. I managed to hit the pool, plant some pots, pressure wash the patio and the furniture, rearrange the patio with new pillows, and put up our new bird feeders. Over the past two weeks, I was successful in reviving the yard with watering it every other evening. Once it cools down in the fall, I get the task of fertilizing the yard that was neglected for nearly a year. One step at a time I guess.
And last but certainly not least, the Stanley Cup Finals started this week! Currently watching game two, wishing that Boston would land one in the net!!!
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Busy days and lazy nights
This past week, I started the Daybreak Shawl by Steven West. I had a few rough starts with the M1L and M1R on the edging, so I decided to use yarn overs instead. I choose the Misty Alpaca Sock and Malabrigo Sock...so scrumptious!
During the days, I have been working in the yard, one flower pot at a time. Although a little toad has decided to sabotage me by digging my flowers back up! While J has been fixing the ceiling in the bathroom. We also hung Old Glory!
At night, while J goes out riding, I have been meeting friends at the new coffee shop to knit and chat. It doesn't get much better then that!
Have a safe Memorial Day!
During the days, I have been working in the yard, one flower pot at a time. Although a little toad has decided to sabotage me by digging my flowers back up! While J has been fixing the ceiling in the bathroom. We also hung Old Glory!
At night, while J goes out riding, I have been meeting friends at the new coffee shop to knit and chat. It doesn't get much better then that!
Have a safe Memorial Day!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Saturday, May 21, 2011
Post Rapture
I'm back and I plan on staying! Life has settled down at our new home and moving forward. I've knitted so many things since my last post, but I will leave you with my latest.
Here is the Roxanne shawl, it was a mystery KAL by feministy, and it was my first. I have to admit, while knitting it, I could not see myself wearing it. But now that it is done, I love it!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Road Warrior
Finally made it back to my couch after a trip to Charleston. Thankfully this was a work related trip, seeing how it rained almost the entire time. Mom and I arrived Friday in time to enjoy the sunset from our favorite restaurant on Shem's Creek, The Waters Edge. Dining on mussels in a white wine sauce, crispy duck salad, and crispy grouper dinner made the trip worth it! Sadly the moment didn't last. Saturday was filled with classes and the beginning of the rain.
On Sunday, we had some free time before the opening reception and took advantage of it. After breakfast, we went and got a massage :D It was still raining off and on, so we decided to do a driving tour through Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Boone Plantation, and ending up in Charleston. We stopped by A.W. Shucks for some oysters and back to the hotel to get ready.
Monday was greeted by the ferocious roar of thunder and lightening at 5am. The lack of sleep coupled with the heavy rain made the morning creep by. After more classes, discussions, and walking the trade show, we decided to take the afternoon off and do some more exploring. By this time, my brother had arrived in town and joined us as we drove around Charleston some more. The highlight of the day was driving around The Citadel. The buildings were amazing!
Tuesday was more meetings and more walking of the trade show. That evening, we got all dressed up and attended the banquet and said our goodbyes. Today, we had one more demonstration to attend before hitting the road.
This trip had one major catastrophe. I had brought my Bella Mittens to knit on, seeing how it was small enough to travel. Making my way through the cast on, I set forth into the pattern. Only to realize after 6 rows that I had forgotten my cable needle! I know, I know, there is a way to cable without the needle, but I have no clue how. Bet you can guess what new technique I am going to learn this weekend.
Speaking of this weekend, J and I will be making our way to North Carolina to help his mother set her booth up at the John C Campbell Fall Festival. Not really wanting to travel for the third week in a row, I am beyond excited. I can't wait to see the spinning and weaving demonstrations, all the neat crafts, and everything else. I would be lying if I didn't mention that I can't wait to eat corn dogs and funnel cakes!
Finally settled on the couch, with my feet propped up, watching some hockey...for now.
On Sunday, we had some free time before the opening reception and took advantage of it. After breakfast, we went and got a massage :D It was still raining off and on, so we decided to do a driving tour through Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, Boone Plantation, and ending up in Charleston. We stopped by A.W. Shucks for some oysters and back to the hotel to get ready.
Monday was greeted by the ferocious roar of thunder and lightening at 5am. The lack of sleep coupled with the heavy rain made the morning creep by. After more classes, discussions, and walking the trade show, we decided to take the afternoon off and do some more exploring. By this time, my brother had arrived in town and joined us as we drove around Charleston some more. The highlight of the day was driving around The Citadel. The buildings were amazing!
Tuesday was more meetings and more walking of the trade show. That evening, we got all dressed up and attended the banquet and said our goodbyes. Today, we had one more demonstration to attend before hitting the road.
This trip had one major catastrophe. I had brought my Bella Mittens to knit on, seeing how it was small enough to travel. Making my way through the cast on, I set forth into the pattern. Only to realize after 6 rows that I had forgotten my cable needle! I know, I know, there is a way to cable without the needle, but I have no clue how. Bet you can guess what new technique I am going to learn this weekend.
Speaking of this weekend, J and I will be making our way to North Carolina to help his mother set her booth up at the John C Campbell Fall Festival. Not really wanting to travel for the third week in a row, I am beyond excited. I can't wait to see the spinning and weaving demonstrations, all the neat crafts, and everything else. I would be lying if I didn't mention that I can't wait to eat corn dogs and funnel cakes!
Finally settled on the couch, with my feet propped up, watching some hockey...for now.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Where did I put that?
We finally got moved into our new home over Labor Day weekend. I was sure to make the home as livable as possible in the first few days. That being said, the dining room has become the catch all of boxes and crap we haven't unpacked yet. Other than that, the rooms are nicely put together and even had some time to do a bit of decorating. The best feature so far is the landscaping and lighting. At night it is so peaceful sit outside on the swing and have a soft glow illuminate from the trees, just gorgeous!
Shortly after the move, J and I both got sinus infection and have been under the weather. Add to that, my brother got married on the 17th in Savannah. The wedding (and the bride) were beautiful. I am so happy for them and wish them many years of happiness. Speaking of Savannah, I just love the damn place. I need to find a way to move there ;) As doubtful as that may be... But J and I had a blast none the less and biked around all the squares and enjoyed the time we spent together.
Only being home for a few days, I am turning around and headed out again. Hell, I didn't even unpack my bags, what's the point? So until mid next week, I will find myself in Charleston for a business conference. Don't get me wrong, I almost love Charleston as much as Savannah. Sadly, we will be staying out by the airport with a jam packed schedule :( Hopefully mom and I can sneak away on Sunday for some sight seeing.
On the knitting front, I have found some time to dabble among a few projects, only completing Citron. Slowly the Traveling Woman is getting closer to being finished...maybe. And in between, I added Bella's mittens and the Hemlock Ring Blanket. Once life slows down for me to catch my breath, I will be posting pictures.
Shortly after the move, J and I both got sinus infection and have been under the weather. Add to that, my brother got married on the 17th in Savannah. The wedding (and the bride) were beautiful. I am so happy for them and wish them many years of happiness. Speaking of Savannah, I just love the damn place. I need to find a way to move there ;) As doubtful as that may be... But J and I had a blast none the less and biked around all the squares and enjoyed the time we spent together.
Only being home for a few days, I am turning around and headed out again. Hell, I didn't even unpack my bags, what's the point? So until mid next week, I will find myself in Charleston for a business conference. Don't get me wrong, I almost love Charleston as much as Savannah. Sadly, we will be staying out by the airport with a jam packed schedule :( Hopefully mom and I can sneak away on Sunday for some sight seeing.
On the knitting front, I have found some time to dabble among a few projects, only completing Citron. Slowly the Traveling Woman is getting closer to being finished...maybe. And in between, I added Bella's mittens and the Hemlock Ring Blanket. Once life slows down for me to catch my breath, I will be posting pictures.
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