On the Needles and on the Loom!

I just started a simple pair of toe-up socks. To ensure that I actually make a pair I decided that two-at-a-time was a must!

I'm using size US 1 Nedlees and the magic loop method. I cast on 12 stitches on each needle using Judy's magic cast on method and increased until I had 72 sts around. The instep has a very subtle stitch pattern as to not mess with the self striping Opal yarn.

We are weaving! Isn't that great! With the help from a new friend we learned how to warp the beast and get started on a simple scarf project.
I'm using Noro Kureyon sock with bits of sari silk as the weft and Cascade Heritage paints as the warp.

Recently Finished Knits

First off, I started the New Year with a pair of Duffers!

I recently finished Grey Loops!

I also knit up this quick Pixie Hat

I finished up my first beaded knitting project: Of Brass and Steam!

Pogona is on the needles and will be done soon!

{33x33}

Here is the goal list for the new year. 33 things to do before I turn 33.
What's on your list?

1. Try natural dyes
2. Screen print (with the new thermal fax!)
3. Grow a successful veggie garden
4. Go to SQUAM
5. Mine for Diamonds at Herkimer or for Garnets in the Adirondacks.
6. Sew some patchwork
7. Develop my wet felting skills
8. Make a photo book.
9. Hang pictures in the house
10. Spring clean with dumpster
11. Brew beer
12. Grow pumpkins
13. Make bread
14. Make a batch of soap
15. Knit some fair isle again
16. Make the SRR website e-commerce
17. Get a tattoo
18. Get organized
19. Grow more indoor plants
20. Leave the state
21. Write a knitting pattern
22. Create a video tutorial
23. Begin Weaving
24. Finish a pair of Socks
25. Spin sock yarn
26. Knit a Blanket
27. Knit a sweater
28. Remodel a room in the house
29. Tear down old wall paper
30. Start yoga classes
31. Read a book
32. Cancel cable tv
33. Cannning

{32x32} Recap.

My goal list of 32 x 32 is everything but completed, but hey I didn't expect to cross everything off anyways. Here's to a new year and a new list!

Here is what I did accomplish, I didn't read a book or have a milkshake but I quit my job and opened a store!

1. Build and plant the salad table.

3. Do Spun Right Round full-time.

8. Finish a patchwork quilt {lap size} EDIT *Table Runner*.

11.Cut my hair

13.Pay off the mortgage.

18.Open a store.


19.Build a piece of furniture.
** does Ikea count? WE built lots of Ikea furniture **
YES IT DOES!

24.Vend at the farmer's market or fair.


25.Make a piece of clothing. * MITTENS COUNT*

28.Get a tattoo finished.


31.strike>Wear a dress.

Clockwork

My newest project Clockwork is blocking!

I used Cascade Heritage and Noro Silk Garden and I believe that it worked up beautifully!

Hello November!

Brr.. Chilly! It's getting cold out there, time to knit!

On the needles now: Susie's Reading Mitts

On queue:
Nutkin Sock
Guernsey Wrap
Spectra


If you have projects on your queue and need more yarn in your stash, stop in to Spun Right Round and fill out your holiday wish list!

Time to Quilt!

It's not that I don't have enough knitting projects on the needles at the moment but I had to take a break from knitting on Monday to sew up a quick quilt! I know it's not lap size but can I count this table runner as part of my 32x32!

I was inspired by a knitter at Thursday night's knit group and also by the upcoming Quilt show at the local YWCA. Maybe I can get my skills up in time to enter one!!

Meanwhile this is on my wishlist!

Off The Needles, What is Next!?

I just finished Citron! A lovely pattern, very easy!

I'm in love withe this color "Frank Ochre"! I knit this up with one skein of Malabrigo Lace and I even had a bit left over.

Interview with Artisan Gerard from Etsy

Tell us a little about yourself!

I'm a college student attending the University of North Dakota for Commercial Aviation. My fiancee cuts all of the shop's charms on a laser at his sheet metal shop in Arizona. It's tough for us to be so far apart but he is supportive and I love him dearly. During at Fall and Winter I also make neck warmers, leg warmers and fingerless gloves so he isn't stuck doing all the work. :P I can't say anyone else in my family has the same love of crafts I do or that they even know how sew a stitch but when I was in the third grade I asked my mom to pay for sewing lessons and she did. My first project was a pillow case which I quickly turned into a simple pattern for tote bags which I now sell at farmer's markets and craft shows but not online anymore.

My mother had ovarian cancer in 2001 where the doctors extracted a 13 pound tumor. My hopes of changing my only child status seemed dashed until in 2008 she announced she was unexpectedly 5 months pregnant. July 3rd 2008 I became a big sister and when my little brother said his first name, mine, I gained a muse. His smile causes me happiness, something I try to put into every piece of my work.

Last year I had to pack up and move for college away from my brother and my fiancee so I work, ship and create from my dorm room now. The extreme differences from my native Arizona summers to my now negative 40 degree winters keeps me busy with any indoor hobby I may have. I create with anything I can get my hands on really so I wouldn't say I have a favorite tool or supply simply because my projects are always changing. During the Christmas season I usually run giveaway on the Facebook page which generates enough interest in my products that I have a constant market for any new ideas I may spout out.

Everything I do is a labor of love and I take great pride in my work, as well I love those who support my art as well as my education and I can't wait to make them proud.

Handspuns and Hand Carded Fibers

I've been on a coil kick lately! These yarns are newly listed in the Etsy shop.

I've also carded a few new batts, some have flown the coop already but there will be more arriving o the shop soon!