Knitting By The Beach

Sat, 10 Mar 2007 13:40:10 GMT

In the middle of making another calorimetery for one of my son's therapist's...knitting it using Noro Kureyon in a lime green/yellow/pink/purple colorway. (I think those are the "original" Booga bag colors) At first I thought, these colors are to bright for winter, but she just told me she's going to Mexico on vacation, so it should be perfect!
Haven't posted here in a while, have been posting on my other journal, sophie1.
My dream has come true: we're selling our house and moving to Oregon (with a few acres and hopefully some sheep). My biggest concern is buying a house within a school district that has programs for autistic children, since A has it and now M. has some "signs" of being on the "learning disorder spectrum". It's very upsetting to me that they both have this. Therapy had helped A. tremendously, hopefully we'll figure out what exactly is going on with M with further testing. I have to tidy up again as people are coming to look at the house this afternoon.

Happy 1st frogging of 2007?

Tue, 02 Jan 2007 12:27:43 GMT

I've been working on a scarf for my sister and I put it down by mistake (where my 2 1/2 y.o son could see it)....I was in the kitchen for about 1 min and I came back into the room to see him *drumming* with my knitting needles.
I wasn't crazy about the scarf design anyway(and there were a few mistakes..see how I can justify all of this?) I just frogged.the.entire.scarf.
So. Onto starting another one for her today. Lesson learned: always keep your WIP way up high from lil' tots.

Can Anyone Identify this yarn??

Thu, 13 Jul 2006 21:26:35 GMT

http://tinyurl.com/gswsh

The bidding ended on eBay..it was listed as "Colinette Colombo hand dyed wool mohair"
The colors are turquoise, peach, pink, green. I asked the seller what the name of the yarn was- she said she just "knew it was Colinette". I searched Colinetter's site everywhere and didnt see ANYTHING resembling this yarn. Arrgh!!!
If anyone out there recognizes this yarn, I'll be grateful to you forever! It's so pretty, i really want it. TIA!

Yarnie stuff on eBay!! Lot of Rowan, Manos & lot of yarn +4 needlesNEW w/ 4 NEW needles

Tue, 11 Jul 2006 15:12:07 GMT

http://tinyurl.com/j6vyx

I'm destashing folks.... Lot of Rowan, Manos & lot of 12 skeins mixed yarn +4 NEW needles....Plus other goodies. Please take a lookie! Thanks! :)

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 23:12:44 GMT

Even though it is broiling hot outside at 7:09 EST as soon as I get the boys to bed I'm going to start a new knitting project. Oh please God, let me win the lottery or have a windfal of money so i can open up my own yarn shop and buy a farm!..ok now I've woken up from that dream...I'd like to buy this pattern book, but there are only 3 patterns that I like...as seen below. Don't have the $ to blow on a mag right now :(

Sat, 01 Jul 2006 23:05:52 GMT

I am so broiling hot right now and as soon as I get the kids to sleep then i am knitting. I resigned from my job about 1 week ago, so I'm fantasizing how wonderful it would be if I won the lottery so i could open up my own yarn shop and thne a farm and sheep etc...and then I wake up;)
BUT..I'd like to try knitting one of these patterns(but i'm too cheap to buy 1 book for 3 patterns).

Louet Spinning Wheel, Rowan mags, Knitting books for sale on eBay...

Thu, 29 Jun 2006 13:18:15 GMT

http://tinyurl.com/fm56p

Please take a look at my Rowan/Rebecca knitting magazines, books and spinning wheel for sale!

Mon, 27 Feb 2006 03:24:54 GMT

I haven't posted here for a while, been busy working a lot of overtime Took a break from knitting for about a month (my hands krpt getting numb)..so now I'm back to knitting. Just knitting a scarf in Rowan Polar (pale plum color) for a co-worker. WIll post more when I have more energy...gotta get up early for work grrrrrrrrr....ciao!

Knitters Get Global

Sun, 18 Dec 2005 13:47:48 GMT

Read an article in National Geographic (December 2005) about the popularity knitting and the "explosion" of new yarns from around the world. Hmm, we've had yarns from around the world for years, where has NG been? havein the December issue of National Geographic magazine - just a small one page article, with a large picture of various yarns from the US, UK, Europe, Japan, Peru etc...in a basket. Interesting- "The Craft Yarn Council reports that Americans spent more than half a BILLION dollars on knitting and crocheting supplies last YEAR.
In other news, I'm behind on knitting my Christmas presents and getting out my Christmas cards. Need to squeeze in some major knitting time today.

KnitPicks Yarn and Rowan mag Issue #1 for sale on EBay...

Tue, 29 Nov 2005 18:34:54 GMT

Selling a lot of KnitPicks "Vacation" yarn in "Ocean". Take a lookie here..
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=8238524920

Rowan mag issue #1 http://tinyurl.com/ap5a3

My puppies!

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 01:38:59 GMT

Knitting Books on EBay cheep!

Sat, 19 Nov 2005 15:39:34 GMT

Just put up a new copy of"Handknits For Kids" by Lucinda Guy on EBay. Check it out here: http://tinyurl.com/c6bm6
I've also listed many altered art books and rubberstamping mags. Listing a bunch of vintage knitting magazines this afternoon. Take a lookie :0

Fri, 18 Nov 2005 15:13:45 GMT

I'm going to keep this journal, becasue I love the knitting and spinning communities..but I'm moving most of my posting over to blogger. Here's my addy: http://knitpurlgirls.blogspot.com/
It's *free* and it's more user friendly. So, join me over there! :)

Stork's coming for my SIL

Sun, 13 Nov 2005 14:55:19 GMT

Just got a call from my SIL- she's in labor ( alittle early)...now I have to work at double speed to finish these Ugg baby boots. Also, I wonder when we reveal ourseves in SecretPal 6?

Is Yarn Forward the same as Yarn over?

Sat, 12 Nov 2005 15:51:18 GMT

I'm working on a pattern and it reads: (YF) Yarn forward ("increase"). Is that the same as a yarn over? And if so, why didn't the designer just write "YO".
TIA!

Bad back but still knitting

Fri, 11 Nov 2005 21:10:22 GMT

Would love to get this book: Knitting In the Olda Way. On my Christmas list, I guess. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0966828925/104-9441179-5009519?v=glance&n=283155
I'm out of work with a bad back for a few days - it hurts to even sit for 5 minutes (like now!) So, I'm trying to knit sideways on my back..just knitting a simple doggie blanket for my 2 lab puppies (10 weeks old!). I hope my back gets better- this is the absolute pits. Also have to hire a cleaning lady again because I can't do certain things with my back and DH certainly won't clean. She's coming tomorrow to give me an estimate- hope this lady is good, I've had a lot of "duds" in the past.

Tue, 08 Nov 2005 22:22:34 GMT

I pulled my back out at work..so I'm out of work for a few days. Oh, but that means more knitting time..yay! ok it hurts to even sit, got to go back to bed.

Handpainted Yarn package arrived -yummy!

Mon, 07 Nov 2005 21:41:38 GMT

My yummy yarn from handpaintedyarn.com arrived! I got 3 skeins of each..100% wool- so soft and it smells nice too!

France is like 1968 again

Mon, 07 Nov 2005 15:50:49 GMT

http://www.everything2.com/index.pl?node_id=1762919
Sacre Bleau! The riots in Paris has started to spread throughout the county and into Brussels and Germany. Quelle dommage. French culture has always inspired me ever since I was young. I have always been drawn to the ornate architecture, the cafes, croissants, chic style and the sleepy countysides. I didn't know until recently that I'm part French (mais non!). Their culture has inspired my knitting designs (no, no, no, ...not just berets and scarves!)- but to design something that is classic, but with an edge..something timeless and chic yet quirky. oh la la, I am so glad I'm in the USA instead of France right now. I like having a full bathroom. No wc's for me.

Fri, 04 Nov 2005 15:16:54 GMT

Current Terror Alert Level

Must be compatible after being married for 7 years & knitting madness

Wed, 02 Nov 2005 16:34:13 GMT

T's Sun Conjunct beachknitter's Saturn:

The two of you often work well together on shared responsibilities and practical matters of importance. However, there is also a constrained, serious tone to the relationship that can make it stifling and frustrating. Beachknitter has a strong tendency to criticize and judge T's actions, sometimes accurately and sometimes unjustly. Beachknitter should guard against this tendency to dampen t's enthusiasm, and t needs to avoid being overly sensitive to beachknitter's suggestions and criticisms. Beachknitter's tendency to dominate, control, or even repress t makes t feel resentful at times, and t may feel lowered vitality and self-confidence after being with beachknitter for a long time. You must make room for lightness and play, or you both will feel burdened by the tone that is set between you.

Beachknitter Sun Trine T's Mercury:

The mental rapport that you two share is a big reason why you enjoy each other's company and are good friends. Communication is open and harmonious. You work together very well on practical affairs, daily chores, problem-solving, and business activities. <--oh yeah! I do all of the "chores!"

beachknitter's Sun Trine T's Saturn:

If the two of you depend on each other to accomplish practical tasks and be responsible, mature, and dependable to each other (such as in a business relationship or employer-employee relationship), then you will find that this aspect of your relationship is excellent. You can trust each other to get the job done and focus on the essential tasks. You have good attention to detail and your are able to focus on the most important issues when you work together. There is a strong sense of mutual commitment and dedication to each other.

I have the rest of the week off to work on my knitting patterns (and finish some lingering WIP's)after working 2 long grueling days in the ER. It was a *horrible, horrible* grueling 2 days. We don't have enough staff and the hospital has no intention of hiring anymore Nurse's or ER Tech's. Great! So the VP's/President can keep getting their raises and bonuses. I'll keep doing this until I can create knitting patterns full time and move to a farm - yeah!

Really Avoiding Studying right now.....

Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:25:13 GMT

I forgot to post that we got 2 lab puppies! One yellow and 1 black one- both girls, 9 weeks and adorable- *so so so* sweet and cuddly. And btw, never shop at Kaleidoscope Yarns. Their return policies suck. Bad experience!! There are *many* other better places to shop and I will post them in a day or so.

Goodies from my Secret Pal!

Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:13:47 GMT

I received a goody package from my Secret Pal! I got a ball of Noro Kureyon (previously posted - picture is a bit big..oops sorry for those with dialup), a set of size #7 bamboo needles and lots of Halloween candy, ~ghoulish~:) Halloween themed cups and decorations for my kids...All wrapped in Halloween-themed tissue paper..plus a shiny pumpkin strand of garland. Thank you my Secret Pal! Haven't posted recently as i've been studying for my arrythmia course..boooring. I have the final test tomorrow - I better pass it. At least we get out of class early so I can take my kids trick or treatin'. Going to finish knitting a simple pattern scarf while studying.

Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:09:52 GMT

Knitting Books and a new puppy on the way...

Tue, 25 Oct 2005 21:16:55 GMT

Wheee!! We're getting a short haired labrador retriever puppy in a few days! She is sooo cute. And I just ordered some knitting books: The Twisted Sisters Sock Workbook (i've heard this is a really good book for someone who wants to learn how to knit socks); Knitting Elizabeth Zimmermann's Knitter's Almanac ; Knitting Without Tears (I love all of E. Zimmerman's books); A Second Treasury of Knitting Patterns by Barbara Walker (also heard that this is a must have book). These books should keep me occupied for a while (oh, at least a month). Worked a little bit on my website, www.knitpurlgirl.com. - should be ready soon.
I'm in the midst of knitting mittens and I LOST the magazine with the pattern in it. I swear it was in my hand one minute and gone the next. Saying a prayer to St. Jude that it will turn up soon. Have to get my package out to my secret pal soon- waiting for the yarn to come in from Uruagay...hurry hurry hurry !!