Presenting the eight liberated Orphans of May! In no particular order: Mecha Rye Holiday Hitchhiker Oceans of Malabrigo Citron Grande Baby Blanket Frogged Sweater Silky Hat Basia Hat When I began this journey, I wanted to finish my long forgotten projects over the next 10 months. That equated to about eight projects every month. Some…Read more Liberated Orphans of May
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Count Down to June
It's mid-day on May 29th. There are approximately 60 hours left in this month. The clock is ticking down on my quest to liberate eight Orphans this month. I've been busy blocking and weaving in ends. Here's another project having a soak. This one the suds were overflowing. Here's a few more liberated orphans. I decided…Read more Count Down to June
First Liberated Orphan
It's the 23rd of May, and I'm finally posting my first liberated orphan. Introducing my finished Holiday Hitchhiker. It has 43 teeth. Normally, I would measure how much of the skein was left, but it appears to be on walk about. It felt so liberated that it decided to go on vacation. Maybe it will send…Read more First Liberated Orphan
Expedition Week
In about 96 hours, we leave for our first expedition up Mount St. Helens. Today was spent prepping our gear and picking up last minute supplies. Fresh socks are a must! One of my orphans enjoyed a bubble bath. Is this my Citron Grande or the Holiday Hitchhiker? I think there will be a liberated…Read more Expedition Week
Freaky Friday
Freaky Friday, things ain't going my way Everything is gone, my life is a country song, oh-oh This is one of my all time favorite Aqua songs. And it's perfect for Friday the 13th. You can't help but bop your head when you hear this song. Freaky Friday. We also like to honor Friday the 13th by…Read more Freaky Friday
Lazy Saturday
Saturday morning, we all made a trip to the vet for the kitties annual check-up. They weren't too excited for the car journey and then being poked and prodded. I can't say I blame them. Who likes getting shots and having blood drawn? We decided to spend the rest of today knitting and snuggling. This gave me a…Read more Lazy Saturday
Closeout Sales
Friday afternoon, I came home to this waiting for me at my door. It's a big box of yarn. One of my favorite online retailers is taking a new path in life and closing it's store. I'm very happy for them, but a little sad for my future yarn purchases. To help ease my pain,…Read more Closeout Sales
May Day
How do you celebrate May Day? In many cultures, May Day is a celebration of Spring. We celebrate by officially turning off the heat and airing out our home. The kitties love all the outside smells. Hubby also thought we should freshen up the workout room with new to us speakers. Below is our new pair…Read more May Day
Slight Detour
Several of my coworkers knit. We decided to get together for a little Friday night knitting and unwinding. One of my coworkers commutes via public transportation. A few years ago, she was given several garbage bags full of yarn from another knitter on the bus. The previous yarn hoarder planned to become an avid knitter when…Read more Slight Detour
Are we there yet?
Over the weekend, I had tea with a knitting chum. She's expecting her second little girl so I had a little something for both of them. Too bad I didn't remember to take my camera to get a photo of the lovely little boy cardigan she was knitting. I did remember to bring along my Citron…Read more Are we there yet?
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