Category Archives: Knitting

January Projects

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Carrie

Yep, it’s well into February and I’m just getting this posted.  The camera and I are having a tiff.  Unfortunately for me, the camera is winning.  I toted all of my items out into the sunshine last week to take … Continue reading →

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Shell Socks

Posted on January 24, 2011 by Carrie

Finally finished!!!  I started these socks (Ravelry link) two years ago this month.  No, it doesn’t take two years to knit a pair of socks.  But it does if they’re for yourself and other projects keep coming along to steal … Continue reading →

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Practicing Creativity

Posted on January 6, 2011 by Carrie

Today’s theme seems to be about creativity.  It seemed like everywhere I clicked on the interwebs or each blog feed I read had something to say on the subject.  I tend to sit up and take notice when something keeps … Continue reading →

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December Projects

Posted on December 26, 2010 by Carrie

Here are the things I made in November and December.  Pardon the delay for the November objects – you know I couldn’t reveal them until after they had been gifted at the end of December. Hats!  Hats!  Hats! A lacy … Continue reading →

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Getting there

Posted on December 13, 2010 by Carrie

The countdown has begun and I’m right on target.  Yay!!!  I have now finished all but the largest gift.  I’ve turned the corner on that one and the end is in sight.  The finished ones are calmly waiting for me … Continue reading →

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Just pics

Posted on December 8, 2010 by Carrie

I don’t have anything of importance to post today.  Just some lovely snow scenes from our trip back up to Crystal Mountain for snowboarding on Saturday. I was still sore and nursing some blisters on my feet from breaking in … Continue reading →

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November Wrap

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Carrie

Whew!  The last half of November was a whirl of activity, hence no posting.  Fear not, dear readers, it was also productive.  On to the bullets, if you please. I finished unpacking the home set-up and hosting essentials and got … Continue reading →

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There’s Nothing Like a Deadline…

Posted on November 15, 2010 by Carrie

There’s nothing like a deadline to really kick you in the pants and get your rear in gear.  Seriously. I have two to speak of at the moment.  They happen every year.  I don’t know why I procrastinate every single … Continue reading →

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Mohawk Hat

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Carrie

I also finished my friend’s mohawk hat in super-duper purple and black.  It went very quickly once I got started again.  And I have to admit that I giggled quite a bit while creating it.  Fiance thought I was losing … Continue reading →

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Blue Leaves Finale

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Carrie

I finally finished the Blue Leaves shawl/scarf.  Yay!  I really think I’m liking it as a wide scarf, now that I’ve worn it several times.  (And no, it’s not even blocked yet.) This is definitely my new favorite.  And of … Continue reading →

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