New project

I have talked about it for years but I must embark on my 'new' project....my burial shroud. I am not sure the design. I have done research to traditional designs and I think mine will be different. It will be more like a sack. Slip in cinch at the bottom, having a closure at the top. Almost like a cocoon sleeping bag. I love new projects! New goals! Transitions in knitting!

Knit on,
Maria

Knitting classes...

I am working with Future Fashion Designers of Mooresville to determine if they would like to have me teach knitting classes. check out their website for details http://www.futurefashiondesigners.com/!

Knit on,
Maria

Rainbow scarf for Sidney

Just a quick pic...

Dec knitting

Ok I busted out five pair of gloves, one hat, two washcloths and started another scarf! Not bad for half knitting! Of course I don't have pics of three of the gloves, they were comission pieces. I will photo two of the gloves, the hat and what I finish this week.

Last weekend I was in Cherry Grove and went to A Stitch in Time in North Myrtle Beach----GREAT SHOP! Helpful staff and cheery customers. What a wonderful experience, my kids hung out, my boyfriend slept in the sofa in the sun! I only made one small purchase?!?! Of course I must purchase at each shop I visit, at least this time I remembered I am on a strict budget. I hate budgets. I heard one lady say that her new years resoulution was to knit all of her luxury yarns that she has purchased over the years. I like that thought but some yarns are just best left in their natural state---in a ball or skein to look at.

Knit on,
Maria

Knitting

Ok everyone take a deep breath....


I have been knitting!

Not a major feat for most but since my life got flipped upside down last year knitting has not been at the top of my list. I have actually thought about ditching knitting all together. Giving away all of my yarn and needles, but I am glad I have not. I am finding joy in it again! As a matter of fact I am going to the studio to pick up more yarn!

Here is the most recent list:
washcloths
hat
market bag
wrap

Gotta make for Christmas:
Hat
scarf
mittens

I figure I will have good knitting on Friday night because I will not be sleeping too well. I am going to a sleep out to raise awareness to the homeless in Mooresville at the Mooresville Soup Kitchen! Anyone who knows me realizes that I must have a passion for MSK because I don't like to sleep in a sleeping bag and I HATE cold weather. The overnight low on Friday is a whopping 25! Yes folks, 25! I will be a human popsicle. I have a feeling that I will not be sleeping much that night so if my fingers dont freeze off then I will be knitting.
Stop by MSK to see all of us 'chillin' by the fire! (They are going to have a firepit to keep us 'warm'. Like a firepit will keep 20 or so people warm)

Knit on,
Maria

Summit Shawl

Three Goats Knitting group started the summitt shawl... I frogged once, and had to restart since it fell off my needles! Now I am frustrated with the lack of progress. I will not Snooze this one. I like this one. Just will take concentration to finish.
I never turned the heel of my Mystery KAL. Maybe I need to have a UFO party! Yes, that is exactly what I need, a UFO sleepover. You in? Call me if you are interested. Food, movies and knitting! Yippie! I love a plan.
Knit on,
Maria

Way too long.

I know I have not been a posting machine. With no internet at my house it is hard. The Three Goats Group will be starting a new KAL. I just love KALs. We will be knitting the Summit scarf/shawl! You can find the pattern on Ravelry or at Knitty.com join us if you like! It looks like our fearless leader Kat will be back to join us for knitting craziness! I have missed her sooooo much. She has the most amazing spirit and energy! Boundless energy! We had several old members join us for knitting on Thursday---it was good to see them again. It is great when friendships are not harmed by time and distance! It is so true that knitting joins us in a way that no other craft can. Just like a KAL we do the same project yet use differnt yarns, needles and tension---so too are the ladies in our group....different.

Knit on,
Maria