I know I have been a horrible blogger and haven't put any new info on here in awhile. I've been really busy lately and it kind of got in the way.
I had my new father-in-law and step son come to visit from Ohio for a week and a few days so that took most of my time and I was keeping them company when my hubby had to go to work all week long as well. It was nice seeing them but SO stressful with the pregnancy and all that going on.
Then we've been running around like crazy because the holidays are when my hubbys workload really pics up and with the bad economy he's really having to work too. Hopefully he'll get a LITTLE bit of time off before Christmas Eve and Christmas so we can have some more family time!
I finished the body of the baby boy jacket. All that's left now is sewing up the hood and knitting the sleeves. I need to find three really cute buttons that look good on the grey and work for my baby boy on the way. :) I was thinking of using the blue heart buttons but I'm just not sure that they are going to look all that great but who knows. Maybe I can talk hubby into button shopping? Either way I won't need buttons for a few weeks with all the other things I have going on knitting-wise so I guess I have time to think about it.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Pregnancy Pics - 1
I was sitting here after taking a pic of my belly today to document my pregnancy and realized...I haven't shared the pics I've taken so far with anyone out there is blogland...my friends that are here often to see what's going on with me and what's new. So here they are guys! I've only taken 2 so far because I usually forget or am too busy.
This one was taken around 10/17/2008. I think that date is right because it was the day after our first ultrasound so I would have been 13 weeks, 1 day at that point.
The second pic was taken today, 11/11/2008. Today I am 16 weeks, 5 days. Apparently over the last month I have popped out like a crazy person. Insane right?! Lets hope it's just because it's my second pregnancy, lol. They say you show sooner with the later pregnancies.
Bill is being GREAT with this pregnancy. He's making sure to tell me daily that I'm beautiful and he talks to the baby all the time. Such a sweetie :) Well, that's all for this post I think...can't be boring you daily can I, lol.
This one was taken around 10/17/2008. I think that date is right because it was the day after our first ultrasound so I would have been 13 weeks, 1 day at that point.
The second pic was taken today, 11/11/2008. Today I am 16 weeks, 5 days. Apparently over the last month I have popped out like a crazy person. Insane right?! Lets hope it's just because it's my second pregnancy, lol. They say you show sooner with the later pregnancies.
Bill is being GREAT with this pregnancy. He's making sure to tell me daily that I'm beautiful and he talks to the baby all the time. Such a sweetie :) Well, that's all for this post I think...can't be boring you daily can I, lol.
Monday, November 10, 2008
My First Try at Koolaid Dying
:) So I had a strike of something...and decided to try my hand at koolaid dying my first bit of yarn the other day!
I was SO worried that I was going to mess up the yarn that I just went and used lion wool from walmart. I know I spent only 2-3 dollars for it so it would be ok if I killed it, lol.
I'm sorry I didn't take pics for you guys the whole way thru but I will definately let you know exactly what I did. I know I like when people post that stuff incase I love their colors :)
I used on packet of Grape Koolaid on this skein. I mixed the packet in with about a cup of water in a square pyrex bowl, put in the yarn when the koolaid was WELL mixed in, added water to cover the yarn. I added the yarn dry without soaking because I wanted the color to vary a little. I then put the bowl and yarn in the microwave three times on 2 minute intervals. I left it alone in the bowl and let it sit in the microwave while I went to the gym and when I got back I gently squeezed it out and hung it to dry. In the morning it was totally dry and ready and here it is :)
So what do you all think, did I do a good job? Next time I want to do some sock yarn and make it self striping so we'll see where that takes me :)
I was SO worried that I was going to mess up the yarn that I just went and used lion wool from walmart. I know I spent only 2-3 dollars for it so it would be ok if I killed it, lol.
I'm sorry I didn't take pics for you guys the whole way thru but I will definately let you know exactly what I did. I know I like when people post that stuff incase I love their colors :)
I used on packet of Grape Koolaid on this skein. I mixed the packet in with about a cup of water in a square pyrex bowl, put in the yarn when the koolaid was WELL mixed in, added water to cover the yarn. I added the yarn dry without soaking because I wanted the color to vary a little. I then put the bowl and yarn in the microwave three times on 2 minute intervals. I left it alone in the bowl and let it sit in the microwave while I went to the gym and when I got back I gently squeezed it out and hung it to dry. In the morning it was totally dry and ready and here it is :)
So what do you all think, did I do a good job? Next time I want to do some sock yarn and make it self striping so we'll see where that takes me :)
Saturday, November 08, 2008
SP13 Questionaire!
1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
- I like anything that is wool or bamboo, etc. I just don't like acrylic yarn but anything that is a natural fiber is great!
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
- My needles go in the Knitpicks binder that came with the set and I store my crochet hooks which I only use when I need something REALLY fast as a gift...in a toothbrush holder.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
- I've been knitting for about 3 years now. I always wanted to knit but never knew someone that could and one day my aunt told me that her daughter was learning at a library and I asked her to teach me. She only knew how to do the long tail cast on and the knit stitch but she taught me all she knew and I taught myself all the rest online using videos and from books that I picked up at the local book store.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
- Nope but I probably should, lol.
5. What's your favorite scent?
- I like vanilla, most florals....chocolate, lol. I'm not too picky, just don't like sweet pea.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
- I'm diabetic...usually I can get away with candy but I'm currently pregnant with my 2nd child...so I try not to snack as much. I DO like diabetic, sugar free candy they sell at walmart though. Oh!!!!! and I would NOT be opposed to ANY type of sour candy. I love those sour war heads, sour gummy candies, etc. I can't go past them in the store without grabbing some!
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
- I crochet when I need to but it's definately not my favorite. I'm a knitter at heart. I would like to try jewelry making and quilting but I don't even own a sewing machine so I guess I'll be waiting on that one, lol.
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
- I like pop/top 40's type music, some rap but nothing to hard core, 80's music.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
- I'm an equal oppertunity color lover, lol. I like almost everything!
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
- I am 24, married and have a 4 1/2yo son named Andrew and a baby on the way. We find out what the sex of this baby is on Nov. 25th and we can't wait. Fingers are crossed for a girl! We can't really have pets because my husband is allergic to almost everything BUT we did find out he's not allergic to rats....and we have 2. A siamese rat that looks just the same as a mini siamese cat, and a nekkid rat. They do live in a cage outside on our balcony and we wash our hands after handling them so they aren't around anything inside.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
- Not so much anymore because we live in Northern California now instead of Ohio but I certainly appriciate anything :)
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
- I LOVE to knit socks. I'm a sock addict.
13. What are you knitting right now?
- This could be a LONG list. I'm knitting a pair of socks for my son, a pair for me, a baby sweater that is unisex, a sweater for me when I'm NOT pregnant, thinking about another pair of socks for me, a scarf as a Christmas present, and dishcloths that are also Christmas presents.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Certainly! I like everything that is handmade. Makes me feel special that someone made something with just me in mind! :)
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I like all needles really. I like circs most because the straights hurt me to knit with....but still want to try the knitpicks harmony straights, lol. I like metal needles for socks because small needles break....and bamboo is great for other things...never had a bamboo circ...hrm....and not so big on plastic. They bend and I end up having to throw them away.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
- I DID finally buy a ball winder....but no swift still. I wrap the hank around my feet and wind it a little at a time until I have the entire ball done, lol. Means I can use all those beautiful hanks I've had sitting around!
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
- Probably a year or maybe more. I started an Hour Glass sweater from Last minute Knitted Gifts for myself but then I put it down and forgot then moved to Cali and then got pregnant so I decided to wait until the baby is here to work on it since it won't fit until after then....but I may get working on it. Just gotta make a sleeve and a half then add them on and knit the shoulder part.
18. What is your favorite holiday? What winter holiday do you observe?
- I think my favorite holiday is Christmas. I love giving people things that I made for them by hand and seeing their faces when they see it's handmade. It makes me feel like I did something really special for them!
19. Is there anything that you collect?
- Nope...Not really. I DO collect yarn, does that count?
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
- Oh my gosh...I want to make something out of Noro SOOOOOOOOO BAD. I've not used Noro yet but I see it often and the colors amaze me. I love the changes in color. I'd love to try some yarns like panda silk, yarntini, yarn pirate, cherry tree hill, and other socks yarns like those that I haven't gotten to try. I currently have subscriptions to Creative Knitting and Knit 'N Style. I love knitting magazines and I'd get more subscriptions if I could talk hubby into helping me buy more, lol.
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
I want to try knitting 2 socks on 2 circs but I need the proper needles for it. I know I can find out HOW to do it online...just need to get me some good needles in sock sizes to try it out.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
- I am indeed! My foot is a size 8 US. I'm not really sure what the measurments are but I've never made a pattern that didn't fit me in the leg and gusset so I guess I'm just "normal" lol.
23. When is your birthday?
- Feb. 11th. I am FINALLY in a SP that will be going on during my birthday! lol.
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
- I am on ravelry, my name there is Kellye8498.
- I like anything that is wool or bamboo, etc. I just don't like acrylic yarn but anything that is a natural fiber is great!
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
- My needles go in the Knitpicks binder that came with the set and I store my crochet hooks which I only use when I need something REALLY fast as a gift...in a toothbrush holder.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
- I've been knitting for about 3 years now. I always wanted to knit but never knew someone that could and one day my aunt told me that her daughter was learning at a library and I asked her to teach me. She only knew how to do the long tail cast on and the knit stitch but she taught me all she knew and I taught myself all the rest online using videos and from books that I picked up at the local book store.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
- Nope but I probably should, lol.
5. What's your favorite scent?
- I like vanilla, most florals....chocolate, lol. I'm not too picky, just don't like sweet pea.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
- I'm diabetic...usually I can get away with candy but I'm currently pregnant with my 2nd child...so I try not to snack as much. I DO like diabetic, sugar free candy they sell at walmart though. Oh!!!!! and I would NOT be opposed to ANY type of sour candy. I love those sour war heads, sour gummy candies, etc. I can't go past them in the store without grabbing some!
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
- I crochet when I need to but it's definately not my favorite. I'm a knitter at heart. I would like to try jewelry making and quilting but I don't even own a sewing machine so I guess I'll be waiting on that one, lol.
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
- I like pop/top 40's type music, some rap but nothing to hard core, 80's music.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
- I'm an equal oppertunity color lover, lol. I like almost everything!
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
- I am 24, married and have a 4 1/2yo son named Andrew and a baby on the way. We find out what the sex of this baby is on Nov. 25th and we can't wait. Fingers are crossed for a girl! We can't really have pets because my husband is allergic to almost everything BUT we did find out he's not allergic to rats....and we have 2. A siamese rat that looks just the same as a mini siamese cat, and a nekkid rat. They do live in a cage outside on our balcony and we wash our hands after handling them so they aren't around anything inside.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
- Not so much anymore because we live in Northern California now instead of Ohio but I certainly appriciate anything :)
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
- I LOVE to knit socks. I'm a sock addict.
13. What are you knitting right now?
- This could be a LONG list. I'm knitting a pair of socks for my son, a pair for me, a baby sweater that is unisex, a sweater for me when I'm NOT pregnant, thinking about another pair of socks for me, a scarf as a Christmas present, and dishcloths that are also Christmas presents.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Certainly! I like everything that is handmade. Makes me feel special that someone made something with just me in mind! :)
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I like all needles really. I like circs most because the straights hurt me to knit with....but still want to try the knitpicks harmony straights, lol. I like metal needles for socks because small needles break....and bamboo is great for other things...never had a bamboo circ...hrm....and not so big on plastic. They bend and I end up having to throw them away.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
- I DID finally buy a ball winder....but no swift still. I wrap the hank around my feet and wind it a little at a time until I have the entire ball done, lol. Means I can use all those beautiful hanks I've had sitting around!
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
- Probably a year or maybe more. I started an Hour Glass sweater from Last minute Knitted Gifts for myself but then I put it down and forgot then moved to Cali and then got pregnant so I decided to wait until the baby is here to work on it since it won't fit until after then....but I may get working on it. Just gotta make a sleeve and a half then add them on and knit the shoulder part.
18. What is your favorite holiday? What winter holiday do you observe?
- I think my favorite holiday is Christmas. I love giving people things that I made for them by hand and seeing their faces when they see it's handmade. It makes me feel like I did something really special for them!
19. Is there anything that you collect?
- Nope...Not really. I DO collect yarn, does that count?
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
- Oh my gosh...I want to make something out of Noro SOOOOOOOOO BAD. I've not used Noro yet but I see it often and the colors amaze me. I love the changes in color. I'd love to try some yarns like panda silk, yarntini, yarn pirate, cherry tree hill, and other socks yarns like those that I haven't gotten to try. I currently have subscriptions to Creative Knitting and Knit 'N Style. I love knitting magazines and I'd get more subscriptions if I could talk hubby into helping me buy more, lol.
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
I want to try knitting 2 socks on 2 circs but I need the proper needles for it. I know I can find out HOW to do it online...just need to get me some good needles in sock sizes to try it out.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
- I am indeed! My foot is a size 8 US. I'm not really sure what the measurments are but I've never made a pattern that didn't fit me in the leg and gusset so I guess I'm just "normal" lol.
23. When is your birthday?
- Feb. 11th. I am FINALLY in a SP that will be going on during my birthday! lol.
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
- I am on ravelry, my name there is Kellye8498.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Totally Finished With First Baby Item
So this is the first thing I've knitted for the baby to be. I finished the knitting on june 25th...LONG before I even knew I was pregnant. Tonight I finally got to sewing on the buttons and tearing the single crochet bind off out and making it a regular bind off. We don't know that it's a girl yet but we're hoping. Incase, I've knitted a girl item and a unisex item. I'm still working on the unisex one but will definately post a pic when it's complete which will be soon! If we have a boy then this will go to the next person in the family that has a girl I assume...but it better be for this baby, lol.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
13 Week Ultrasound Pics!
Here they are!!! Baby's first pics!!!
This one was the regular, 2D ultrasound pic. I thought it was SO cute though because the baby was sucking it's thumb and it was amazing to watch it move and hiccup and do all the little movements.
This one was a 3D pic of the 4D ultrasound. Baby was pounding its fists up and down like someone beating on glass because it didn't like the ultrasound wand pushing on it's home, lol.
There are other pics but I haven't gotten them edited to post online since I don't want all that info they print on ultrasounds on the internet of course! I get another ultrasound on 11.13.08 ao I will be sharing those pics too I'm sure! Hope you all enjoyed the photos! :)
Monday, October 13, 2008
First Baby Dr Appt.
Friday was my first baby Dr. Appt. It was pretty uninvolved but I DID get to hear the babys heartbeat :) It made me really happy and I was SO excited.
They wouldn't let my hubby in because they don't let kids in the office around the pregnant people and we didn't have anyone to watch him for the appointment. I know he'll come for the next appointment though so he'll get the hear it too :)
I'm due April 23rd and no, we don't know what we're having yet. I will definately let everyone know what we're having when we find out though! Now it's time for some preggy time napping, lol. I will include knitting in my next post!!
They wouldn't let my hubby in because they don't let kids in the office around the pregnant people and we didn't have anyone to watch him for the appointment. I know he'll come for the next appointment though so he'll get the hear it too :)
I'm due April 23rd and no, we don't know what we're having yet. I will definately let everyone know what we're having when we find out though! Now it's time for some preggy time napping, lol. I will include knitting in my next post!!
Saturday, September 06, 2008
Ok, So It's Been Awhile!
Well I'm back! It's been awhile since I was into blogging and had the time. A lot has happened in the past few months that took all my blogging time away. Ready for this? I moved from Ohio to California....then switched from one apartment in Cali to another 2 1/2 hours away from it, still in Cali....I got married!....I'm pregnant!
Those are the main parts that have happened, lol. I'm sure there is more but I'll add as I think of them. Now to show off the knitting I've gotten done. I decided that I WAS going to do some UFO finishing and I did so here they are:
Those are the main parts that have happened, lol. I'm sure there is more but I'll add as I think of them. Now to show off the knitting I've gotten done. I decided that I WAS going to do some UFO finishing and I did so here they are:
Pixie Hat from Baby Knits...although it DOES still need tassels...
Summer Halter by Knit This...that's right! Three years in the making and it's DOOOOOONE!
Feather And Fan Baby Sweater from 101 Designer One Skein Wonders
Pair Of Socks by Myself
Star Blanket for Andrew
That's about it so far but I think I really got quite a bit done in the way of finishing things that I'd started long ago. I'm about a day away from finishing my baby cardigan from Mason Dixon Knitting too. Wish me luck on that cause it's at the bottom of a pile somewhere, lol.
I'm knitting a baby jacket now that is from Knitting Pure and Simple Called the Easy Baby Cardigan. It's looking good but I haven't done enough to post a pic so look for that coming soon!
Sunday, March 09, 2008
WOW, been a long time!
I went to Vegas with my boyfriend for New Years and he sent the pics over today and they all made me laugh because we look SO silly so here we are in the hotel room the night of New Years. It was just prior to the fireworks :)
This one is from the car while we were waiting on the fireworks to start. Aren't we CUTE?!
This one is a 2 parter. This is Andrew prior to the fireworks starting.....
And here is Andrew once the fireworks started....
Here is what we are all looking at. YAY for fireworks!
Hope you all enjoyed the photo ops! We had a lot of fun!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Ravelry and Finished Objects
I've been working on getting my ravelry account up to date all morning and I'm almost done. I only have pics to add for three objects and they aren't finished objects yet so I'm calling it ok. LMAO.
I finished Andrews Christmas Tree Hat last night and he wore it to school this morning...even though it's not December, lol. He LOVES it. I just hope that he brings it home in one piece!
I finished Andrews Christmas Tree Hat last night and he wore it to school this morning...even though it's not December, lol. He LOVES it. I just hope that he brings it home in one piece!
I also found some batteries FINALLY and got some pics of the Forest Canopy Shawl. I'm SUPER excited about it and it came out looking great. I may have to block it again because I'm not totally sure that it came out as big as it COULD have but we'll see I suppose!
I'm super excited that I can wear it around now. I hope that I get to wear it around a little more before winter starts and it just isn't enough to keep me warm...who am I kidding? It's already now enough to keep me warm. We've already had SNOW! Eck! Not yet weather people! NOT YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEET!!!!!!!
Monday, October 22, 2007
My Babys First Art From School
Today my son brought home his first art project from school! I was so excited I almost did a little happy dance, lol. Check it out! :
Isn't it cute?! I'm so excited!HOORAH for teachers that make kids do art for their parents, lmao!
Isn't it cute?! I'm so excited!HOORAH for teachers that make kids do art for their parents, lmao!
Friday, October 12, 2007
Yarn Porn!!!
Boy, oh boy, do I have some eyecandy for YOU! It's yummy, has a great price, feels LOVELY, and is hand painted beautifully. What more could you ask for?! What? You don't believe me? Well here just see for yourself...I'll bet you'll be begging me for the suppliers website to order by the time you quit drooling in your own lap ;)
I can tell, you're excited! Don't worry I was too! Now wipe the drool, you're embarrassing yourself :) Since you all know that I love you...and because I love this yarn seller...the owner even offered me advice over the phone on how many stitches and what needles she uses to get the yarn to stripe fairly well. They are super polite, super helpful. They also wrote me a follow up email to ask if I got the yarn and how I like it. If that's not caring service I don't know what is. Heck, she even sent one hank while she was on VACATION!
Without further a-do...she SOOOOOO deserves my plug for her store! I will be ordering from her many more times!
Click-----> Gypsy Girl Creations
I now leave you with yet another SUPER cute pic of Panda:
Have a great night guys and happy knitting!!!!
Thursday, October 11, 2007
What went wrong today? Let me just share...
So today has been one of the worst days EVER. Everything that COULD go wrong did and I just wish I had stayed in bed today with the covers over my head and slept it all away!
-My son had to go to the Dr. today...diagnosed with Ear Infection and Anemia
-Dr said my son needed bloodwork (enough said right?) so I took him and it was awful with the lady losing his vein and having to wiggle the needle around to get it in again each time he moved.
-My blood sugar was high all day today.
-My insulin pump BROKE today...yup, that nifty thingy that costs 9000.00
-My pump is NOT under warantee anymore I found out.
-My insurance will fight paying for a replacement I was also told...and it may take months to get a new one.
-Andrew just started throwing up...and has thrown up 4 times in the last hour. :(
Only silver lining? The guys are going to fight HARD for me to get my new pump and I trust that they will get me one and they are sending me a loaner pump tomorrow asap so I don't die. I'm hoping that my insurance covers a new one because if not I have to pay a 250.00 restocking fee at the end of the 3 months I get the replacement pump for. If I get a replacement pump with the company then I don't have to pay the fee at all so that would be great.
Ok, so who was the pain in the ta ta's who wished ALL this bad luck on me today?!
-My son had to go to the Dr. today...diagnosed with Ear Infection and Anemia
-Dr said my son needed bloodwork (enough said right?) so I took him and it was awful with the lady losing his vein and having to wiggle the needle around to get it in again each time he moved.
-My blood sugar was high all day today.
-My insulin pump BROKE today...yup, that nifty thingy that costs 9000.00
-My pump is NOT under warantee anymore I found out.
-My insurance will fight paying for a replacement I was also told...and it may take months to get a new one.
-Andrew just started throwing up...and has thrown up 4 times in the last hour. :(
Only silver lining? The guys are going to fight HARD for me to get my new pump and I trust that they will get me one and they are sending me a loaner pump tomorrow asap so I don't die. I'm hoping that my insurance covers a new one because if not I have to pay a 250.00 restocking fee at the end of the 3 months I get the replacement pump for. If I get a replacement pump with the company then I don't have to pay the fee at all so that would be great.
Ok, so who was the pain in the ta ta's who wished ALL this bad luck on me today?!
Saturday, October 06, 2007
New Member Of The Family
On Thursday we aquired a new member of our family:
Meet Panda. Isn't he CUTE?! I bought him for my son but somewhere inside I think I also bought him for me, lol. I haven't had a hamster for a few years now because I was really sad when my last one died. I bought that one the same way....said it was for Andrew but he was less than 1 year old at the time, lol.
I need to get in bed now. Took forever to get my computer to upload these pics so it's WAY past my bedtime! I leave you with another pic of Panda :)
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
My Pumpkin!!
Here it is:
The first pumpkin that I've ever really carved. Did I do good? Thanks to the 3.44 kit at WalMart it looks ok. WOOHOO!
The first pumpkin that I've ever really carved. Did I do good? Thanks to the 3.44 kit at WalMart it looks ok. WOOHOO!
Thursday, September 27, 2007
My...Near Death Experience.
I went out and put my son on the bus then got on the sarta bus to go to the store because I didn't want to walk there AND all the way home so I got my items then left. Well I remember telling the lady bye but I don't remember much else except that my legs kept feeling like they were turning to jelly and I was going to pass out then I just started falling down. So I fell about 6 times and this lady came out and offered to help and offered me a bag because I had pop and it broke when I fell down the last time and then she offered me a ride home. Well I couldn't remember where I lived so she tried to help me and eventually we ended up back on a street that I recognized and I remembered enough that she got me home....
I came in and realized that my blood had to be low so I ate some cake then realized that my wallet was missing so my neighbor took me to find it and the lady that gave the the ride came out of her house and told me that she found my wallet and I told her that I was diabetic and didn't want her to think I was some 7am drunk (because when I have that stuff happens it seems like I'm drunk) and she said that she was glad to know what was wrong and that she was glad I was ok and my friend took me back home.
Well I had slits in both legs of my jeans from falling (yup, my only pair of good jeans...totally ruined) and my knees were killing me so I went to look and it's horrible. Apparently that road isn't my friend :
Apparently walking with low blood sugar isn't my strong suit eh? I'm ok now but I just wanted to let you all know what happened. Scary to know that not only did I get so low I couldn't have gotten myself home alive but I also got into the car with a strange woman that I've never seen in my life. I guess I'm just lucky that she was a good lady!
I came in and realized that my blood had to be low so I ate some cake then realized that my wallet was missing so my neighbor took me to find it and the lady that gave the the ride came out of her house and told me that she found my wallet and I told her that I was diabetic and didn't want her to think I was some 7am drunk (because when I have that stuff happens it seems like I'm drunk) and she said that she was glad to know what was wrong and that she was glad I was ok and my friend took me back home.
Well I had slits in both legs of my jeans from falling (yup, my only pair of good jeans...totally ruined) and my knees were killing me so I went to look and it's horrible. Apparently that road isn't my friend :
Apparently walking with low blood sugar isn't my strong suit eh? I'm ok now but I just wanted to let you all know what happened. Scary to know that not only did I get so low I couldn't have gotten myself home alive but I also got into the car with a strange woman that I've never seen in my life. I guess I'm just lucky that she was a good lady!
Friday, September 14, 2007
First SP11 Package
Well today my first SP11 package arrived and I couldn't be happier! I think I have the best pal ever, lol.
Inside my package were these two items :
Inside my package were these two items :
Three lovely balls of Elann Super Kydd and a lovely book called Knitting lace Triangles by Evelyn A. Clark. WOOHOO! I can carry on with my new love, lace shawls! This one will, of course, be lace weight though and the mohair makes it lovely.
Here is another pic that shows how lovely the yarn is out of the plastic. Isn't it scrumptious?! I can't wait to knit it up and wear it around!
Monday, September 03, 2007
More Progress
I've been going at a pretty good clip on the forest canopy shawl. I have done 17 pattern repeats of my 20 so I should finish this week if I'm lucky. With 307 stitches on the needles right now I am averaging only one 8 row pattern repeat a day. I'm assuming that the edging and bind off is going to take about the same amount of time so...about 5 days to go possibly.
I can't wait until this is done and I can wear it all around town. It looks amazing but the pics don't do the yarn justice. It's a muttle of reds, oranges, and a hint of a purple color. Amazing and great to knit up also. I am officially a Schaefer Anne fan now. I will have to look into getting some more of this once I get some money together.
I also put in a few more repeats on the Rainy day socks but I really haven't touched them since taking the last pics. Just put in another pattern repeat while waiting on my appointment the other day and then put them in the waiting corner again. One day I WILL finish them! I just need to find some time, lmao. I don't like anything that takes away forest canopy time! Once it's done I will certainly be starting something else though. I just don't know what. Any suggestions?
Me after knitting another repeat over 307 teeny tiny stitches:
Saturday, September 01, 2007
Forest Canopy So Far
Ok, so I have officially started my FCS KAL with my knitting haven friends and it's a really great project! So far I have done very well. I think that this will be cast off soon already! I am having so much fun that i have a hard time putting it down!
So there is my progress so far. I have actually done about 3-4 pattern repeats since then so I will have more pics on here in a day or two. i can't wait to block this and wrap it around myself. It feels lucious. I'm knitting it on size 4US needles and making it from the Schaefer Anne that I recieved from my SP10 Pal
So there is my progress so far. I have actually done about 3-4 pattern repeats since then so I will have more pics on here in a day or two. i can't wait to block this and wrap it around myself. It feels lucious. I'm knitting it on size 4US needles and making it from the Schaefer Anne that I recieved from my SP10 Pal
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
SP11 Questionaire
1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
I really like the newer fibers but haven't gotten to try them...especially the sea silk, stainless steel yarn, and the corn fibers. I like wool and cotton. Not really fond of anything with acrylic because it hurts my hands. :(
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
I use the knitpicks options needles now so I store them in the case that they came in. I store DPN's in a traveling toothbrush case and my straights are in a roll up holder with a ribbon tie.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I have been knitting for about 2 years now. I would say that I'm intermediate. There is a lot that I haven't gotten to try and I'm starting to dabble in lace now.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
Hrm, no but that's a good idea, lol.
5. What's your favorite scent?
I really like vanilla
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
I'm not really picky on candy. I DO love reisien (chocolate covered chocolate caramel) but can't seem to find it around here anymore.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I really just knit. I can crochet but don't enjoy it nearly as much. I got a spindle from SP10 but I'm having trouble and pretty much put it away for awhile. I'm going to try again soon!
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I listen to almost anything. I'm into trying anything new.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
I like almost anything. I really don't have any that I can't stand. The one yarn that I saw that I decided was beautiful was rainbow but it was all pastel colors. No yarn stores near me either (explains my poor looking stash!) so I can't seem to find it.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I have a 3 1/2 yo son but no pets unless you count him, lol.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
But of course! Love them all.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I love to knit hats, socks, and now I'm into lace shawls. I want to knit a sweater one day too.
13. What are you knitting right now?
I'm currently knitting a pair of Rainy Day socks from Magknits and the Forest Canopy Shawl.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Of course I do!
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I really like circs. Haven't been knitting with anything else recently. I use metal but I need to get some bamboo ones for my lace projects.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
Don't I WISH!
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
Hrm...probably 1 - 1.5 years old, lol.
18. What is your favorite holiday?
Probably Christmas but every holiday has its own special things for me.
19. Is there anything that you collect?
YARN!!!!!!!! If I could turn my apartment into a yarn store I would...but I'd knit it all and lse money.
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I don't have any mag. subscriptions but if I had the money for them I would. I love the mags and make special trips to walmart to sit there and check them out, LOL. I buy when there is a pattern in there that is just calling my name. As for the other things...maybe some circs in sock sizes that are longer so I can do magic loop. I'd really like to try magic loop on a sock. I'm dying to get my hands on ANY yarn but of course I want the softest ones, lol. I also want some Schaefer Anne because it's a dream to knit with!
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
Hrm. FairIsle and Intarsia. It's really all I haven't at least dabbled in.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
Sure am! My foot is a womens size 7 US. I'm not sure of the measurments and, of course, my tape measure is MIA...like every other knitters tape measure in the world, lol.
23. When is your birthday?
Feb. 11th
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
Not yet. I'm still waiting and I have more than 10k people ahead of me :(
Hope this helps my pal out. I can't wait to start this round of secret pal. It's so fun to get the surprise packages AND to send them out to your pal and see if they liked the items that you chose!
Kelly
I really like the newer fibers but haven't gotten to try them...especially the sea silk, stainless steel yarn, and the corn fibers. I like wool and cotton. Not really fond of anything with acrylic because it hurts my hands. :(
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
I use the knitpicks options needles now so I store them in the case that they came in. I store DPN's in a traveling toothbrush case and my straights are in a roll up holder with a ribbon tie.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I have been knitting for about 2 years now. I would say that I'm intermediate. There is a lot that I haven't gotten to try and I'm starting to dabble in lace now.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
Hrm, no but that's a good idea, lol.
5. What's your favorite scent?
I really like vanilla
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
I'm not really picky on candy. I DO love reisien (chocolate covered chocolate caramel) but can't seem to find it around here anymore.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I really just knit. I can crochet but don't enjoy it nearly as much. I got a spindle from SP10 but I'm having trouble and pretty much put it away for awhile. I'm going to try again soon!
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I listen to almost anything. I'm into trying anything new.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
I like almost anything. I really don't have any that I can't stand. The one yarn that I saw that I decided was beautiful was rainbow but it was all pastel colors. No yarn stores near me either (explains my poor looking stash!) so I can't seem to find it.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I have a 3 1/2 yo son but no pets unless you count him, lol.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
But of course! Love them all.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I love to knit hats, socks, and now I'm into lace shawls. I want to knit a sweater one day too.
13. What are you knitting right now?
I'm currently knitting a pair of Rainy Day socks from Magknits and the Forest Canopy Shawl.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Of course I do!
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I really like circs. Haven't been knitting with anything else recently. I use metal but I need to get some bamboo ones for my lace projects.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
Don't I WISH!
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
Hrm...probably 1 - 1.5 years old, lol.
18. What is your favorite holiday?
Probably Christmas but every holiday has its own special things for me.
19. Is there anything that you collect?
YARN!!!!!!!! If I could turn my apartment into a yarn store I would...but I'd knit it all and lse money.
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I don't have any mag. subscriptions but if I had the money for them I would. I love the mags and make special trips to walmart to sit there and check them out, LOL. I buy when there is a pattern in there that is just calling my name. As for the other things...maybe some circs in sock sizes that are longer so I can do magic loop. I'd really like to try magic loop on a sock. I'm dying to get my hands on ANY yarn but of course I want the softest ones, lol. I also want some Schaefer Anne because it's a dream to knit with!
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
Hrm. FairIsle and Intarsia. It's really all I haven't at least dabbled in.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
Sure am! My foot is a womens size 7 US. I'm not sure of the measurments and, of course, my tape measure is MIA...like every other knitters tape measure in the world, lol.
23. When is your birthday?
Feb. 11th
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
Not yet. I'm still waiting and I have more than 10k people ahead of me :(
Hope this helps my pal out. I can't wait to start this round of secret pal. It's so fun to get the surprise packages AND to send them out to your pal and see if they liked the items that you chose!
Kelly
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