Monday, March 18, 2024

Finding My Work Rhythm

It's Monday, and I'm trying to get back on track after the weekend.  I spent part of Saturday at a newish yarn store in the area.


South End Yarn Co is a sweet, cozy shop located in Newburyport.  I had a lovely time chatting with the knitters who stopped by.  It's always inspiring to see what others are working on.  Thanks to everyone who came out.

It's another busy week, and I have a long list of items to tackle.  First, more coffee.

Friday, March 15, 2024

The Traveler Cowl

Another week, another sample spotlight.

The Traveler Cowl (Ravelry link).

This is a relaxing cowl project that is knit flat with a short seam in the back.  The design is very flexible, and substituting yarn is easy.  The pattern includes four sizes, so there are plenty of options.

This sample is made with Lillian and Shimmer, both in Daiquiri Ice.  If you're out and about this weekend for the Knit North Yarn Crawl, you'll find the sample plus kits at Another Yarn.  It will also be on display at the spring fiber events.

This week's color inspiration . . .


Fresh green for a pop of color.

Monday, March 11, 2024

Missed Game Plan

I finished a couple projects over the last couple days.  I must have been distracted.  I didn't follow my own game plan and failed to line up anything new to cast on.


I already have one or two things in the works, and I'll focus on them for the next day or so.  But I have to admit, it's not as thrilling as starting something new.

Friday, March 8, 2024

Magic Hour

I have a sample spotlight to wrap up the week.


Magic Hour (Ravelry link) was blocked and buttoned for my weekend in Freeport last month.

This was such a soothing, relaxing project.  It knit up in no time.  The shawl is easy to wear, and the buttons provide several clever styling options.

This sample was made with Lucia DK in Cool Waters, Celestial and Moon Shadow.  We used three colors instead of four.  Have fun and experiment with different color options!

This week's color inspiration . . .


Daffodil bright!

Wednesday, March 6, 2024

Bonus Knitting

It was a busy weekend, so I started the week with a little bonus knitting time.


I had wound this yarn last week, so it was easy to get this project up and running.

I've also been plotting more new projects, and today I'm pulling color options.  Maybe I'll cast on while I'm at it.

Friday, March 1, 2024

Next Week . . .

It's been another busy week of show prep, but in the background I'm also lining up new projects.  I'm anxious to get this one on the needles.

I'll have time to catch my breath and cast on next week.

This week's color inspiration . . .


Citrus cheer.

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

This Sunday!

I'm still recovering from my Freeport trip, and the week is slipping by.  I would love to just curl up on the couch with my needles and coffee.  Instead I'm trying to get a long list of dyeing under control.

Today I'm checking in with a quick reminder about Farm Fiber Day.


On Sunday I'll be at Russell's Garden Center with an awesome group of vendors.  If you made it to the January market, you'll find our booth in the same location this time around.  We'll have a booth full of hand-dyed yarn, knitting kits and yarn bundles.  Be sure to take a look at the samples for ideas and inspiration.

Gudrun Johnston and Mary Jane Mucklestone will be on hand with their new book, Grand Shetland Adventure Knits. This event is a highlight of the winter season.  If you're in the Boston area, I encourage you to check it out. Click on this link for details including a complete list of vendors.