Connecticut Preview

I'm completely focused on show prep this week . . . labeling and packing yarn, assembling kits, making bundles, loading the truck.  My greatest joy right now is checking another item off the to-do list.

Today I thought I'd give you a sneak peek at a couple new items that will be in the booth on Saturday.

People still love mini skeins, so we've added a couple new combos to the Mini Multi Bundle Collection. 

And how about some fresh, bright colors for spring.

All of these will be in our booth on Saturday.  If you're going, you'll find us in Barn 3.  These items aren't available on the website yet.  Coming soon . . . 

Stick To Your Knitting

Today's post is somewhat random but not completely unrelated to knitting.  I was listening to a podcast that had nothing to do with knitting.  The person being interviewed (a man) stated that he was going to stick to his knitting.

In my family, we often play a game of where did that word or phrase come from?  The English language is full of interesting twists and turns.  I couldn't resist finding out more about this phrase.

According to Oxford Languages, the phrase stick to your knitting means:  concentrate on an area of familiar activity rather than diversify.

Curiosity got the better of me, and I dug a little deeper.  I found this interview that provides more information.

The internet is a wonderful thing.

Forge Ahead

Thank goodness it's Friday.  I've felt out of sorts all week, and I blame it on the Monday holiday.  I'm ready to regroup over the weekend.

Sometimes assigning colors in a project is a matter of trial and error.

I started with a different color arrangement and then backtracked to this combo.  I think this is a go.  Or at least it is for now.  I'll forge ahead and see what happens.

This week's color inspiration comes from the finish line of the Boston Marathon.  The window ledges of the Boston Public Library were decked out for the occasion with daffodils.

Bright spots of yellow.

Back to Normal

After an extra long weekend and a hectic few days, I'm back to my normal work routine.  The dye pots are on, orders are shipped and I'm responding to emails as fast as I can.

I carved out a little time the other day to play with a few color options.

This is where I landed, and I've already cast on.  Stay tuned for progress shots.

I'll leave you with a quick schedule reminder.

I'm really looking forward to this in-person event.  Note the new location this year.  There's a great lineup of vendors.  You'll find all the details here.

Weaving and Meditation

This has been a lazy week, and we've finally hit the long holiday weekend.  I've been working full tilt as usual, but it seems that everyone else has been in vacation mode for a few days.

Before I start winding yarn for new projects, I thought I would be virtuous and take care of a few ends.

I don't mind weaving in ends.  There's a calming, meditative rhythm to the whole process.

The world is a mess right now.  Look for hope and bright spots wherever you can find them.  If you're observing a holiday this weekend, enjoy your celebration.

This week's color inspiration . . .

Fresh pink.

A Pile of Possibilities

There are always new projects lurking in the background, patiently waiting their turn.  When the conditions are right, one (or more) will rise to the surface.  I finished a couple projects recently, and before I knew it, two or three new patterns were lined up and waiting.

This is when the fun starts.  I pulled these colors to get the ball rolling.

I'll probably add to the pile of possibilities, and I might end up with something completely different, but it doesn't matter.  There are no right or wrong choices, and I'll enjoy the process of mixing and matching.

Stacked Eyelet Cowl

I'm settling in after a quick, busy weekend trip to Maine.  I wasn't gone that long, but it'll probably take me a couple days to catch up on everything. 

I had a new sample in the booth on Saturday.

Stacked Eyelet Cowl (Ravelry link).

This pattern is more like a basic recipe.  I made the smaller version, but there are also directions for a longer cowl that you can wrap around twice.  Or you can play around with the numbers and make it any size you'd like.

The yarn is Lillian Sport in Heartbreak Hill 2022.  This colorway is available on four different bases.  Follow the link for details.

When the Needles Are Empty . . .

I'm finally coming up for air after a few long days of work.  I've added another event to the spring calendar (more on that later), and new colors and projects are in the works.  Plus I've been released from the weight of paperwork and taxes, and I finished a project.

As soon as the weather cooperates, I'll get some decent pictures.  It's always so liberating to have empty needles, and you know what that means.  Time to cast on something new.

Deadline Distraction

I'm on deadline for a couple projects, but I'm having problems staying on task.  There are too many tempting projects, and I don't have the energy to resist.

I've been playing around with two-color brioche.

This is Liguria - the hat project from the Kit & Class offering that just wrapped up.  Brioche has a different rhythm, and I'd forgotten just how much fun it can be.  Also, this is a new DK base, and I'm loving it.  I'm contemplating a sweater as part of the trial run . . . after I finish my deadline projects.

I'm not usually a pink person, but the last few weeks I've been drawn to it.  I think I might have SAP - Seasonal Affection for Pink.  I don't know about you, but I crave bright, cheerful colors after winter.  And it continues with this week's color inspiration . . .

Pink through and through.