Here we are celebrating our birthday (both the same day, same year) at Killington. Took it easy and only skied one day, but had a good time. Who ever thought we'd still be skiing at 59! I love being in VT - I find peace there.This past week brought the passing of a good friend and father figure - Roger. Friend - neighbor - dad and grandfather - an all around good guy. His passing leaves a huge empty spot in our lives. Be in peace with those who have gone before you, Rog.
Baby boy car seat throw - modular - on the blocking table! Bernat Softee chunky yarn in color Circus. I love the way the varigated yarn flows when done in this modular throw. ( Update 3/08 - This blanket was made for our new grandchild CH)Update on J's sweater. Putting it together today, then need to add the hood. Miss J has requested a zipper rather than buttons - her wish is my command (happily)!
OTN is an EZ Rib Warmer. I'm attempting to understand "Pithy" directions on my first EZ project. Yarn being used is Caron One Pound "Pure Fisherman". I don't know if they still make this color - I dug VERY deep into my stash for it.Also OTN is the EZ Baby surprise jacket. I'm using Plymouth Encore Colorspun for this project. I always try to use machine wash/dry yarns for baby items - quite honestly most mom's don't have the time to hand wash anything! I've only just started and will need lots of help with this one.
Completed this Crochet Pot
Scrubber yesterday just for fun. It's made out of nylon and it will be interesting to see if it actually works!Also completed and being blocked is my version of the 2008 St. Baldrick's hat made from Karabella yarn. I'm thinking of putting some 'curls' on the top. (Didn't figure out how to flip the photo yet - sorry it's sideways!)
On the sewing front, I've gotten a new dressmaking model. My Double Deluxe arrived this past week and I'm thrilled. I've had models before, but never one which was my size, which made them more of a 'coat rack' rather than a dressmaking asset. I've twisted the dials to my size ( no photo here - no one needs to see that size), gave Trudy a fancy hat and I'm ready to sew. First on the list are a few summer tees. Also thinking of a few summer dresses - when the weather is hot, they're so much more comfortable than shorts and tees. Then the almost impossible - pants that fit the way I want them to! If I EVER get that pattern perfect, I will have attained nirvana.
Until next time, knit (and sew) on! Deb
