My First Connecticut Knitting Post!

I couldn't decide whether to let the knitting blog stay frozen in Shorewood time, or to keep writing. So you can pretty much figure out what I decided. Anyway ...... I just returned from the weekly Woodbury Farmers' Market, where I noticed yarn for sale. The woman who sells it spins it herself in 50 yard skeins, and it is beautiful (though pricey). I especially loved the angora that she spins from her rabbits' fur. Each skein has a photo of the animal it came from, and the animal's name. I love that. Her website has some information and photos of the sheep and bunnies. She'll be at the market all summer, so once I figure out what I could do with one of her skeins, I will buy one. She suggested using the angora as the bottom of a hat, which I thought was a good idea. And ...... she told me about a yearly yarn event just over the border in New York state, the New York Sheep and Wool Festival. It sounds similar to the one Cathy went to last year in Wisconsin. And, in talking with her about yarn, I mentioned that I haven't seen a yarn shop yet. She told me about one in a neighboring town and said it's a good shop. They don't have a website, but I found out where it is. So one of these days I will venture over there. Not that I have given much thought to knitting yet ....... between the settling in (translated: cleaning a mess that never seems to go away) and the lure of outdoors, it's hard to think of knitting. Friday mornings were good because they forced me to pick up yarn in the summertime. But soon enough that time will come again ........

Friday, June 12, 2009

In knitting news, Carol informed us that this weekend is Worldwide Knit in Public Day, which is being celebrated tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. at Bradford Beach.
It was my last knitting morning for a long time (heavy sign) so we took a group photo at Last Drop. I am going to miss this group so much!
Look what Carol made! We were all mesmerized when she explained how she took an old purse and covered it in a knitted fabric, knit from eyelash yarn. A bit of sewing and voila! a new purse!

Since it was the project that wouldn't end, I thought I'd make it official that the college colors-themed graduation present is finished! I mailed everything off yesterday. Priscilla has the pattern for the "fit as you go" mittens. The scarves and light blue hat were done ad lib. The blue rolled hat was from KnitPicks. It's super easy and really cute; I'm thinking of making one for myself later on.

I'm still trying to figure out what to do with this blog after I move. I have a few ideas, and will mull them over while I unpack boxes........ til then ...............

Knitting Lunch

Monday, June 8, was a farewell lunch. I only get five pictures per post so unfortunately most have me in them, but I wanted to highlight the thoughtful gifts. Thanks to Kathleen for taking the photos.

Our cake expert, Kathleen, saw to it that I now have all the supplies to make fancy cakes. The pressure is on. The blanket that Priscilla and Mary co-knit is beautiful and will look great in our house. Gotta love it. Elizabeth orchestrated, painted, and stitched this apron, signed by all the knitters. And Elizabeth was also the mastermind behind this amazing scrapbook that has contributions from all the knitters.

Friday, June 5, 2009

We had one last knitting at our house today, but I'll be the first to admit we didn't get much (translation: any) knitting accomplished. I also forgot to take photos. Shelley, Elizabeth, Priscilla, Mary, and I enjoyed a rare warm day and each other's company.

Friday, May 22, 2009

We had a quiet morning of knitting today, and it was nice to be indoors on a chilly and overcast spring day. No plans for knitting for next week as of yet. If anyone wants to host, it's yours! I want to have one more knitting at our house, but am still waiting to see when our next round of contractors will need to be there.

Mary and Sue get things started at this morning's knitting at The Last Drop.
Carol showing off her new tank top that she knit (from recycled yarn!) and the toe socks she's just started, using Magic Loop (of course!).

Elizabeth is so happy to be back working on her embroidery project.

Priscilla checking out Carols' toe sock. Mary diligently working on her shawl.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Elizabeth and Stephan treated us all to a terrific evening of "knit and sip" -- although let's be honest, we did lots of sipping and precisely no knitting. As we all clearly enjoyed the conversation, the second annual knitting happy hour extended well into the evening and was a huge success thanks to our hosts, who made sure that our every need for food and drink was met.

Patty and Doug, enjoying a laugh.

Paul and Pat shared the couch and knitting supplies, while Mary looked on. (This is what's called a photo-op.)

Dave and Cathy have a bite to eat.

The always cheeerful Elizabeth, with Brad and Kathleen.

Most of the Friday Morning Knitters: Elizabeth, Sue, Patty, Mary, Cathy, and Kathleen.

Friday, May 8, 2009

These are some pictures from last week's knitting at Mary's house. I wasn't there, so thanks a bunch to Mary for supplying the pictures!

Elizabeth seems to be pondering her next knitting project . . . . Kathleen's cross-stitch scarf.Carol finished her fingerless gloves!Is Patty back to making bowls? Magic loop? Crochet? I'm intrigued . . . . .