Happy New Year

My SP must read minds! I so loved the iTunes gift card so far here's what I
have downloaded: Mama Mia soundtrack: Honey, Honey, Dancing Queen
Michael Buble: Moon Dance, Fever and I am still looking. You are
awesome and so very generous. I received a wonderful surprise in the
mail yesterday! This beautiful book. SP, How did you know which one
I wanted most? Love it! Thank you so much; I wanted to email you but,
I can't find your email address. Happy Holidays to you SP!!

Holiday Knitting

What joy to have as much time as I want to
sit and knit just for me. I've done all the
knitting for gifts for the time being but,
I am knitting for myself. Mailed my spoilee her
giftie and hope she likes it!

MOre Amigurumi

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Finally finished the Bunny, Bear and made
another Monkey. Several more to go for
stocking stuffers.

BF's newphew's Baby Blanket

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BF & I have working on a blanket for his nephew
who was born in May. Couple more squares and
we will be done just in time for the Holidays!

More Bday gifties from family

Big 52 Bash and my SP is Sweet

Here's a pic of a BDay giftie from my sweet SP and it's so
funny but, I collect little plates. This is my favorite one
of all. Thank you so much SP!

Amigurmi; Closer Better Shot

In the process of finishing all projects; BF wanted a second pair o fingerless
gloves done in Corn Fiber. I finally found 4 skeins of Debbie Bliss DK Cotton
in color #13003! Now I finish my skirt from Greetings from Knit Cafe. Also,
found a tutorial on how to do a cast-on for my Flower Basket Shawl pattern from
my SP from round 11. Yessss!!

SP 13 Quesitonaire

1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? I love anything that has great color and is soft; am not too fond of
wool. Wool blends are ok. I do love corn fiber.
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? They're all in my knit
basket.
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
8 years; intermediate level.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? I do; keilagonzalez@hotmail.com
5. What's your favorite scent? I love lavender, rose, and anything citrus.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? I love chocolate.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I don't spin, yet. I do crochet, cross stitch, make gemstone jewelry.
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD) I love all kinds of music; not too fond of Country.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand? Fav colors
brgundy red, royal blue and any shade of purple.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? I haven't any pets.
I have a BF, 2 grown kids and 3 grandkids.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? I wear scarves and hats.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? Fav item to knit; anything that
I haven't made before. I would love to learn how to make socks.
13. What are you knitting right now? I am in the process of finishing a baby
blanket with my BF and a skirt that I have been hunting extra fiber for.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts? Love, love hand made items.
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I prefer bamboo or any other wood needle.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? No
17. How old is your oldest UFO? Oldest UFO is my skirt from Greetings Knit
Cafe; about a year as I had run out of fiber & finally found it via a good
friend.
18. What is your favorite holiday? What winter holiday do you observe?
Fav Holiday Christmas. Winter holiday I observe Thanksgiving.
19. Is there anything that you collect? I collect mini bears and Hello Kitty
anything.
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 have Creative Knitting.
I love Books! Any book on knittnig; I have a list via Amazon wishlist.
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn? Sock making
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? Not yet. I wear
size 10 or 11 shoe.
23. When is your birthday? November 24th
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID. I will need to look it up.

Harajuku Lover

Usually I can not wear perfume unless it is oil based; they seem to
have the same basis of scent. Here's something that I will want for
my Bday present to myself. LOve...

Halllooooweeeen....and Amigurumi

My grandkids did a Trunk or Treat at their church and did all the walking
their little legs could stand; here's a bird's eye view of one of their
bags! Holy cow... their mom had them leave some with me and BF. Here's a not
so great pic of my collection of amigurumi animals that I have loved making
and plan on making more!

What 's new in The Woods-

Have had a few projects going on at the same time. Making
another set of cabled fingerless gloves and a blanket for
a sweet baby boy. I am also in the process of making a
monkey from Amigurumi's Cute Book. I love all things Japanese
and this is one more thing that I love: small, cute animals.

Stacking stones in the Northwest

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This was done by someone who has a good
sense of balance. I love it here; creativity is
highly sought out!

Some more close-ups of my gifites

Kudos to my SP- Abby!

On Friday I went to my mailbox and there was something
from my SP. As I opened the box I started giggling as
I so love all things Hello Kitty and Abby gifted some
awesome stuff. I so love the fiber; corn and the color-
Divine Wine. I've already taken the skeins apart and balled
them up for some fingerless gloves. I also loved the mini
of the Trivi Fountain. It is so cool to look inside and see
a 3D mini of one of the world's most popular places in Rome.
I remember a movie when I was a child called "Three Coins
In the Fountain". I hope to see Italy one day, Abby. My
sister went this Summer about the same time you were there.
Thank you so much for all the wonderful gifties and for all
the work you took in putting my package together. Sooo-oooo
Loved it All!! I plan on making both the Fudgy Brownies and
the Cocoa Mix. Ciao Bella!

Summer Almost Gone

Have several knit projects going on and still have time for my gardening.
Made this necklace for a friend who is needing TLC in her life. I chose
rose quartz and several different colors of Swarvoski crystals. At last,
Dahlia's are out; this one is almost as big as my head! I have a fascination
for them...

Still knitting

I hope that I have correctly saved this great pic of a bag
I purchased from Amy at goodtobegirl. I love the colors and
the guide on the inside is awesome as it allows a free flow
from your fiber as you knit. On another note; BF & I have
been working together knitting a blanket for his nephew.
Orange is the color & funky is the style. I hope to start
piecing it togother this weekend.

BF is a great Chef and he bakes

My BF is one amazing man. He spoils me to no end and if that isn't
enough he is usually feeding our friends and neighbors. There is
one thing that he does for me that makes me so happy and that is
lemon tarts and high tea. I am blessed to have him in my life; he
is a God sent and a very gentle soul. I send him lots of love today
as he is experiencing tooth troubles. Check out his blog:
www.blissinabite.blogspot.com

Thank you Secret Pal!

My secret pal is one busy gal and she has made this great cotton
chenille flower shaped wash cloth. Along with it is some wonderful
soap-- I so love my surprise secret pal. Thank you so much! You seem
to know my taste ;0)

Me, Hollyhocks and Summertime Festivities

I might enter a competition that involved knitting if it was
for the most original item knitted. I haven't entered any craft
competition before for knitting. I have and still do sell my
handmade gemstone jewelry on consignment and at different craft
fairs. I love anything handmade & love going to see crafts of all
kinds.

Blue Pool

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On the way to Hana, Maui there are many waterfalls
and little pools waiting to be discovered. This is
Blue Pool and it is quite the hike to get there to
enjoy an afternoon swim. None the less.... Ahhhh!
It was so worth it!

LOve Summer

Yesterday our neighbor took us to Deception Pass. Wow! I am always
stunned by the beauty in Washington. If you can live through the
Blahhhs of Winter; Summer will definitely more than make up for all
the misery.

Mulkiteo Library

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Love the outlook & youthful perspective of this
statue. I loved books as a child and now that
I work at a library I realize what a wonderful
window for adventures we have.

Question of the Week

My favorite supper for a hot summer evening has to be
Mandarin Orange & chicken salad. Or anything off of the
Barbie with greens. I love to eat little and drink plenty
of smoothies and shakes during summer. Come Winter I become
insatiable at eating so I must balance it out;)

Questions for the last 2 weeks

One of my favorite places to knit is outdoors; at the park,
beach, concert. The perfect setting for me really depends
on what I happen to be knitting. If the project requires
me reading a pattern then the best place is somewhere
quiet. Mostly I like knitting in my comfy chair, my feet
are up and I am sipping lemonade.

SP 12 Question of the Week

My favorite project for vacation to knit is
anything small; usually purse, scarf, baby
booties. Anything that gives me instant gratification!

container gardening

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Summer has been a blessing for winter's store.
Not only am I container gardening but, I also have
a small plot at a friend's house who has been
generous enough to let me plant broccli, eggplant,
melons, herbs, and soon collards and beets.
I am still knitting; I have made couple of wash cloths from
Mason-Dixon book and have started a skull blanket panel
that BF & I are collaborating on.

J & T

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What has been keeping busy? Gardening!

Two questions

My fav fiber that I just can't do without is bamboo. It is nubby and stretches
wonderfully. Fibers I would love to have and have not worked with; silk or
angora. My favorite vacation or Holiday place is Maui; I have family there
& I love to go for several weeks when I can. Where would I love to go?
Around the world on a sea cruise with port stops every where.

My Hollyhock

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Last year I bought seeds for this Indian Summer hollyhock; I sowed the
seeds over the Fall and they grew all Winter long. Now, I am proud to
say that the plant is well over 10' and is flowering beautifully!

My idea of the perfect fiber stash...

I think that if I had enough yarn to complete just one
big project I would be ecstatic! That would be perfect.

What I looked forward ...

to in Summer vacation was endless hours
of swimming, bike riding, playing baseball,
catching fireflies at night. Mostly, I loved
being able to spend all day outside!!

What is your fav Summer time drink?

AAAhh! Well I love strawberry smoothies, iced white chocolate breves from
Starbucks, fresh lemonade, Iced green and passionflower tea. I could go
on and on...

Rasti Hat and the Wizard of Oz

Busy start to a wonderful Summer. Our youngest,Isabelle just had
her first ballet recital. We had so much fun watching an entire
school of ballerinas of different ages perform. We thought Issy
would be nervous, but, no she's a natural performer. She was a
Lollipop kid. Also, is a pic of a Rasti Hat I made for one cool
Dready Man.

SP 12 Questionaire

1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like? I like all kinds of fiber but would prefer not to have to knit fun fur.

2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? Right now they are in a bag

3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced? I learned to knit 11 yrs ago
I taught myself with books from the library. I consider myself to be an inter-
meidate knitter.

4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? I do have an Amazon wish
list; use this email address to find it: keilagonzalez@hotmail.com

5. What's your favorite scent? Flower scents, vanilla, orange, chocolate

6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? Do I ever! Anything chocolate.

7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I don't spin. I would love to learn. I do gemstone jewelry designs, crocheting,
scrapbooking, altering book, macarme, gardening, sewing and cross stitching.

8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)I love all kinds of music. I would be willing to
try new tunes.

9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand? i love purple, pinks, greens, greys. I do not like to use white or cream.

10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? I am a single.

11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? I wear hats, scarves and gauntlets. Never worn a poncho.

12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? I like trying new techniques.
Right now I am knitting a lace shawl.

13. What are you knitting right now? Lace shawl and fingerless guantlets.

14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts? Yes, absolutely.

15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I like bamboo straight needles.

16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? I don't own either.

17. How old is your oldest UFO? My oldest UFO is a lace panel skirt from Greetings from Knit Cafe. I can't find anymore Debbie Bliss DK cotton #13003

18. What is your favorite holiday? Christmas

19. Is there anything that you collect? I collect tea cups, mini bears and any
thing Hello Kitty.

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 haven't any subscriptions.
I am on a wild hunt for Debbie Bliss cotton DK in color lot #13003. I would love
a set of rosewood needles in size 5.

21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn? I would love to learn to do drop spindle.

22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? I have never attempted to knit socks. I wear a size 11 shoe.

23. When is your birthday? November 24th

24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID? Not yet.

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Cabled Fingerless Gloves

Love to make gauntlets; these are for my BF and this fiber is called
Maizey--corn fiber. Hard to work with since the thread has had a
tendency to pull apart or unravel as you are working. Needless to say
I was excited about finishing these lovelies.

BF's 30th, High Tea in Fairhaven

Sorella's and a view

Moved to crepes and views

Love the sunshine and so today BF and I went to the Ferry Terminal where a
friend of the family owns a great bistro with beautiful berry crepes and a
view of the Canadian mountains to die for! On the knit scene; am making
fingerless, cabled gloves out of Maizy fiber for BF. He chose a warm variegated
green but, Maizy is not for me...Will post pics later.

Life is good...and busy!

This fiber was gifted to me by my last SP and I am doing my own lace pattern
shawl.

Help! and Happy New Year

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I am so close to finishing this skirt; this not the pic of the
skirt's progress. It is a Debbie Bliss cotton DK in lot
color #13003. I am desperate to find at least 6 more
skeins. The skirt is cute but, too short for my taste.
If anyone has any knowledge of where I can find more
of this color lot pleasssse let me know. I have searched
all the LYS in my area, online yarn stores and I am
sure that it will come....