KnittingSutra

My New Knitted, Felted Pirate Hat

2011-12-11T19:56:00.000-08:00

Finished Tossie, my Pirate toy & Felted my Pirate Hat

2011-11-27T18:17:00.000-08:00

Friends and Friviolity

2011-11-25T08:34:00.000-08:00

I am so-o lucky to live near the Bay and have such an awesome view. More important
is are my good friends who love to indulge me by taking me to the park. It is beautiful so far this Fall/Winter and I am going to get as much outdoor time as possible.

Pirates, Blankets and Toys

2011-11-25T08:28:00.001-08:00

Busy little me; I love knitting so much. Started some skull squares for a baby blanket. Knitted my first wool Tricorn Hat for me Pirate events haven't felted
before so this will either be the first of many more to come or the last! Also,
started "Dot" from "Big Book of Knitted Monsters" by: Rebecca Danger. I love using
all the left over fiber to make these awesome toys. My grandkids took Flossie and Bossy home. So, now I need one for me. :)

Unofficially it is Autumn; Pumpkin Spice Lattes

2011-09-17T10:48:00.000-07:00

Portland Pirate Festival --AAARRRGGHHHHHHH!

2011-09-06T20:48:00.000-07:00

Portland Pirate Festival --AAARRRGGHHHHHHH!

2011-08-28T13:41:00.000-07:00

Saturday afternoons

2011-08-06T16:53:00.000-07:00

BF & I are sitting and choosing scents from a perfume kit my sister gave me.
It's awesome to sit together and build something in time & the aroma
with it. I picked out a base scent & 5 other oils & he deicded how
to combine them. It is sweet & delicious. We're doing an olfactory orgy!!
We call it Dragonfly; it reminds me of sweet meadows, sunlight, daisies
and local violets. Ahhhh, Summertime!

Blue Pool

2011-08-06T12:52:00.001-07:00

EE, a photo by knittergurl56 on Flickr.

Loved this little place my son showed us for an afternoon of hiking and swimming!

New gardening gloves!

2011-08-06T12:20:00.000-07:00

BF bought these way cool & chic gardening gloves from a neighborhood
craft sale. What a find!!

My favorite painter Liudmila Kondakova

2011-08-06T12:11:00.000-07:00

I can imagine all the wonders of Paris and the idea of dining al fresco
and having the passion of the magnificent city in the background is more
than I can bare. Knitting on the West Bank at Sunset. What a fab Idea!

Summertime...

2011-07-29T16:06:00.000-07:00

In sad need of a vacation; trying to get a few days to make
some memories of Summer since it isn't here for long...

2011-07-04T10:18:00.001-07:00

Made from left overs and scraps of decandent nylon fiber Flossie and Bossy go to
my grandson & granddaughter who love all things piratey. arrrggghhhhh...

mOrE fUn tHaN A baRReL!

2011-04-03T14:54:00.000-07:00

the making of my version of Bea the Basement monster. this is what has come about so
far. i have every intention of giving Bea a red dress, scraf and an eye-match; a Pirate Bea! lots of fun to make! excellent directions given by Rebecca Danger in
"The Big Book of Knitted Monsters". A week of what little free time I have and voila she is done.
Loads of ideas of how to make Alien style Beas and other monsters.

boats for cameron

2011-03-29T20:13:00.001-07:00

boats for cameron, a photo by knittergurl56 on Flickr.

Good times and memories for me!

2011-02-23T20:32:00.001-08:00

SAGITTARIUS: Sag floats out of her body and has to laugh at the stupid way she bought the farm. After somehow BREAKING the tunnel of light, she absolutely refuses to return to the body, since she's been trying to get out of it for all these years (via clumsy accidents). Because Sag is immensely curious about whether the so-called organized religious have any validity at all, this stroke of luck leads to some amaaaaaazing lessons, until, alas, the astral folks tire of her and trick her into returning to Earth for the duration.

How Sagittarius deals with death... oh, so true!

Fingerless gloves

2011-02-13T17:49:00.000-08:00

Love the SteAMpunK look and have altered my corset for an awesome fit. These gloves
I made with that in mind. They are also good for Pirate affairs and Renaissance Faires. Making more so I have them to take with me when I go to events this Spring
and Summer. I love the bright colors of the Ribbon even though the light reflects a
glimmery shine in real light it is a blend that can take your breath away.

2010-09-27T18:06:00.000-07:00

Rebirth of a dead Fuschia

2010-09-24T17:17:00.000-07:00

2010-07-30T20:30:00.000-07:00

After a bout with critical pneumonia at the end of May my only solace and comfort
has been knitting! and Sewing. Made a black cotton Pirate shirt for a friend. Knitted a pr. of cotton Debbie Bliss in gray fingerless cabled gloves and a pr. of
merino/cashmere cabled, fingerless gloves. No pics! However, I did manage two more prs. of laced-up fingerless gauntless gloves in gray cotton by Debbie Bliss and am on to knitting another pr. in red cotton.
Love my new interests in Pirates and Steampunk Fashion and hope to stay busy making
new things for my new interests.

You know you're bored when.....

2010-05-05T13:25:00.000-07:00

It's so hard to take a photo of self without assistance! Started a new set of
Fingerless Gloves in a Debbie Bliss cotton. The cables really stand out; I won't
be able to fudge on them if I forget where I am. I think I remember the order...
None the less I put the dble knit on hold for a few. I want to try and make
several prs. of gloves by the end of the month. OOhhh, Lala, I forgot Isabelle's
Bday! Yikes, I forgot I want to make her a sweet Mermaid... Knit like crazy!

shaky pics of my dbl knitting

2010-03-28T16:45:00.000-07:00

once i achieved confidence in doing the dble knitting technique i felt quite
happy; i still need to conctrate while knitting but at least it is a fiber
puzzle of sorts. :)

Coffe and Tea by Elizabeth Evans

2010-03-18T23:41:00.000-07:00

Double knitting-- what can I say; it's interesting and you can not have too
much going on at the same time. Let's see two colors- not bad, two different
stitches, ok- and a chart that has you switch stitches and colors when you
least expect it! Love this technique. More, Please! :) I plan on making a
plethora of mats, pot holders and towels to go along with the Ballband Wash
Cloths. Working and being unemployed is also a challenge. Still looking for
more work and waiting to go back to school> My life is full. Bought a new
bed. The old one was a nightmare; coils springing out for the attack, the
side permanently mangled to limp with you on the floor. Spring!! Time to plant
everything. Starting pot containers this weekend. Also on the agenda: date time
for me and BF. We are going to see Sherlock Holmes 1st and then Alice in Wonderland
this weekend.

Biology 101 and turning 7!

2010-03-12T13:39:00.000-08:00

I fell in love with this amazing life like pattern and made it for my grandson's
7th birthday. He's a boys boy and loves reptiles, spiders, and anything creepy
crawly. When he was a baby we nicknamed him Jaiden-bug. He was very alert; he'd
point out every bug within eyesight and squeal,"BUG!" like it was ice cream and
cake! So cute. He's now 7 and very smart. I can no longer spell words in front of
him-- he spells really well. His paternal grandmother taught him how to play chess
at age 3. He can be a formidable player. This is tribute to his spirit and curiosity
Today is my mom's 75th Birthday. I sent her some orchids and had thought to send
chocolate covered strawberries but instead she ended up two orchids and next week
the floral company will send her 1/2 dozen strawberries for free; how sweet!!
A tribute to her spirit also; strong, fierce and indepedent. She has lived through
some major landmark history and is all the better human for it. I love her so much.

Bizzie knitting and making jewelry

2010-01-16T13:15:00.000-08:00

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Used some awesome Knit Picks sock yarn to do a warm cabled fingerless glove and made some jewelry for new ventures. Oh, Happy Days.

The making of Boo Bat amigurumi

2009-12-26T20:41:00.000-08:00

My partner, Pam from a Coffee and Chocolate Swap sent this cute Bat amigurumi pattern
and I fell in love with the little guy. So, I spent two days and several pics later
documenting his birth. I changed up the pattern and I am happy with how he turned out.
Happy New Year!

coffee & chocolate swap '09

2009-12-04T17:22:00.001-08:00

coffee & chocolate swap '09
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

Knitting Sutra-Ohmmmmm

2009-10-31T12:33:00.000-07:00

Busy, busy, busy: Applying for College- Paralegal studies, looking for work
weekly, knitting for the Holidays. This has been a good time overall for me
to catch up on things that need to be done at home. I love my home and am so
grateful that I can manage to pay all my bills. I'm even able to help out others
this is a good thing. This particular Ohmmm knitted piece will be my comfort
pillow. I plan on filling it with lavendar as soon as it drys from being blocked.
It is probably one of the few things I have made that I will keep. On the needles
is a Celtic Braid knit handbag- will post pics soon.

My SP 14 Reveal

2009-10-21T12:42:00.000-07:00

I have been such a lucky duck with my SP and my Coffee and Chocolate
Swap partners. My SP is the lovely Mary Graham from England and here's
some beautiful wool and silk blend that she made just for me!! I so
loved everything you chose Mary; you have been so awesomely generous
too. I am blessed! Thank you so much for all the gifts and I am using
my little stock card journal: my first poem and doodle in over a year
so I chose "Forgive" as my word of inspiration. I will post more pics
soon! Big Hug to Mary and Sherri my sisters in Creativity.

Coffee and Chocolate swap

2009-10-21T12:18:00.000-07:00

The awesome Sherri of queenofcheese from a swap hosted by Ravelry has
generously gifted me my favorite things in the world. Hello Kitty mini
notebooks, pen and pencil set (also Hello Kitty), 2 new knit zines which
I had been eyeballing at my LYS, 2 skeins of Panda Palace in Stained Glass,
2 skeins in Ketchup, one skein of Lana Grossa in blue, a set of Red Currant
candles (they smell so divine), mini pen & pad set, a regular sz pad, Numi
Golden Chai Tea, Cherricup Ceylon tea, also by Tea Lady a Xanadu Chai,
some yummy organic Dharma Beans coffee, several types of chocolate (not in pic
I ate them straight away) :) a cute little box, an instant Starbucks coffee
which really tastes exactly like brewed Starbucks, several sheets of scrap
booking paper (which I have already started to use), some honey sticks, and
something that I had been looking for for a long time Mission Falls Quinte
Scrapbook: there's a sweater in there that I have wanted to make and thank
you so much Sherri!! It feels like my BDay and Christmas all rolled into
one.

Sp Love your Sense of Fantastic

2009-09-29T17:31:00.000-07:00

I took the beautiful Bamboo that my SP sent and converted in a ball and as
I check out the color lot I see that my SP has not missed a thing as the
color is called "Sagittarius" as you can see it is definitely hot, Fall colors
so I quickly checked the second skein of blue and you'll not quess which
Zodiac sign it is. Aquarius! I am definitely a Saggitarius and my rising
sign is Aquarius.
Since I will be having some immense down time
until after the New Year when I start school I've decided to teach myself
to juggle. In the pic with the Sag skein are 3 juggler's balls. It looks so-o
easy but it's not all it seems. There is a method to the keeping all 3 balls
in the air at one time. Looking forward to accomplishing this. We have a local
circus act that has fire jugglers, sword swallowers and trapeze artists!
I have wanted to go to their Saggitarius party this year and watch all the
things that made me so happy as a kid; the circus.

Royal Mail and my SP

2009-09-28T16:25:00.000-07:00

I so love the energy and generosity that my SP has given me. I was so down and
out today then I went to my mailbox and there was a sweet package from my SP.
In it I found a tube decorated in skulls (my favorite pirate icon) and inside
are some awesome coloring pencils along with 2 skeins of bamboo in some
beautiful colors. Thank you so much SP!! It made me smile and smile...;0)

Yikes! more of them there washcloths

2009-09-10T18:36:00.000-07:00

I much appreciate whomever designed this washcloth.I am using the beautiful purple
cotton from my SP. Hope she can recognize it in the cloths. I am getting ready for
the Hooopie Holidays! Hopefully this year I can take a real vacation & go
for an adventure. Had to give up on my idea of changing the blog language
to French for the time being. I love language; what a gift from the divine.

Welcome this is my Around the World Tour

2009-09-06T18:03:00.000-07:00

Bon Jour! So, I've had this idea to keep me keen is to change
the language settings so that I need to read to know what I am
doing within my blog. I will stick to the Romantic languages;
I am not good with scripted language! This is exciting since
I want to explore the world of the translator. It's a scarrry---
job! I also want to keep looking at changing my perspective.
I am on a path to knitting lace. I am both nervous and excited.
I also want to do the Hula; it is by far one of the most exquisite
ways of physical expression of all. I so love Hawaii... aahhhh
Wishing everyone much PeaCE, jOYeux and AMouR

Emma

2009-09-03T22:52:00.000-07:00

Take the Quiz here!

Over Ralvery I've joined a few groups. My favorites are those that have
swaps or those that have "period" clothing or vintage as the theme of
the group. I took this test and it says it all. LOL!

Crazyman, Terry Fator and Voodoo Doughnuts

2009-08-30T11:59:00.000-07:00

BF & I were watching the teley when we hit on CMT
comedian of the night, Terry Fator. What talent;
maybe you remember him from America's Got Talent
Winner. His ventroquilist act is superb; he sings!
Not just any old song either: Sony & Cher, Roy Orbinson,
Pussycat Dolls. I laughed so much I ached afterwards.
Check out his websites: Blogger, MySpace and Twitter.
My other love is Voodoo doughnuts, Portland, Oregon.
Yummy! Love the quirky and
great flavors they add; you can even get married at Voodoo!

Amy Butler and Travel

2009-08-23T16:02:00.000-07:00

I am being laid off and of course it's nothing personal however, I would like
to thank the Universe for freeing me and my soul! Yea! I've worked since I was
15- I am now 52 and I've never collected unemployment; now's the time. It had
been sketchy at work at best; so many people afraid of what was coming and not
preparing themselves. Not me. I sat down and looked on-line for jobs that I don't
need to sell my soul for- also, am glad to have some creative time, finally!
Who says that the Universe doesn't give us what we want has never seriously tried
to be optimistic when a so-called crises arrives at their door. On a more important
note! Amy Butler, she's a go-getter with lots of great ideas. Here's a pattern
that reminds me of the halters I used to make in High School. Last but not Least--
Annie is going to a Tuscan tour in Italy. I would so love to go!

Karma, Tinkerbell and Custom Knits

2009-08-14T23:37:00.000-07:00

Reading materials are varied from mysterious to serious. I love to read biographies
and travel logs but lately I've down graded to simply silly like Tinkerbell
Hilton's Diaries. Previously having looked through Custom Knits I found one
of the more popular tank knitted from the bottom up; Ralvery has many in great
fibers. Thought I would incorporate the knitted lace sections from the previously
frogged skirt; nothing ventured, nothing gained. Tomorrow is Saturday! Market,
laundry, lots of knitting and maybe a little reading with a nap towards the
end of the afternoon.

Royal Mail from my SP!

2009-08-06T21:17:00.001-07:00

Hail! to my wonderful and very generous SP- you ROCK! I love the purple mohair
and I plan on making something for me and only me with it. I love the cotton
in a heather; those lovely skeins of soft cotton will be great for a few of
my favorite Mason Dixon Washcloths. I adore the little journal in Mulberry
it has the creamiest colored card stock great for mini drawings or watercolors.
I love the bright colored pen and the chocolate was to die for-- I love the little
"Do not Disturb" sign for chocolate indulgence; it came with a beautiful creamy
bar of white & dark chocolate with little hints of raspberry and a Lindt bar
with orange zest and little slivers of almonds. SP you know how to spoil a
girl!;0) Thank you so much, I know time is so precious these days and the little
blue mohair ribbon you knit is sweet; I plan on pulling up my tresses with it.
You have a wonderful and fun weekend SP and know that you are appreciated.

Mason-Dixon Ballband wash cloth Extravaganza

2009-08-06T21:13:00.000-07:00

I love the multi use of this great pattern. It's fast and easy and the
color combos endless. I use them for spa care, dish washing floor scrubbing
on my Swifter. I can't say enough about this pattern- I love it!

Love Summer!

2009-07-16T22:20:00.000-07:00

Was it ever hot today!~ I was thinking of all the things I need to start
for Christmas presents and I got chills thinking how hot it was; no air
flow and how knitting seemed a little extreme since I associate knitting
with colder weather.I live near the water the briny humidity was at it's maximum.
Worse than when I lived on Maui and Okinawa. Phewww... Good to sweat and
clean up the old cogs. I have been riding mass transit now for 13 years and
really I hadn't missed having a car until my daughter gave me what my BF
endearingly calls "The Bucket". It is 4 speed and I laugh for it has no
power steering so that by the end of Summer I should have really buff arms!
How much freedom having a car has given me. I am content.

2009-07-03T14:43:00.000-07:00

SECRET PAL 14 QUESTIONNAIRE

What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely not like? I like Alpaca blends, Cotton blends, Bamboo, Corn Fiber not too crazy about
Wool. Wool blends are great.

What do you use to store your needles/hooks in? They're in my basket with fiber.

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 12 years; I
taught myself using library books. I would say I am intermediate knitter.
Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? Yes I do. Amazon: keila gonzalez
Ravelry: Knittergurl56

What’s your favorite scent? Lemongrass, Roses and Lilacs

Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy? I love chocolate! Bacci; I think they're
Italian.

What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin? I haven't
learned to spin yet, I do plan on learning. I make semi-percious stone jewelry,
Cross stitch, Scrapbook, Crochet, Embroidery, Sew, Paint and draw.

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 especially dance, Reggae, Pop,
Classical, World Fusion anything put out by Putumayo company. Yes, my computer
can play MP3's.

What’s your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can’t stand? I love all colors;
Right now I have a penchant for Red, Wine and Burgundy not too crazy for Yellow
or Orange.

What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? I have a live-in BF & he
has tarantulas.

Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos? I do wear scarves, hats, mittens
never have tried on a poncho.

What is/are your favorite item/s to knit? Anything that has cables, pirate-theme
or has a function: washcloths.

What are you knitting right now? I am knitting an unholy amount of washcloths;
can't have enough of them.

Do you like to receive handmade gifts? I love receiving handmande gifts.

Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic? I prefer
straight wooden needles; bamboo are my favorite.

Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift? No, I like doing the whole hand and arm
exercise you can get when doing by hand.

How old is your oldest UFO? I have no UFO's; don't like leaving things undone.

What is your favorite holiday? What winter holiday do you observe? I love
Christmas and I observe any and all Holidays that allow me down time away from
working!

Is there anything that you collect? I collect mini bears, thimbles, mini teas
sets & buttons

Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have? I subscripe to Knit1 & Crochet
World. I would appreciate any Amigurumi patterns.

Are there any new techniques you’d like to learn? Sock making!

Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements? I have never made a sock
before. I wear a size 11-12 shoe.

When is your birthday? 11-24

Are you on Ravelry? If so, what’s your ID? Yes, under Knittergurl

Pink Cookie tote and the Kids Fishin' Derby

2009-06-27T00:37:00.000-07:00

I couldn't help myself I need a new book bag and found this on ebay. Good price
and it's got so much space and personality! Fairest of All is what it's called.
My sweet grandkids did a fishing derby and here you can see who's catching the
fish. They are so funny!Waiting for SP14 to start... It's been so much fun in the
past six that I have done. WoW, I hadn't really thought about it before. It's the
weekend and I am off to sample cherries, tomatos, flowers, honey and soap all local
grown and made. I love the Famer's Market; it's loud, crowded and busy...

Finished Pirate Top & wip Wash cloth fav

2009-06-15T19:40:00.000-07:00

Still need to block Pirate Top and love the colors on the Mason Dixon Wash
Cloth. I have made so many without taking pics that now I wished I had kept
up with how many have been whisked off the needles and straight to someone
else. My container garden this year is limited to poppies and sunflowers, stargazers and geraniums, lettuce riot, basil rosemary, mint and thai basil, columbine and
dahilias. Very late start for the Hollyhock babies hope they have strong roots
so that next Summer they'll bloom.Hope to get tomato starts this weekend. I want
some local heirlooms and have the seeds. It had been unusaly cold this last Winter.
Spring sort of rushed through and left quickly and Summer slowllly crawled out
not too soon. It hasn't rained in 25 days. TeeHee on the needles sooonnnn...
The Pirate Panda given to me by a real cool, local gal from Fairhaven knit
group. I love her, she's a kind & giving soul; she loves to knit like crazy.

Posh Girl Vintage-- Girl Power

2009-05-21T20:41:00.000-07:00

I love these vintage dresses found at PoshGirlVintage.com
They have other things from frilly underwear to period shoes; I love this site!

Pirates & my home town

2009-05-20T22:20:00.000-07:00

In fort Walton they have a curious festival that involves the landing of
a legedery pirate by the name of Billie Bowlegs. It's great fun; a parade
with booty thrown into the crowd. Families dressed up as pirates. Just another
day in Paradise. On that note I just started a skull & cross bones bikini
halter in alpalca silk (maroon) and cashmere (cream colored) with a crochet
halter skirt done in alpalca silk. I will probably want to end it with lace
since it won't be long enough to suit me. Frogged the skirt made from the
Debbie Bliss DK cotton & managed to save the lace panels (6) for something
else. I completed the skirt, waisted it with elastic and didn't like the
heaviness of it all. I learned a valuable lesson. Don't be too avante garde
about fiber choices.

Lucky me!

2009-04-23T15:01:00.000-07:00

I so love Mama Mia; I hadn't known that the grandfather is a local
area actor who I have seen around my little town of BHam. I have
waited for years to get his autograph. So-o, when he came in the
other day I ventured forth to ask if I could have his autograph.
I was so thrilled when he said "Sure." He's handsome and very suave.

Mermaids and Bunnies

2009-04-07T14:21:00.000-07:00

I so love my new found Needle felting; there's so much you can do!

eesha and aaron

2009-04-03T15:23:00.001-07:00

eesha and aaron
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56

Lucky me that I have 2 beautiful adult children;
Lucky them that they survived my parenting skills!

aaron and summer

2009-03-13T15:00:00.001-07:00

aaron and summer
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56

My son and his beautiful, very smart and
wonderful girlfriend. Miss seeing them; they
live in Maui--Hmmmm, good excuse to go again!

Taylor playing violin

2009-03-13T14:52:00.001-07:00

Taylor playing violin
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56

Our little Taylor has gone from Ballet to Soccer to the Violin!
At 10 she is very self-determined!

I am so excited to know my SP!

2009-03-10T12:50:00.001-07:00

Her name is Nicole and she is from Germany and I love,love her blog! Lots
of Happiness to you Nicole. I have really enjoyed this swap and hope to stay
in touch. Once again thank you for everything; I love Hello Kitty--She makes
me smile. I recieived some beautiful light periwinkle cotton skeins, a HK nail file,
a HK key chain, HK notepad and HK pencil (so sweet), a delicious treat made of
hazel nuts and so much more!

Just Not Enough Time

2009-01-13T10:42:00.000-08:00

Since starting my amigurumi animals I have decide to learn how to do the
needle felting animals as well. The girls in my knit group don't want to
learn to crochet but are very interested in needle felting too. What great
fun~ I still need time to make a beautiful set of fingerless gloves from
my new book sent to me by my awesome SP. Yikes! I need more time...

Complete Harmony

2009-01-02T10:54:00.000-08:00

Here's BF holding up our pride and joy; very rustic,piece milled and
from scraps of fiber his nephew's baby blanket. Hurrah!

Happy New Year

2008-12-31T10:20:00.001-08:00

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

2008-12-19T14:37:00.000-08:00

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

2008-12-10T13:54:00.001-08:00

53400798
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

BF's newphew's Baby Blanket

2008-12-10T13:52:00.001-08:00

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Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

2008-12-02T14:18:00.001-08:00

Big 52 Bash and my SP is Sweet

2008-12-01T17:30:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-17T14:16:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-10T13:38:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-06T18:06:00.000-08:00

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

2008-11-06T10:41:00.001-08:00

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-

2008-10-23T14:44:00.000-07:00

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

2008-10-16T17:44:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

2008-09-28T13:16:00.000-07:00

Kudos to my SP- Abby!

2008-09-28T13:04:00.000-07:00

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

2008-09-22T15:07:00.000-07:00

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

2008-08-27T15:19:00.000-07:00

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

2008-08-14T10:36:00.000-07:00

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!

2008-08-14T10:32:00.000-07:00

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

2008-08-07T10:49:00.000-07:00

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

2008-08-06T10:53:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

2008-08-04T10:52:00.000-07:00

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

2008-08-02T21:21:00.001-07:00

peek-a-boo
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

2008-08-02T17:18:00.000-07:00

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

2008-07-26T11:16:00.000-07:00

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

2008-07-16T17:23:00.000-07:00

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

container gardening

2008-07-14T10:58:00.001-07:00

container gardening
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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

2008-07-14T10:54:00.001-07:00

J & T
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

What has been keeping busy? Gardening!

Two questions

2008-07-09T16:33:00.001-07:00

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

2008-07-09T16:32:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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...

2008-06-26T17:05:00.001-07:00

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 ...

2008-06-19T16:15:00.000-07:00

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?

2008-06-12T17:00:00.000-07:00

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

2008-06-09T10:48:00.000-07:00

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

2008-05-29T17:10:00.000-07:00

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.

Posted

Cabled Fingerless Gloves

2008-05-20T15:36:00.000-07:00

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

2008-05-12T16:10:00.000-07:00

Sorella's and a view

2008-04-26T13:21:00.000-07:00

Moved to crepes and views

2008-04-26T13:13:00.000-07:00

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!

2008-03-07T10:26:00.000-08:00

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

Help! and Happy New Year

2008-01-01T15:53:00.001-08:00

Greetings from Knit Cafe
Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

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....

Hat and Scarf set

2007-12-28T10:12:00.001-08:00

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Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

One of the many things I made for the Holidays for
my Grandkids. HOHO! Happy New Year!

Fast Bunny knitting away

2007-12-11T17:25:00.001-08:00

Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

What is this? My Maui bunny knitting away with
some great yarn sent to me by Bronwyn (my SP)
on some KnitLites. I just had to have a pair for
when I travel & BF wants to drive safely. I can knit
safely too!

Goodies from my SP Bronwyn

2007-12-09T09:54:00.001-08:00

Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

Finally! A pic of all the great goodies I recieved
from my SP. I love all of it and am going to make
the Pendant shawl for my mom. I have so many
things that I have made so far for the Holidays;
I will show them later. Happy Holidays!

Stitch marker

2007-12-04T15:38:00.001-08:00

Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

My SP Bronwyn Rocks!!

2007-12-04T11:23:00.001-08:00

Originally uploaded by knittergurl56.

I received so many good things from my SP and I thought
she could not do more. I came home and there was one more sweet package from
her and inside was some Loopy Ewe yarn in a delicious sunrise color, some great
stitch markers from Hide and Sheep with dark purple beads, HeartStrings Pendant
Shawl pattern, some point protectors, 2 dark chocolate bars; one in a fruity
flavor and the other in an espresso color and a Florida Tropic dark chocolate
ball. I loved everything!! Unforunately, my camera is on the blink and only a
few pics of my gifties turned out. I will post more pics soon. Thanks again, Bronwyn!!

Looking forward to the Holidays

2007-11-17T16:04:00.000-08:00

Love these days; Birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas. Thanks,again to my wonderful
SP who has been both very generous and gracious during SP 11.