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!!