Tag Archives: yarn shops

Holiday feasting of all sorts

Posted on December 31, 2009 by

We’re all familiar with the dilemma of holiday goodies, whether it’s the traditional big dinners or the traditional gifting and sharing of candies, snacks and baked items.  Way too much to eat, and all of it tempting!  Self-control is the … Continue reading →

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A new finish

Posted on December 18, 2008 by

With the upcoming new year, we’ll be hearing all about new beginnings, but right now I’m interested in a new finishing technique.  Namely, a new-to-me stretchy bind-off. I finally finished the Shetland Lace Rib Socks I’ve been working at off … Continue reading →

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Odds and ends

Posted on October 8, 2008 by

I recently had the opportunity to drop in at one of my favorite yarn shops – Yarn Barn in beautiful downtown Lawrence, Kansas. I ended up with a couple of balls of gorgeous Jojoland Melody Superwash sock yarn, in soft … Continue reading →

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My eyes are too big for my… schedule?

Posted on February 6, 2008 by

Yesterday I finished the cotton blend Harald socks! Yay!! How many minutes ticked by before I started on the next pair of socks? None. And the day before, in anticipation of finishing that one project, I cast on and started … Continue reading →

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