May
04
2008
As I promised (a few times), I show you some of my progress. First on the Caftan pullover:
This is the back. Not blocked yet. I know, it is huge. If it is turning out totally bad, it will be a great tent for Sára.
The front: I have already crocheted together the front panels with the [...]
Apr
29
2008
I had a wonderful business from meowcraft from Etsy. http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5608076
She offers free worldwide shipping, which is a bonus for me. And I have bought a nice lot of purse handles, and purse frames from her. Great stuff! And yes, I’m going to knit a few little purses, and probably a nice big handbag. I’m trying [...]
Apr
24
2008
I was on sick leave with Sára for a week, and guess what? I could manage to actually knit - a lot!!!
I was so tired and exhausted though, that I was sleeping whenever I could manage - got up late in the morning (9-10 am), and took an afternoon nap with Sára, and usually went [...]
Apr
11
2008
My first colorwork was the hat I have published here in one of my first posts, and ever since I keep thinking about making something coloured again. But this time something different. Fair Isle is something that requires more confidence than I’ve got so far.
And guess what I have found:
Yes. Amazing, isn’t it? It doesn’t [...]
Apr
02
2008
Today I went to a job interview, which means I can start the course for the job on Monday, and they will pay me for 4 months, until I’m prepared to work. No secret, it is an insurance company. OK, I know. But I need something to do, and still have time for my own [...]
Mar
21
2008
Yesterday I was too excited to continue posting, now I’m trying to finish my list.
So, the Book and more swap: I’ve received my package, and I’ve ordered a book through Etsy. This long weekend I will look for a nice yarn to send it out to my partner.
Random Act of Kindness group: I’m expecting a few box [...]
Mar
18
2008
I just couldn’t help it again. That thing called. The thing called The Caftan Pullover. I have so many things to do and finish before I should even thinking about touching anything else, but…. you know how these things work. It is like when the Chocolate calls your name in the supermarket. You just happily turn your [...]
Mar
16
2008
Do you know the feeling when after a hard days of boring work, and dealing with that dragon called boss, you finally get home, kick off your shoes, throw yourself on the sofa, stretch out your legs, put them up on the nearest armchair, and just relax….
This is exactly how I feel when I log [...]