tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-142823062009-03-06T10:56:53.174-08:00Food and yarn as viewed by a slightly obsessive, almost always hungry knitter and spinner.Angelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08968567058460739458noreply@blogger.comBlogger214125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14282306.post-20540461237921608872008-06-26T21:57:00.000-07:002008-06-26T22:15:58.466-07:00

The amount of time and energy that Claudia puts into organizing and training for her MS ride awes me and I am always happy to contribute in any way I can.Project specs : Norwegian Woods ShawlYarn : elann.com Peruvian Pure Alpaca FinaNeedles : 4.5mm needles - not my beloved AddisStarted : May 22, 2008Finished : June 25, 2008The pattern is clear and easy to follow, thank you Sivia! As usual, I made

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I am strangely taken by knit and crocheted lace dresses currently.

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It's all about skeins this weekend. I have a pile of un-dyed skeins to wash and swatch - BFL, Superwash/Cashmere/Nylon, Superwash/Nylon, Soybean...Much prettier at this point though is my skein of yarn from this bobbin. The second piece of roving looks very different so it will be interesting to see the differences between the two yarns.Fiber : Joybilee Farm Belly Button (Wool)Colour : Westcoast

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My beet is done! Project specs : beet by Norah Gaughan from Berroco No. 274Yarn : elann.com Peruvian Highland Wool in Ruby, Antique Rose, New Leaf and Forest Glade Heather. I used almost all of the New Leaf and Forest Glade Heather but definitely have enough Ruby and Antique Rose for a second beet.Needles : 4mm dpns and circs. (I would definitely recommend circulars as they made the leaves much

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I was wondering why my spinning was progressing so smoothly this week. I believe it is because I enticed Rosemary over to the dark side! She's just started spinning and already she is producing beautiful yarn! I'm working on a Polwarth blend from Joybilee Farm. I had been hoping to seem them this year again at Fibrefest as I love their Peppermint soap. They aren't on the list of exhibitors, but

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These have been far too long in the knitting. I might claim that the yarn is delightful (which it is) but the truth is that I've been distracted by shinier knitting projects.Project specs : Cynthia's Birthday Socks, a hodge-podge of my favourite sock techniquesDates : July 07 - February 27, 2008Yarn : Austermann Step 21, I love this colourway with it's Tiffany Blue and Charcoal greysNeedles :

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I had a lovely time at Madrona this year and I think I have hit upon the perfect combination. No classes means time to spend with friends! The Flame and I headed down Friday afternoon and left early Sunday afternoon.A couple of Tacoma finds - Hello, Cupcake is delightful (as are their cupcakes) and I might have to head back to BKB for this if my gnomes keep acting up!Menu for this week, we have

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Birthdays!Faithful bears, Bob and Marti's Mini-Bobbi.

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2 of my favourite As right now.I try to Acquire a piece of Art Annually. One of my favourite local Artists and jewellers is Brian Hoyano. His work is full of Attention to detail and strongly influenced by the natural world.The Argosy scarf from Knitty rolled up and awaiting its soak and stretch. Quick and fun knitting with predictably gorgeous results courtesy of the beautiful Noro colour

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I've finished Imogen and just need to give her the spa treatment. I'm not sure that I would wear this myself, but the hand of the yarn (Alpaca/Wool from Fleece Artist & Handmaiden) is just delicious.Here is Argosy started in Silk Garden 244. A delightful colourway that I think will be perfect for a turquoise-loving blonde retiree!Joanne, the highlight on Thursday was a delicious wild mushroom &

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No (Real) Menu for this week.Dine Out Vancouver is starting, we have friends visiting and my girlfriend's trade show is less than 2 weeks away.Monday - Thai Takeout!Tuesday - late dinner out, maybe Filipino, likely whatever is good and open late.Wednesday - dinner with my parentsThursday - dinner outFriday - dinner home? Wow. Definitely something vegetarian.Saturday - Roast Chicken on

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I have been working hard on organizing my yarn room and things are coming along very well. It really helped that I finished the River Forest Gansey last week in time for my friend Dick's retirement party. No pictures as I will be knitting one for the Flame in exactly the same colour.While organizing I have discovered many Works-in-Progress and well, Works that aren't really Progressing at all.

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It's time to get back to Menu Mondays (and the jogging). The Flame's parents have kindly gifted me with a 2-year subscription to Fine Cooking. I think I heard it described as a win-win by the Flame.Monday : Potato, Prosciutto and Prawn Bake. Looks easy-peasy and delicious with a green salad (definitely not kosher though).Tuesday : Chicken sandwiches with tomato soup.Wednesday : Cod (or other

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I'm sorting through the stash, knitting books and started projects.

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Yes, it is already promised to someone.No, I did not buy a new wheel.

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As usual, I have had a wonderful time with the Knitter's Tea Swap. My swap pal no longer blogs but I can assure you that she was an excellent swap pal and I hope to keep up with her adventures on Ravelry. I had a lot of fun picking out her treats and as I opened my carefully wrapped package I was entranced and delighted by the contents.A wonderful variety of teas and treats for my ever-present

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I found this on Jacqui's blog and couldn't resist.I will send a handmade gift to the first 3 people who leave a comment on my blog requesting to join this PIF exchange. I don’t know what that gift will be yet and you may not receive it tomorrow or next week, but you will receive it within 365 days, that is my promise! The only thing you have to do in return is pay it forward by making the same

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The travelling bear was quite happy with this bit of the Oregon Coast.

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It's been a wierd and crazy summer and fall. Things seem to be quieter now, I'm exercising regularly and maybe my schedule will calm down a bit as well.Looking around the living room I decided that October is for knitting up oddballs. Hats are my perfect answer to oddball knitting. I love wearing them, they make wonderful presents and it's been darn cold outside recently!I've knit 2 Odessa hats (

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I've had the Melon Shawl from Victorian Lace Today finished since the second week of September, but I have been fighting with my camera. Venus kindly stepped in and offered to do a little bit of picket photography for me. She made my shawl look so wonderful that she may have to do all of my blog photography from now on.Project specs :Pattern : Melon Shawl from Victorian Lace TodayYarn :

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The Flame and I spent our weekend driving, visiting with friends and eating green food.We were lucky enough to meet up with Holly and Wade for a wonderful lunch on Friday at Shanghai Garden in Seattle. I didn't get a picture of our green noodles but there is one at the bottom of this post. The drive South from Seattle was terrible. Everything we had heard about Friday afternoon traffic was true.

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Holly and Denise and Miss O came up this past weekend for good food and good times.I'm blessed to know them and our lovely hostess Lara. I've been needing a gentle kick in the pants.The Monkey received a special present from our visitors which will doubtless come in handy in the next while. I am going South this weekend for Cat Bordhi's book launch!

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Instead I offer pinning, Cake cutting, And Dancing.

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Bob giving directions to Holly.Helping Denise with her scarf.Enjoying Denise's handspun, Bob contemplates going home with her instead.Bob enjoying some of the Black Sheep shopping.Bob and I enjoyed meeting and greeting friends from near and far. Re-entry to real-life hasn't been going that smoothly but I'll try to have some knitting pictures up soon.

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