Several pretty things in the new spring issue of Vogue Knitting. These are the two that spoke to me the most:
Lace Trim Bolero — I just bought a sweater in a similar style that has a ribbon tie in the front, and I’m finding it to be so handy for over sundresses.
Lace-up Camisole — I […]

I know I’m behind the times, but I just got the opportunity to finally see Finding Neverland on DVD this weekend. What a beautiful film! The story is sad, thoughtful, and hopeful all at once. Definitely check it out if you’re in the mood for something quiet and enchanting.
I’m surprised it took me so long […]

My trip to the LYS winter clearance sale led me to discover a great yarn for Clapotis. Actually, I had a tough time deciding between two options. I nearly picked out some Art Yarns Supermerino, which I’ve since seen being used by other Clappers to gorgeous effect. For mine, I settled on Reynolds Odyssey in […]

As mentioned earlier, my brother’s recent wedding sparked a bunch of craftiness. I don’t have pictures that capture all of it, but here are a couple of snaps.
The first is the afghan I made as their wedding gift. It was difficult to really get the whole thing on film because of the drab colors […]

I know that the stars must be in some special alignment or something when the forces of “yarn sale” coincide with “birthday.” Whee!
My LYS is having their annual winter yarn clearance, meaning that most everything with wool in it will be 30-50% off this weekend. Happily, this is a birthday weekend for me, so regardless […]

I’m still a tad groggy from a very long — and very wonderful — weekend spent celebrating my little brother’s wedding! The reception was held at my parents’ house, so I’ve been pretty absorbed in various projects and other preparations for the past few weeks.
The ceremony was especially touching. My brother’s new bride has two […]

I’ve joined Laura’s Cable-Eight Along. It just officially kicked off today, and can you believe that I’ve already begun?? (Unlike the Hayden Hat Along that I’ve basically flaked out on. Ahem.)

So here’s what we have so far…

I’m getting a kick out of how the cables just blend together in a slightly lumpy looking ribbing… untill […]

I can’t help but love the Oscars. I love movies and I love all of the glitz and glamour. I thought Chris Rock made a mighty fine host this year. The tone of his opening monologue was a bit tense and awkward in some moments — not bad, just not necessarily Oscar-worthy in my opinion […]