I surprised myself this week and finally got some progress made.....no finishes but progress.
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FO's - (Finished Objects) - none
WIP's (Works in Progress) -
1) This is a free pattern but when I went to her website it was no longer there but she does have some other freebies and designs you can purchase at
www.thestitcherhood.com
I love it except it is hard for me to get used to the yarn overs when I come to them....I feel like I've dropped a stitch and want to tighten up my yarn.....I'm not sure if lace will be something I like but we'll see when I am finished with this project. Also, I highly suggest needles with some 'drag' on them as this silk/bamboo yarn is very slippery and I don't think I could handle it on metal needles at all. I started this project before the start of YOP 2018-19 because I had a free month of Creative Bug but after that I have to 'pay the piper' so I want to get through the class A.S.A.P.
5) A 'flimsy' finally! I sewed the top of #2 of 3 I Spy quilts.............
What's in the Queue -
#1 - Some Valentine's Day socks -
#2 - Something for St. Patrick's Day...socks or cowl...not sure. I think I found a cowl pattern with a Celtic design but I would like socks too!
#3 - Still more washcloths as I have plenty of Dishie and Peaches and Creme worsted cotton
#4 - Some leaf book markers
There won't be anything more added to the queue now since it is getting so close to YOP Year 2018-19 that any new projects will go for next year.
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What I'm "wishing upon a star" for - These will also be going on the YOP 2018-19 list if they 'make the cut'! This is way more exciting then the NFL Draft!
#1 - My Valentine and St. Patrick's Day yarns for socks or cowls and mini's for cowl and Granny Stripe Blanket.
#2 - Susan B. Anderson has her 2 kits back in stock..........The Loopy Sheep
and her Spring Chicken kits just in time for Spring but where do I get the dough for all these great items?
#3 - my new over the top obsession I discovered from Little Bobbin's mother who does the most beautiful stitchery from Jesse Chorley
I'd like to do her Friendship Quilt if I live long enough! LOL! I may try just a little sampler on my own but check out her website for lots of other wonderful and unique items and projects.
#4 - Knitting at the Library Cowl - a pay for pattern on Ravelry. I'm thinking this may be the year of cowls or slippers....we'll see who wins out! The cowl looks like different shelves of books! So cool!
#5 - A crochet square blocker either a DIY or to buy.......anyone have any experience with these or recommendations? I saw this Crochet blocker with instructions to make and it looks pretty simple
You just need wooden shish-kabob skewers and a gardening knee pads
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YOP Goals from last week:
*DONE*1) finish sewing top for I Spy quilt #2
*DONE*2) felt slippers........again
3) sew first project for Sewing School
4) frog Christmas Eve socks and cast on a new pair
*Chapter 4*5) continue on with Falling Leaves scarf and class when my needles come in
*WIP/Secret*6) set up goals and milestones for YOP Maynia 2018-19!!!
*WIP*7) work on Hitch Hiker shawl
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YOP Goals for this week:
1) work on Hitch Hiker shawl on breaks
2) sew squares into strips for I Spy quilt #3(last one)
3) sew first project for Sewing School
4) frog Christmas Eve socks and cast on a new pair
5) continue on with Falling Leaves scarf and class to finish Chapter 4 and the first 20 rows...I have 10 done so far.
6) set up goals and milestones for YOP Maynia 2018-19!!! Also, the categories and what and how many I should have active at any one time.
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Acquisitions:
1) I have a Lykke (?) interchangeable needle coming! They are those new driftwood needles and I needed a certain size. Stitching the High Notes (Joanna) mentioned she had gotten one....just one....you didn't have to buy the whole set! Someone was thinking because who would spend that kind of money without trying them out first? That's my thinking anyway. So I got one needle and a cable in the size and length of my choice on Amazon. I can't wait! Joanna loves hers and is thinking of getting a set as she likes them so much. If I "Lykke" them, I might also...lol!
Podcasts: I'm still catching up with Stitching the High Notes (knitting, sewing and cross stitch) and also catching up with The Twisted Stitcher (cross stitch and finishing) and Priscilla and Chelsea (cross stitch and finishing and re-purposing items they find at thrift stores and flea markets to use in displaying their cross stitch)
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The grands are arriving this coming Thursday so who knows what will happen.....me alone for a week for the first time? I am a little concerned simply because Grayson has a severe nut allergy and I have to carry an Epi (?) pen with me at all times and of course, I have to look at all products to see if they're made in a facility that also processes nuts. Like he can't have regular M&Ms because they use their machines for processing peanuts also. I can handle kids, no problem, I just feel a heavy responsibility for the first time in a long time! LOL! Thank goodness my daughter has been dealing with this for years and emailed me a list of foods he can have, what they like to eat and to do. Even Grayson is good about speaking up and asking if things have nuts....he remembers how sick he was and in the hospital several times before they determined the cause. They are wonderful grandchildren and used to helping out and enjoying a simple life...they are not spoiled by any means but they are still kids and I raised 4 so I'm familiar with their 'scams'! LOL! I'm sure they'll try to pull some on Grandma.....we shall see. One thing I know for sure......we will laugh a lot!
Happy Trails!!!
How brilliant the grandchildren are visiting? I bet you will have a wonderful time, don't worry about the epipen - I'm quite sure that even if something did slip by he would be able to tell you the warning signs and they are very simple to use. Just concentrate on having a gpod time! I love your hitchhiker, and the lace is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you with your grandchildren visiting. I know how wonderful that is. I will see all three of my grandchildren in about two weeks and that is a very, very rare occurrence.
ReplyDeleteI also love all of your makes this week. The Crosstitch is turning out beautifully and your lace work is so pretty and delicate. I think you’ll like it once you get the hang of those yarn overs. A big yay and hip, hip hooray for the slippers felting like they should, and I always like seeing the progress on your hitchhiker. You sure are getting a lot done! Blessings always, Betsy
Enjoy every minute with your grandchildren! You are creating memories they will long remember.
ReplyDeleteYour lace is looking very nice, Sam. And your hitchhiker is really coming along. And YAY! for your slippers felting. I remember reading the plunger suggestion and wondered if that would really provide enough agitation. So glad to read it worked. I hope to try that sometime soon.
ReplyDeleteI look forward to reading about your escapades with your grandchildren. If you're too busy to write much while they're visiting, please fill us in when you can! Have fun, Sam!
Thanks for explaining how you are using your tea/coffee-died flags. I hadn't forgotten them and I really did want to know.
So what did you do with the plunger? Put the slippers in a bucket with real hot water and then plunger the whole works?
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your grands!! You will be an exhausted Gram after a few days:)
I put some really hot water in the tub and since I had never used the plunger for it's intended purpose I felt okay about using it on my slippers. LOL!
DeleteI am always inpressed how you always manage to work on every one of your projects each week. I am so glad your sluppers felted more for you. Now you can make those Christmas gifts.
ReplyDeleteYour lace work looks very pretty. Hang in there......those yarn overs get easier and more fun as you go along. How wonderful that the hitchhiker shawl is moving along this time.
I am in love with your cross stitch. Your stitches are so even and beautiful.
Have a blessed week.
Hi Sam! Oh how cool about the plunger! Your slippers look great, as do all of your projects. I really like the flag cross stitch. :) 2 weeks with the grands, you're going to have a lot of fun :) Poor Grayson to have a nut allergy...Alex has a peanut allergy and we have to be really careful too. Now that I make most of our food at home, it's not so much an issue but even when I make that "spoiled dog cake" with the peanut butter, I have to really make sure everything is washed very well and counters are sanitized big time so that no peanut residue can get into anything here!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your visit with your grandkids. You will do just fine. I love ALL your projects and can't wait to see what you have got cooking for YOP#8. I better get started on my list too.
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