Not Being in the Studio Has It’s Advantages

by | Apr 24, 2011 | Knitting & Crochet, Spinning

With the Dr. Who marathon finally complete, I can get back to work.  At last, I wrote out and test knit the kit pattern I have been working on for months.  Pardon me, NOT working on.

There’s a lot of garter stitch here and it looks great.  Kits will be posted sometime next week.  It feels so good to get a new design out there. 

 

The bobbin is not quite full, but I enjoyed the first core spun on the Kromski.  I thought the pegs might be a problem and was pleasantly surprised when they weren’t.  There was a bit of cat interference trying to take a photo of the 355’s.  Check it out.

BFL + Dr. Who Marathon = Bliss

by | Apr 22, 2011 | Spinning

It started last night with the scarf knitting until after midnight.  In preparation for the new season on Saturday, the space channel is rerunning Dr. Who.  Hand spun and great sci fi television are the most amazing combination.  It started again today, but I think I can do better than just knitting some scarves.

Yep, the Kromski is home and the dyed top are completely dry, lovely and waiting for their chance to be great yarns.  I feel a batch of singles coming on.  BFL is my favourite go to for a plump thick and thin single.  Getting the kit yarns ready.


I apologize for greedily spinning them myself.  There is more at the studio. Eight was all I could fit in my bag to bring home.  It’s going to be an awesome day.

Tools of the Trade

by | Apr 22, 2011 | Spinning

Yet another wheel has entered the herd.  Finally, I have my Kromski Sonata.  I’ve been wanting this wheel since the first time Irene talked one of her other spinning students out of her seat for me to have a wee spin.  I test drove one in March and realized that for the price, functionality, bobbin size and portability that this wheel is a bargain.  Oh, yes, and it’s also pretty.

While I am enjoying the slick nature of the Majacraft Suzie Pro, it’s insanely heavy.  Definitely not leaving the studio.

I love the Lendrum, but again, even though it breaks down for travel, the bag is awkward and with all flyers and bobbins it’s also pretty heavy.

I bought a Hitchhiker Wheel last year.  At only 7 lbs and fitting into a tote bag, this seemed like the perfect solution.  I’ve never felt great on that wheel.  I consider my wheel of last resort.  Basically, the thing is just too low and small.  I feel like I’m playing with a Fisher Price spinning wheel.  Shame really, as it actually spins quite well.  I often use it for an extra lazy kate.

Now you think I’d be done with the wheels and that the studio is pretty full, but well, the shop’s Schact order just came in…..the Matchless is still in the box….it IS calling to me.  I know the Sidekick is coming, and it’s cute and all, but the Matchless, well its heavenly.

Under the Sea

by | Apr 18, 2011 | Yarn a Day

No 258
Lurking Starfish
100 grams/118 yards
Merino batt with tussah silk, bamboo noil, mohair locks

On the Road Again

by | Apr 18, 2011 | Events, Knitting & Crochet

I love, love, love taking the bus to Whistler for meetings.  I’m heading home on the bus after 9PM, using the time to update the blog.  Seriously cool.   


This is pretty much how it’s going to be starting next month right up until the end of the year.  On the road, on the way to a show, home from a show, packing for a show…..EEK.  This is officially the most number of shows I have attempted in a year.  Why, I’m not sure exactly……I mean really, I know I haven’t grown extra arms, I didn’t hire an army of assistants,…..so what makes me think I can do this?

It’s all for the love of the craft, baby.  I cannot deny that if I am not in a permanent state of busy, semi-panic, I am not happy.  I apologize to my loved ones for this constant heightened state of freakiness, but at least I am finally admitting that this is how I roll.

My meeting with Gabi went well.   Here’s a sneak peek at the new little topper, but for a better photo, well I’ll leave that to the pro.