Hi Knitters,
First off, thank you for the Another Flower Headband love! I can't believe how many patterns I have sold already in a couple of days. I debated even publishing the pattern and I am so glad I did and that people are enjoying it.
Today is a lazy kind of Sunday and I just walked around and took a few shots of what's going on around my house as far as crafts go.
Above is a fun toy I am working on for my upcoming book. I have been knitting up a storm lately and honestly, I am having more fun than ever.
I have made good progress on the shawl design I am working on but this project has taken a backseat for the moment. I can't wait to wear it so I want to finish soon. The yarn is Madeline Tosh Pashmina. The feel of the fabric is divine. I can't wait to block this one out to get the full effect. It is a very simple half-circle shawl that is fun to knit.
I take pottery pieces from around my house to set my yarn cakes in and on as I work. It doesn't have to be a yarn bowl specifically to hold the yarn and keep it clean. I have all kinds of pottery pieces that I've collected through the years and it is a fun way to use and enjoy them. The yarn above is Quince & Co. Lark in Glacier. Isn't it pretty?
A couple of years ago I ordered two embroidered pillow kits from Kristin Nicholas. Click here for her shop! I don't know if she is still selling these kits. They are so much fun and I miss my stitching! I am definitely doing more stitching in this year ahead.
Here is the first pillow I finished some time ago. It is a family favorite and has held up quite well. The two pillows will look so cute together. Can't wait to finish this one, too.
Lastly, this gorgeous fiber is sitting on my window seat. I haven't been spinning much due to a lack of time. I am eyeing these batts as my next spinning adventure. They are from one of my faves, Dyeabolical. These particular batts (there are 3 in the package) are 4.19 ounces total and the content is wool, tussah silk, bamboo and firestar (which is the shiny stuff). I am up for a new adventure! Maybe later today I will squeeze in a little spinning time.
I'll keep you posted on my progress on all of these Sunday projects.
Thank you all for joining me on this spot and through subscription emails and blog readers, etc. I have been overwhelmed lately by the kindness and generosity of the fine group of knitters gathering here. My blog stats and pattern sales have been way up lately and I simply want to express my appreciation and gratitude to you all.
Happy Sunday!
best,
susie
Oh Susan. I think I can safely say that your legion of fans absolutely love you and are in complete awe of your talent and amazing generosity! I know I just think everything you do is so much fun and wonderful. You inspire me to learn more and knit more.
ReplyDeleteI am thrilled for your continued success, and thank you again and again for sharing your talent with us! I think your happiness radiates through your blog.
I'm so happy you're having fun with all your projects because that means we will get the benefit of your produtivity eventually in the form of more patterns! LOL! I saw ears on that toy...at least it looked like the corner of an ear...cute already.
ReplyDeleteI have to increase my knitting skill so I can keep up or at least someday be able to do the things you do as well as you do them. Practice makes perfect and your stitches are beautiful!
As always, thanks for sharing and making and producing! Love it all!
You have such lovely items and going ons today, Susan!
ReplyDeleteLove those two shades of blue together. Can't wait to see your reveal of your latest designs.
Happy Sunday back at you! My Sunday has been almost as lazy as yours but is slowly merging into Monday. I hope to get at least a couple of rows on my sock, so that I can feel that I did something "fun."
ReplyDeleteYou are definitely channeling your fiber mojo!
ReplyDeleteSusan, you're very a sweet and kind person and a super talented designer.
ReplyDeleteOooohhh,I think I see ears as well, could it also be bigggg like giraffe? So excited awaiting your new book, how soon? Regards, Betty
ReplyDeleteOooohhh,I think I see ears as well, could it also be bigggg like giraffe? So excited awaiting your new book, how soon? Regards, Betty
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see your new book..I have all of the others and my kids look at them and give me their wish lists!
ReplyDeleteSusan,
ReplyDeleteYou are a wonderful person. Your designs are lovely, and I really like how you interact with your fans. On the Ravelry group it is just like you are "one of us". :) Thank-you so much for everything you do!
cute Susan! Can't wait to see the shawl! Another one for the shawl thread! And the stripey blue (leg? Trunk? Arm?)is so intriguing! Can't wait for the skinny on your next book! Hurray!
ReplyDeleteOoh, I'd be too scared to use a bowl like that, I know I'd break it! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Susan! Your pillows are turning out FAB. I taught embroidery at Webs in Northampton on Saturday and had 15 wonderful students. They had a blast. Great fun. Really warm here, considering it is still January. Hope you are well.
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it is so exciting to keep up with all your new fiber adventures! you were the first knitting blogger I ever started following and always the first one I check. definitely looks like you are having fun with all the different yarn, pashmina is one of my faves and that color is delicious. the hubby has promised to let me purchase a wheel with our tax refund so thanks for all the info on all the fiber you get- my spindle thanks you too!
ReplyDeleteLove all the crafts! Those pillows are too cute, and make me want to do some embroidery again. :)
ReplyDeleteHi Susan. I suspect your blog visit numbers have increased because we are missing you on Spud & Chloe. I'm glad you have your own blog where we can follow you. You are always so positive and inspire me to try new things. I hope you will do more knitalongs.
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