I'm abit late at posting this and I still haven't gotten alot done but now I have a big cold like hubby and the kids. Just want to stay in bed today. Been doing alittle knitting and reading but nothing else.
Here's what I posted last week on POTM (Project of the Month).
We got home yesterday(July2) by 12:30pm. I didn't want to wait till later
in the day because then we would be sitting on the bridge. Not a fun
thing to do! And plus we did that going over! lol It took us 1
hour to go 3 km and hit the toll both at the Blue Water Bridge (we
were in line at 11:30 am) and got across to Port Huron by 1pm. Once
we got past the tolls it was pretty much smooth sailing.
We took the tent trailer and camped at Washataki Golf Club and RV
camp ground. Our tent trailer at least didn't have a complex against
the motor homes or rv's at least. hehe Food was great, the company
was fun (my sister and her family came up to my parent's trailer).
Just alot of r & r and beer.
Question? Why is every cooler I drank made of malt? What's malt?
Where's the vodka? Where's the rum? Where's the real booze? The
kids fished and they rode grandma's bike - hubby didn't pack them
theirs like I told him too. I vegged yesterday and today I was
getting stuff unpacked and put away.
Hope everyone had a great weekend! And I hope you enjoy this weekend! Boy its hot out there! Yuck!!
Sunday, July 08, 2007
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Yes Virgina there was a funnel cloud!
I guess the rumors were alittle true. A funnel cloud was spotted near Canatara park in Sarnia. It was a nasty storm. I had left early from home to pick the kids up and ended up being there till 2:50pm. The principal announced over the pa that the walkers and bikers were to stay till further notice, then the power went out and we were all to line up in the hall with the walk way clear. Some of the younger kids were crying and if their parents weren't there some of other moms and dads were comforting them. I even saw some of the bigger girls crying. It was alittle scary but I think the principal and the staff of our school did a great job. They kept us inform and were all very calm. Now I know better what to do next time. I did take one of my daughter's friends (with the teacher's permission) to her big brother.
We did end up having our little end of school party -by 4:30pm we were in the pool (the kids any way) and having fun. The pool was 80f at that point. Today temps are 21C and it feels cold after having temps at 28C or 94F.
Here's the article that was in the Sarnia Observer today.
Tornado warning spurs panic
Jeffords, Shawn; Huebl, Stephen
Thursday, June 28, 2007 - 16:00
Local News - A violent storm that ripped through Sarnia-Lambton and spawned at least one funnel cloud near Canatara beach Wednesday also produced some confusion in the emergency response system.
Sarnia police interrupted local radio broadcasts to issue a tornado warning, even though one was never officially issued by Environment Canada.
The emergency broadcast sent school children, city hall workers and Sarnia courthouse staff scurrying for cover in basements and hallways.
The officer was acting on information gathered from emergency officials in Michigan, 9-1-1 calls, CB radio chatter from truckers and Environment Canada's own CanWarn weather watchers, said Cal Gardner, Sarnia's emergency management co-ordinator.
"It would have been worse if we did nothing and it had happened and someone had been hurt," said Gardner, who wondered why an official warning was never issued.
The skies darkened shortly after 2 p.m. and driving wind and rain blasted the city, downing power lines and tree branches. The power went out for about 6,000 city residents for up to two hours.
Wind gusts reached 67 km/h at Sarnia airport and the Blue Water Bridge Authority for a time considered closing the border crossing. "It was getting close," said operations manager Joe Lopetrone. "We kept a very close eye on it."
Residential streets overflowed and there was localized flooding in south Sarnia. The backed-up sewers discharged an enormous brown plume of storm water and raw sewage to the St. Clair River that lasted several hours.
All 25 of Bluewater Power's linemen were busy repairing damage from fallen tree limbs and lightening strikes, said president Janice McMichael-Dennis. Staff had monitored the storm and were prepared to deal with damage, she said.
"We're very concerned about restoring power quickly and safely to our customers, and we take that very seriously."
Jeff Coulson, of Environment Canada, said three storm fronts passed over Sarnia-Lambton yesterday. He confirmed a funnel cloud appeared over southern Lake Huron and briefly formed a water spout, an event captured on camera for The Observer by Sandy Lane resident Brian Sawkill.
The Sarnia fire department fielded dozens of calls from residents concerning about downed branches and arching power lines. Queen Street was closed after three utility poles were snapped.
And a resident of an apartment building near the Sarnia Arena was reportedly stuck in an elevator until a backup generator kicked in, the department said.
ID- 590770
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We did end up having our little end of school party -by 4:30pm we were in the pool (the kids any way) and having fun. The pool was 80f at that point. Today temps are 21C and it feels cold after having temps at 28C or 94F.
Here's the article that was in the Sarnia Observer today.
Tornado warning spurs panic
Jeffords, Shawn; Huebl, Stephen
Thursday, June 28, 2007 - 16:00
Local News - A violent storm that ripped through Sarnia-Lambton and spawned at least one funnel cloud near Canatara beach Wednesday also produced some confusion in the emergency response system.
Sarnia police interrupted local radio broadcasts to issue a tornado warning, even though one was never officially issued by Environment Canada.
The emergency broadcast sent school children, city hall workers and Sarnia courthouse staff scurrying for cover in basements and hallways.
The officer was acting on information gathered from emergency officials in Michigan, 9-1-1 calls, CB radio chatter from truckers and Environment Canada's own CanWarn weather watchers, said Cal Gardner, Sarnia's emergency management co-ordinator.
"It would have been worse if we did nothing and it had happened and someone had been hurt," said Gardner, who wondered why an official warning was never issued.
The skies darkened shortly after 2 p.m. and driving wind and rain blasted the city, downing power lines and tree branches. The power went out for about 6,000 city residents for up to two hours.
Wind gusts reached 67 km/h at Sarnia airport and the Blue Water Bridge Authority for a time considered closing the border crossing. "It was getting close," said operations manager Joe Lopetrone. "We kept a very close eye on it."
Residential streets overflowed and there was localized flooding in south Sarnia. The backed-up sewers discharged an enormous brown plume of storm water and raw sewage to the St. Clair River that lasted several hours.
All 25 of Bluewater Power's linemen were busy repairing damage from fallen tree limbs and lightening strikes, said president Janice McMichael-Dennis. Staff had monitored the storm and were prepared to deal with damage, she said.
"We're very concerned about restoring power quickly and safely to our customers, and we take that very seriously."
Jeff Coulson, of Environment Canada, said three storm fronts passed over Sarnia-Lambton yesterday. He confirmed a funnel cloud appeared over southern Lake Huron and briefly formed a water spout, an event captured on camera for The Observer by Sandy Lane resident Brian Sawkill.
The Sarnia fire department fielded dozens of calls from residents concerning about downed branches and arching power lines. Queen Street was closed after three utility poles were snapped.
And a resident of an apartment building near the Sarnia Arena was reportedly stuck in an elevator until a backup generator kicked in, the department said.
ID- 590770
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Monday, June 25, 2007
The garden at the farm
Here are some photos of the garden I have up at the farm. The beans, tomatoes, and my in-laws garden, the watermelon that's not doing so hot, the pumpkins, and a view of the rows of carrots, onions and beets. Not too bad so far.
My knitted tea swap 3 goodies
I have finally gotten all the photos off of my camera. Wow! I had over three hundred to down load. But they are worth it. This is what Lynda sent to me from WV.
Thanks again Lynda!
Thanks again Lynda!
Saturday, June 23, 2007
Update on accident at Hiawatha Horsepark
I was at Hiawatha that night with the Guide Leaders of our district. We had a race for our division (race 6 where we got our photo taken with the winning horse and jockey). The accident happened in the first race. Put abit of a damper on the night but we did enjoy ourselves.
Update On Accident At Hiawatha
June 22, 2007
Driver Gord McKnight is in good spirits today after suffering a cracked pelvis in an accident last night at Hiawatha Horse Park.
"He cracked his pelvis so I'm sure he'll be sore for a while," race secretary Dave Walls told Trot Insider this afternoon. Walls had seen McKnight earlier in the day when they arranged to have J N C Diamond transported to Guelph. The horse died tragically in the accident.
"Gord just basically said it happened so quickly he had nowhere to go," said Walls, who witnessed the accident from the announcer's booth. "He left with crutches (en route to the hospital last night). He seems to be fine; he was talking and joking around. Obviously he's going to be very sore in the next little bit."
McKnight's horse, Clever Coquette, fell approaching the half and J N C Diamond (Gord McDonnell) could not avoid them. McDonnell was unharmed but J N C Diamond was killed on impact.
"I'm surprised Gord got up because he got hit so hard," Walls said. "The ambulance got there quickly and our ambulance attendant is very good. They did all the precautions to protect his neck so it might have looked worse than it was, but he was conscious the whole time."
Walls confirmed that McKnight's horse, Clever Coquette, suffered only scratches and superficial wounds.
Please join Standardbred Canada in wishing Gord McKnight a speedy recovery, and in offering our condolences to the connections of J N C Diamond.
Update On Accident At Hiawatha
June 22, 2007
Driver Gord McKnight is in good spirits today after suffering a cracked pelvis in an accident last night at Hiawatha Horse Park.
"He cracked his pelvis so I'm sure he'll be sore for a while," race secretary Dave Walls told Trot Insider this afternoon. Walls had seen McKnight earlier in the day when they arranged to have J N C Diamond transported to Guelph. The horse died tragically in the accident.
"Gord just basically said it happened so quickly he had nowhere to go," said Walls, who witnessed the accident from the announcer's booth. "He left with crutches (en route to the hospital last night). He seems to be fine; he was talking and joking around. Obviously he's going to be very sore in the next little bit."
McKnight's horse, Clever Coquette, fell approaching the half and J N C Diamond (Gord McDonnell) could not avoid them. McDonnell was unharmed but J N C Diamond was killed on impact.
"I'm surprised Gord got up because he got hit so hard," Walls said. "The ambulance got there quickly and our ambulance attendant is very good. They did all the precautions to protect his neck so it might have looked worse than it was, but he was conscious the whole time."
Walls confirmed that McKnight's horse, Clever Coquette, suffered only scratches and superficial wounds.
Please join Standardbred Canada in wishing Gord McKnight a speedy recovery, and in offering our condolences to the connections of J N C Diamond.
What a great day!
What a great day it was today! The weather was awesome. Today was
Bright's Grove's annual Canada Day parade and the kids and I
participated in it. They with their bikes and myself with the my
brownie unit (dd didn't want to walk she wanted to ride her bike). We
had a great time. Our local Optimist host it every year and all
participates get a free hot dog and pop. Not bad for a short walk.
The people and friends I got to see was fun.
Bright's Grove is a small town, population about 2500 (and we are
amalgamated with the city of Sarnia) and it had that real family
feeling today. The kids wandered where ever and I didn't have to keep
an eye on them like I would in the city. Dd even took second prize
for her bike!
Our parade is always a week earlier than the city, better selection of
stuff from the dollar store too! hehehe
Well off to start summer and get something done around this neglected
house. The kids are having a pool party on Wednesday and I want the
house to look half decent.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Leigh Ann
Bright's Grove's annual Canada Day parade and the kids and I
participated in it. They with their bikes and myself with the my
brownie unit (dd didn't want to walk she wanted to ride her bike). We
had a great time. Our local Optimist host it every year and all
participates get a free hot dog and pop. Not bad for a short walk.
The people and friends I got to see was fun.
Bright's Grove is a small town, population about 2500 (and we are
amalgamated with the city of Sarnia) and it had that real family
feeling today. The kids wandered where ever and I didn't have to keep
an eye on them like I would in the city. Dd even took second prize
for her bike!
Our parade is always a week earlier than the city, better selection of
stuff from the dollar store too! hehehe
Well off to start summer and get something done around this neglected
house. The kids are having a pool party on Wednesday and I want the
house to look half decent.
Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Leigh Ann
Sunday, June 17, 2007
And the winner is....
The winner of my Contest is Regina/Garnet. She guessed 54 projects that needed ends tucked in.
The actuall number of projects were: 70!!!! I do have 35 done as they were for my brownies.
Here is how it is broken down:
dishcloths - 58
Tea Towels - 2
baby booties (sets) 3
baby hat - 1
scarves - 4
purses - 2
Regina email me at leigh33ca at yahoo dot com and give me your mailing address so I can pop something into the mail for you.
Thanks to everyone that made a guess!
The actuall number of projects were: 70!!!! I do have 35 done as they were for my brownies.
Here is how it is broken down:
dishcloths - 58
Tea Towels - 2
baby booties (sets) 3
baby hat - 1
scarves - 4
purses - 2
Regina email me at leigh33ca at yahoo dot com and give me your mailing address so I can pop something into the mail for you.
Thanks to everyone that made a guess!
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Survived Brownie Camp
Well we had brownie camp last weekend and it was a hit! The girls had a blast! We thought we werer going to be rained out or be in a major thunderstorm but it pasted over us. Setting the tents up in the wind was challenging but it all worked out and we did a craft and had smores the first night.
The second day we went for two hikes and did some crafts. The second hike took us to Rock Glen where the girls got to see the waterfall and we went to the musuem there. Also we went down 150 stairs to where you could look for fossils and they all found one. Kind of neat. We should of done that first and then went to the museum so that they could match up what they found with what the museum has. We then had to climb UP a 100 stairs. Lets just say everyone was pooped after that hike. We invited the guides from Corunna to join us for a campfire and sing songs. Both groups behaved excellently and got along amazingly. We brought out the smores again and gave everyone juice box (good way to clean them up). Our girls were saying can we go to bed as we are tired. Makes for a great camp when they are tired! heehee
We had dd class first communion on the Sunday as well so it was a very busy weekend for us. It went great as well and it was nice to see all the kids in their outfits and gowns. I had a tear in my eye as well.
Will post pictures of camp later.
Leigh Ann
The second day we went for two hikes and did some crafts. The second hike took us to Rock Glen where the girls got to see the waterfall and we went to the musuem there. Also we went down 150 stairs to where you could look for fossils and they all found one. Kind of neat. We should of done that first and then went to the museum so that they could match up what they found with what the museum has. We then had to climb UP a 100 stairs. Lets just say everyone was pooped after that hike. We invited the guides from Corunna to join us for a campfire and sing songs. Both groups behaved excellently and got along amazingly. We brought out the smores again and gave everyone juice box (good way to clean them up). Our girls were saying can we go to bed as we are tired. Makes for a great camp when they are tired! heehee
We had dd class first communion on the Sunday as well so it was a very busy weekend for us. It went great as well and it was nice to see all the kids in their outfits and gowns. I had a tear in my eye as well.
Will post pictures of camp later.
Leigh Ann
Contest Winner to be announced on Sunday
I got unexpected company yesterday. My sister and her girls came up to visit us and I didn't get a chance to count all of my projects that need ends tucked in. I was trying to pack for us to go away for the weekend and well.... that ran late too. But! I did have a good visit with my sister and my nieces.
I have brought some knitting with me, I guess I should of brought the basket with me and I could of worked on that this weekend. I know it won't take me long. Hopefully when I get home I cang et them done. It will be a priority.
Have a great weekend!
Leigh Ann
I have brought some knitting with me, I guess I should of brought the basket with me and I could of worked on that this weekend. I know it won't take me long. Hopefully when I get home I cang et them done. It will be a priority.
Have a great weekend!
Leigh Ann
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Saturday, June 02, 2007
June Contest - Guess how many projects need to be finished off
I am going to fun a contest on my blog from today, June 2 to June to June 16th.
Guess how many projects need to have their ends tucked in or sewed together. NO! There are no sweaters or ponchos in here. They are in a tote. The person closest will win. In the event of a tie (or more people get it right). I will put everyones name in a hat and draw a winner.
What is the prize? Something from my stash and I will make it worth while.
Happy Guessing!!!
Here are two photos of the basket that has the projects in them. Some you can see others you can't. Hint... after this picture some of the items are finished and gone.
Guess how many projects need to have their ends tucked in or sewed together. NO! There are no sweaters or ponchos in here. They are in a tote. The person closest will win. In the event of a tie (or more people get it right). I will put everyones name in a hat and draw a winner.
What is the prize? Something from my stash and I will make it worth while.
Happy Guessing!!!
Here are two photos of the basket that has the projects in them. Some you can see others you can't. Hint... after this picture some of the items are finished and gone.
Well a week into 2007 SSO
Well its been about a week or almost two since I started the 2007 SSO and so here is the May progress report:
3 balls used for 3 dish cloths knitted ( blue, pink and light green) trefoil pattern.
5 balls used for a Fiore scarf knitted (donated the scarf to a friends silent auction at her school).
Returned the following yarn. Yes! You read right
12 balls of Bernat Satin 100 grams each
2 ball of Bernat Cotton appr. 50 grams each
8 balls of Primavera Nova Yarn 5o grams each
1 ball of Bernat Denimum 100 grams
So grand total of 1450 grams of yarn returned. I still have alot of knitting. I did put an order in for yarn for sweaters for my nieces. My Just for Kids book came in and I have the yarn on hold till August (downpayment came from the Primavera yarns - so basically switching out).
On the needles to finish that I started this month is:
A+ apple dishcloth for teacher helper (need to do two of these maybe two for dd teach too)
scarf for a Christmas gift and I can do a matching hat and mitts if I have enough of the funky yarn.
So not a bad month and hopefully will get more done after next weekend. Brownie camp!
3 balls used for 3 dish cloths knitted ( blue, pink and light green) trefoil pattern.
5 balls used for a Fiore scarf knitted (donated the scarf to a friends silent auction at her school).
Returned the following yarn. Yes! You read right
12 balls of Bernat Satin 100 grams each
2 ball of Bernat Cotton appr. 50 grams each
8 balls of Primavera Nova Yarn 5o grams each
1 ball of Bernat Denimum 100 grams
So grand total of 1450 grams of yarn returned. I still have alot of knitting. I did put an order in for yarn for sweaters for my nieces. My Just for Kids book came in and I have the yarn on hold till August (downpayment came from the Primavera yarns - so basically switching out).
On the needles to finish that I started this month is:
A+ apple dishcloth for teacher helper (need to do two of these maybe two for dd teach too)
scarf for a Christmas gift and I can do a matching hat and mitts if I have enough of the funky yarn.
So not a bad month and hopefully will get more done after next weekend. Brownie camp!
Sunday, May 27, 2007
Knitting Meme
Bold for stuff you’ve done, italics for stuff you plan to do eventually, and normal for stuff you don’t intend to do.
Afghan
I-cord
Garter stitch
Knitting with metal wire
Shawl
Stockinette stitch
Socks: top-down
Socks: toe-up
Knitting with camel yarn
Mittens: Cuff-up
Mittens: Tip-down
Hat
Knitting with silk
Moebius band knitting
Participating in a KAL
Sweater
Drop stitch patterns
Knitting with recycled/secondhand yarn
Slip stitch patterns
Knitting with bananafiber yarn
Domino knitting (=modular knitting)
Twisted stitch patterns
Knitting with bamboo yarn
Two end knitting
Charity knitting
Knitting with soy yarn
Cardigan
Toy/doll clothing
Knitting with circular needles
Baby items
Knitting with your own handspun yarn
Slippers
Graffitti knitting (knitting items on, or to be left on the street)
Continental knittingDesigning knitted garments
Cable stitch patterns (incl. Aran)
Lace patterns
Publishing a knitting book
Scarf
Teaching a child to knit
American/English knitting (as opposed to continental)
Knitting to make money
Button Holes
Knitting with alpacaFair Isle knitting
Norwegian knitting
Dying with plant colours
Knitting items for a wedding
Household items (dishcloths, washcloths, tea cosies…)
Knitting socks (or other small tubular items)on two circulars
Olympic knitting
Knitting with someone elses handspun yarn
Knitting with dpns
Holiday related knitting
Teaching a male how to knit
BobblesKnitting for a living
Knitting with cotton
Knitting smocking
Dying yarn
Steeks
Knitting art
Knitting two socks (or other small tubular items) on two circulars simultaneously
Fulling/feltingKnitting with wool
Textured knitting
Kitchener BO
Purses/bags
Knitting with beads
SwatchingLong Tail CO
Entrlac
Knitting and purling backwards
Machine knitting
Knitting with selfpatterning/selfstriping/variegating yarn
Stuffed toys
Knitting with cashmere
DarningJewelry
Knitting with synthetic yarn
Writing a pattern
Gloves
Intarsia
Knitting with linen
Knitting for preemies
Tubular CO
Freeform knitting
Short rows
Cuffs/fingerless mits/armwarmers
Pillows
Knitting a pattern from an online knitting magazine
Rug
Knitting on a loom
Thrummed knitting
Knitting a gift
Knitting for pets
Shrug/bolero/poncho
Knitting with dog/cat hair
Hair accessories
Knitting in public
Afghan
I-cord
Garter stitch
Knitting with metal wire
Shawl
Stockinette stitch
Socks: top-down
Socks: toe-up
Knitting with camel yarn
Mittens: Cuff-up
Mittens: Tip-down
Hat
Knitting with silk
Moebius band knitting
Participating in a KAL
Sweater
Drop stitch patterns
Knitting with recycled/secondhand yarn
Slip stitch patterns
Knitting with bananafiber yarn
Domino knitting (=modular knitting)
Twisted stitch patterns
Knitting with bamboo yarn
Two end knitting
Charity knitting
Knitting with soy yarn
Cardigan
Toy/doll clothing
Knitting with circular needles
Baby items
Knitting with your own handspun yarn
Slippers
Graffitti knitting (knitting items on, or to be left on the street)
Continental knittingDesigning knitted garments
Cable stitch patterns (incl. Aran)
Lace patterns
Publishing a knitting book
Scarf
Teaching a child to knit
American/English knitting (as opposed to continental)
Knitting to make money
Button Holes
Knitting with alpacaFair Isle knitting
Norwegian knitting
Dying with plant colours
Knitting items for a wedding
Household items (dishcloths, washcloths, tea cosies…)
Knitting socks (or other small tubular items)on two circulars
Olympic knitting
Knitting with someone elses handspun yarn
Knitting with dpns
Holiday related knitting
Teaching a male how to knit
BobblesKnitting for a living
Knitting with cotton
Knitting smocking
Dying yarn
Steeks
Knitting art
Knitting two socks (or other small tubular items) on two circulars simultaneously
Fulling/feltingKnitting with wool
Textured knitting
Kitchener BO
Purses/bags
Knitting with beads
SwatchingLong Tail CO
Entrlac
Knitting and purling backwards
Machine knitting
Knitting with selfpatterning/selfstriping/variegating yarn
Stuffed toys
Knitting with cashmere
DarningJewelry
Knitting with synthetic yarn
Writing a pattern
Gloves
Intarsia
Knitting with linen
Knitting for preemies
Tubular CO
Freeform knitting
Short rows
Cuffs/fingerless mits/armwarmers
Pillows
Knitting a pattern from an online knitting magazine
Rug
Knitting on a loom
Thrummed knitting
Knitting a gift
Knitting for pets
Shrug/bolero/poncho
Knitting with dog/cat hair
Hair accessories
Knitting in public
Saturday, May 26, 2007
My 2007 goals for Summer of Stash Out and the Skeins Her Way contest
Any way..... my goals:
1. Not to buy any yarn until after the Labour Day weekend (depending on how much of the stash I have used). See April 2,2007 blog for pictures of the stash. My blog is: http://knittingngardeningjunkie.blogspot.com/
2. To complete some of my UFO's:
a. Matt's sweater just needs to be sewed
b. Miki's sweater
c. Poncho - not sure who its for yet - jsut needs to be sewed
d. The 6 cable sweater I started back in 1992 that no longer will fit but is almost done.
f. Sewing buttons on a few things that need them and tucking ends into others so that
they are 100% finished.
3. To work on depleting some of my new yarns into the projects that I bought them for:
1. Bernat Satin top for me
2. Hat for Matt - can't think of the name but its 100% virgin wool
3. Hat for Miki - same as above
4. Cotton top for me - Twilley's Freedom Cotton DK in navy
5. various scarves that I have done - just have to be sewed
6. to use up some of the dish cloth yarns that I have had for awhile.
4. I won't buy any more yarn on sale till after the SSO is done or till I use up alot of this yarn.
5. To work on the project of the month and finish them.
I think that's good for me for now. Could add more if I get through these lists.
Exceptions:
1. A knitting magazine that may come out during this time
2. A ball of yarn to finish a project. Shouldn't have too as I normally buy an extra ball.
3. If I go on a fab holiday and see an awesome yarn shop and the yarn calls to me. Fat chance this will happen but if it does I would be aloud.
4. Extra stitch counter if I have mutiple things on the go or I loose one. I really don't need any extra knitting stuff as I have alot as is.
5. Yarn for the project of the month. I probably will have the yarn in my stash but I may have to add to it depending on the project.
What's in it for me in the end.
Yarn used up and a feeling of accomplishment. Hopefully some Christmas presents will be finished and I won't be rushed then.
1. Not to buy any yarn until after the Labour Day weekend (depending on how much of the stash I have used). See April 2,2007 blog for pictures of the stash. My blog is: http://knittingngardeningjunkie.blogspot.com/
2. To complete some of my UFO's:
a. Matt's sweater just needs to be sewed
b. Miki's sweater
c. Poncho - not sure who its for yet - jsut needs to be sewed
d. The 6 cable sweater I started back in 1992 that no longer will fit but is almost done.
f. Sewing buttons on a few things that need them and tucking ends into others so that
they are 100% finished.
3. To work on depleting some of my new yarns into the projects that I bought them for:
1. Bernat Satin top for me
2. Hat for Matt - can't think of the name but its 100% virgin wool
3. Hat for Miki - same as above
4. Cotton top for me - Twilley's Freedom Cotton DK in navy
5. various scarves that I have done - just have to be sewed
6. to use up some of the dish cloth yarns that I have had for awhile.
4. I won't buy any more yarn on sale till after the SSO is done or till I use up alot of this yarn.
5. To work on the project of the month and finish them.
I think that's good for me for now. Could add more if I get through these lists.
Exceptions:
1. A knitting magazine that may come out during this time
2. A ball of yarn to finish a project. Shouldn't have too as I normally buy an extra ball.
3. If I go on a fab holiday and see an awesome yarn shop and the yarn calls to me. Fat chance this will happen but if it does I would be aloud.
4. Extra stitch counter if I have mutiple things on the go or I loose one. I really don't need any extra knitting stuff as I have alot as is.
5. Yarn for the project of the month. I probably will have the yarn in my stash but I may have to add to it depending on the project.
What's in it for me in the end.
Yarn used up and a feeling of accomplishment. Hopefully some Christmas presents will be finished and I won't be rushed then.
Skeins Her Way blog
I was directed to this blog by Rycrafty about a contest for a fitted tank top and 4 balls of Blue Sky Dyed Cotton. Who could resist that! lol Here is the blog link to go to the contest:
http://www.skeinsherway.com/2007/05/pre-summer-contest.html)
Here is how to enter the contest. You must do it on her blog not mine but mention that you saw it here.
"""""First place winner will receive 1 copy of the pattern along with 4 hanks of Blue Sky Dyed Cotton in their choice of colors! Second & third place winners will each receive a copy of the pattern and whatever other goodies happen to jump into the package just before sealing and sending...
The warmer weather has moved in, even here in Minnesota, and I will be casting on a tank of my own very soon- maybe 2 as I can't seem to decide which color to do!
Okay, so here are the contest rules- all you have to do is:
1.) Leave a comment on this post letting me know what color you want and mention who's blog you heard about the contest on (if you jumped from a blog and if you can remember...)
2.) Then head to your blog and post a list of your summer knitting goals (there may be an end-of-summer contest of some sort to celebrate summer knitting accomplishments...) and mention this contest (with a link to this post- http://www.skeinsherway.com/2007/05/pre-summer-contest.html)
3.) Lastly e-mail me with the link to your post! (ali AT skeins her way DOT com) Be sure to mention in your post for anyone who follows your link to let me know what blog they jumped from as every 'referral' will earn you another entry!
Contest will run through the end of the month (May) and my talented children will draw three winning names (or secret blogging identities) out of a container of some sort on June 1st.
Think about your summer knitting, make your lists, and get blogging!
Happy knitting,
ali""""""
http://www.skeinsherway.com/2007/05/pre-summer-contest.html)
Here is how to enter the contest. You must do it on her blog not mine but mention that you saw it here.
"""""First place winner will receive 1 copy of the pattern along with 4 hanks of Blue Sky Dyed Cotton in their choice of colors! Second & third place winners will each receive a copy of the pattern and whatever other goodies happen to jump into the package just before sealing and sending...
The warmer weather has moved in, even here in Minnesota, and I will be casting on a tank of my own very soon- maybe 2 as I can't seem to decide which color to do!
Okay, so here are the contest rules- all you have to do is:
1.) Leave a comment on this post letting me know what color you want and mention who's blog you heard about the contest on (if you jumped from a blog and if you can remember...)
2.) Then head to your blog and post a list of your summer knitting goals (there may be an end-of-summer contest of some sort to celebrate summer knitting accomplishments...) and mention this contest (with a link to this post- http://www.skeinsherway.com/2007/05/pre-summer-contest.html)
3.) Lastly e-mail me with the link to your post! (ali AT skeins her way DOT com) Be sure to mention in your post for anyone who follows your link to let me know what blog they jumped from as every 'referral' will earn you another entry!
Contest will run through the end of the month (May) and my talented children will draw three winning names (or secret blogging identities) out of a container of some sort on June 1st.
Think about your summer knitting, make your lists, and get blogging!
Happy knitting,
ali""""""
Monday, May 21, 2007
Fiore Scarf Done
Well I started a scarf tonight and finished it. The first two balls went really quick. I used 5 balls of Fiore, earth tones, and 9mm needles. It hands almost to my feet! lol I can double it or wrap it a few times around me. Might be a christmas gift - not sure yet.
So 195 yards or 250 grams of yarn used along with the Bernat Cotton I used earlier today. Not bad!
I'll take a photo of it later as its time for bed.
Leigh Ann
So 195 yards or 250 grams of yarn used along with the Bernat Cotton I used earlier today. Not bad!
I'll take a photo of it later as its time for bed.
Leigh Ann
What I did on the long weekend
Well I can't believe that the weather sucked! Okay! I should because it always sucks on our May 2-4. But I wasn't expecting the rain!
I read two books this weekend, knitted two dishcloths and went to my sisters today. I also, went to the cemetery and planted some flowers on my great grandparents grave. They are the only ones with out any so I decided its time to change that! I planted some hostas (I split one of mine at home), 2 plants from my sisters (I divided them too and not sure what they are. Daisies of some sort?) and 3 Ostrepermums (sp??). Two orange and one white. I added fresh dirt and my niece helped me. She was a good girl. We watered them and the flowers that my mom had on my grandparents grave.
My other niece is just giggling up a storm and VERY ticklelish. Loves her auntie Leigh.
Well of to take a hot shower as I am freezing! And pack to head to the farm tomorrow to plant my garden. I think Quincy will be going on a road trip with me. When I get back its my garden to be done.
Have a great night.
I read two books this weekend, knitted two dishcloths and went to my sisters today. I also, went to the cemetery and planted some flowers on my great grandparents grave. They are the only ones with out any so I decided its time to change that! I planted some hostas (I split one of mine at home), 2 plants from my sisters (I divided them too and not sure what they are. Daisies of some sort?) and 3 Ostrepermums (sp??). Two orange and one white. I added fresh dirt and my niece helped me. She was a good girl. We watered them and the flowers that my mom had on my grandparents grave.
My other niece is just giggling up a storm and VERY ticklelish. Loves her auntie Leigh.
Well of to take a hot shower as I am freezing! And pack to head to the farm tomorrow to plant my garden. I think Quincy will be going on a road trip with me. When I get back its my garden to be done.
Have a great night.
Friday, May 18, 2007
Yahoo! Its the longweekend!
Yep you read right! Its the May 2-4 weekend. Dd and hubby have gone to the farm for the weekend. Ds and I are staying home. Ds is going to a friends house for a birthday sleepover. Hopefully tonight then we can head up tomorrow and visit too. Hubby and in-laws are having a big yard sale too. I have put somethings on it and hopefully hubby will abide by my prices!
I went to mass this morning for the Mass of Mary. My daughters class and another were putting it on. They were all so cute! Hubby got the front lawn cut and I did the back while he tilled my garden. Add 4 bags of cow poop and he retilled and I am set to plant! Yes!! hehe Hopefully tonight if not tomorrow.
I've got alot plans but haven't started anything yet. Have to pick up ds at 2:30 and get some groceries. I purposely ran stuff low so it wouldn't be wasted.
Well off to watch As the World Turns.
Leigh Ann
I went to mass this morning for the Mass of Mary. My daughters class and another were putting it on. They were all so cute! Hubby got the front lawn cut and I did the back while he tilled my garden. Add 4 bags of cow poop and he retilled and I am set to plant! Yes!! hehe Hopefully tonight if not tomorrow.
I've got alot plans but haven't started anything yet. Have to pick up ds at 2:30 and get some groceries. I purposely ran stuff low so it wouldn't be wasted.
Well off to watch As the World Turns.
Leigh Ann
Thursday, May 17, 2007
Knits for Kids
I've just ordered Knits for Kids by Judy Lamb. Here's the scoop on it:
Knits for Kidsby Judy Lamb
Nothing is more satisfying than to knit a stylish sweater for that special young person in your life. From size 1 to 10, each of these delightful designs is perfect for a boy or a girl. Change yarn colors and buttons on any of the projects to recreate the outcome. Easy to read instructions and full color photographs.
5 projects—32 pages | Softcover
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