Knitting Dragonflies

Today I am determined to finish some UFO's that have been laying around! I completed my Two socks on one circular needle, although, I did cheat by taking them off the needle and putting them on two sets of dpn's. Then they were done in a snap!! Thank goodness, I spent so much time trying to decide what I was doing, it was a relief to get them on some familiar needles to get them done! If you are just starting out making socks, this is my first and most favorite book . Simple and understandable, the same people that have the Wonderful Wallaby, another favorite of mine!! Below taken from booklet: __________________________________________________________________________ The most popular of the Cottage Creations patterns! The hooded (or collared) and front pouch seamless sweater is knit from worsted weight yarn and circular needles. Size 2 to super-size adult. Accommodates the growing child very well--my 6-year-old daughter is still wearing

I bought a kick spindle from Ford4Him's Etsy Shop . I have been lusting after a spinning wheel. But my budget says no, so while looking around and shopping I found this on Etsy, after reading about kick spindles or Mother Marion "spinning wheel" I became interested. below is taken from seller's Etsy shop, he also has a website. __________________________________________________________________________ Mother Marion's Spinning Wheel aka Kick Spindle/Kick Wheel This spindle/wheel is also called Mother Marion's Magnificent Spinning Machine. This type of wheel was developed in 1981 and named after the inventor's mother-in-law. Heavenly Handspinning has updated this wonderful device, which works similarly to a drop spindle, but will allow you to sit or stand while spinning, freeing both hands for working with the roving. The wheel is turned with your foot or hand (depending on whether it's placed on the floor or a table) and spinning occu

You all know how much I love Etsy. I think many things contribute to this, shopping in my pajamas with my coffee in my house in no makeup is a primo one. But also supporting indie artisans, it makes me feel good. There are many, many talented people out there, and the Internet and allows them to practice their craft, (maybe not profit, but maybe just enough to allow them to continue, especially in these lean times) And, hey it makes me feel good that I am promoting someone with their creations. So now I have justified my shopping. Giggles I found Tuilps Treasure Box , and love this statement she makes "The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious. It is the source of all true art and science. He to whom this emotion is a stranger, who can no longer pause to wonder and stand rapt in awe, is as good as dead: his eyes are closed." ♥ From jewelry to clothing and purses and totes, she has a fun outlook on her creations. In addition to that she is havin