Big Wool Keeps on Turning...Wednesday

[devholan]

Good morning everyone. I'm trying to wake up over coffee so I can add my second row of short rows into the Ravensong shorties.

[foxygoober]

Nuts! How do we fix this? We both started the thread at the same time. . .
Mine can be deleted, but I guess I need a mod to do it?

[foxygoober]

Ok, so here is my question.
I'm planning on knitting a sweater for my lo. Size 2t, (I'm thinking if I start now it'll be done by next winter . . .) How much yarn will I need, and can I use superwash merino? From what I understand that isn't a good yarn for longies, but since this is a sweater will it work?

[newphillymomma]

Love the title Dev! So fun.

Goodmorning ladies. Dh is getting Gab up this morning so I can lay and check email for about 15 precious mins.

Kimann4: That colorway by Blackbird Baby was gorgeous!

And he's done. Gotta go already. :(

[kmwell]

OK- I will try again LOL...

:wave:

Morning mamas.

OK- I am stuck and I need some help pretty please. So I completed my waist band, did my increases, started into the colorway and am ready to start short rows (which have me totally baffled). I have a couple of questions.... Thus far I have not used stitch markers and I guess I need some huh? I do know my exact starting point, so, where and how do I place the stitch marker and what common household item can I use if I own no stitch markers? I am confused where to "begin" with short rows. :gah: HELP!

[devholan]

oops, sorry. Timing. :)

Kristi, just saw your post in the other thread. I'm thinking you could use scrap yarn in a different color and just tie it in loops, maybe?

[foxygoober]

Do you have a twisty tie or a rubber band?

[amyruth]

OK- I will try again LOL...

:wave:

Morning mamas.

OK- I am stuck and I need some help pretty please. So I completed my waist band, did my increases, started into the colorway and am ready to start short rows (which have me totally baffled). I have a couple of questions.... Thus far I have not used stitch markers and I guess I need some huh? I do know my exact starting point, so, where and how do I place the stitch marker and what common household item can I use if I own no stitch markers? I am confused where to "begin" with short rows. :gah: HELP!


You can tie a contrasting color of yarn into a loop and use that as a stitch marker. What pattern are you using? I like Sheepy Pants short rows but use this method (http://www.woolywonder.com/forums/showpost.php?p=74291&postcount=34).

[kmwell]

OK- yes. Both of those (scrap yarn and rubberbands) So- I know this is stupid :blush: but what do I do? just thread it onto the needle? Before or the first stitch in the row? And I need to be able to remove it later right? Anyone have a pic? I know this is the most simple thing ever LOL :blush:

[kmwell]

You can tie a contrasting color of yarn into a loop and use that as a stitch marker. What pattern are you using? I like Sheepy Pants short rows but use this method (http://www.woolywonder.com/forums/showpost.php?p=74291&postcount=34).

Yes! That is what I am using.

ETA!!!! AWESOME tutorial! So helpful. Thank you!

[amyruth]

Stitch markers just slip onto your needles before you get to your stitch location. They travel with you knitting so you can always just slip them off later. You don't knit them in. :)

[kmwell]

Stitch markers just slip onto your needles before you get to your stitch location. They travel with you knitting so you can always just slip them off later. You don't knit them in. :)

:hugs: Thank you. Gosh- why is such a simple thing confusing me LOL? Everything else has come pretty easy thus far (*knock* on wood)

[amyruth]

Yes! That is what I am using.

ETA!!!! AWESOME tutorial! So helpful. Thank you!

Yes, I love all the pictures! A bit more complicated than the Sheepy short rows but it closes them up tighter... You can just use the short row placement of the Sheepy pattern and this method.

[amyruth]

:hugs: Thank you. Gosh- why is such a simple thing confusing me LOL? Everything else has come pretty easy thus far (*knock* on wood)

LOL Oh this all can get confusing. I'm very visual too. When I started knitting I twisted every stitch until a lady at a knitting shop showed me the right way to do it. :)

[devholan]

LOL Oh this all can get confusing. I'm very visual too. When I started knitting I twisted every stitch until a lady at a knitting shop showed me the right way to do it. :)

I did this, too! And even after my first class I continued to do it. :giggle2: When I was knitting the calorimetry, the knits and purls were equally tough b/c I was twisting the knits. So I'd read posts from knitters who hated the purls, and I couldn't understand why...and I was so slow!

[foxygoober]

With a rubber band do you know how to do a slip knot kind of thing? I think contrasting yarn may be easier, it wont stick to the needle that way.

[amyruth]

Well DH got the 3yo on the bus and is taking the cars for oil changes today. I should be able to get some sewing done this morning as I think he's taking the LO to the 10am appt... I have to say, DH has been a huge help this week! Folding laundry, dishes, picking up, changing diapers, getting the kids ready, fed, dressed, played with... He even dumped off a diaper - I nearly :thud:. LOL He always just leaves dirty dipes in the bathroom. To be fair, my LO's never "plop" either.

He did say he appreciates what I do now! And that he would go insane if he had to stay home full time. He likes the pace of work. :)
I should make some good progress on my WT longies today too. I have to close the gusset and pick up the legs and then I'm home free.

[foxygoober]

Augh! So checking out of Etsy, my 2 skeins turned to one. . .so now I'm paying extra shipping unless the seller refunds me :(

[kmwell]

Thank you so much y'all. OK, so in a bit maybe I will attempt to start my short rows :nervous:

[PKat]

Ok, so here is my question.
I'm planning on knitting a sweater for my lo. Size 2t, (I'm thinking if I start now it'll be done by next winter . . .) How much yarn will I need, and can I use superwash merino? From what I understand that isn't a good yarn for longies, but since this is a sweater will it work?

Superwash would work great! And for the amount you should look at your pattern it will usually tell you exactly how many yards you need.

[foxygoober]

I had my knits and purls backwards . . .I didn't even realize it until someone said my purls were looking good as a cuff . . . .

[foxygoober]

Superwash would work great! And for the amount you should look at your pattern it will usually tell you exactly how many yards you need.

Yea :) I got some superwash . . .I don't have the pattern with me at work (I'm on break for another minute) I'm hoping 400 yards is enough . . .if not, then I guess I'll be turning that yarn into something else :giggle:

[devholan]

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?

And speaking of yarn, I need ideas please. I promised myself this yarn: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7772421 when I learned to knit. It's about time I purchase it. But it's only 70 yds of bulky. So do I want a scarflette (I actually don't have a scarf right now) or should I use it as trim for a different project for me? And if so, what project -- any suggestions?

[devholan]

Yea :) I got some superwash . . .I don't have the pattern with me at work (I'm on break for another minute) I'm hoping 400 yards is enough . . .if not, then I guess I'll be turning that yarn into something else :giggle:

are you on Rav? (if so, what's your username there?) I think 400 yds is the top end amount for the SMSS Kimono...going to check

[amyruth]

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?

And speaking of yarn, I need ideas please. I promised myself this yarn: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7772421 when I learned to knit. It's about time I purchase it. But it's only 70 yds of bulky. So do I want a scarflette (I actually don't have a scarf right now) or should I use it as trim for a different project for me? And if so, what project -- any suggestions?

ooh yummy yarn!!!! I'd do a small scarf or a hat. Definitely something next to the skin for you. :)

ETA: coffee would be soooo nice! But avoiding during the pregnancy as it can potentially cause lower birthweights and well, I have issue with growth restriction as it is. :(

[foxygoober]

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?

And speaking of yarn, I need ideas please. I promised myself this yarn: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7772421 when I learned to knit. It's about time I purchase it. But it's only 70 yds of bulky. So do I want a scarflette (I actually don't have a scarf right now) or should I use it as trim for a different project for me? And if so, what project -- any suggestions?

I think that yarn would look great on you mama! A scarflette :)

[PKat]

Yea :) I got some superwash . . .I don't have the pattern with me at work (I'm on break for another minute) I'm hoping 400 yards is enough . . .if not, then I guess I'll be turning that yarn into something else :giggle:

400 should be enough, I know I made a 2T size one (different pattern obviously) and 400 yds was more then enough -- so you would think that in most patterns it would be close to the same.

[plath]

Morning all. Just saying hi before I have to head out to my La leche league meeting, then we're meeting dh for lunch at an awesome cafe (can't wait for my croissant chicken salad sandwich!) :) Talk to you all this afternoon where I'm sure there will be TONS of posts to catch up on :giggle2:

[bodiejake]

Thank you so much y'all. OK, so in a bit maybe I will attempt to start my short rows :nervous:

morning everyone!! Just getting up and going here. Kristi, you can do it!!!

[MollyJones]

Ok, so here is my question.
I'm planning on knitting a sweater for my lo. Size 2t, (I'm thinking if I start now it'll be done by next winter . . .) How much yarn will I need, and can I use superwash merino? From what I understand that isn't a good yarn for longies, but since this is a sweater will it work?

I think it will be great for a sweater!!

If you look at the pattern you are using, it should tell you how much yarn you need for each size. :goodvibes:

OK- I will try again LOL...

:wave:

Morning mamas.

OK- I am stuck and I need some help pretty please. So I completed my waist band, did my increases, started into the colorway and am ready to start short rows (which have me totally baffled). I have a couple of questions.... Thus far I have not used stitch markers and I guess I need some huh? I do know my exact starting point, so, where and how do I place the stitch marker and what common household item can I use if I own no stitch markers? I am confused where to "begin" with short rows. :gah: HELP!


:hugs: Thank you. Gosh- why is such a simple thing confusing me LOL? Everything else has come pretty easy thus far (*knock* on wood)

Good luck Kristi!! Don't feel badly... knitting is literally like another language completely foreign until you learn it. You're doing great!!! :hugs: :hugs:

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?

And speaking of yarn, I need ideas please. I promised myself this yarn: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7772421 when I learned to knit. It's about time I purchase it. But it's only 70 yds of bulky. So do I want a scarflette (I actually don't have a scarf right now) or should I use it as trim for a different project for me? And if so, what project -- any suggestions?


I have no ideas but I just wanted to say that it's beautiful. I love it.

[iheartruiner]

:wave: :needcoffee:

Morning girls!

[starsandlollipops]

Dev, you know she's stocking cashmere on her cart today for 20.00! ;)
I think a cowl would be yummy! you could use it for the trim on a hat, or gloves

[MollyJones]

Morning Myla! Morning L! :wave:

[devholan]

Thanks ladies. I love this too: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_3&listing_id=7546460 I just wish she had more than one skein of this stuff. Lauren, I didn't realize that. Off to check...

[MollyJones]

I love this!! ADORABLE!!! I want those boots for Elle.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=18430696

[kmwell]

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?


Southwest Spectrum Shadow Creek on BFL ;)
I need to take some WIP pics huh?

[kmwell]

I love this!! ADORABLE!!! I want those boots for Elle.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=18430696

Holy cuteness!!!!

[amyruth]

Thanks ladies. I love this too: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vt_related_3&listing_id=7546460 I just wish she had more than one skein of this stuff. Lauren, I didn't realize that. Off to check...

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_1&listing_id=18021807

[devholan]

I know, Molly. Those are gorgeous!
Kristi, WIP please. :)

[iheartruiner]

Morning Molly :)

I'm onto the second leg of the longies. I love newborn size; it knits so fast. :giggle:

We'll be out for lunch today so I don't know if I'll have time this afternoon to finish the longies. I hope so! They're striping in the leg as well, but not as close since the mama wants a more fitted leg.

[iheartruiner]

I love this!! ADORABLE!!! I want those boots for Elle.

http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?ref=vl_other_2&listing_id=18430696

:wub: I LOVE those!

[amyruth]

cute stitch markers!

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=49847&vid=752

[MollyJones]

cute stitch markers!

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=49847&vid=752

Love those! I don't even have $5 to my name right now... or I'd totally get them.

[devholan]

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.

[bodiejake]

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.

can't wait!! it looks awesome so far Dev.:goodvibes:

[kmwell]

I know, Molly. Those are gorgeous!
Kristi, WIP please. :)

:blush: :mrgreen:

(the back doesn't look funny irl LOL)
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x12/kmwell/WIP4.jpg

[kmwell]

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.

Oh awesome! I love that colorway.

[MollyJones]

:blush: :mrgreen:

(the back doesn't look funny irl LOL)
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x12/kmwell/WIP4.jpg


That looks AMAZING Kristi!!! :bliss: Great job!!

[amyruth]

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.

can't wait to see how that works up!

:blush: :mrgreen:

(the back doesn't look funny irl LOL)
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x12/kmwell/WIP4.jpg

pretty!! Looks like you flew thru the first short row set. :)

[devholan]

Kristi, that's looking great!

[amyruth]

Well the LO is happy with a waffle now. He's been eating like a monster lately! He's usually my picky skinny butt. I'm thinking a growth spurt is around the corner. :)

So I'm finishing up a few sewing jobs and then taking a break to sew for my own LOs and then a babymoon. I'm going to miss the extra $ though! I am just too preggo and unpredictable (sick, tired, achy) to commit to things. Should I just do a bit of instock so there is no commitment? Nothing is moving instock though. :(

And I'm really booked up on knitting so the new baby will probably only end up with 2 knit longies and lots of fleece. No biggie... Fleece is easy to toss in the wash. :)

[Julie K]

Morning girls!

[cadensmama]

did you all see these:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994

[MollyJones]

did you all see these:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994

Yes! :drool: They are perfection!

[ladybenz]

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.

Love it!

:blush: :mrgreen:

(the back doesn't look funny irl LOL)
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x12/kmwell/WIP4.jpg

Ooh, that colorway is gorgeous, and you are doing it proud, mama!


Hi everyone! I am about three rows and a bind-off away from being done with the mermaid skirtie. The ruffle has seriously taken me over 4 hours, and there's still more to go. I don't know that I'll be making any more of these. It's a gorgeous pattern, but holy moly the ruffle is insane. I'm going to be photographing everything for my HC listings tonight (I hope), so I'll try to come back and post a pic.

And I'm borrowing the hubs' computer again. It is slower than Christmas! I am hoping beyond hope that I'll magically find the part I need to fix mine before friday because I really want to stalk RFR--I'm desperate for that yarn!!! (you hear me T? DESPERATE!) :giggle2: If not, I might have to hang out in the music studio on Friday so that I can stalk it from the computer in there. Hmmm... I wonder how I can entertain the boys without breaking any expensive musical equipment?

OKay, time to nurse the boys and put them down for their nap... I hope to be back later.

[cadensmama]

Yes! :drool: They are perfection!


i know. and they would fit my dd. :thud:

[cadensmama]

OMG:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=81465&vid=1451

ETA: need help stalking this

[cadensmama]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

[kmwell]

OMG:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=81465&vid=1451

ETA: need help stalking this

O.M.GOSH!!!!!!
I will so help you stalk that if I am around T. Whoa that will be amazing.

[MollyJones]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

Whoa! Dude. What stitch is that? That looks great!!

[kmwell]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

Seriously delicious.

[amyruth]

Whoa! Dude. What stitch is that? That looks great!!

I was wondering the same thing. Almost looks like 1x1 rib?

[MollyJones]

Okay....


I am DONE dealing with no schedule and a toddler running my house.


I am in the process of taking the TV out of the livingroom in to the basement and DS is not watching TV AT ALL for a week.

I have spent all morning making up a schedule for us to follow that works for us better and incorporates more mommy/Asa time... and Daddy/kid time... and specific healthy snacks... only a little bit of TV and I am going to be much stricter about bed time and what he gets away with, what he takes to bed, and him cleaning up his toy messes that he makes.




This morning he hit me IN THE FACE--TWICE!!! :hairpull:

[cadensmama]

I was wondering the same thing. Almost looks like 1x1 rib?


the wasitband is rib but not the body. the body is...oh...i'm hesitant to share. i haven't even started selling them yet...but oh well.

its called purl ridge.

[mrstkeller]

Dev and Kristi. . you guys are like pros now!!! Great job!! Short rows are not that bad and just take a bit of repetition. . then a snap!

did you all see these:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994

Um. . . da. . . humina. . . . BEAUTIFUL!!!!!

OMG:
http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=81465&vid=1451

ETA: need help stalking this

I can help! :thumbsup:

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

Oh wow!!! :drif: How were the short rows?

[cadensmama]

the short rows were less visible but there is a difference in those spots. the pattern is worked every 4th row, so there is no way around the gap, but in all honesty, i don't think it is visible unless you are looking for it.

but these are getting pulled out. they are a size 24" hip and my DD's hip is only 20"
I thought I might list them but does anyone besides Bear need a 24" hip :giggle2:

[Little Bear Momma]

Morning ladies...I need to go back and catch up...but holy heck Teresa...do those still have a 24" hip? If so....keep going! I have pp. :D

ETA~ROFL...Posting at the same time!! lol

[MollyJones]

the short rows were less visible but there is a difference in those spots. the pattern is worked every 4th row, so there is no way around the gap, but in all honesty, i don't think it is visible unless you are looking for it.

but these are getting pulled out. they are a size 24" hip and my DD's hip is only 20"
I thought I might list them but does anyone besides Bear need a 24" hip :giggle2:

Morning ladies...I need to go back and catch up...but holy heck Teresa...do those still have a 24" hip? If so....keep going! I have pp. :D

ETA~ROFL...Posting at the same time!! lol

:giggle2:

[MollyJones]

I think my MM MO should be here today. She shipped it Monday. Does that sound right? That it should be here today? :headscratch:



Okay... TV and VCR are now in the basement.


This is a bummer for me. Mama likes her TV! :giggle2:

[MollyJones]

Can anyone here help me with some dying questions? I don't know who's here right now... I have an idea for a colorway that I want to try tonight or tomorrow. But I think I need some help working with it. Can someone PM me? :mrgreen:


Okay... I am getting offline for awhile. Starting to get embarrassed that I'm the only one talking. :blush:





:roflmbo:

[cadensmama]

Morning ladies...I need to go back and catch up...but holy heck Teresa...do those still have a 24" hip? If so....keep going! I have pp. :D

ETA~ROFL...Posting at the same time!! lol


:roflmbo: they do still have a 24" hip. If your serious.....:heyhey:...you can PM me.

[mrstkeller]

the short rows were less visible but there is a difference in those spots. the pattern is worked every 4th row, so there is no way around the gap, but in all honesty, i don't think it is visible unless you are looking for it.

but these are getting pulled out. they are a size 24" hip and my DD's hip is only 20"
I thought I might list them but does anyone besides Bear need a 24" hip :giggle2:

Oh no!!! That sucks!

[cadensmama]

i can take no pity. i didn't swatch first. i KNOW better.

[lateybugprincess]

Teresa, those are AMAZING. Love that stitch. That Goblin, well that is just great.

Kristi, you are doing awesome. We won't even talk about what I haven't done.

[Teeniebean]

Holy crap, the WIPs posted today are amazing, ladies!!

[joanna19]

ITA - great WIPs today! :wub:

[Julie K]

[

Can anyone here help me with some dying questions? I don't know who's here right now... I have an idea for a colorway that I want to try tonight or tomorrow. But I think I need some help working with it. Can someone PM me? :mrgreen:


Okay... I am getting offline for awhile. Starting to get embarrassed that I'm the only one talking. :blush:





:roflmbo:

you know...they say its the smart people that talk to themselves ;) :giggle2:

[GEMQEMCABOOSE]

I got a huge Laines order today and thought I'd share in case anyone is expecting these colorways from the coop or is otherwise interested. Here's how ours look...


Mock Turtle:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109004.jpg

Jordi:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002-1.jpg

Beach Baby looks funky on the closeup pictures but here's the whole haul from today and the color is true on it. Bottom right.
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002.jpg

Pair of soft stars and a pound of MHR too!

[MollyJones]

LOL--Thanks Julie! :D

[amyruth]

Okay....


I am DONE dealing with no schedule and a toddler running my house.


I am in the process of taking the TV out of the livingroom in to the basement and DS is not watching TV AT ALL for a week.

I have spent all morning making up a schedule for us to follow that works for us better and incorporates more mommy/Asa time... and Daddy/kid time... and specific healthy snacks... only a little bit of TV and I am going to be much stricter about bed time and what he gets away with, what he takes to bed, and him cleaning up his toy messes that he makes.




This morning he hit me IN THE FACE--TWICE!!! :hairpull:

:hugs: I need a schedule too. Way too much t.v. here. :( If you care to share...

the wasitband is rib but not the body. the body is...oh...i'm hesitant to share. i haven't even started selling them yet...but oh well.

its called purl ridge.

thanks! I"ll have to look that up. I'm sure they will be a hit! It's a really cool looking stitch. :)

[whippettrap]

Good morning!:wave2: Thought I would say a quick hello this morning before heading out for a busy day. I got my first circular needle yesterday and actually cast on last night for some practise, but kind of got stuck. I think I saw a tutorial on knittinghelp so I will have to check that out tonight. I am like you Kristi, I get scared too! :giggle:

Lots of gorgeous WIP today. I can't wait to come back tonight and see what is posted. I just love :drif: over all the wool in this thread.

Molly - you are not alone. I have a new no TV rule in my house during the week. The kids are zombies during watching and monsters after I turn it off! Only hockey games allowed:giggle2: .

Good thing I will be away today or my pp will be damaged with these (http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994) lovelies. I actually wasn't in love with this colourway until I saw these! :drif:

Can I ask about needle size? I have 16" size 8s circular and was wondering if I need 5s or 6s for the 12" circluars to use for the legs of longies (eventually). I am a tight knitter.:blush:

[RetroBaby]

I got a huge Laines order today and thought I'd share in case anyone is expecting these colorways from the coop or is otherwise interested. Here's how ours look...


Mock Turtle:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109004.jpg

Jordi:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002-1.jpg

Beach Baby looks funky on the closeup pictures but here's the whole haul from today and the color is true on it. Bottom right.
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002.jpg

Pair of soft stars and a pound of MHR too!

NICE!!!!!!! I have Beach Baby coming from the co-op, so thanks for the pic. :)

[RetroBaby]

Good morning!:wave2: Thought I would say a quick hello this morning before heading out for a busy day. I got my first circular needle yesterday and actually cast on last night for some practise, but kind of got stuck. I think I saw a tutorial on knittinghelp so I will have to check that out tonight. I am like you Kristi, I get scared too! :giggle:

Lots of gorgeous WIP today. I can't wait to come back tonight and see what is posted. I just love :drif: over all the wool in this thread.

Molly - you are not alone. I have a new no TV rule in my house during the week. The kids are zombies during watching and monsters after I turn it off! Only hockey games allowed:giggle2: .

Good thing I will be away today or my pp will be damaged with these (http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994) lovelies. I actually wasn't in love with this colourway until I saw these! :drif:

Can I ask about needle size? I have 16" size 8s circular and was wondering if I need 5s or 6s for the 12" circluars to use for the legs of longies (eventually). I am a tight knitter.:blush:

I use the same size for the body as I did for the legs. So if you use a 16" sz 8 for the body, use a 12" sz 8 for the legs. :)

[momtomy4]

Hello I am still fighting these longies, lol.

[MollyJones]

:hugs: I need a schedule too. Way too much t.v. here. :( If you care to share...



thanks! I"ll have to look that up. I'm sure they will be a hit! It's a really cool looking stitch. :)


I can PM you the schedule I made up if you want it. :goodvibes: It's pretty basic but I sure hope it will help us out!!

[MollyJones]

:hugs: Tammy. :(

[MatildasMum]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg

[Julie K]

I need a schedule!

Actually our world is going to be turned upside down Friday...dd is starting a new preschool program and it starts at 7:45 am! We're never up before 8:30, let alone up and out the door by that early! yikes!

[adorabubbleknits]

Morning ladies! I just wanted to say hi quick this morning. Aidan ended up with pneumonia, so I'm on mommy duty today. He's finally got the sparkle back in his eyes, so he must be doing a little better.

I did get a chance to spin this up though:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

It's 100% bamboo, but I'm working on a wool version right now. Spinning is as addictive as knitting!

[Julie K]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg

my goodness that's cute! I was thinking of making Carolynn one of those, but I think I like it as a shirt!

[momtomy4]

:hugs: Tammy. :(

Thanks Molly, I have perfectionist issues...

[Julie K]

Morning ladies! I just wanted to say hi quick this morning. Aidan ended up with pneumonia, so I'm on mommy duty today. He's finally got the sparkle back in his eyes, so he must be doing a little better.

I did get a chance to spin this up though:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

It's 100% bamboo, but I'm working on a wool version right now. Spinning is as addictive as knitting!

that is gorgeous!! :drif:

[MatildasMum]

I need a schedule!

Actually our world is going to be turned upside down Friday...dd is starting a new preschool program and it starts at 7:45 am! We're never up before 8:30, let alone up and out the door by that early! yikes!

I can't IMAGINE!!! Till didn't wake up until 9:30 this morning (as per usual) and doesn't usually go to bed until 10ish. Luckily, we have a good three years before she has to adjust. :laugh: Good luck!!!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

Stunning!

[celestialdreamer]

quick question! How can I get stinky wool wash out of a pair of FSOT longies? They are gorgeous and fit him perfectly, but they literally smelled so strongly when I took them out of the package that I had to wash my hands and change my shirt from handling them :yuck: I've washed them 3 times with Dawn already and they still smell just not as much. Could I soak in vinegar water or something like that! Please help, I don't want to have to sell them :cry:

[adorabubbleknits]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

Is that like a broken rib? I like!

that is gorgeous!! :drif:

Thank you! I'm glad I made enough to keep some for myself. It's going in my table's center piece. I decorate with yarn :giggle:

[adorabubbleknits]

quick question! How can I get stinky wool wash out of a pair of FSOT longies? They are gorgeous and fit him perfectly, but they literally smelled so strongly when I took them out of the package that I had to wash my hands and change my shirt from handling them :yuck: I've washed them 3 times with Dawn already and they still smell just not as much. Could I soak in vinegar water or something like that! Please help, I don't want to have to sell them :cry:

Hmm, could you hang them outside to air out? I can't stand strong smells, so I feel for you!

[whippettrap]

Hello I am still fighting these longies, lol.
:hugs: I am out for the morning. I'll PM you when I return.

[devholan]

Teresa, that is looking amazing! I can help stalk the MM on Sunday if I'm home.

And Till is adorable as usual.

[celestialdreamer]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg


Aww, she is so cute! :giggle: I think it looks great as a shirt! Where did you get the pattern?

[MollyJones]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg

That looks great! Good job!!

Morning ladies! I just wanted to say hi quick this morning. Aidan ended up with pneumonia, so I'm on mommy duty today. He's finally got the sparkle back in his eyes, so he must be doing a little better.

I did get a chance to spin this up though:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

It's 100% bamboo, but I'm working on a wool version right now. Spinning is as addictive as knitting!



OMG. :drool: I WAAAAAANT!!

[whippettrap]

Can I ask about needle size? I have 16" size 8s circular and was wondering if I need 5s or 6s for the 12" circluars to use for the legs of longies (eventually). I am a tight knitter.:blush:

Oops, I meant to ask about the needles for the waistband, not the legs! So,
16" circular 8s for body, 12" circular 8s for legs and 16" circular 5s or 6s? for waistband?

[MatildasMum]

Aww, she is so cute! :giggle: I think it looks great as a shirt! Where did you get the pattern?

It's free!! http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/oriental-lily

[celestialdreamer]

Hmm, could you hang them outside to air out? I can't stand strong smells, so I feel for you!

I don't think that will do enough, they are really that strong :yuck: They are absolutely beautiful though so I really want to keep them :( I will try soaking in vinegar water and re-washing with Dawn and see what happens. If that doesn't do the trick I think I might have no choice but to resell :cry:

[momtomy4]

:hugs: Tammy. :(

Oops, I meant to ask about the needles for the waistband, not the legs! So,
16" circular 8s for body, 12" circular 8s for legs and 16" circular 5s or 6s? for waistband?

I use 5's 12 circ for the waist...

[celestialdreamer]

It's free!! http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/oriental-lily

Thanks!!! I will check it out and see if I could make it work for Anna. I am really wanting to knit her a spring sweater, I just can't decide what pattern and yarn

[MatildasMum]

Thanks!!! I will check it out and see if I could make it work for Anna. I am really wanting to knit her a spring sweater, I just can't decide what pattern and yarn

It's super easy and a fairly quick knit so ....

It took less than 2 skeins of DK from knitpicks - so it was inexpensive, too!

[amyruth]

I can PM you the schedule I made up if you want it. :goodvibes: It's pretty basic but I sure hope it will help us out!!

definitely!! thanks! :)

[alef]

Hi Everyone :wave: I am back!

My girls had "mid-winter" vacation from last Friday through yesterday so last minute we decided to go down to visit the in-laws for the weekend. On Saturday night DH and I (and ds... still BFing so he's attached to me :giggle:) escaped to Williamsburg Virginia for two days :) My girls stayed with my ILs. They had so much fun with their grandparents... I think they would have stayed there :)
We spent Sunday and Monday at Colonial Williambsburg. Guess how much time I spent watching the spinning and weaving :giggle2: I spent a long time speaking to the woman who does the weaving about dyeing wool the "old school" way. I think I prefer my powdered acid dyes to ground up beetles :giggle: I also took a spinning class Monday Evening (using a drop spindle) I really have to practice. My first "yarn" (if you can call it that) ranges from super bulky thickness to sock yarn.. it is all over the place :blush:

Monday night we drove back to the ILs and yesterday evening we came home. I have so much laundry to do, and unpacking... :hide:

[Shaineinok]

I got a huge Laines order today and thought I'd share in case anyone is expecting these colorways from the coop or is otherwise interested. Here's how ours look...


Mock Turtle:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109004.jpg

Jordi:
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002-1.jpg

Beach Baby looks funky on the closeup pictures but here's the whole haul from today and the color is true on it. Bottom right.
http://i519.photobucket.com/albums/u359/gemqemcaboose/021109002.jpg

Pair of soft stars and a pound of MHR too!
Yummy yarn!!

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg
Now thats different. But i really like it!

:blush: :mrgreen:

(the back doesn't look funny irl LOL)
http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x12/kmwell/WIP4.jpg
I think it looks great!

So here are some WIP pics of Ravensong:
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0215.jpg
http://i131.photobucket.com/albums/p286/devholan/Diapers/IMG_0216.jpg
sorry, no good light here today. In fact, Heather and I will be wandering around downtown hoping it doesn't rain on us.
Oh pretty!

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg
Its a super cute shirt!

Morning ladies! I just wanted to say hi quick this morning. Aidan ended up with pneumonia, so I'm on mommy duty today. He's finally got the sparkle back in his eyes, so he must be doing a little better.

I did get a chance to spin this up though:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

It's 100% bamboo, but I'm working on a wool version right now. Spinning is as addictive as knitting!
((hugs)) to your little man.
That yarn :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif:

[Shaineinok]

Had a horrid day yesterday. My retina specialist is a jerk. :( He yelled and got in my face just because i asked some questions. So today I am hoping to find someone else. I was in his office for about four hours yesterday though so I got a bit done on my dd skirty.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e75/Shaineinok/February2009010.jpg
And I got some yarn mail. Which was the best part of my day.
http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e75/Shaineinok/February2009012.jpg

[makoa's mommy]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg
This made me laugh out loud! Love her do!

quick question! How can I get stinky wool wash out of a pair of FSOT longies? They are gorgeous and fit him perfectly, but they literally smelled so strongly when I took them out of the package that I had to wash my hands and change my shirt from handling them :yuck: I've washed them 3 times with Dawn already and they still smell just not as much. Could I soak in vinegar water or something like that! Please help, I don't want to have to sell them :cry:

I have become super sensitive to smells since I was pregnant and had to sell a pair of longies recently due to the wool wash that was used also:hugs:

[PKat]

I finally have a few minutes to myself -- poor Viv her ears must be killing her even fully dosed on Motrin (the tylenol isn't cutting it anymore) she spent the whole morning crying (and I mean wailing). We have an apt in a few hours and she seems to have settled now that we've dropped Lil off at school and she is down for a nap. Her cough sounds terrible as well so I hope we got her in soon enough.

Off to snap some pictures and then I will post those :)

[Julie K]

Had a horrid day yesterday. My retina specialist is a jerk. :( He yelled and got in my face just because i asked some questions. So today I am hoping to find someone else. I was in his office for about four hours yesterday though so I got a bit done on my dd skirty.


What?! How can a dr possibly get that upset - that's ridiculous! I'm glad you're looking for someone else!

[kmwell]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg

I am in LOVE with her :wub: OMGosh so cute. The shirt/dress is darling as a shirt!!!:goodvibes:

[Julie K]

Anything stocking today? Anyone need stalking help?

[c1sarena]

:wave:

Here is the 3-6 month Oriental Lily Dress as a shirt on my 2 year old. :laugh: Yes - I realize the tension is all over the place. Ah well.

http://i214.photobucket.com/albums/cc220/DSForSale/knittingprojects001-7.jpg

Cute shirt, awesome hair!! What a sweetie pie:thumbsup:

[Lyttlewon]

Good morning everyone. I'm trying to wake up over coffee so I can add my second row of short rows into the Ravensong shorties.

I am so excited to see them. I cast mine on too but I only have like 4 rows done.

Ok, so here is my question.
I'm planning on knitting a sweater for my lo. Size 2t, (I'm thinking if I start now it'll be done by next winter . . .) How much yarn will I need, and can I use superwash merino? From what I understand that isn't a good yarn for longies, but since this is a sweater will it work?

Superwash will work but sometimes Superwash still shrinks and felts when you wash it so wash a swatch before you throw it in the machine.

OK- I will try again LOL...

:wave:

Morning mamas.

OK- I am stuck and I need some help pretty please. So I completed my waist band, did my increases, started into the colorway and am ready to start short rows (which have me totally baffled). I have a couple of questions.... Thus far I have not used stitch markers and I guess I need some huh? I do know my exact starting point, so, where and how do I place the stitch marker and what common household item can I use if I own no stitch markers? I am confused where to "begin" with short rows. :gah: HELP!

Common house hold items: rings, washers, earrings, safety pins, yarn, rubber bands.

I'm right there with you, Kristi! Waiting for my coffee to kick in. What yarn are you knitting with?

And speaking of yarn, I need ideas please. I promised myself this yarn: http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=7772421 when I learned to knit. It's about time I purchase it. But it's only 70 yds of bulky. So do I want a scarflette (I actually don't have a scarf right now) or should I use it as trim for a different project for me? And if so, what project -- any suggestions?

Oh I have 2 skeins of Ume. I don't know what to do with it either :giggle:

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

I love that Teresa! Does it stretch more than a stockinette stitch?

[Lyttlewon]

Here is my Lochness all finished up:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3271651537_45a401e38e.jpg

[lateybugprincess]

Anything stocking today? Anyone need stalking help?

I am after this....http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994

If you really want to help!:mrgreen:

[lateybugprincess]

Here is my Lochness all finished up:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3271651537_45a401e38e.jpg

Nice Aimee, who gets those beauties? Are they a YYMN?

[~Peach~]

Hi ladies! I just cast on purewool calisto for a pair of shorties for dd as Im getting antsy waiting for my friends yarn to arrive. I finished the waistband last nite and should be done with them tomorrow because tonite we have ballet.
I have some questions for ya'll too :D
What are your favorite colors as far as for your own personal use on your children? Mine are (obviously) turquoise, brown, certain shades of green, and pinks.

[Lyttlewon]

Nice Aimee, who gets those beauties? Are they a YYMN?

Thank you! Yes they were for the Shorties for Yarn Swap on Hyena Cart. I got some gorgeous Turning Leaves on BFL as payment:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3218629364_9aa47fc0d4.jpg

[lateybugprincess]

Thank you! Yes they were for the Shorties for Yarn Swap on Hyena Cart. I got some gorgeous Turning Leaves on BFL as payment:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3218629364_9aa47fc0d4.jpg

That is nice. Fun. :giggle2:

[Julie K]

Hi ladies! I just cast on purewool calisto for a pair of shorties for dd as Im getting antsy waiting for my friends yarn to arrive. I finished the waistband last nite and should be done with them tomorrow because tonite we have ballet.
I have some questions for ya'll too :D
What are your favorite colors as far as for your own personal use on your children? Mine are (obviously) turquoise, brown, certain shades of green, and pinks.

I love browns with other colors...brown and pink..brown with blue...brown with turquoise...you get the idea hehe

[Julie K]

oh, Rachael, I should be around to help with that!

[cadensmama]

I love that Teresa! Does it stretch more than a stockinette stitch?

i don't think it stretches anymore or any less then stockinette.

but i love the texture it gives and the patterning is cool because of the purls. i really :wub: it and am so on the fence. it hurts me to think about frogging. so its just staring at me right now. :cry:

[icanonlyimagine]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg

omg that is absolutly stunning!!!!!!!!!

[Lyttlewon]

i don't think it stretches anymore or any less then stockinette.

but i love the texture it gives and the patterning is cool because of the purls. i really :wub: it and am so on the fence. it hurts me to think about frogging. so its just staring at me right now. :cry:

Gosh don't frog it! It is beautiful.

[~Peach~]

I think it looks great T!

[celestialdreamer]

Here is my Lochness all finished up:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3271651537_45a401e38e.jpg

Gorgeous! :drool: Charlie's Lochness longies are finally finished as of this morning :lostit: They are drying right now, hopefully some pics in a little bit :yay: The color patterning on mine is almost identical and I have almost the exact same trim, it is like looking at a cropped version of exactly what I've been knitting :giggle:

So the stinky longies are soaking in a vinegar bath, I hope they smell better when they are done or I literally might :cry: I want to start knitting something today, but I have no idea what... I promised DH a hat, but that sounds really boring :giggle2:

[Lyttlewon]

Gorgeous! :drool: Charlie's Lochness longies are finally finished as of this morning :lostit: They are drying right now, hopefully some pics in a little bit :yay: The color patterning on mine is almost identical and I have almost the exact same trim, it is like looking at a cropped version of exactly what I've been knitting :giggle:

So the stinky longies are soaking in a vinegar bath, I hope they smell better when they are done or I literally might :cry: I want to start knitting something today, but I have no idea what... I promised DH a hat, but that sounds really boring :giggle2:

Oh I can't wait to see! I had a stinky pair like that. I stripped with Dawn and the water came out so BROWN. It was gross. They still smell but not smack you in the face stench that happened when I first got them.

[celestialdreamer]

Thank you! Yes they were for the Shorties for Yarn Swap on Hyena Cart. I got some gorgeous Turning Leaves on BFL as payment:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3310/3218629364_9aa47fc0d4.jpg

Oooh! :drool: I haven't seen a good pic of that colorway before! The scrappies I have on the way have are going to have some of that colorway in it but I wasn't sure exactly what it looked like. That is GORGEOUS! :mrgreen:

[gracecody]

Good morning! :wave: Hopefully I can participate more today, although my baby girl is still suffering from her teething. :( I was so frustrated because I had 10 rows to go on her longies last night and was sure I was going to finish them off after she went to bed...and she woke every hour, then every 10 minutes so I just had to put it down and go to bed with her. She thrashed around a ton but finally settled then. This morning she wants to be held and won't go down for a nap. I have TWO ROWS left. I need to just get over it and be i nthe moment with her but I get very obsessive when I am so close to the finish line! :giggle:

Oh and I'm PO'd because my sbish tote finally came the other day and it was insured...so the mail lady didn't even BOTHER to ring our doorbell (we were all home so I am positive we didn't miss her) and now it's been sitting at the PO for 2 days b/c the local PO is out in the boonies and we haven't been able to get there. Maybe today is dd will cooperate and I have a car. Okay, there's my stupid rant.

What are your favorite colors as far as for your own personal use on your children? Mine are (obviously) turquoise, brown, certain shades of green, and pinks.

I love turquoise too and I'm a sucker for light green (NOT lime though) with light purple. Like Molly's linen stitch longies.

[erinbeth]

OK- I will try again LOL...

:wave:

Morning mamas.

OK- I am stuck and I need some help pretty please. So I completed my waist band, did my increases, started into the colorway and am ready to start short rows (which have me totally baffled). I have a couple of questions.... Thus far I have not used stitch markers and I guess I need some huh? I do know my exact starting point, so, where and how do I place the stitch marker and what common household item can I use if I own no stitch markers? I am confused where to "begin" with short rows. :gah: HELP!


OMgosh I can answer a question...I am always the one reading the questions thinking 'I was wondering the same thing':roflmbo:

I use hair ties that belont to my girls...they are the best. I ordered some 'real' markers and still use the hair ties. They hold their shape, but are still flexable!


*Singing* rollin'...rollin'...

[Mommyk8]

Well if I ever see another MM coop I need Ravensong and Turning leaves. Gorgeous.

Love all the pictures of WIP.

[celestialdreamer]

Oh I can't wait to see! I had a stinky pair like that. I stripped with Dawn and the water came out so BROWN. It was gross. They still smell but not smack you in the face stench that happened when I first got them.

Oh they are actually really clean, that is not the problem. They just smell like someone soaked them in straight perfume :yuck: Even after washing 3 times with Dawn the longies next to them in the drawer smell like that wool wash now. I literally felt like I might be sick from the perfume-y scent when I opened the package when they came in the mail.

[~Peach~]

Before I broke down and bought some I used my girls itty bitty hoops for markers.

[cadensmama]

Kristi...you can also use paper clips or safety pins :thumbsup:

[~Peach~]

And Ive used crochet markers too :giggle:

[Teeniebean]

I too love browns. I found I don't really like bright colourways that much - the closest we have are our Bella capris and our striped longies. I love blues/greens, but I think purple is nice, too (and not used enough!).

[~Peach~]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=44003&vid=200001

[TieNappyQueen]

Well if I ever see another MM coop I need Ravensong and Turning leaves. Gorgeous.

Love all the pictures of WIP.

woodland tale is all i can say!

So got three rows in last night, going to have to frog it and start over, NOT pretty!:giggle:

[PKat]

Okay pictures as promised and then off to get ready for the dr.

My campbell shore on cestari that came the other day
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3488/3272613042_a6eab5a03b.jpg

And the progress on the Blooming longies -- hopefully Viv will be feeling better soon and I can knock these out.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3442/3272609952_154eaedb86.jpg

[~Peach~]

I too love browns. I found I don't really like bright colourways that much - the closest we have are our Bella capris and our striped longies. I love blues/greens, but I think purple is nice, too (and not used enough!).
Im the same way which is why I dont own a lot of girly colorways. I have seen very few that arent like WHOA bright. I do have a growing fondness right now for bella and rainbow puff tho now at least for shorties.

[TieNappyQueen]

ohhhh! tht is pretty!
I want to learn to knit to save money on longies, now yarn is going to kill me!

[MollyJones]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=44003&vid=200001

:cry:

[~Peach~]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=97777&vid=200001

[~Peach~]

ohhhh! tht is pretty!
I want to learn to knit to save money on longies, now yarn is going to kill me!
Possibly but I choose to rationalize. I would spend about 60 on one pair of longies (including yymn and cheap yarn like PW) so I figure I can spend that much on enough yarn to make two pairs.

[celestialdreamer]

:cry:

Oh no! If I had no you wanted that Molly, I would have grabbed it for you a minute ago when BIN was still there :(

I've discovered I'm at a strange new place...I have nothing that I want to buy in the way of diapers and wool/yarn. I'm happy with what we have, I don't want to change it up again. Prefolds are awesome, we finally have an easy streamlined stash and diapers for all of our needs. I have enough yarn to keep me knitting for years and there really isn't any colorways I am ISO.

I guess I'll have more time to knit and maybe work on some spring cleaning around here since I don't have anything I "need". Actually there really isn't anything I even "want". I guess this must be "stash nirvana" :headscratch: :giggle2:

[~Peach~]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=59746&vid=178
I want!

[MatildasMum]

Hi Everyone :wave: I am back!

Welcome back!! I just LOVE Williamsburg!

Here is my Lochness all finished up:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3322/3271651537_45a401e38e.jpg

Lochness is beautiful.


And the progress on the Blooming longies -- hopefully Viv will be feeling better soon and I can knock these out.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3442/3272609952_154eaedb86.jpg

So pretty and girly!

[MollyJones]

Oh no! If I had no you wanted that Molly, I would have grabbed it for you a minute ago when BIN was still there :(

I've discovered I'm at a strange new place...I have nothing that I want to buy in the way of diapers and wool/yarn. I'm happy with what we have, I don't want to change it up again. Prefolds are awesome, we finally have an easy streamlined stash and diapers for all of our needs. I have enough yarn to keep me knitting for years and there really isn't any colorways I am ISO.

I guess I'll have more time to knit and maybe work on some spring cleaning around here since I don't have anything I "need". Actually there really isn't anything I even "want". I guess this must be "stash nirvana" :headscratch: :giggle2:

Don't worry, sweetie! I had the BIN... just no PP. :giggle:

[Shaineinok]

Colors I like are
browns with pinks, pink/green/brown/ red/brown

[kmwell]

OK- stuck on short rows :blush:
so I K16, yo, P16 back to starting, yo, K back to yo and K2 to close the gap.....now what? :headscratch: :blush:

[~Peach~]

Are you doing your short rows in increments or grouping them together?

[mommyddeville]

Good morning, mamas. I looked quickly through the posts. . . .lots of pretty wool today.

SO here's the deal. No one post any pretty yarn for sale for about a week, ok? I have no paypal, and don't want to miss everything. Thanks.

[mrstkeller]

OK- stuck on short rows :blush:
so I K16, yo, P16 back to starting, yo, K back to yo and K2 to close the gap.....now what? :headscratch: :blush:

I'm guessing knit all the way around till you see the other yo. and then K2 to close that gap. Then you're done with that short row.

(your sr method is a little different than mine. . so that's why I'm 'guessing')

[MatildasMum]

Good morning, mamas. I looked quickly through the posts. . . .lots of pretty wool today.

SO here's the deal. No one post any pretty yarn for sale for about a week, ok? I have no paypal, and don't want to miss everything. Thanks.

:laugh: Deal.

[kmwell]

I'm guessing knit all the way around till you see the other yo. and then K2 to close that gap. Then you're done with that short row.

(your sr method is a little different than mine. . so that's why I'm 'guessing')

OK- so thats what I sorta thought. And then just knit a few inches and do it again? How many times?

[momtomy4]

My fave color combo right now is pink/chocolate..

[kmwell]

Are you doing your short rows in increments or grouping them together?

IDK:giggle2: Whatever somebody tells me to do. I am reading two different things and 1 is showing them grouped....the sheepy pants pattern is confusing me:headscratch: I can't tell what it wants me to do:headscratch:

[mrstkeller]

OK- so thats what I sorta thought. And then just knit a few inches and do it again? How many times?

It's totally subjective. . there are TONS of ways to place short rows. . but I'd tell you to knit about an inch (or whatever your pattern says) and insert another one. . this time further in from your marker than the first.

[momtomy4]

Look at my wool shoes with BV inners that are coming to live with Sabella. We are lucky enough to test for Kyna.. :)

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w140/newphillymomma/wool%20shoes/DSC_0066.jpg

[mommyddeville]

Look at my wool shoes with BV inners that are coming to live with Sabella. We are lucky enough to test for Kyna.. :)

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w140/newphillymomma/wool%20shoes/DSC_0066.jpg

We're testing for Kyna, too. I can't wait to see what ours will look like!

[momtomy4]

Ooh you got lucky too Denice, these are our first wool shoes...

[kmwell]

It's totally subjective. . there are TONS of ways to place short rows. . but I'd tell you to knit about an inch (or whatever your pattern says) and insert another one. . this time further in from your marker than the first.

OK- by further "in" do you mean....do like 14 stitches instead of 16? and start and end one stitch sooner/later? Sorry to be such a moron...

[mommyddeville]

We don't have wool shoes either. And I forgot to say that those shoes are really cute.

[mrstkeller]

OK- by further "in" do you mean....do like 14 stitches instead of 16? and start and end one stitch sooner/later? Sorry to be such a moron...

No worries. . we all started somewhere . . Lisa probably wanted to block my phone number when I was learning short rows. .:giggle:

So you have markers on each hip. . right? If the first short row started 2 sts before the marker, than this next will be 4 sts before the marker. (this is concrete though. . like I said, MANY ways to do this). So I think 14 sounds good, but I'm not quite sure about the pattern your using. Does that make sense?

ETA: cute shoes!

[c1sarena]

As usual, everything is looking so good today! I am itching for some nice wool but for now, so here is my current WIP, a cotton V neck vest for my grandson for the spring! I am calling it Basic geometry. I basically am going with whatever calls to me. Back will be solid navy. Armholes and neckline I plan to do rib in whatever color strikes my fancy, perhaps even stripe 'em.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3299/3271868605_9abbb51068.jpg

[~Peach~]

Ok so Im going to make a pattern purchase soon (i mean it this time:roflmbo:). However I need to know what patterns would be best suited to my personal preferences? I want a slimmer leg w/o a huge gusset, gathered short rows, and im not picky on cuff choices. So basically similar to the current pattern with an actual gusset knit into the rise and different short rows.

[mommyddeville]

As usual, everything is looking so good today! I am itching for some nice wool but for now, so here is my current WIP, a cotton V neck vest for my grandson for the spring! I am calling it Basic geometry. I basically am going with whatever calls to me. Back will be solid navy. Armholes and neckline I plan to do rib in whatever color strikes my fancy, perhaps even stripe 'em.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3299/3271868605_9abbb51068.jpg

Sarena, you have such lucky grandkids to receive all of your beautiful knitting!

[~Peach~]

I want some wool shoes for S but the sensible side of me says she doesnt need em and I should get her something similar to pedipeds. She cannot walk in "regular" shoes without tripping plus shes been walking for a year now so I think she could use some more stability in the soles of her shoes.

[momtomy4]

We don't have wool shoes either. And I forgot to say that those shoes are really cute.

Thanks, I can't take any credit though, I let her pick it all out for me.. :) She did an awesome job, we love purple!!

[adorabubbleknits]

Ok so Im going to make a pattern purchase soon (i mean it this time:roflmbo). However I need to know what patterns would be best suited to my personal preferences? I want a slimmer leg w/o a huge gusset, gathered short rows, and im not picky on cuff choices. So basically similar to the current pattern with an actual gusset knit into the rise and different short rows.

So, everything that's not my pattern :roflmbo:

Good luck on your search!

[kmwell]

No worries. . we all started somewhere . . Lisa probably wanted to block my phone number when I was learning short rows. .:giggle:

So you have markers on each hip. . right? If the first short row started 2 sts before the marker, than this next will be 4 sts before the marker. (this is concrete though. . like I said, MANY ways to do this). So I think 14 sounds good, but I'm not quite sure about the pattern your using. Does that make sense?

ETA: cute shoes!

It does make sense. But...no about the markers on the hip:blush: um, was I supposed to? I could figure it out....lots of counting LOL...but I could. I started short rows where my last row ended (make sense?) was that wrong?

[kmwell]

T- maybe you better IM me when you have time :giggle:

[mommyddeville]

Thanks, I can't take any credit though, I let her pick it all out for me.. :) She did an awesome job, we love purple!!

She chose our colors, too, and they're so pretty. I'll show everyone once I have a picture. :)

[mrstkeller]

T- maybe you better IM me when you have time :giggle:

Just give me a call. . .I'm PM you my #.

:goodvibes:

[kmwell]

Just give me a call. . .I'm PM you my #.

:goodvibes:

:hugs: you're the bestest.

[PKat]

Ok so Im going to make a pattern purchase soon (i mean it this time:roflmbo:). However I need to know what patterns would be best suited to my personal preferences? I want a slimmer leg w/o a huge gusset, gathered short rows, and im not picky on cuff choices. So basically similar to the current pattern with an actual gusset knit into the rise and different short rows.

Hmmm I think you should maybe try the Picky Pants pattern by Little Turtle Knits. It has gathered short rows (I actually like the short row placement), some cool options for adding increases, and the gusset was easy to work and not terribly wide, the legs aren't what I would call wide but they aren't really slim either -- although that is something you can easily fiddle with if you want.

What pattern are you using now I don't remember.

[c1sarena]

Sarena, you have such lucky grandkids to receive all of your beautiful knitting!

Thanks! I am now planning coordinating jackets for the 2 for fall, and another for the "unborn". I am thinking a kimono for the babe, a red riding hood (or this (http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/cardigan-for-merry))for the toddler girl and the boy one someone posted the other day for the toddler boy (big brother)! Please remind me that sweater, someone!!

[MollyJones]

OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!


The MM Mayalan Orchard is here and it is EXACTLY what I wanted it to bee!!

:bliss: :yay: :bliss: :yay:


It is SOOOOO STUNNING!!!! :thud:

:bliss:

[~Peach~]

Just the freebie aubreydoodle pants one. Its got spaced out short rows and no gusset. I like it but Id prefer to do the short rows in one fell swoop and I cannot seem to figure out how to do it without instructions. The legs are perfect on it as I prefer a more snug fit because its easier to cuff if the legs are a little long (I admit to not getting exact measurements on inseam for dd because she wont stay still long enough LOL).

[c1sarena]

You guys like this?
http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/angle

[~Peach~]

Oh I forgot to share something awesome with you guys! We delay vax and only do one at a time. I went in yest for Saedra'S prevnar and the nurse said she was due for the HIB shot and asked me if I wanted to do that as well. So I was prepared to launch into this whole speech about why i want to do them one at a time and she said oh its not big deal. I was shocked! She said her only job is to make sure Im informed about what vaxes she is missing and if I chose not to get it all she wouldn't have said boo about it LOL.

[kmwell]

OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!


The MM Mayalan Orchard is here and it is EXACTLY what I wanted it to bee!!

:bliss: :yay: :bliss: :yay:


It is SOOOOO STUNNING!!!! :thud:

:bliss:

Pics!

[~LiLaC~]

OMG OMG OMG OMG!!!!!


The MM Mayalan Orchard is here and it is EXACTLY what I wanted it to bee!!

:bliss: :yay: :bliss: :yay:


It is SOOOOO STUNNING!!!! :thud:

:bliss:

pics??

[~LiLaC~]

Oh I forgot to share something awesome with you guys! We delay vax and only do one at a time. I went in yest for Saedra'S prevnar and the nurse said she was due for the HIB shot and asked me if I wanted to do that as well. So I was prepared to launch into this whole speech about why i want to do them one at a time and she said oh its not big deal. I was shocked! She said her only job is to make sure Im informed about what vaxes she is missing and if I chose not to get it all she wouldn't have said boo about it LOL.

We are lucky because our ped is really relaxed about vax's also. We were at our appointment yesterday and they said that they are out of HIB right now and since supply is low they might not have it back for a year.

[gracecody]

Sarena -- I love that toddler sweater you linked to in Ravelry. I've been looking for a good one for my ds for next fall and think that is going to be it! :thumbsup:

Molly -- glad the yarn is so awesome and I'm really sorry I tried to talk you out of it! :hide: can't wait to see what beautiful thing it becomes.

Jen (you are Jen right, Peach? LOL) our ped is pretty good that way too. I suspect many peds are having to become a bit more open minded as more parents opt out of vaxing due to the autism questions.

I bundled the kids in the car and drove to the post office, which is in the boonies, and it was CLOSED FOR LUNCH and I couldn't wait, or go back later, because dh needs the car for the rest of the day. I am about to lose it over this stupid sbish package.

And dd is finally asleep so I am off to finish her pants!! Can't wait to try them on her when she wakes and see if they fit her even remotely. LOL.

[Julie K]

I am after this....http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=65171&vid=994

If you really want to help!:mrgreen:

got it for ya Rachael

[kmwell]

got it for ya Rachael

Julie!!! you are the stalk queen!

[gracecody]

got it for ya Rachael

Those are gorgeous!

[Julie K]

Julie!!! you are the stalk queen!

Must be the new RAM DH put on the computer :giggle2: I'm ok as long as I don't have a baby on my lap!

[gracecody]

Must be the new RAM DH put on the computer :giggle2: I'm ok as long as I don't have a baby on my lap!

I got my PB&E fitteds today and they are soooo thick and squishy! Thank you!!

[Shabbychic]

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

[gracecody]

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

Happy birthday, and what a great present to yourself to have finished those beauties. good job. I'm off to finish my first pair!

[mommyddeville]

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MEG!!!

[Julie K]

I got my PB&E fitteds today and they are soooo thick and squishy! Thank you!!

you are most welcome!

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

beautiful! Happy Birthday!

[momtomy4]

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

Happy Birthday! Great Job!! I love that colorway :)

[MollyJones]

Pics!

pics??

Elle is about to go down for her nap... then I'll snap some. :) But it's a crappy dreary rainy day so they might not do it justice. ;)

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

Great job! Happy birthday!

[aidan_madisons_mom]

OK- yes. Both of those (scrap yarn and rubberbands) So- I know this is stupid :blush: but what do I do? just thread it onto the needle? Before or the first stitch in the row? And I need to be able to remove it later right? Anyone have a pic? I know this is the most simple thing ever LOL :blush:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3373/3268898346_1db2bdd07d.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3268073449_553b2984e2.jpg

[Shaineinok]

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg
:drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif: :drif:

And Happy Birthday!

[MollyJones]

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8946.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8947.jpg

:wub:

[Julie K]

beautiful Molly!

[MollyJones]

I am SO happy I bought it. It's going to be PERFECT with our Pink Chickees collection we have coming. :thud:

[cadensmama]

that is gorgeous molly!!!

on a side note....
MONICA....CLEAR YOUR INBOX WOMAN.

[shandi]

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8946.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8947.jpg

:wub:

Hi all :wave:

I'm just getting on today finally, it's been a busy morning!

So Molly are you happy you got it then? It looks just like mine, phew, I was worried if it didn't you would hate me forever :lostit:

[Teeniebean]

Look at my wool shoes with BV inners that are coming to live with Sabella. We are lucky enough to test for Kyna.. :)

http://i175.photobucket.com/albums/w140/newphillymomma/wool%20shoes/DSC_0066.jpg

You are so lucky! Those would be perfect for DD at daycare...Kyna, if you need any more testers, please LMK.

As usual, everything is looking so good today! I am itching for some nice wool but for now, so here is my current WIP, a cotton V neck vest for my grandson for the spring! I am calling it Basic geometry. I basically am going with whatever calls to me. Back will be solid navy. Armholes and neckline I plan to do rib in whatever color strikes my fancy, perhaps even stripe 'em.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3299/3271868605_9abbb51068.jpg
Those are really neat!

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg
Happy birthday, Meg! Those longies are lovely.

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8946.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8947.jpg

:wub:
So pretty! Congrats on scoring it!

[MollyJones]

Hi all :wave:

I'm just getting on today finally, it's been a busy morning!

So Molly are you happy you got it then? It looks just like mine, phew, I was worried if it didn't you would hate me forever :lostit:

lol I am soooooo happy!!!! :hugs:

[kristineholland]

lol I am soooooo happy!!!! :hugs:


ya have releived alot of stress for me about that yarn!!!! thanks for posting the pics...now just another week or so for mine to show up...i still don't have the guineveire (sp) that was shipped awhile back i think

[adorabubbleknits]

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8946.jpg

http://i18.photobucket.com/albums/b104/MollilyPan/IMG_8947.jpg

:wub:

So pretty! I can't wait to see that knit up.

[shandi]

ya have releived alot of stress for me about that yarn!!!! thanks for posting the pics...now just another week or so for mine to show up...i still don't have the guineveire (sp) that was shipped awhile back i think

Ah the wonders of shipping to Canada and things taking forever, phooey :(

[mommyddeville]

I love online bill pay! I just paid my energy bill in about 30 seconds. Somehow, it's less painful to pay $200 for a month of heat in a condo when I don't have to write the actual check.

[kristineholland]

Ah the wonders of shipping to Canada and things taking forever, phooey :(


lol i know, it's AWFUL..this is what i'm waiting on
3 skeins of guenivere
2 skeins malayan orchid
bright sushi & allspunup
bella bean's cargo pants(sooo excited)
wwbn pumkin patch
my knitpick circs
am my ENI wash...
ohh and a custom handspun from Earth yarns, that's going to a mama to become a skirty...
and 2 pairs of longies from Karah, and some random NB stuff for friends...


SEE why i am anxious!!

[chicky]

I don't think that will do enough, they are really that strong :yuck: They are absolutely beautiful though so I really want to keep them :( I will try soaking in vinegar water and re-washing with Dawn and see what happens. If that doesn't do the trick I think I might have no choice but to resell :cry:

try this sweetie

get a 1# box of baking soda about a buck at the grocery store, poor it in a gallon zip lock bag or a small trash bag put the wool in seal it up air tight and let them sit for 4-6 days
take them out wash and hang outside in the shade to dry for 2 days

that should take care of it

[mommyddeville]

I'm knitting longies with Father's Grey Peace Fleece right now, so the progress doesn't really show in a picture. But it's sure turning out pretty.

[MollyJones]

lol i know, it's AWFUL..this is what i'm waiting on
3 skeins of guenivere
2 skeins malayan orchid
bright sushi & allspunup
bella bean's cargo pants(sooo excited)
wwbn pumkin patch
my knitpick circs
am my ENI wash...
ohh and a custom handspun from Earth yarns, that's going to a mama to become a skirty...
and 2 pairs of longies from Karah, and some random NB stuff for friends...


SEE why i am anxious!!


YES! That is some yumminess right there!!! :giggle2:

[mommyddeville]

I must have missed where the supremely stinky longies came from. Were they a custom, or from Spot's, or what?

I've gotten a pair from Spot's that still have a strong perfumey smell, a year later.

[aidan_madisons_mom]

WIP:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3447/3272253898_d59fb6a3f8.jpg

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3457/3271433395_9494a7efc7.jpg love that!

Morning ladies! I just wanted to say hi quick this morning. Aidan ended up with pneumonia, so I'm on mommy duty today. He's finally got the sparkle back in his eyes, so he must be doing a little better.

I did get a chance to spin this up though:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3306/3266797286_7cc374a879.jpg

It's 100% bamboo, but I'm working on a wool version right now. Spinning is as addictive as knitting! love it

Hi ladies! I just cast on purewool calisto for a pair of shorties for dd as Im getting antsy waiting for my friends yarn to arrive. I finished the waistband last nite and should be done with them tomorrow because tonite we have ballet.
I have some questions for ya'll too :D
What are your favorite colors as far as for your own personal use on your children? Mine are (obviously) turquoise, brown, certain shades of green, and pinks. I noticed last night doing laundry Matthew has a lot of reds blues and so does Aidan and oranges. Madison well she loves pinks purples and white. I myself love browns blues and reds.

Just the freebie aubreydoodle pants one. Its got spaced out short rows and no gusset. I like it but Id prefer to do the short rows in one fell swoop and I cannot seem to figure out how to do it without instructions. The legs are perfect on it as I prefer a more snug fit because its easier to cuff if the legs are a little long (I admit to not getting exact measurements on inseam for dd because she wont stay still long enough LOL). Japanese short rows. Basically any short rows you can do in one swoop.

[kristineholland]

YES! That is some yumminess right there!!! :giggle2:

haha it will be once i have it in my hot little hands!!! ohh and i have some custom spots comming up in the next few weeks i'm SUPER excited about :mrgreen:


and if my knitting fails i will be shipping to thos more inclined, lol

[aidan_madisons_mom]

I'm here this afternooon. Had to get Dh from the airport and he and Aidan are napping as well as Matthew. So I finished the leg on the swap longies and now trying to do the face and finish the 2 ruffles and wash and block and hope to get them in the mail on fri/Sat. :wub: Pics to come.

I started some scrappy's that I hope to get up this weekend too.. NB size.. I'm flying through them. Waiting on some yarn for a custom actually 2 customs and then who knows what.

I went through my wool stash and all the shorts I knitted last year still fit Matthew. :woot: All except his fox n owl ones.. those were knit small and the others were Med I did it on purpose :giggle:

[mommyddeville]

lol i know, it's AWFUL..this is what i'm waiting on
3 skeins of guenivere
2 skeins malayan orchid
bright sushi & allspunup
bella bean's cargo pants(sooo excited)
wwbn pumkin patch
my knitpick circs
am my ENI wash...
ohh and a custom handspun from Earth yarns, that's going to a mama to become a skirty...
and 2 pairs of longies from Karah, and some random NB stuff for friends...


SEE why i am anxious!!


How exciting! I'd be stalking my mailman daily! And all that MM yarn. . . it's some of my favorite!

[mommyddeville]

I'm here this afternooon. Had to get Dh from the airport and he and Aidan are napping as well as Matthew. So I finished the leg on the swap longies and now trying to do the face and finish the 2 ruffles and wash and block and hope to get them in the mail on fri/Sat. :wub: Pics to come.

I started some scrappy's that I hope to get up this weekend too.. NB size.. I'm flying through them. Waiting on some yarn for a custom actually 2 customs and then who knows what.

I went through my wool stash and all the shorts I knitted last year still fit Matthew. :woot: All except his fox n owl ones.. those were knit small and the others were Med I did it on purpose :giggle:

It shocks me how fast NB woollies are, every time I make them.

[mommyddeville]

How big is Matthew? I have this horrible feeling he may be bigger than Abby.

[icanonlyimagine]

I finally have pics to post!!!
http://www.diaperswappers.com/forum/showthread.php?p=6285608#post6285608

[ladybenz]

Hi everyone!

Wow, so much beauty on this thread today!
Happy birthday Meg!

I finished the mermaid skirtie! woo-hoo! I am really, really happy with how it turned out, even if the ruffle took forever. It had a double-crochet bind-off, so at least the bind-off went quickly! :)

[cadensmama]

MM Selkie FS (http://hyenacart.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=105980)

[mommyddeville]

You are the most horrible (wonderful) enabler! I'm not sure if I'd love that yarn or not.

[cadensmama]

You are the most horrible (wonderful) enabler! I'm not sure if I'd love that yarn or not.


i know. i cant' tell if i would love it. i usually know but thought someone might :giggle2:

[~Peach~]

Man I am so peeved at my neighbor. We've had problems with this one guy for a few years now. He used to drive up and down the street at 2am with his little probe with one of those awful coffee can sized mufflers that are really loud. Then when I said something to him he graduated to trying to scare me by nearly hitting me. We've called the cops on him a few times for disturbing the peace and for almost hitting me and the girls but they did nothing. Last week he tried to hit dh and before that he got right up on my bumper and tried to ram me with my girls in the car! Now today Im pulling out of my driveway and I see him all the way on the corner of the first block of our street (im on the second block) He decided to race down the street and start honking like a maniac when I was halfway pulled out of my driveway. Im ready to go down to his house tonite and let all the air out of his tires. Im just sick of him and his childish crap and the police dont seem to care even though Ive told him this guy is a menace.

[ladybenz]

i know. i cant' tell if i would love it. i usually know but thought someone might :giggle2:

You're dangerous!!!!
:giggle:

[amyltc]

Hi Everyone. Today is my Birthday. I finished the Yarnoodles Joyful.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3319/3272781242_1230e512d2_o.jpg

Lovely and happy bday!

Angela, I got the skirty today and omg :thud: its beautiful! It fits so nicely too, if only it would warm up! I'll post pics later today :goodvibes:

[~Peach~]

Speaking of warm we are having one heck of a freak warm front here. Its like 60s outside today! Its highly unusual in MI to have warm weather this soon.

[shandi]

The Selkie looks purdy, not sure if I'd love it either...I'd love to see pics of the actual skeins!

Okay, technical question here gals...

I'm about to start the body on my Gaia II longies and I am going to have to alternate skeins since one is noticeably a bit brighter than the other.

So once I get to the legs...I was planning on ML'ing them. So if I alternate skeins does that mean I need to have 4 balls of yarn on the go?

That just sounds awfully complicated :eek: Maybe I should just knit the legs separately...? Help!

[mommyddeville]

The Selkie looks purdy, not sure if I'd love it either...I'd love to see pics of the actual skeins!

Okay, technical question here gals...

I'm about to start the body on my Gaia II longies and I am going to have to alternate skeins since one is noticeably a bit brighter than the other.

So once I get to the legs...I was planning on ML'ing them. So if I alternate skeins does that mean I need to have 4 balls of yarn on the go?

That just sounds awfully complicated :eek: Maybe I should just knit the legs separately...? Help!

It would mean 4 balls of yarn. I do both legs at once, but if I had to do 2 balls of yarn on each one, I'd do them separately. I'm sorry. That stinks!

[mommyddeville]

Ok. I went back and read, and the MM Selkie is on BFL. As much as I like MM yarn, I'm not so big on BFL. So I'll pass. Someone else buy it, so I can regret passing on it once it's knit up, ok? ;)

[PKat]

The Selkie looks purdy, not sure if I'd love it either...I'd love to see pics of the actual skeins!

Okay, technical question here gals...

I'm about to start the body on my Gaia II longies and I am going to have to alternate skeins since one is noticeably a bit brighter than the other.

So once I get to the legs...I was planning on ML'ing them. So if I alternate skeins does that mean I need to have 4 balls of yarn on the go?

That just sounds awfully complicated :eek: Maybe I should just knit the legs separately...? Help!

Here it is knit up on 3ply Merino. It was so pretty but it pooled like a you know what on the legs of this newborn pair -- I ripped these puppies out like 10 times trying to get the pooling to go away.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3036/3258638735_34ffcfc146_o.jpg

[~Peach~]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=61006&vid=200001
Someone please just buy it already :cry:

[~Peach~]

So I have a question regarding knit picks needles. Are the cables on them flexible like the addis?

[Julie K]

http://hyenacart.com/prod_details.php?id=61006&vid=200001
Someone please just buy it already :cry:

buy it! great price! I wish I could

[amyruth]

Man I am so peeved at my neighbor. We've had problems with this one guy for a few years now. He used to drive up and down the street at 2am with his little probe with one of those awful coffee can sized mufflers that are really loud. Then when I said something to him he graduated to trying to scare me by nearly hitting me. We've called the cops on him a few times for disturbing the peace and for almost hitting me and the girls but they did nothing. Last week he tried to hit dh and before that he got right up on my bumper and tried to ram me with my girls in the car! Now today Im pulling out of my driveway and I see him all the way on the corner of the first block of our street (im on the second block) He decided to race down the street and start honking like a maniac when I was halfway pulled out of my driveway. Im ready to go down to his house tonite and let all the air out of his tires. Im just sick of him and his childish crap and the police dont seem to care even though Ive told him this guy is a menace.

That would really concern me! Sounds to me like he is threatening/endangering your life as well as your family's. Can you file a police report for harassment, maybe get a restraining order? I know it's just a piece of paper but it might be enough to make him keep his distance.

Speaking of warm we are having one heck of a freak warm front here. Its like 60s outside today! Its highly unusual in MI to have warm weather this soon.

Us too! It was beautiful 60^ weather in NY today! I know it won't last but it was nice. ;)

Here it is knit up on 3ply Merino. It was so pretty but it pooled like a you know what on the legs of this newborn pair -- I ripped these puppies out like 10 times trying to get the pooling to go away.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3036/3258638735_34ffcfc146_o.jpg

Wow, beautiful! But I hate pooling, struggling with the same thing on my Elliot NB longies. They are in time out. :giggle2:

[~Peach~]

That would really concern me! Sounds to me like he is threatening/endangering your life as well as your family's. Can you file a police report for harassment, maybe get a restraining order? I know it's just a piece of paper but it might be enough to make him keep his distance.



Us too! It was beautiful 60^ weather in NY today! I know it won't last but it was nice. ;)



Wow, beautiful! But I hate pooling, struggling with the same thing on my Elliot NB longies. They are in time out. :giggle2:
I hadnt thought of that but this guy does it sporadically. I dont know if they'd be able to unless it was a constant thing.

[joanna19]

I have a prob. with my scarf. there is a gaping hole when i knit, but i have the right amount of stitches so what gives? can anyone tell by this pic what is wrong? when i go to purl, after that there is a bit of a hole.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc57/lotusbaby_2007/IMG_3522.jpg
oh and knittinghelp.com is shutting down on me when i view vids, so i can't watch them.

[~Peach~]

Doesnt look like a hole to me. Why not knit a few more stitches and see how it looks then?

[joanna19]

okay I did 4 more stitches, where i am pointing (my right finger) - that's where it looks 'holey' to me.

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc57/lotusbaby_2007/IMG_3524.jpg

[momtomy4]

Well, I stopped fighting the leg and well I will post a pic in a bit and you all can tell me what ya think...

[joanna19]

oops, didn't realize it was fuzzy - can u see anything there? I am wondering if i shold just keep going.

[foxygoober]

Yea, I don't see a hole just the space between knits . . .but I'm a novice

[~Peach~]

It looks to me and bear in mind Im not good at discerning mistakes :blush: but maybe you slipped that stitch on the last round?

[joanna19]

could be a space where it was too loose, but wanted to know for sure so i can either fix it or go forth with it.