I've had an idea to make a holder to organize my double point needles for a while now, and since I am bound and determined to make order where knitting chaos exists, I thought there's no time like the present. I didn't use a pattern for this, but I could probably come up with some written instructions if anyone wants. Enjoy!
Friday, April 13, 2012
Fine, I'll make something!
Sew! I'm sitting here all week staring at my cotton treasures deciding that I need to make something, but what? I did what any normal fabric-loving gal would do. I went to the fabric store to buy fabric to make something. Since I couldn't bear the thought of cutting into any of my perfect pieces, I was hoping to buy something I was a little less attached to.
I've had an idea to make a holder to organize my double point needles for a while now, and since I am bound and determined to make order where knitting chaos exists, I thought there's no time like the present. I didn't use a pattern for this, but I could probably come up with some written instructions if anyone wants. Enjoy!
I've had an idea to make a holder to organize my double point needles for a while now, and since I am bound and determined to make order where knitting chaos exists, I thought there's no time like the present. I didn't use a pattern for this, but I could probably come up with some written instructions if anyone wants. Enjoy!
Sunday, April 8, 2012
Fabrication!
It's a Sunday. What better way to spend the day than watching old movies and washing, ironing, and sorting fabric. This all started innocently enough. My mom and dad are retiring at the end of Spring. They have bought themselves a small RV and aptly named it "Our Little Girl." They asked me to sew some blankets for their beds and I am more than happy to oblige. Easier said than done right? Well, I have been needing to go through my fabric for a few years now, and I can't think of a better reason to get going. With the movie Footloose purring softly in the background, I get to work. After a full day of purging, washing, and folding I am left with 12 tidy stacks of inspiration.
The only problem now is that my piles are so darling that I don't want to cut into anything. I'll have to think more on this.
I couldn't leave my ribbon out! I saw a blog sewmanyways.blogspot.com where the author used galvanized spikes ($0.70) from Home Depot to help hold her ribbon. I found some spikes there that were slightly less initimidating for ($0.10) each and I'm considering this as a way to go. Still thinking...
After a very indulgent day of organization, I now need to figure out exactly how I am going to create a way to store all of my hard work. I am considering wire baskets in my closet or repurposing the cabinet in my laundry room. None of these options are standing out right now, so, I may have to trek down to the city to check out the local Pottery Barn and Crate and Barrel. Wish me luck!
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Let's meet the alpacas...
These photos were taken at the Rolling Hills Alpaca Farm in Central Point, Oregon. The proprietor, Jeanne Davidian, was gracious enough to show me around. It was a terrific stop! The alpacas were very friendly, and I scored some soft hand spun yarn. I highly recommend visiting them if you're in the area!
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