Thanks for all who played along; I decided to go with Victor, nicknamed V (big shout out to Jennifer and Lauren for the suggestions!) It never occured to me to use the Valley V in his name, but I think it fits perfectly. I'm going to get his new name inscribed on his collar this week!
As for the random drawing, Dani is the big winner! (Scientifically determined by putting all names into a jar and picking one with my eyes closed) Dani, email me at delia dot ann at gmail with your address so I can get your prize in the mail!
How I spent my weekend: No Pain No Gain
Background: About 4 months ago, my best friend Kaci and her husband decided they were going to move back to the midwest, where they are both originally from. One night soon thereafter, about 4 margaritas down, we decided that we would get matching tattoos 1) because I have always wanted one and this was the perfect reason and 2) nothing sounds more fun than getting a tattoo when you've been drinking. Well, what started as a prank turned into reality as both of us had a little too much pride to back down. Kaci called to say she had made us an appointment at Lovedog Tattoo in Santa Cruz, with Cheri Lovedog, screenwriter and rock-chick idol. Too late to back out now!
Yes, I knit through the entire process and yes, it kept me from passing out. According to Cheri, I was the first person she had seen knit while getting a tattoo. Awesome! Click photo for bigger view.
This is a labyrinth; the Hopi indian symbol for Mother Earth.
About 2 years ago, I would have NEVER seriously considered getting a tattoo. I am scared to freaking DEATH of needles (the REALLY sharp ones, not pretty bamboo ones ;) ) so no one actually thought I would go through with it. Ha!
Post-tattoo celebration with awesome food, wine, and tequila!
Knit ProgressProgress Shots of Aline and Karabella Cardi
~ The Karabella pattern sucks. I have already made so many mods to it, and have about a million more planned. First, tthe written pattern is very difficult to follow, with the ever-frustrating "reverse shaping" and no stitch or row counts. Second, I changed up the front panel because I didn't like the way the cables ended on the back. Third, I did the sleeve in st st instead of 1x1 rib, but added a cuff to the bottom. I finished the sleeve last night and will probably sew these pieces together to see if they work before starting the next sleeve and front panel. Stay tuned for updates if you plan on making this, and save yourself the heartache it is causing me!
5 comments:
Tattooo!!! I want to get another one. I like yours! Sorry to hear about the aline nightmare...won't you be so glad when it's done?
Congrats on the very cool tattoo!! I couldn't knit when I got mine, since it was on my upper arm - I had to sit very, very still...
nice tat! You definitely have more guts than me. I like what you both chose.
WOoooohooooo
I never win anything! Hubby syas it was the USMC luck *s* Sending the email now!
Love the Mother Earth tat. It's very simple yet very elegant!! What did Kaci get?
So sorry to hear the Karabella pattern is giving you so much grief. Give it the time out it deserves!!
and btw? THANK YOU!
Love the tattoo, so simple and a good spot for it. I'm dying to get more ink, but am struggling for places to put the pieces I want that won't interfere with what I already have. Plus work isn't all that crazy two of my very visible tattoos.
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