7.21.2005
7.20.2005
The Art of Shotgunning
Thank you all so much for the comments on Hot Lava and Clappy. As Tara pointed out and Christie has also realized, HL is just a BIT warm for San Jose these days so she has been neatly folded away for the next time I spend an evening in SF.
Clappy on the other hand has been fabulous; I love sashaying around work with her in a "Je suis belle et ça ne demande aucun effort" sort of way. Seriously. Going to the copy machine is so much more stylish these days. Plus, my co-workers now think I am some sort of knitting-goddess; although I am FAR from that, it's still a nice bit of praise.
I'm currently plugging away on 'Da Bears, my Cascade OSW, Vineyard Socks, and a pair of Straight-Laced Socks. I am pretty proud of my shrinking WIP list, it's really just Arabella and the Retro stripes that have been neglected.
Last night I picked up some supplies to make a shrug for Kaci's wedding in 3 weeks, so once again Delia is working under a deadline and we all know the disasterous results that can cause. I got some other fun things as well, but I'll let photos do the talking in a couple days.
So because this blog is chronologically-challenged and I like to keep you all guessing about when I really did go out and do things, here is a minor recap of the 4th of July in good old:
Fish Camp on the 4th is such a happy place; Eric shows his patriotism, Keith carries beer in a rolly-bag, and Blake flashes the 'V-Face'.
Everyone gets in the mood, and you can't help but DANCE!
Of course, it would be the 4th if there wasn't some ridiculous beer-drinking involved. Apparently, 'shotgunning' became the consumption method of choice amongst the menfolk in attendance.
Since you can't exactly see their faces, that's Eric (Mr. Blake), Keith 'the shotgun-champ, and the Sac.
Of course, incorrect form while 'shotgunning' can lead to some not so pretty results (don't worry, this doesn't involve a 2nd viewing of the beer).
Roll-over to view
[This nifty little photo trick was brought to you Nona]
That's it for now. I am officially gearing up for 'vacation mode', because in 2 days I will be arriving here for a week of knitting, lounging, wine-drinking, and general laziness.
Ciao!
Clappy on the other hand has been fabulous; I love sashaying around work with her in a "Je suis belle et ça ne demande aucun effort" sort of way. Seriously. Going to the copy machine is so much more stylish these days. Plus, my co-workers now think I am some sort of knitting-goddess; although I am FAR from that, it's still a nice bit of praise.
I'm currently plugging away on 'Da Bears, my Cascade OSW, Vineyard Socks, and a pair of Straight-Laced Socks. I am pretty proud of my shrinking WIP list, it's really just Arabella and the Retro stripes that have been neglected.
Last night I picked up some supplies to make a shrug for Kaci's wedding in 3 weeks, so once again Delia is working under a deadline and we all know the disasterous results that can cause. I got some other fun things as well, but I'll let photos do the talking in a couple days.
So because this blog is chronologically-challenged and I like to keep you all guessing about when I really did go out and do things, here is a minor recap of the 4th of July in good old:
Fish Camp on the 4th is such a happy place; Eric shows his patriotism, Keith carries beer in a rolly-bag, and Blake flashes the 'V-Face'.
Everyone gets in the mood, and you can't help but DANCE!
Of course, it would be the 4th if there wasn't some ridiculous beer-drinking involved. Apparently, 'shotgunning' became the consumption method of choice amongst the menfolk in attendance.
Since you can't exactly see their faces, that's Eric (Mr. Blake), Keith 'the shotgun-champ, and the Sac.
Of course, incorrect form while 'shotgunning' can lead to some not so pretty results (don't worry, this doesn't involve a 2nd viewing of the beer).
Roll-over to view
[This nifty little photo trick was brought to you Nona]
That's it for now. I am officially gearing up for 'vacation mode', because in 2 days I will be arriving here for a week of knitting, lounging, wine-drinking, and general laziness.
Ciao!
7.15.2005
Craftastic Friday Night
T-20 hours until Bachelorette time. I have spent a LOT of time in craft stores the past 2 days, wanna see the final results?
Of course, a STORE bought veil wasn't good enough, I had to make one from scratch. I think it turned out quite nice, if I do say so myself ;). I also discovered the joy of asking a 70 year old Joann's employee if they carried 'beer coozies', and then proceeding to explain for 10 minutes what a 'coozie' is.
I did take about 30 minutes last night to finish up and weave in the ends of two LONG overdue projects, Hot Lava and Clapotis. Without further adu...
Hot Lava (with her ends still hanging out in all their glory)
4 Hanks Manos del Uruguay, Color Oilslick
size 8 and 10.5 needles
I made the small size w/ the c-cup increases in the bolero part. I'm not sure how I like this because the neck 'band' bunches up a lot and doesn't seem to fold over right. I still need to block this baby, so we'll see if that helps.
Clap-O-Tis
It's amazing that it has been reaching the high 90's in San Jose yet I still manage to freeze my (non-existant) balls off at work around mid-afternoon. Clap-o-tis to the rescue!
6.5 balls Karabella Aurora 8
Size 8 needles
This yarn blocks to make the most beautiful fabric. I L-O-V-E this shawl; she keeps me nice and cozy on those 90-degree San Jose afternoons. Do you like the photo shoot in the jail cell? My co-workers thought I was insane. Seriously.
More FO's down, hell yeah.
Finally, Hey Tori, thanks for tha FAB stitch markers and kind words in your card! I'm sipping my wine as I type, hope your weekend finds you time to do the same!
Ciao Bellas!
Of course, a STORE bought veil wasn't good enough, I had to make one from scratch. I think it turned out quite nice, if I do say so myself ;). I also discovered the joy of asking a 70 year old Joann's employee if they carried 'beer coozies', and then proceeding to explain for 10 minutes what a 'coozie' is.
I did take about 30 minutes last night to finish up and weave in the ends of two LONG overdue projects, Hot Lava and Clapotis. Without further adu...
Hot Lava (with her ends still hanging out in all their glory)
4 Hanks Manos del Uruguay, Color Oilslick
size 8 and 10.5 needles
I made the small size w/ the c-cup increases in the bolero part. I'm not sure how I like this because the neck 'band' bunches up a lot and doesn't seem to fold over right. I still need to block this baby, so we'll see if that helps.
Clap-O-Tis
It's amazing that it has been reaching the high 90's in San Jose yet I still manage to freeze my (non-existant) balls off at work around mid-afternoon. Clap-o-tis to the rescue!
6.5 balls Karabella Aurora 8
Size 8 needles
This yarn blocks to make the most beautiful fabric. I L-O-V-E this shawl; she keeps me nice and cozy on those 90-degree San Jose afternoons. Do you like the photo shoot in the jail cell? My co-workers thought I was insane. Seriously.
More FO's down, hell yeah.
Finally, Hey Tori, thanks for tha FAB stitch markers and kind words in your card! I'm sipping my wine as I type, hope your weekend finds you time to do the same!
Ciao Bellas!
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