Socks, A Block and Fiber Divas...

Brynwood Needleworks - Lorna's Laces Sock Project

Last night was my night to get together with the Fiber Divas at Paneras.

As I'd finished the Hedwig socks (see photo below), I needed to set up another pair to work on. I sorted through my sock yarn stash and chose a beautiful wool/silk blend from Lorna's Laces.

Brynwood Needleworks - Fiber Divas (l-r: Adele, Kathy, Krisann and Norma)

It's always nice to gather with the ladies. Adele is still recuperating from her fall and subsequent hip surgery, so Helen (in the next picture) has been kind enough to pick her up and bring her Paneras. We're thrilled to have her back in our midst.

Kathy is working an intricate pattern and says that it's "knit 10 rows, unknit 5". She's having a little trouble making headway, but I know she'll have a breakthrough and be much further along by next week.

Brynwood Needleworks - Fiber Divas (l-r: Doris, Anne, Ellen and Helen)

Ellen just celebrated a Birthday, so there was cake and song in her honor. She always has a kind word and a smile, and I'm so glad she's not only a part of the group, but also my friend.

Ann is working on a small quilt project. I enjoy seeing her latest project, and she's currently hand quilting this piece. Everything she makes is lovely. She's also a Wisconsin native, so we share shopping stories (usually of visits to Primitive Gatherings in Menasha, WI) whenever one of us manages to get back "home".

Brynwood Needleworks - Finished Hedwig Socks

In case you're curious about how the pattern finished up on the second Hedwick sock, I'm sharing a photo of the finished pair.

The pattern matched right up to the rows marked with the red arrows. The only thing I can think of for an explanation was that there was a cursed knot in the yarn right around this area. The knot was a little surprise from Opal Yarns, inserted in the production of this ball of yarn. Factory installed knots are the bane of all knitters, and this one knocked my second sock off-pattern.

Lucky that this part of the sock will usually be inside a shoe, but I don't think the recipient will mind that the socks don't match exactly while they keep feet toasty warm this winter.

Brynwood Needleworks - Signature Block

I've already managed to finish a stack of projects this week...a signature block going into a quilt for a friend; the machine embroidered commission is on its way to my client; and half of an order is done for another.

It's only Wednesday and I'm a little ahead of schedule. I'd say that's not half bad!

Tuesdays With Tag - I'm No Halloweiner...

Brynwood Needleworks - Taggart (aka Tag)

Hi, Everybody!

I hope you survived Halloween and all the antics.

There were lots of shenanigans around here, but no one in costumes...

Least of all - me!

I know you were probably expectin' to see me in some stoopid costume.

I don't want you to be too disappointed, so I'm gonna show you Corgis 

all dressed for the big spooky night...just none of 'em are me.

Web Image - Bat Corgi

I mean...you'd kinda have to be a little "batty" to dress like this. (Get it?)

Web image - Policeman Corgi

If you have to call the Costume Police, this guy would probably come runnin'.

Web Image - Corgi Submarine

Why would a Corgi dress like a yellow submarine?

Web Image - Corgi Lobster

Maybe 'cuz he was lookin' for a Corgi lobster!

Web Image - Corgi Superman

Of course, there would be a Corgi dressed like Superman.

Web image - Corgi Weiner

If a Corgi has to wear a weiner costume, at least it should be a Corgi this cute!   Maybe next year, I'll agree to a costume. Yeah...don't count on it. I bet Bella will be happy to dress up. You'll just have to wait and see. 

I'll see you again in seven! 'til then...

"Chase A Dream - Or A Squirrel".

A Wallet Down The Rabbit Hole...

Brynwood Needleworks - Alice

It's hard to believe November is already under way. I am going to be busy in the studio this month in an effort to beat the holiday rush this year.

This week will be a week of finishes. I've already put the final touches on the Hedwig socks; final work will be done on the commissioned machine embroidery today; also, I'll make another requested "Baa Baa" project tote in gray linen; and then, an Alice wallet for another client. 

 

My plan is to have these items finished by Wednesday, and then I'll be sprinkling in more pieces before the end of the week. 

 

November will surely be exciting, and I promise I'll be sharing everything along the way. I hope to share some of my processes with you, too. Stay tuned. I might even toss in a giveaway!

Tag will be back tomorrow. I'll be back on Wednesday!