My new go to...

 

 

Are the holiday doin's getting too stressful?  Why not try a realaxing knitting project to calm your nerves?  While my world has been spinning a little too quickly lately, I decided to try this lovely one skein (or stash buster-yay!) pattern by designer Lucy Neatby. I knitted my scrunchie hat with Boku from Plymouth Yarn on US size 8 (5.0) circular and/or dpns, but there are handy charts and info to help you figure out gauge with different sized needles and yarn suggestions. There are also instructions for completing this project as a headband. It has been my go to hat since it came off the needles and I've really enjoyed wearing such a comfortable hat. 

 

Hope you're knitting and staying stress free.

 

Margaret

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The holidays stress people out so much. I suggest you keep it simple and try to have as much fun as you can.
Giada De Laurentiis

 

The Universe Responds

Communiqués: The Universe Responds: Trust that the universe responds to your needs and desires and that opportunities arise, circumstances are made known and situations for y...

Hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. The link above is something I came across today and wanted to share with you.  I found it to be a great inspiration and reminder for all of us.

Be well and knit often...
Margaret

a finished project is a beautiful thing...

 

 

I just finished free knitting pattern, Marley Scarf. Yay!  This would make a beautiful gift for someone on your list and the perfect on the go or lunchtime project.


For you! Autumn inspiration from Brookside Gardens this past weekend...

 

Knit often!

 

Margaret

 

Gratitude, thankfulness, gratefulness, or appreciation is a feeling or attitude in acknowledgment of a benefit that one has received or will receive.

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Simply Yarnie Creations...

Today, I made a visit to one of my favorite websites, Etsy.com.  I came across the most delightful artful yarnie shop called cornflowerbluestudio.  The designer and owner is the absolutely amazingly talented Rachel Hunnicutt.  Take a look!

After the storm...

 

We were lucky to come through Hurricane Sandy safely here.  These pics were taken at one of my favorite places to visit, Pickering Creek Audubon Center.

Remember to enjoy a deep relaxing breath today with your knitting and count each blessing with every stitch.

Margaret

A cozy bolero...

 

 

Pattern: Cozy Bolero by Jane Richmond

 

 

 

We had so much down time due to Sandy, I decided to dive into some WIP's and this bolero is one of them. The Cozy Bolero is knit with super bulky yarn and makes a quick weekend projet.  The pattern is very clear and easy to follow. 

 

 

Our hearts go out to everyone who is suffering due to the loss of family members and the destruction of hurricane Sandy.  We are all in it together.

 

Margaret (is very grateful tonight)

 

 

“Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. And because all things have contributed to your advancement, you should include all things in your gratitude.”
― Ralph Waldo Emerson