3BeeutifulThings:Wane, Wonder and Wisdom

The last bloom...

Wane:  to approach an end. Today's pictures were taken yesterday at Ladew Gardens.  As we approach the end of summer, it's nice to reflect on how far we have come and dream of the endless possibilities ahead. I'm including one of my favorite quotes for you today, from The Great Gatsby.  I hope you will enjoy each day with wonder and wisdom.
Happy Labor Day - be safe.
Margaret

the colors of Autumn

"And as I sat there, brooding on the old, unknown world, I thought of Gatsby's wonder when he first picked out Daisy's light at the end of his dock. He had come such a long way to this blue lawn, and his dream must have seemed so close he could hardly fail to grasp it. But what he did not know was that it was already behind him, somewhere in the vast obscurity beyond the city, where the dark fields of the republic rolled on under the night."



- F. Scott Fitzgerald, The Great Gatsby
©MargaretNock, 2011. All rights reserved.

The Great Gatsby

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the sounds and colors of two seasons merging...

Celebrate Autumn Harmony- Free Knit Pattern

Autumn Harmony Versatile Cowl Free Knit Pattern from Knit1fortheroad.com

©MargaretNock, 2011. All rights reserved.

Today is the start of a new month, the anticipation of cool Autumn breezes and the delish desire for all things orange, ciderish, and festive.  Here's a free knit pattern for you, from me, to help celebrate. The Autumn Harmony Cowl is knit with 3 strands of beautiful, soft and festive BessieMay yarn Snug (2 colors) and Hug on US Size 17 (12mm) straight knitting needles.  It's rated Easy- Basic knowledge of knitting required.

 I hope you enjoy making the Autumn Harmony (Versatile Cowl) as much as I enjoyed knitting it for you.  I've included resources and pics of additional ways to wear your cowl on page 3 of the pattern document. Visit the knit1fortheroad/free patterns section for more patterns.

Enjoy harmony, Autumn, and all the good that's out there waiting for you to arive...on time and ready to shine.

Margaret (always ready for the good parts of life)



©Margaret Nock, Knit1fortheroad.com™ 2008-2011 The pattern and photographs in this document are the property of knit1fortheroad.com and for non-commercial (personal) use only. Unauthorized reproduction, sale in whole or in part, or distribution of the pattern, or knit item is prohibited. All rights reserved.




Knit Knitavian Style: Allow your knitting adventures to begin.

Knit 1 for the Road available on Kindle.

Time to De Poof!

While I was evacuated during Irene, I scooped up the latest VogueKnitting Fall 2011, and poof, there it was, Wope...the woolen jute based cord that I've been hoping for all of my accessory filled dreamlife. There's even a cool free pattern, (this is where the De Poof part of the blog starts to kick in big time) to go along with over 17 cool colors that will keep your US size 35 knitting needles clicking.  The pattern is designed by Tina Maat-Kristensen at Pollika.com. Created by De Witte Engel, it's the perfect weight for so many items that need that extra umph.  I feel new possibilities coming on...

Hope you're knitting, crocheting, or crafting something wonderful this week.

Margaret (knitty drifting cloud time now)

Back at the shack...

RE:  Irene


Thanks to everyone who ordered from my shop, convoed, emailed, tweeted me, etc over the weekend and patiently waited for my internet to return.  I am grateful.


We're back at the shack to find minimal damage and consider ourselves lucky ducks.  While I was away, knit happened so I will have a few new items to share with you as well as knitting products that showed up on my knitdar.


I hope everyone in the path of Irene has recovered and found time for some crafty fun.


Margaret (still can't believe we had an earthquake and a hurricane in the same week)




Round Loom/ Hook Tool


Loom Knitting Primer: A Beginner's Guide to Knitting on a Loom, with over 30 Fun Projects


The Chicks with Sticks Guide to Knitting: Learn to Knit with more than 30 Cool, Easy Patterns

Freebie Friday

Autumn Wowza Scarf and Shades of the Celtic Forest Wrist Warmers from knit1fortheroad.com

Here are some fun projects to keep you knitting, hooking and stitching this weekend.  Enjoy!

Knit Picks  (I loved them all so you're just going to have to check the page out - lol)

Chain Reaction Afghan Project eBook from Interweave (don't miss this one!)
(crochet)

Travel Go Lightly Purse from knit1fortheroad.com

Autumn Wowza Scarf,  Cowlie Conditions Ahead , Shades of the Celtic Forest Wrist Warmers,  and Travel Go Lightly Purse all from my website, knit1fortheroad.com free pattern section. (knit)  I hope you have as much fun making these projects as I did.

(Felt Project to Cut and Stitch) Felt Owl Measuring Tape + Free PDF Pattern made available by TinyApartmentCrafts.

We're having a big birthday celebration for Dave even though Irene is making it's way up the coast.  At least we'll have cake and ice cream!  Stay safe wherever you are.

Margaret (so can't get over an earthquake and hurricane in the same week)

©Margaret Nock, Knit1fortheroad.com™ 2008-2011 The Knit1fortheroad.com patterns and photographs in this document are the property of knit1fortheroad.com and for non-commercial (personal) use only. Unauthorized reproduction, sale in whole or in part, or distribution of the pattern, or knit item is prohibited. All rights reserved.

Follow along on Twitter @ knit1fortheroad and visit my shop, Margknittinaround on Etsy.  New items coming soon!

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BEE crafty!

 

Knit Knitavian Style: Allow your knitting adventures to begin.

Knit 1 for the Road  Available on Kindle, Only $5.99!

You might enjoy Lewis Hine's work....

Kids at Work: Lewis Hine and the Crusade Against Child Labor

Hine's is attributed as being the first photo journalist to write notes and include a story caption for his photos. This allowed the reader to be drawn into the heart of his images.  We continue this tradition today.  Thought you might enjoy learning about this fascinating photojournalist and his work.

Creative knit and crochet concepts in new AGA video...

the creative team get busy

the completed project for AGA

(vist the website to vote for your favorite AGA video until Sept 2)

I love to see a simple concept expand with knit and crochet creativity.  It's also good to know that the needlearts are constantly evolving and a part of our daily lives.

Enjoy the day!

Margaret (still a work in progress)

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