Success!

Yeah I have finished yet another knitting project this week. The first was some fingerless mitts for my secret pal who got sent a package today. It was called Warm and Woolly...it had fingerless mitts, a skein of Bearfoot, a sheep tape measure and some Bigelow tea. Hopefully she will like! Anyhow here is the finished rug from Mason-Dixon knitting.

I admit to wanting something else to complete a project from there....I would like some Euroflax sport weight linen yarn...the 235 yd skein would be perfect to do a hand towel....wish, wish.....

Another cute pic, DH found Dixie and Rascal all curled together in the big doghouse this afternoon, in a fit of sisterly bonding...must post the cute pics.

Rascal Dixie

I'm so frustrated

I admit it I do a lot of ranting on here, but this one is legit. I'm very frustrated. DH's ex now can't seem to take the youngest to her dance class, a 1/2 hour class on Saturday. Granted it falls on her time as well as ours, but this is not about the fight between DH and his ex, the kid should be taken to her dance class. I am just so sick of these stupid tricks, why can't we all just act like adults and think about what is good for the kids? Also, we didn't get but 2 phone calls this whole week, we were supposed to get about 4, I mean what would it hurt to let the kids call their Dad? Would her head explode in flames? (well we know what I mean). I just kinda feel like we are dealing with a stubborn 10 year old that we don't have the right to punish, and we all know that the law doesn't seem to punish adultery or lying, things that in a just world she would be accountable for. She actually had the nerve to tell him the youngest didn't want to go that she was kicking and screaming not to go...funny when she is here, she never kicks and screams let alone says she doesn't want to go to dance. What little girl who dances at every turn, doesn't want to go to dance?????????? I wish there was a way to get less frustated...anyone have any tips? How to deal with stupid ex's?????? without resorting to violenc?????

Finished product

Well I have finished one of my fingerless mitts. I am rather proud of it. It took me longer than Liz taking about 8 hours of knitting. It is made of handpainted orginals by Brown Sheep. The color way is New England. I really love it because it reminds me of fall my favorite season.
Well gotta go cast on the other one.

LOVELY BIRTHDAY

Getting ready to go out for the night.


Some of the prezzies.
I had a lovely birthday yesterday. My hubby was great. He got me several books, Mason-Dixon knitting among them) , a makeup mirror, and took me out for dinner and a show. We went to see Anthony Cools, he is a hypnotist. You would not believe the things he has some people doing on the stage. It was hilarious. My best friend Maureen took me to see Rent last Sunday, it was soooo good! I wasn't sure at first if I would like it but I loved it. I also got money from my parents and am currently deciding how to spend it, wether on books or yarn? Its a hard decision, but I am leaning heavily toward yarn. ( No surprise there!) We are having people over tonight so a throurough housecleaning is underway....I am actually cleaning my room, takes me back to high school.

I am currently working on a pair of socks out of the Step yarn with the aloe in it. It feels so nice to knit. I am working on the Jaywalker pattern out of it and am rather pleased at how it is turning out. I love the pink and green striped together.

Exciting news!

And no I'm not pregnant...ha ha. Anyway, I got my secret pal name this morning, and I am soooooo excited. I have so many ideas of what to get her/knit for her.....I can't wait. I am really psyched (is that still a word?) Anyway, just knitting a cool scarf for an unknown reciepent right now. (not sure who's it will be, probably Mama's for xmas). Anyway, I am totally goofing off, so I must go work.

Secret Pal 9

Here is my secret pal 9 questionaire. I am so excited about it!
1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
I think my favorites are Noro and handpainted wools for the colors. I love alpaca and silk. I can't stand acrylic and novelty yarns.
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
I store my circulars knitting needles in a cloth folding wallet. My straights are in a wine bottle holder.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I have been knitting about three years. I mainly taught myself from a book with advise from my mom who is a knitter and crocheter. I would think of myself as an intermediate knitter, who will try anything once.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
no
5. What's your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products, etc.)
strawberries, anything citrusy, etc.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
I love chocolate, anything and everything chocolate.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I can't spin, I make soap, but mainly I knit for a hobby.
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I like anything but rap, as far as music goes. Our computer can place mp3's.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
I love purple, I really don't have any colors that I hate.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I am married with 2 steps. We have 2 beages and three cats.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
I will wear a scarf, hat or mittens, but not ponchos.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I really enjoy lace, socks and felted purses.
13. What are you knitting right now?
A pair of socks, a alpaca lace shawl, a noro sweater, etc.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
I'm easy. I like almost anything.
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I love circulars, I don't use straights. I prefer bamboo, but really prefer Addis.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
unfortunately not.
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
a year or two, not sure
18. What is your favorite holiday?
Halloween, I love to dress up.
19. Is there anything that you collect?
besides dust, not much.
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I don't have any subscriptions, but I really love Interweave. I have quite a few books, so I really don't have a wish list for them.
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
Fair Isle
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
Yes, I knit quite a few orphans as well. I wear a size 10 shoe.
23. When is your birthday? (mm/dd)
10/13 Just a week away !!!!