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Decisions, Decisions

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I am making progress on Kate Davies’ Goats of Inversnaid hat for Hans. I won’t have any trouble finishing it by Christmas if I stay on task.

I wasn’t sure if the Milarrochy Tweed yarn would work for the crisp design, but I kind of love it. I think it gives a more grown-up look to it. I’m also thinking about changing the hearts at the crown to a star, because Hans is 15. I don’t need to say anymore than that, right?

There are two knitting clubs I want to participate in for 2019, and I can’t make up my mind.

Kate Davies has an upcoming club that looks to be more design oriented, and includes an awesome journal.

Knitspot is offering the School of Wool where you learn about American sheep breeds and fibers, and you get undyed yarn to play with.

I want to do both. I can do both, right? Can I afford to do both? (Can I afford not to do both?)

RIP Rudy

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rudy arm knitted blanket

We lost our beloved cat Rudy on Friday. He was older and had some chronic illnesses, and finally succumbed to one of them. He was the kind of cat that never demanded anything, so when he wanted something like the arm-knitted wool roving blanket you just finished, you gladly let him have it. He was gentle and handsome, and always looked forward to couch time. We love you, Rudy! We’ll meet you in the next life.

Sunday Update

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My Milarrochy Tweed yarn arrived and I started my hat!

Did I swatch? No. I got so strung out worrying about how to use the colors and coloring charts, and I was so excited about the yarn, I lost my patience and just started knitting!

It’s ok. I’m usually a pretty on-gauge knitter. Plus, I can always rip it out.

It’s a lovely yarn. It feels good and has a really nice sheen. I’m in love with the red color, Campion. I knew I would be.

Also the Haven Herbs launch party was today! This is the thing I was talking about that I didn’t feel I could talk about yet because it wasn’t official. But it is now!

It’s a woman-owned worker-owned herbal cooperative. We make and sell small batch, sustainable, bio-regional herbal preparations. I’m still with the fair trade organization, but this is a “side gig” that is also close to my heart. Check out our FAQ if you are curious.

We have a Go Fund Me if you would like to help us get off the ground!Each donation level includes a reward so you get a little something.

So, yes, this additional endeavor cuts into my knitting time, but I think it’s worth it. 😉

Christmas Cookies!

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I baked Christmas cookies today! Everything has to be vegan and gluten-free at my house, so that makes it challenging. Luckily the internet is full of exceptional vegan and gluten-free recipes!

This was my first time making vegan and gluten-free shortbread. I was pleasantly surprised by how well they turned out.

I did knit today. I worked on the big knitting cowl and started a swatch for a new design that is still in the concept phase. I hope to be able to blog about that soon!