Archive for July, 2008
Posted on Sunday, July 27th, 2008 at 10:13 pm
I was tagged for this meme, so here goes:
1. List these rules on your blog.
2. Share 7 facts about yourself on your blog.
Facts about me –
1. My hair started turning gray when I was 24 years old.
2. I’m an only child.
3. I’ve held a human heart in my hand (during bypass surgery).
4. […]
Posted on Thursday, July 24th, 2008 at 5:53 pm
I have finished my first project for the Tour de Fleece, finally! Boy, spinning laceweight sure takes a long time. This was 3 oz of Spunky Eclectic Fiber Club fiber for June 2008. The name is Flowering Weeds and it is 70% Merino / 30% Mohair. A lovely blend. […]
Posted on Sunday, July 20th, 2008 at 10:01 am
I’ve been spinning everyday for the Tour de Fleece. I don’t have a lot to show for it though because both of my projects are laceweight singles. They are taking FOREVER! I did finally finish up the 3 oz of singles on the wheel and have started plying them. I think […]
Posted on Sunday, July 13th, 2008 at 6:36 pm
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The Process, handcarded and handspun:
Pattern: Flutter Scarf
Yarn: My handspun, Caramel Toffee
Needles: US #4 Bryspun straights
Completed: July 9, 2008
Posted on Saturday, July 12th, 2008 at 8:04 am
CRW turned 2 on 7/10. We had an “Amarillo Birthday Party” at my house. We decided to do this separate party because my father is unable to travel to his house, my daughter lives about 85 miles away. As I sat and watched CRW open his presents my eyes drifted over to […]
Posted on Wednesday, July 9th, 2008 at 8:16 pm
I’m participating in the Tour de Fleece 2008 — which is just basically spinning everyday that the Tour de France competitors are racing. I haven’t spun as much as some, but have managed to spin each day. It’s fun to have a goal and great for the spinning to be more diligent and […]