Violet is near

Just finished a blanket for my grand niece who will be named Violet. It took me some time to knit (a few rows a day). My hands aren't cooperating - oh wait this is a no whining zone...
The pattern is NMCRS Basketweave Blanket pattern by Cathy Waldie. You can find the free pattern on Ravelry.com.

It's Been a while

I feel like I fell off the face of the earth for a while... I haven't blogged in so long or done anything creative in so long. I'm just getting back on board. Change of address, change of circumstances, relationships and the loss of my Dad have knocked me down but not out. I'll slowly get back up to speed and not stress out doing it. I get to look at the ocean every day and dipped my feet in today. Can't wait to start swimming again.





Just about finished with my second scarf to send off to SCARVES FROM THE HEART for this month's April event. The scarves requested were to be a simple lace. I used the pattern "One Row (Reversible) Lace Scarf" by turvid see the blog http://turvid.blogspot.com/ for the free pattern.

This the first I had done.

Finished some knitting

Finished a wee sweater for my coming great niece. My first sweater complete actually.

It is the Fantasy Naturale top down Baby Cardigan. I found the pattern on Ravelry of course.

Finished a bunny too - no photo yet.

I just started a sweater for myself - no kidding first ever knit object for myself.

The pattern is Miss Honeychurch by Cheryl Niamath. The pattern is published in the latest Knitty.com Summer 2009 Issue.

Bi-Fold ATC sent for May

I'm always running late on my ATC swap. This last month's theme was bi-fold. The wee girl on the front is me at I'm guessing 4 or 5 years old.

knitting yellow

working dilligently on the "sunkist cardi" in yellow merino 5 of course. I guess I'm about 40 percent along.

Project Spectrum more yellow

Continuing on creating and photographing all things, yellow, east facing, wood, etc.

Project Spectrum weekend

Finished the Amanda Hat that was one of my Project Spectrum knits. See more details on Ravelry. The day rounded off with lots of hail and rain but I had my knitting to console me :-)

Knitting for Grand Nephew

My niece Corinne gave birth to a boy just recently and I made a few things for him. I love making the blanket buddy bunny.

I haven't seen Z yet but am looking forward to it!

Project Spectrum

I am really enjoying Project Spectrum this year. Right now Compass point East, yellow, wood, spring, air... ahhhh...

I am currently knitting a hat using the Araucania Aysen which is a pretty blend of soft yellow, golds and other compatible colors (so soft)...

Giveaway at http://papermoonies.blogspot.com very cool site - colors, yummy art and did I say cool stuff? Go visit this extraordinary artist blog.

This is a mosaic of pictures from my yard for the Project Spectrum 2009 - East

colors, yellow, east sky picture of double rainbow. The snake is my pup's new buddy.

Went yarn feasting - umm shopping

I traveled to Wild & Woolly in Lexington, MA last week. I will be sending out to my follower winners hopefully this week. I am so darn slow to get things done in this beautiful weather :-)
LOVE W & W in Lexington - super selection and I lose track of time when I'm there...

Follower giveaway closed

Will Leslie, Aunt Kathy, Nat RedKnits, Mitzi and Redraveler please all send me your snail info so that I may send you a gift via USPS. You know I can't just choose 2 people - so not me...
Jan (Jant)

Do you follow blogs?

It's so sad to add a new feature (Followers) to your blog and see it empty... Okay so it's only been 10 minutes. From the first 5 persons who follow my blog, I will choose two (including the 1st person) to receive a gift. Make sure to link to this posting on your blog so I can see what you might like and get your particulars on where to send. Have a safe and happy weekend! Jant

Win A FAB Giveaway

The Spotted Sparrow BEAUTEOUS art/paper, etc... site is having a giveaway - go visit and see all the very lovely things there (tutorials, ideas, yummy things to buy and look at)...

Spring photos

Photos taken for future painting projects and for Project Spectrum 2009 "North"

More Green for Project Spectrum

For the "Project Spectrum 2009" group I have been knitting various green items that are helping me hold on til spring actually shows itself...

The diamond lace scarf of Rowan damask - so soft, approx 4 leaves so far knit in various material samples I received from Sage Gifts and Yarn. Also I finally knit a pair of "Fetching" fingerless gloves. The pattern is from Cheryl Niamath - found on Knitty.com

Planet Janet Knit along

I recently finished some smaller projects using green yarn of various materials. The drawstring bag was made for the "Planet Janet" knit along on Ravelry.com

The multicolor beads in the yarn make it fun.

Asian Theme ATC

I sent out my trade for the ATC theme this month. One is based on NE India. The verses are "Amazing Grace" in Garo. The stamp from a friend from ASSAM mailed from Guwahati. This card is 2.5 " x 3.5". The other cards are made from elements of a card received from China for New Year greetings and silk upholstery material (2 x 2 inch) that I love. The simple Chinese is "CAT" for my friend Cat. That card is 1x1 inch...

Lighthouse painting finished

I'm thinking maybe I'll do a portrait next... Not sure yet. I did enjoy this one as it went quicker than I'd thought it would (I'm usually pretty slow).