Well Into Spring!

So things are a little different everywhere these days and certainly have been for weeks now. I trust this finds each of you healthy and sane. I have been able to finish several crafting projects and have read a few books, which is always gratifying. My days begin with a walk around our neighbourhood, which is a habit that had ebbed a bit this Winter. I have rediscovered how truly wonderfully invigorating and mind clearing it is, a great way to begin any day. Take care of yourself and loved ones, remember the importance of being kind and generous. Be well and enjoy this continually changing journey we are all on. ox

Images:
Our Tiberius several days ago enjoying the morning sun.
A shawl I knit as a gift for a friend who generously sent me the yarn as a surprise.
A completed quilt front, part of a quilt that is a gift for my sweetheart (a long overdue project).

Late Summer

My dear sister and her sweetie came to visit earlier this month. We had such a wonderful time catching up. She and I went out early Sunday morning for a hike and the top image was taken from the lookout. We have been very fortunate that the kale, swiss chard and herbs have grown quite well this season and provided us with a bounty of greens. The plants have thrived under Scott's attention this summer. An ongoing knitting project I set myself this year was to use up leftover yarn from previous sock projects. The result has been a growing collection of mismatched socks, so very satisfying. I am certain everyone has a favourite pair of jeans they would wear until absolutely threadbare and full of holes. Inspired by the visible mending movement I finally repaired a hole in the knee and reinforced the surrounding area of a well loved and worn pair of jeans. Take care of each other and enjoy the beauty and wonder that surrounds us. ox

Recent Projects

Summer projects:
Toadstool dolls and leaf set, pattern by Susan B. Anderson found in Taproot Magazine Issue 32
Tote bag, modified pattern found on The Purl Bee
Pillow covers, a commission, pattern found here
Enjoy the beauty and adventure. ox

Bits Of Summer

A sundress for my goddaughter, hand knit butterfly and cocoon, a quilt for my twin sister, and an image of our kitty's paw seeking moth. Enjoy this journey, my dears. ox

November!

Appreciating the sun more and more as the days are darker.
Floral beauty found during a walk.
Completed and well received birthday gift. Mom loves her new shawl. Laylow pattern by Very Shannon.
Enjoy the journey.
ox

Happy September!

Finished up several knitting projects, which always feels good.
Yoga Shawl was a gift for someone special.
A new hat pattern, Barley by Tin Can Knits
A colour work hat pattern was an interesting knit, pattern found in Flora - Making Magazine
Laylow Shawl is a gift for Mom, a birthday gift next month
Wasn't the Harvest Moon a gorgeous sight this past week!
Temperatures are beginning to dip, but Summer is hanging on. There are glimpses of changing leaf colour, slowly sliding into Autumn.
Enjoy the journey.

Hello, Spring!

Happy Spring! There has been snow, lots of rain, bulbs and trees are beginning to grow, and there are so many birds. There is a chance of more snow, but it will melt. The hand knit vest was a gift for a wee baby boy. Tiberius is super excited about all the birds that keep him busy rushing from window to window. Hope all is well in your corners of the planet. Take care of each other and enjoy the journey. ox

Happy 2016!!!

Wishing each of you a wonderful New Year, full of love, health and inner peace. ox
Both of these projects were standouts for 2015.
I was able to complete my first hand knit shawl and my first hand knit colourwork piece.
Lola Shawl by Carrie Bostick Hoge
Laurus Hat by Dianna Walla
Enjoy the journey.

Completed Projects

Finished knitting up Auntie Evelyn's yarn, 16 hats in total.
A dear friend is taking up knitting and I thought a new tote would make a useful gift.
The Forty Minute Tote is a great pattern found on The Purl Bee website.
More soon.
Enjoy the journey.

Recently

Hand knit blanket - a gift
Meditation pillow cover - much delayed but project has begun
Zippered pouches - delayed project but fun to put together

Enjoy the journey.

Happy Holidays

Wishing each of you joy and peace this holiday season. ox

Inversion Cardigan - Complete

The Inversion Cardigan can be worn two different ways. I have tried to demonstrate that in the images above. Please find more information and images here.  There are three pieces to knit and then some sewing together of said pieces to finish this cardigan. If finishing work is not something you enjoy, I would avoid this pattern. That said, I found it an interesting knit, a bit like a puzzle putting it together in the end. The yarn colour is called Soot, charcoal with flecks of grey and white. Now onto knitting a vest in a wonderfully soft alpaca wool blend yarn, as well as beginning a new quilt project (will share more soon).  Just planted the last round of radish seeds for the season and the seedlings have already emerged.  Hope all is well in your corner of the planet.  Enjoy the journey.

Created Lately

Recently I have been able to finish a whole cloth tied quilt for a wee boy who will be arriving soon. Also, a pieced and tied throw for us and a pointy elf hat for a toddler.
What have you been creating?
Enjoy the journey.

Knit and Stitch Bandana

Knit and stitch bandana - December 2012

This project knits up fairly quickly and the hand stitching takes a bit of time but it is truly relaxing. The DIY tutorial is generously shared here, a hybrid project and very rewarding.
How are things where you are?! Enjoy the journey.

Jolly Wee Elf Pair

A pair of jolly wee elves - December 2012

December Days

Hello to each of you! We have an Amaryllis planted at our home, hoping it will bloom for Christmas. Sent off a commissioned baby quilt last week and we heard word that the recipient, a healthy wee boy, arrived yesterday. Found the Jolly Wee Elf pattern on the website of a favourite shop on the West Coast. The elf is a pretty easy project and terribly cute and festive.  What have you been up to? Enjoy the journey.

Made By Mel

A hat and an infinity scarf - Autumn 2012

Take care of one another. ox 

Happy Thanksgiving!

Birthday gift for Mom - October 2012

A birthday gift for my dear Mom has been sent off in the post this week. A tad early, it is a Halloween birthday, but wanted to be sure it arrived in plenty of time. It was made using two different yarns and the pattern, Fjord by Jenny Gordy found in Brooklyn Tweed's Wool People Volume 3. It was fun to knit and is the third one I have completed over the past couple of months.

Wishing each of you a fantastic Thanksgiving weekend (Canadian holiday)!!! There will be pumpkin pie enjoyed at our house. Enjoy the journey.

A Bit Of Sewing And Some Knitting

Giraffe, Sock And Hat

Have a wonder filled weekend!!!
Enjoy the journey.