Tag Archives: needlework
Completion
It’s been a while, I know…..the good news is that between a trip to Geneva (pictures to follow), a short long weekend at home with lot’s of shopping and work I finally managed to finish my fair isle style vest! … Continue reading
Christmas stitching
The latest addition to my Christmas decorations is this cute fellow. Now I just need to find a silver frame in the right size and then I’m all set! Until the next little project – a snowflake 🙂
First handmade sweater
Hooray, it’s done! Wonderful soft and cosy knit, just have to make a minor mental note to myself: do not tighten the seams as much…. maybe washing and blocking will help with a little stretch, otherwise my sister is already … Continue reading
Autumn greetings
View from my kitchen window- the tree glows when it’s sunny…so beautiful. Plus, I did start the new vest, hopefully it gets done in time for this winter. Fair Isle knitting is even slower…
Knitting is always greener on the other side of the needle….
sigh. I am knitting multiple items at once and want to start already the next one….darn. Keep focussing!! Luckily, I am missing the correct needle size to start that sweater, and I am avoiding the haberdashery section on purpose. How … Continue reading
Multi-tasking and knitting?
I always found myself to be able to do some multi-tasking, like talking to someone on the phone while cooking, or listening to the radio while ironing….although: is that proper multi-tasking? Isn’t it more like duo-tasking?? Anyway, I never could … Continue reading
Tea, Art and Needlework 