tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.comments2024-02-16T03:29:16.681-05:00bluestockingwillfulminahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10081063479510671539noreply@blogger.comBlogger1304125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-31383587190538150182022-10-17T06:59:11.152-05:002022-10-17T06:59:11.152-05:00Thanks foor posting thisThanks foor posting thisWater Filtration Buena Parkhttps://www.purify-water.com/us/california-water-softeners/water-filtration-buena-park.shtmlnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-1063435833555031622022-06-25T12:12:50.127-05:002022-06-25T12:12:50.127-05:00Grateeful for sharing thisGrateeful for sharing thisLukas Carterhttps://www.lukascarter.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-71779706267454573832018-03-29T14:18:34.107-05:002018-03-29T14:18:34.107-05:00good bloggood blogAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04471863743301640372noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-3026087961512380162017-03-19T10:51:11.741-05:002017-03-19T10:51:11.741-05:00So glad to watch your podcast again! I have misse...So glad to watch your podcast again! I have missed it, and wondered how you were doing. Grieving is a long complicated process--it just takes a lot of time and hard work. And even when you think you've finished with it, it can come creeping up behind you and smack you between the shoulder blades again. <br /><br />I love all the finished objects! I've actually been contemplating an everyday skirt for the fall out of a heavy weight gold linen. The ones you made look really nice! I really like Gertie's books--I have her first and second ones and they are so useful. I also find her sewing blocks are similar to my body type so I don't have to make a ton of adjustments to them. Her Portrait blouse is one of my particular favorite patterns.<br /><br />I've just figured out magic loop and have been working some with fingering weight yarn, so I'm actually kind of inspired to try knitting socks--I love those fair isle ones you've made. I think I looked at that yarn on webs but they were out of the colorway I liked. <br /><br />Good luck on the bridesmaid dress! The fabric is beautiful!!<br /><br /><br /><br />Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-63916893385180435042016-10-08T15:06:05.609-05:002016-10-08T15:06:05.609-05:00Oops, silly me I could not find a place on your we...Oops, silly me I could not find a place on your website to contact you directly, so am posting my question as a comment on your blog. Would you mind if I like to this blog post of yours on my next blog post? My blog can be found at: www.yarnstylist.comyarnstylistnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-40612751052854756252016-10-08T15:02:09.119-05:002016-10-08T15:02:09.119-05:00What a fantastic blog post! Thank you for introduc...What a fantastic blog post! Thank you for introducing me to Chenin! I have ordered a book already! I can't wait to see what you share this month. :-)yarnstylistnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-39750146689307387782016-08-13T19:46:40.334-05:002016-08-13T19:46:40.334-05:00Yay! I was just thinking I was missing your podcas...Yay! I was just thinking I was missing your podcasts. I'm so glad you are able to put that linen to good use--I'll be eager to see the finished product! (The finishing stitch you are using is a zig-zag, for reference--I do that on my linen and rayon as well. I also pink my edges before finishing, but the zig-zag holds pretty well on its own) I'm loving all that navy blue you have going on. It is sort of a cornerstone color of my wardrobe--so versatile, and less severe than black.<br /><br />Interested to read that book on the Orthodox home as well. I should hit up the Phryne Fisher novels some time soon--I really enjoy the series.Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-20134541080242302822016-05-24T06:19:59.033-05:002016-05-24T06:19:59.033-05:00Kate, if you haven't already pitched the crayo...Kate, if you haven't already pitched the crayon stained clothes, try Lestoil. It's not perfect and requires some elbow grease - you apply it straight onto the stain and then rub the fabric against itself - but I've rescued entire loads of laundry. <br /><br />also, love the song!Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01302774153329506332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-59831734702437712252016-04-01T20:09:12.605-05:002016-04-01T20:09:12.605-05:00Outlander really grabs you by the throat in Voyage...Outlander really grabs you by the throat in Voyager, and the next several books are the same way. My least favorite is a Breath of Snow and Ashes because of all the stuff that goes down in that book. But it sets the stage for Echo in the Bone and for everything that is happening currently in the series, so yes, necessary hurdles. I thought your description of what is good about Outlander was extremely apt. I actually really loved Dragonfly in Amber; I did find the first half a little bit hard going the first time, but knowing what was coming in the second half has always kept me rapt since. I'm curious if you've gotten to the part of Voyager that is one of my favorite scenes in the whole series. I won't spoil it if you aren't there yet. :)<br /><br />Re: the buttonholes on your Ramona. I would recommend using coordinating embroidery floss or even the leftover yarn and doing a buttonhole stitch around each buttonhole (you can google it for the specific stitch). It will nicely reinforce the hole and may help the buttons not to eat the yarn as easily because the stitches go perpendicular to the knitting. Don't just whip stitch the edges--a button hole stitch will look neater and hold up better, and doesn't take any extra time, really. I've used it on hand knits as well as in sewing.Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-59153290337460426552016-04-01T19:13:40.909-05:002016-04-01T19:13:40.909-05:00I tried to read a few other books after Dragonfly ...I tried to read a few other books after Dragonfly and Amber and found myself not reading at all. Needless to say, I started Voyager this week. I think I may need to read the whole series before I move to something else. I also started watching season one.Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14005201076496165287noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-68214728879937273232016-03-16T17:06:24.206-05:002016-03-16T17:06:24.206-05:00The vest turned out so cute! I love the photo of ...The vest turned out so cute! I love the photo of Sebastian wearing it. Bummer that it isn't wearing that well. I'm supposed to make my dad a vest this year, and I was considering the Brooklyn Tweed, but I think I'll go with my first instinct which is, of course, Swish. (It helps that the color he really wants is there too).<br /><br />As for the hat with the ribbon pull, I actually think it looks very cute on you, with the brim flipped down in the front, but up at the sides. Sort of a faux-cloche. The color is nice on you as well!<br /><br />As for the lopi sweater, I was going to say, just leave the sleeve since I can't really tell the difference just looking, but since you ripped it out in situ, then I guess I'll say, good fortitude for the next go round!!<br /><br />Ponchik watched a good chunk of this episode with me, and she particularly tickled by the monkey socks.<br /><br />Can't wait to hear your thoughts about Dragonfly in Amber!!<br /><br />(Also: I really love that scarf. I'm sure I've said so before, but it is just so lovely).Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-56694160219320333622016-03-04T20:56:43.977-05:002016-03-04T20:56:43.977-05:00YES! Dragonfly in Amber. It actually took me age...YES! Dragonfly in Amber. It actually took me ages to read the second book, because I was afraid it wouldn't be as good as the first (I find sequels are so hit and miss that way). I think I read Outlander for the first time in the summer of 1998, and didn't get around to DiA until a year or two later. But just wait!! Voyager is pretty great too--it has one of my favorite scenes in the whole series in it. After all these years of being with these characters, I just love the journey we've all been on with them, and the ways that Diana Gabaldon just keeps us all coming back for more. It never gets stale or rehashed--I always feel there is something new to explore.<br /><br />Foyle's War--Yes. Tobias Menzies has an early career appearance in one of the early episodes! Knitwear very very good. I will say, I kind of stopped watching the show after a certain number of episodes, but I'll probably get back to it eventually. They just did another series (that takes place after the war, I think) with the same characters.<br /><br />That vest so cute! I'm not attentive enough for colorwork just yet--someday!Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-23157234731355571292016-02-26T13:39:28.268-05:002016-02-26T13:39:28.268-05:00My best friend just dropped this book in the mail ...My best friend just dropped this book in the mail for me to read, I am so excited for it to arrive! Love your sweater, thinking of casting on one for myself.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12325991968945031292noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-71175276337724509642016-02-26T08:33:52.573-05:002016-02-26T08:33:52.573-05:00Okay, you convinced me to read the book. I just b...Okay, you convinced me to read the book. I just bought it on amazon and am eager for its arrival! I watched the trailer for the movie and I think I just might have to see that one in the theatre. I love Michael Fassbender, as well as the actress playing his wife--she was so good in A Royal Affair. The casting looks great. I'm gutted just from watching the trailer!! We'll have to discuss the book when I get through it. Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-5121677672596512222016-01-25T13:08:45.171-05:002016-01-25T13:08:45.171-05:00Hi Amanda! I added links to the podcasts I mentio...Hi Amanda! I added links to the podcasts I mentioned. Sorry for that oversight. I am still struggling to snap a picture of Lucy's sweater. I'll show it on the next episode. The sleeves are short cap sleeves. I plan to undo the bind off and add some length to it eventually. willfulminahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10081063479510671539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-28246816621060205282016-01-10T10:57:46.990-05:002016-01-10T10:57:46.990-05:00Phew! I'm glad you liked Smoke Gets in Your Ey...Phew! I'm glad you liked Smoke Gets in Your Eyes! I agree - it's ok to not be ready. But it can be important at the most unexpected times. I found it helped me cope with and work through to understand the deaths of my grandparents this past year. It felt like having a great friend who wasn't scared to walk with me through grief and loss. Michaelanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-34071947049272539552016-01-09T23:48:38.190-05:002016-01-09T23:48:38.190-05:00Would you mind posting links to the podcasts you m...Would you mind posting links to the podcasts you mentioned? I have just had this wild "ah-hah" moment that podcasts fill a big void for me as I am transitioning from full time professional to housewife. <br /><br />Also, how did the sweater turn out for Lucy? Did she like it? How long did the sleeves make it? Did I miss this on instagram? <br /><br />And lastly, my roommate and I made a bunch of those rice bags in college, and I still use mine faithfully... 15 years later. I'm sure your bags' recipients will appreciate them!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16630143757071248406noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-43873627723856701292016-01-09T12:49:27.745-05:002016-01-09T12:49:27.745-05:00Really enjoyed watching this today. My big boy som...Really enjoyed watching this today. My big boy sometimes says he doesn't like things I have made for him, but usually it's just a stress response to being given something. He will later choose them of his own volition. Enjoy your selfish knitting, I look forward to sein it next week!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04419296967499719581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-2319990038622189522016-01-06T10:32:19.065-05:002016-01-06T10:32:19.065-05:00so cool that you found the rest of the yarn for th...so cool that you found the rest of the yarn for those socks!!<br /><br />RE: ungrateful toddlers. I hear ya, sister. That's one of the chief reasons I don't knit or sew much for my kids. (although: I did purpose my green gauntlets for K to wear as leg warmers, and now none of my gauntlets are safe from my kids...E wore another pair to school today and M was begging me to make him some. I think I have a yellow pair to match his hat around here somewhere!!)Julianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134771358325901297noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-51280029300630347692016-01-06T09:01:49.577-05:002016-01-06T09:01:49.577-05:00Love the color combo on the hat! The mustard-yello...Love the color combo on the hat! The mustard-yellow is so perfect!Alinahttp://giftofknitting.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-26731455745008857482016-01-06T00:13:45.724-05:002016-01-06T00:13:45.724-05:00I just can't take the fact that I had that soc...I just can't take the fact that I had that sock yarn all along!MamaBirdEmmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08953172914077823820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-90430033411657225492015-12-18T00:36:35.904-05:002015-12-18T00:36:35.904-05:00Reading in the middle of the night with a sleeping...Reading in the middle of the night with a sleeping baby on my chest, I'll be back for the video later!Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04419296967499719581noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-58303121245725139162015-12-17T20:15:22.111-05:002015-12-17T20:15:22.111-05:00I love those slippers!!I love those slippers!!MamaBirdEmmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08953172914077823820noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-79286910758752727692015-12-16T11:12:59.593-05:002015-12-16T11:12:59.593-05:00The hat is adorable! Can't wait to watch your...The hat is adorable! Can't wait to watch your podcast when my kiddos are having quiet time!Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12261179479821073705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-37833399.post-31257310517919138962015-12-10T19:42:05.272-05:002015-12-10T19:42:05.272-05:00I can't watch your video because I'm at wo...I can't watch your video because I'm at work, but oh my goodness, you have a lot going on! I'm in love with all your bright, colorful socks, and those slippers! How are you liking "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes"? I read it earlier this year and liked it pretty well, though it was definitely eye-opening! Apparently it might become a TV show.Lindsayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09065930972046877154noreply@blogger.com