birthday surprise
When I got this unassuming denim looking wrapping paper, I thought it would be good for the men in my life. What a nice surprise it was to see the bandanna print on the other side. Sometimes you just don’t know what wonderful surprise is around the corner. I hope he likes this.
Well another February has rolled around and I finally have begun the sweater project I’ve been longing for. This is the February Lady Sweater knit with Brown Sheep’s Cotton Fleece. I’ve knit two baby versions of this sweater without much problem, but this “grown ass” (pattern author’s own words) size is giving me quite a challenge.
I’ve sent this to the frog pond (rip it, rip it … ) on numerous occasions. You can see the kinked yarn in this photo because it’s been torn out too many times. My solution – thanks to the kind fellow knitters on Ravelry – is to place stitch markers every 7 stitches (gull lace pattern repeat). Some of these little gems are visible. Hopefully I’ll be able to cruise along and only fix mistakes easily located in the error section. My goal is to finish this by the end of this month. My regular job definitely is interferring with my goal setting. Wish me luck!
joy and headache
Dusting of powder sugar
What a beautiful sight to wake up to on Valentine’s morning. This view is right outside my window. I’ll never grow tired of the every changing mood of the mountains. It was so lovely today that we went on a mountain picnic and hike. The serenity of this winter wonderland is so soothing. The steep snowy roads weren’t so relaxing however! At least there weren’t very many people out on the roads. I heart my family and the mountains!
Love
Soon to be Ally's - so be surprised!
This is my valentine’s gift from my husband. Pretty huh? I hate to admit that I equally like the bouquets when they dry out – then I can wrap them with raffia and display. Two for the price of one!
p.s. You almost got a video of my roses because I definitely am technology challenged! Do roses move much?
