Monthly Archives: February 2016

More edge

Posted on February 29, 2016 by wonkydonkey

I’m about a quarter of the way along the bottom edge.  Still plenty to knit.

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Edging along

Posted on February 26, 2016 by wonkydonkey

This morning I turned the corner on my Calista May shawl, and started the border (in brown). 

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Linen stitch

Posted on February 22, 2016 by wonkydonkey

A little bit of kismet in action in this yarn / project pairing. I spun this up right after getting my WooLee Winder. I was learning, and so it’s a little under-spun, with thick and thin bits. But it’s soft … Continue reading →

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Alpaca mesh

Posted on February 20, 2016 by wonkydonkey

I pulled a skein of Baby Alpaca Grande from the stash and made a mesh cowl. Very easy one- skein project, and the fabric is nice and drapey. Soft, too. The color is a deep blue green. Knit on US … Continue reading →

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No room

Posted on February 18, 2016 by wonkydonkey

Another thing about worsted weight, it takes more room on the needles – and my shawl is rapidly exceeding its space allotment and is in danger of leaping off while in my bag. I’ve left it at home today while … Continue reading →

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A very woolly story

Posted on February 17, 2016 by wonkydonkey

I am fortunate to be located just twenty miles or so from where the Madrona Fiber Retreat is held each February. This proximity makes it easy for me to go all four days, to enjoy the market and demonstrations in small … Continue reading →

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So, you want a new job?

Posted on February 15, 2016 by wonkydonkey

During the day I work in an office, and we are hiring for several positions (we’ve been busy!). I thought I’d share some resume / job application tips to folks who may be searching for a job. Remember: you only … Continue reading →

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Bag time

Posted on February 12, 2016 by wonkydonkey

I took a break from knitting to do a little more sewing – small project bags. These still need drawstrings but are otherwise done.

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Mad Hatter

Posted on February 8, 2016 by wonkydonkey

This is one colorful hat! The brim gets folded and sewn. Wonderland Yarns; there’s enough yarn for matching mitts.

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Quickly, from the air

Posted on February 4, 2016 by wonkydonkey

Well, not really – I’m back on the ground now, but I took this picture in the air: I’m in Las Vegas for a couple days and the phone is going away as soon as I post this. Two days … Continue reading →

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