Posted by: Ellie on: September 16, 2007
So we’ve been in Chicago since Thursday night. I worked on my socks on the plane-the lady next to me was quite fascinated by the complexity of the stitching and consequently was quite chatty. Not unexpectedly, after several rows, I noticed a weird problem. Down about 8 rows was a stich looking like it had [...]
Posted by: Ellie on: September 11, 2007
Last Friday, I sold my first skein of yarn on my etsy shop. I hope that that will only be the first of many, but who knows. I do love dyeing yarn, and if I live another 100 years, maybe I can knit them all up myself.
I’ve been working on my Fawkes Socks; [...]
Posted by: Ellie on: September 4, 2007
I entered these in a contest but was not selected so I can share them here. I finished them in July and they will count as Sock #6 for SOS. Here is pattern .california-dreamin-clog-socks.pdf. Also available on Free Patterns page.
Posted by: Ellie on: September 3, 2007
What type of pet do you choose as your companion at Hogwarts?
I would have a owl because in the Muggle world I am allergic to cats which would have been my first choice.
While shopping in Hogsmeade you stop by Honeydukes for some sweets. What treats do you purchase for yourself?
Chocolate frogs
A potion you [...]
Posted by: Ellie on: September 3, 2007
Here a small peek at my Hogwarts socks, finally done to my satisfaction.
Posted by: Ellie on: September 1, 2007
So I finally did it. I opened up an Etsy shop to sell all the yarns I’ve been dyeing. Come and take a look. I will be posting more tomorrow. I would appreciate feedback from any who care to leave it. I am going to have better pictures soon. My husband has graciously agreed to [...]