My poor blog has suffered of late. Cast aside in the face of endless hours of work, much shaking of fist at Microsoft over the whole Daylight Savings Time change and the havoc that it wreaks, wrecks? I've been completely drowned in work, and only today has there been even a hint of an end. I haven't even had a chance to barely do any knitting, and my mood has suffered for it. I even missed out on meeting up with the usual suspects at Rebecca's last weekend, But finally, finally, sweet Jesus Mary and Juan Valdez.. FINALLY - it's time to relax and unwind at last.
Last night I managed to pick up Mariah - the only big project that I'm working on, and will work on until I'm done with her (socks do not count, and lace might not count either - I haven't decided yet). I'd forgotten how much I love the cabling, and discovered that armed with my Knitpicks Pattern Holder (love this thing - you must get one) I can actually knit pretty challenging cable while watching TV.
I am about 2/3 of the way done with the sleeves, all sorts of modifications to the body brewing in my head. Lengthening, adding short rows at the boobal area, no hood, maybe a button front instead of a zipper, or even a pullover instead of cardigan, maybe a collar - oh the possibilities. It's going to go to my sister I think, unless I decide that I want to keep it for myself. Considering I'm significantly more.. um.. ample than she is - I'd better decide soon.
Not content with just knitting - I've taken a stab at sewing as well. Here is an even more neglected dress - which will probably remain neglected till closer to summer. It just needs to be seamed up the sides - which is what - 10 minutes? If even that. But no - I revel in my slackmaster like abilities.
I think it's going to be darn cute, and the boobages will be flirtily on display. And you can't underestimate the value of flirty boobs.
As if I didn't have enough junk laying around related to various hobbies, I've also tried my hand at wire jewelry. This is pretty darn fun. Note for the day: The higher the number "gauge" the thinner the wire. These earrings were super easy to whip up but the wire I used was a little too delicate so if you yank on them they will definitely bend out of shape. Purty though - gifts for a few teenage girls I know.
On a more personal note, I found out that my parents were sick when they went to Vietnam. No it wasnt birdflu. They both got chest x-rays and the doctor there found a mass in my dad's left lung. The big C word was whispered about, and my sister and I freaked out quietly. When he got home he went to his regular doctor, got scanned again. No cancer - it was pneumonia.
My dad's a crusty old sort - and it's much too soon for him to go anywhere.
I missed you blogland - glad to be back.
Glad to see you back...can you come to the bar on Sunday? Big sigh of relief from me on your parent's news--Nick listened to the voicemail and passed it along, I'm sorry I didn't call to say so beforebut I think you know how it is.
That dress will be lovely, I dig those lines.
Posted by: Wendy | Friday, February 16, 2007 at 11:37 PM
No can do unfortunately on the bar knitting. Its Vietnamese New Year and I'll be stuffing my face and emptying my wallet into little red envelopes that afternoon.
Posted by: Nancy | Friday, February 16, 2007 at 11:53 PM
Right there with ya! Aw, sweet light. Too much darn work. Your sleeves are cable-liscious. Isn't that cable holder the bomb? Love mine too. You are one crafty gal - geez - beautiful dress, pretty earrings!!
So glad to hear your dad's OK!
Posted by: jillian | Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 06:54 AM
What are you knitting your Mariah from? I love the bluey-green-ness of it.
Posted by: Jo | Saturday, February 17, 2007 at 05:35 PM
I'm glad to hear good news about your dad! And the dress is awesome-I'm making one almost the same style, only the front will drop down--the better to let my boobs hang out flirtily...
Happy New Year!
Posted by: Heidi | Sunday, February 18, 2007 at 07:47 AM
Hmmm...maybe we should all get together and make jewelry. I have a bunch of stuff I'd like to use. Also, I have your handouts from the sweater class--we mostly spent time measuring. Good to hear your dad is going to be ok :)
Posted by: Cristina (CrissyPo) | Thursday, February 22, 2007 at 09:05 AM
Glad you can see the light at the end of the tunnel! You've been missed! Love the earrings and your Mariah looks awesome.
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Posted by: John | Sunday, March 11, 2007 at 02:58 PM
Pretty earrings, they are nice. I also sometimes do some jewelry crafting with my daughter. We did many earrings, rings, necklaces and bracelets. They also not to much strong, but it's enough for her school parties. Much more important for me to spend a good time with my kid!
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