Episode 34 - Back to Basics

Show Notes
Works in ProgressJeweled Cowl by Sachiko UemuraMalabrigo Lace in Indiecita on US7/4.5mm
Lopi tote by Adrian BiziliaCascade 22- in Harley Davidson colors on US11/8mm
Storm Cloud Shawlette by Hanna BreetzFreia Handpaints Flux Sport in Grapevine on US7/4.5mm
Spinning2.5 oz. spun of the BFL from MelinoLeisl in HeckenrosenWill spin the rest up and 2-ply it. Also started spinning the complementary green. Will also spin that up and 2-ply it.Plan is to do a striped shawl (My Wish?) out of it.
What's NextKAL w/ Knittin' on the Fly!From October 1st-31st, we will be knitting on the Ambroso Mittens by Carol FellerSuper secret test knit starting shortlyKoi Rama Mystery KAL
In The Book BagFor me:Happy Chaos by Soleil Moon FryeAbraham Lincoln Vampire Hunter by Seth Grahame-SmithTwo Miserable Presidents by Steve SheinkinWildly Affordable Organic by Linda WatsonFresh Fashion Knits (edited by Kate Buller)Seamless (or nearly seamless) Knits by Andra Knight-Bowman
For Collin:Rescue Bunnies by Doreen Cronin & Scott MenchinWow! said the Owl by Tim HopgoodBedtime for Bear by Brett HelquistDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus by Mo Willems *** LOVE ***Bedtime at the Swamp by Kristyn CrowA Bear and His Boy by Sean BryanDiego's Egyptian Expedition (adapted by Emily Sollinger)Diego in the Dark (adapted by Cynthia Stierle

Episode 33 - On A Roll

Show Notes

Walk for Alzheimers - madaboutmatisse (Denise)

Please click HERE to donate to her walk on October 2nd

Podcaster Challenge ends this weekend!!! Please post your FOs and bears to the group no later than midnight on the 27th (I will lock the thread that night)

Voting will be in the PODCASTERS CHALLENGE board on Ravelry, so be sure to join that group so you can vote! 

And since I'm from Chicago, I have to say it - "Vote Early, Vote Often." ;)

Works in Progress
Fulled Lopi Tote by Adrian Bizilia (for mom)
Cascade 220 held double in Black & Orange on US 11/8mm


Storm Cloud Shawlette by Hanna Breetz
Knitwhits/Freia Handpaints - Freia Flux Sport in Grapevine on US 7/4.5mm


Finished Objects
3S Shawl by Amy Meade
Fibernymph Dye Works 100% Polwarth in Hot Time, Summer in the City
Spun 2-ply and knit on US 6/4mm


Basic Newborn Hat by Jennifer Jackson - #1 (White) and #2 (Green)
Crochet Newborn Cap by Me
Berroco Comfort Worsted on US 7/4.5mm


Spinning
MelinoLiesl 5.57oz. BFL in Heckenrosen (which, according to my Google-fu, translates roughly as Wild Roses and this picture really does remind me of the fiber colors. Well done, Melanie!)

A picture of Heckenrosen

What's Next
KAL starting October 1st with Katie of Knittin' on the Fly
We will be knitting the Ambroso Mittens from the Deep Fall Knitty 2011 which just came out this week!

Other new knits to be determined....

What's New!
Wollmeise 80/20 Twin in Jacuzzi
Yarn Pirate Alpaca in Laila
Gale's Art Sock in Scarab
Fiber Optic Foot Notes in Reflections
Three Irish Girls Adorn in Collins
Done Roving Frolicking Feet in Robin Eggs

What's in the Book Bag
The Monster at the End of This Book by Jon Stone
There's A Nightmare In My Closet by Mercer Mayer
There's An Alligator Under My Bed by Mercer Mayer
Shiver Me Letters: A Pirate ABC by June Sobel
Small Saul by Ashley Spires

Extra - A Birthday Surprise!

Thank you SO much to everyone who contributed to the box of lovely gifts, to my lovely friends who bought me at TLE gift certificate, to the lovely friends who gifted me patterns on Ravelry and, of course, to those who wished me a Happy Birthday on Plurk and Rav yesterday!!  You have truly made this an amazing birthday!!
THANK YOU!!!!

Episode 32 - A Very Special Guest

Works in Progress3S Shawl by Amy MeadeFibernymph Dye Works 100% Polwarth in Hot Time, Summer in the City on US6/4mm
Storm Cloud Shawlette by Hanna BreetzFreia Handpaints Sport in Grapevine on US9/5.5mm
Finished Objects!Tappan Zee Cardigan by Amy KingMadelinetosh Tosh DK in Toast on US6/4mm
Tardis StockingMade using TARDISocks by Anna RichardsonDragonfly Fibers Dragon Worsted in December Baby on US7/4.5mm
What's New?Numma Numma DK base in Fruity (thanks Laura!)Owl Bag from Diane of Knitabulls podcast! (Thanks Diane!)Hootie McBoobs and 50/50 Cashmere Silk from Hilary of Hippie Penguin podcast! (Thanks Hilary!)

Ten Years Later

September 11th will be filled with many emotions for many people. While it was a day of tragedy, it was also a day of hope & heroes. Normal people who stepped up. Emergency workers who were fearless & selfless. Strangers comforting strangers. People coming together to pray. It influenced many men and women to go into the armed forces or to serve on local police or firefighter squads. It helped some of us re-prioritize our life. It certainly did change many of us forever. GOD BLESS AMERICA.

Episode 31 - Peace & Productivity

Show Notes
Works in ProgressTappan Zee Cardigan by Amy KingMadelinetosh Tosh DK in Toast on US6/4mm
Cabled Christmas Stocking by Kathy PerryDragonfly Fibers Dragon Worsted in December Baby on US9/5.5mm
Mother Bear Project Bear by Amy BermanLion Brand WoolEase on US 7/4.5mm
What's NextSchool full-time starting September 26th!!
What's NewBaby Llama from Mass Ave KnitsKnitscene Fall 2011 from Fuzzy Wuzzy Yarns
Numma Numma on the way!!
Book BagThere's an Alligator Under My Bed by Mercer MayerElmer and the Lost Teddy by David McKeeLet It Fall by Maryann Cocca-LeffleMouse's First Fall by Lauren ThompsonLeaves! Leaves! Leaves! by Nancy Elizabeth WallaceNo More Diapers for Ducky! by Bernette Ford and Sam WilliamsWink, The Ninja Who Wanted to be Noticed by J.C. PhillipsMailbox magazineKid Made Modern by Todd Oldham** We also picked up Wizard of Oz on blu-ray.  HIGHLY recommend! **

Episode 30 - Vegas Baby!

Show Notes
Get knitting on those bears!  You can still get your pattern at:www.motherbearproject.orgor in the book Knitting for Peace
My pattern for the Podcaster Challenge is the Cabled Christmas Stocking by Kathy PerryI will be using Dragonfly Fibers Worsted in December Baby on US9/5.5mmI am also incorporating the charted cable/texture pattern from the T.A.R.D.I.Socks by Anna Richardson
Please come and KAL with me!  :)
WIPTappan Zee Cardigan by Amy KingMadelinetosh Tosh DK in Toast on US6/4mm
3S Shawl by Amy MeadeMy HandspunFibernymph Dye Works 100% Polwarth in Hot Time, Summer in the City
What's NextI would love to make FOUR stockings, one for each child.  Help me decide how to make them suit each individual while maintaining a cohesive element.  Please?
What's NewThank you to Theresia (Schnueffeltier) , Tiffany (mojaveknitter), Sonya (sewenticing) and Lisa (sockwest) for making the week knitastic and for all of the goodies!  :)
Thank you to Karin (knitful) for the beautiful swap package from TKGASS!  AND SHE HAS A WHEATEN!!  (Maggie says hi!)
Get knitting on those Podcaster Challenge KALs!  Remember, I'm all about bribery so watch for incentives throughout the next couple of weeks both here and on Plurk including trivia questions, progress report rewards and more!