KrisKnit

A Little Bit of Spinning Does a Heart Good

2010-04-02T06:42:00.000-04:00

Been consistently working on spinning up some Superwash Merino for a pair of socks. This will be my first attempt and because it is my first time I'm finding that I'll have to have a pair of socks with different color heels and toes (and maybe cuffs). Still working on the singles at this time (pictures to follow) but I'm hoping to finish those today and begin some navajo plying this weekend. The last go at n-plying was shaky so I want to make sure I have PLENTY of time set aside so I don't have to stop in the middle. I seem to have a really tough time picking up where I left off with this technique.

On the movie front there has been a serious influx of activity. Wednesday night we watched Sherlock Holmes. It was entertaining but moved a little slow for my taste, although I do love watching Robert Downey, Jr. and Jude Law go back and forth in an English accent. I'd watch it again and am hoping the sequel turns out better since the first movie always has a lot of set up of characters.

Last night we watched a kids movie (it's a bit too shameful to name) and let's just say that it was really bad and leave it at that:)

This is Easter weekend and I hope everyone has nice weather and good times with family and friends!

Stomach issues but knitting accomplished

2010-03-24T17:19:00.001-04:00

Home all day sick with either an inflamed appendix or an ovarian cyst (no diagnosis, just pain). Although painful, is it bad that I'm happy to make serious progress on my Mixed Berry Waffle Socks? All while watching the Food Network and Top Chef as well as finishing a book and starting another...not sure I get this much accomplished on a regular work day!

Back on the blogging boat?

2010-02-26T14:22:00.000-05:00

It's been five (that's right) five long months since I have purchased yarn... Why you ask? That's because when I did my 101 in 1001 list one of my goals was to not purchase yarn until Stitches South 2010. What was I thinking?! The last couple of months the diet was easy, I was too busy to get onto Ravelry, going through my stash was exciting and brought loads of possibilities, but now...now I'm aching for a wooly purchase. What's a girl to do? Should I add another FAIL to my 101 in 1001 list, or should I tough it out? I only have two more LONG months....long stressful months. What to do, what to do...

Oh Tuesdays...

2009-11-17T10:55:00.000-05:00

They aren't fun! It's starting to pick up at work again which is nice but not really exciting per say.I like to be busy but I don't like to be stressed which is what we're bordering on this week.

I can't believe Thanksgiving is next week...how did this happen?!? I'm desperately trying to finish my sister's cabled felted bag and I still need to spin up some yarn for my mom for Christmas, and shockingly I'm running out of time.

Hey Universe, can I just get a few more hours in the day, preferably with sunlight? Thanks:)

Spinning fun

2009-10-22T16:39:00.000-04:00

Yesterday I spent some time spinning a beautiful superwash merino roving in the colorway Black Coffee. I received it from my sister for my birthday and it's a joy to spin! Even though I LOVE knitting with alpaca, I think I enjoy spinning merino more than anything else (but to be fair I haven't spun much else except for other merino blends). Pictures to come...hopefully.

Halloween is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than a vampire film. Here's a great article on a film every vamp lover will enjoy. Thanks to Joss Whedon I'm a big fan of the pointy-fanged genre (even though everything has gotten a bit out of hand thanks to Twilight) and I want everyone to see Let the Right One In. Even it you are not a lover of foreign films this one is worth watching because it really is that good.

In knitting, the Fake Isle Hat from my handspun is complete-hooray! Still plugging along on the cable felted bag for my sister--7.5" out of 20" done. I think I can, I think I can.

It's been a long, long time...

2009-10-21T16:24:00.000-04:00

Much has been happening since my last post (which I think was like 2 years ago?!) My knitting experience has expanded, I've gotten a Ladybug spinning wheel and have been playing with that, and DH, his friends and I have started a new movie website Flix66. It's amazing how life can change so drastically in such a short amount of time.

Right now most of my time is consumed by previously mentioned website and although that is exciting and new, I'm having a tough time trying to balance everything I want to do with my life right now. There are so many things I want to try, learn and read that it's becoming a bit overwhelming. I have a constant to-do list that gets longer but not so much shorter...is this normal? I find myself thinking "Gee, would getting the flu be so bad? I mean I could spend a couple of days coughing, sneezing and sleeping plus get some knitting done as well as watch some movies--what's the biggie?" Somehow this train of thought seems very wrong. So I'm going to try and blog more often about my goals and accomplishment and probably do some linkage to my writing, which is gradually (very gradually) improving with each article/review. So here's the first link: He Said/She Said: Sex and the City this is one of my personal favorites and I really enjoy the actual column--a different perspective from opposite genders. Hooray!

Bad Blogger...

2007-12-08T20:27:00.001-05:00

Here is my most awesome package that my wonderful HSKS3 pal Tia sent me over a month ago! I know I suck, but I my camera died a horrible death and I had to take some more pictures.

So here are a few. She sent me a beautifully made booga bag in my Hufflepuff colors, beautiful Lorna's Laces sock yarn in "Bee Stripe" colorway, a set of US1 DPN's-they are small and adorable! A Cookie A pattern (I'm scared but excited!)
Look at the cute plates too!! And the mini Hedwig and HP treats-I was so spoiled.

So here are my pictures, late but up, finally. So sorry Tia:(

Been Crazy!

2007-11-08T07:06:00.000-05:00

With the first week of November sneaking up on me I've been unable to dutifully post all of my wonderful pictures of the package Tia sent me as well as of the package that Pen sent me from the Football swap. I'm a bad blogger, no cookie!

Luckily, I have had time to complete a few projects: 1 Blueberry Waffle Sock, 1 roll brim hat for my nephew (if 4 days--I'm feeling very good about this one), and a cabled newsboy hat for my sister. I'm bound and determined to get pictures of all of these to post but with enrolling in school, looking for a new job and working at my current job have made my life a little hectic. I'm hoping to make a list (they rock) and get my rear in some kind of gear!

More later...

Hufflepuff Champs!!

2007-10-22T16:47:00.000-04:00

Scavenger Hunt

2007-10-18T13:10:00.000-04:00

Quidditch: Final Round

2007-10-18T13:02:00.001-04:00

1. What was the name of the book Dumbledore left for Hermione in his will?
a. The Tales of Beedle the Bard

2. Whose sign was on Xenophilius Lovegood's chest?
d. Grindewald

3. Was October 30, 1980 the night that Lilly and James Potter died?
b. No

4. What's another name for the Elder Wand?
a. Deathstick

5. Whose Potterwatch code name was 'Rodent'?
d. Fred

6. What was so special about the peacocks at the Malfoy Manor?
d. They were all white

7. Who does Harry say was "probably the bravest man I knew?"
a. Snape

8. What thing was Lockhart giving Hagrid advice about getting out of a well?
b. Kelpies

9. What was the occupation of Colin Creevey's father?
d. Milkman

10. Which Professor of Hogwarts was a dueling champion when he was young?
a. Flintwick

Cast On

2007-10-15T06:56:00.000-04:00

Just cast on for the Cabled Newsboy Cap last week and it is coming along nicely. I'm using the magic loop method which I really enjoy--can't wait to try that out on socks as well as trying two socks on two circs. Luckily I think I may have enough sock yarn to last me...especially since I just bought my first skein of Socks That Rock in the Little Bunny Foo Foo colorway--so excited!

2007-10-07T18:19:00.001-04:00

Check out my first pair of socks!! They are short and small (I have size 5 feet) and these babies have given me the sock bug. My feet shall never be cold again.

And check out these little football stitch markers I made for my Football Along partner--I had to make some for myself too!

Clay is fun! It doesn't smell like the Play-Doh I used to play with, plus I get to put them in the oven to bake (like a big kid).

Ravelry!

2007-10-05T21:15:00.000-04:00

Yea!!! I just got my ravelry invite and I'm up and running. If anyone would like to be a friend over there please give me a holler (cause I love friends:)). Over there my id is krisknit.

HSKS3 Quidditch: Round Two

2007-10-04T18:54:00.001-04:00

1. In Deathly Hallows what does Harry step on when exiting his room to wash his cut?
c. A teacup

2. Which two members of the Order of Phoenix came to escrot the Dursleys to a safe place?
b. Dedalus Diggle & Hestia Jones

3. In order to throw off the Death Eaters, several of Harry's friends take Polyjuice Potion to resemble him and each Harry goes with a different member of the Order of the Phoenix to a different location. Where do Ron (disguised as Harry) and Tonks go?
a. Aunti Muriel's house

4. At Bill and Fleur's wedding, Harry must disguise himself by taking Polyjuice Potion and takes on the appearnce of a redheaded Muggle boy from Ottery St. Catchpol. He was introduced to wedding guests as Cousin . . .
c. Barny

5. Kingsley sends a message via Patronus to warn the Weasleys and wedding guests of the coming Death Eaters. What form does his Patronus take?
b. A lynx

6. In the Half-Blood Prince what drink does Romilda Vane try to give Harry?
d. Gillywater

7. What is the name of the person that heads the Holyhead Harpies?
a. Gwenog Jones

8. What tatoo is Harry reported to have on his chest?
b. Hippogriff

9. What color robes do the staff at Weasley's shop wear?
b. Magenta

10. Where do Nicolas Flamel and his wife Perenelle live?
d. Devon

Go Hufflepuffs!!!

1st Pair of Socks Completed!!

2007-09-30T15:31:00.001-04:00

That's right--I just completed my first pair of socks!!! I can't believe I waited so long to make my first pair--I'm now on a serious sock kit and my sock yarn stash has increased dramatically this past weekend (although it was my birthday so I think it was meritted).

I will post pictures when I get a chance!

HSKS Package almost ready...

2007-09-23T20:51:00.000-04:00

Yup, that's right I'm close to being able to send this puppy out! I finished the bag this afternoon and am happy about the results. With just a few more items coming in the mail, I'm hoping to have this ready to send out the first week of October!!

Second Sock

2007-09-17T18:44:00.001-04:00

Yes! I finally cast that bad boy on this past week and am at the place that I messed it up last time. Keeping my fingers crossed for a good outcome!

Quidditch: Round 1!

2007-09-13T15:52:00.000-04:00

1. Who is the Hogwarts teacher that Voldemort performed the Avada Kedavra curse on in Deathly Hallows?

B. Charity Burbage

2. Who replaces the Muggles studies teacher in Deathly Hallows?

C. Alecto Carrow

3. When Harry meets Mr. Ollivander for the first time, which wand law is introduced?

C. The wand chooses the wizard

4. According to Mr. Ollivander, what is not necessary to take true possession of another wizard's wand?

A. to kill the owner

5. If you know anything about Harry Potter, you will know that Harry's Patronus is a stag. But what is his best friend Ron Weasley's Patronus?

D. Jack Russel Terrier

6. Now for the third member of the trio. What form does Hermione Granger's Patronus take?

A. Otter

7. What did Mrs. Weasley make to eat the first night Harry arrived at Grimmauld Place?

A. Stew

8. In book 5, at the start of term feast, what is Ron eating when trying to talk to Nearly Headless Nick?

C. Roast Potato

9. A half-giant called Rubeus Hagrid takes you to Diagon Alley for the first time. To get there, you go into the courtyard of a pub called the Leaky Cauldron. There, Hagrid taps a certain brick on the courtyard wall three times with his pink umbrella, revealing the entrance to Diagon Alley. As he decides which brick to tap, he mutters instructions to himself. What instructions does he mutter?

B. Three up...two across

10. The first place you go in Diagon Alley is Gringotts bank, where you can withdraw money from your vault and Hagrid can withdraw a top-secret package from Vault No. 713 on Dumbledore’s orders. On the second set of doors leading into the bank you notice a poem written. These are the first two lines:Enter, stranger, but take heedOf what awaits the sin of greed,What is the next line?

D. For those who take, but do not earn

Go Hufflepuffs!!!

Sock Problems

2007-09-12T06:56:00.000-04:00

I had to frog my entire second sock last night...it was sad. I had that thing on my needles for two months and I finally was able to work on it and what do I do? In the words of Knitty D and the City--it was FAST and WRONG! I was on a roll and thought I was going to cast off by this weekend until I noticed last night that my heel was a bit short--not a bit, a lot short. After checking out my pattern, I realized that I only had made the heel flap 1/4" instead of 2 and 1/4" inch--so not cool. I frogged back to the heel and decided to go the whole length since I kinda stink at picking up stitches. Looking on the bright side: I could use the extra practice...

Finished Project !!

2007-09-09T17:02:00.000-04:00

Finally finished the Irish Hiking Scarf and in less than a month. No mind that it took at least six hours a week (not including weekends) to complete this project but it's done!!

Also I purchased my supplies for my knitting bag for my HSKS3 partner and also made a couple of extras for her and my football along partner. I'd say more but don't want to ruin the surprise! As soon as I'm sure my swapee's get the packages I'll post pictures.

Stash Purge

2007-09-06T07:04:00.001-04:00

Recently I've acquired some serious amounts of acyrilic yarn-like about 50-75 skeins. This is more acyrilic than anyone should have and I want to get rid of it. Most of it is brand new with the label still in good condition. I did the Cubs for Kids project with it (from the Football-along)so I think it would be perfect for charity knitting of this nature. If anyone out there wants a couple of skeins I would be happy to send them along to you for free. Glad to have them go to someone who will use it! Shipping could get a bit expensive if I get a lot of people wanting, so if you feel it in the depths of your heart to send a couple of bucks for shipping costs I'd be most grateful. :)
If you would like a couple of skeins please leave a comment with your email and I'll contact you to get your shipping info.

Cheers!

2007-09-03T20:16:00.000-04:00

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Hufflepuff Pride!

2007-09-02T21:32:00.000-04:00

Just thought I'd show a little class spirit and post this lovely banner on my blog--Go Hufflepuffs!!

Comments

2007-09-01T23:19:00.000-04:00

Don't know how to respond to comments left by anyone on my post so I'll just do it here (I will get this blog thing down eventually:))

First, Thanks Tia for leaving me some comments--I'm excited to get to know you this month and although I'm not a fan of Halloween, I do love how all of the candy are wrapped individually and then put in monster bags. I bought four bags last year, had 2 trick-or-treaters and had a wonderful November:)

Second, to 'Wings', no I'm not in the irish hiking scarf KAL, I should join it but I'm actually close to being finished. I need to start checking these things before starting a project--great way to meet new people!!

Thanks for all the comments--I'm shocked that anyone is even reading my blog!!

Happy Labor Day

HSKS3 Questionnaire

2007-08-30T20:30:00.000-04:00

1. What Hogwarts house have you been sorted into?
Hufflepuff!!
2. List your favorite double-point needle brands, including size and length. Or would you prefer circulars?
Right now I only own some aluminum ones, so I am completely open to anything new although I'd love to try something unique. I've never knit socks on circulars but I've been wanting to learn to avoid that "second sock" syndrome :)
3. Would you like to try a new brand needle? If so, which brand? Size? Length? I would love to try anything new and will be thrilled with whatever my partner chooses. I do prefer shorter needles (because my feet are a bit small, size 5)
4. If you are a RAVENCLAW, do you prefer the colors in the film or the book? Do you have a strong preference?
I'm a Hufflepuff :)
5. Do you have any allergies?
No allergies to food or fiber--bring on the chocolate and wool!!
6. If you are swapping scarves - what is your desired length for the pattern? This will help your partner find the pattern that is just right for you and buy yarn accordingly.
Socks for me thanks ;)

Swap Partners

2007-08-30T14:12:00.000-04:00

Yippee!! Got an email from Tiapixy (isn't that a cute name) and she told my who my swap partners are (Tia will be sending to me and I'll be sending to Laurie). I'm so excited and have had to make myself work instead of surfing the web trying to find Ravenclaw related items. I'm so excited for the swap, and the fact that someone posted a tutorial on how to make stitch markers (which by the way I don't own a single stitch marker--shameful) so I'm super pumped and feeling that small creative streak in me coming out. :)

Tonight I hope to have a nice list of questions for Laurie to get to know her so I guess I'd better work on that...more later.

And finally, that sweater set is on it's way to Jen at the Football-Along. It's been sitting here patiently on my table waiting for me to go to the post office (which for some reason I really hate doing). Off it goes to NY--goodbye first sweater I ever knit, have a happy life.

Let the swapping begin!

2007-08-29T19:06:00.000-04:00

I'm awaiting an email from my prefect to find out who my swap partners will be for HSKS3--so pumped! I swear I've never checked my email so much before in my life. I know it's because it's my first swap so this means that I will actually be interacting with other knitters as opposed to just knitting along virtually. I've already been surfing the web to see what goodies are out there since my city is too far away from a BIG city (I'm in Vero Beach, FL). Although I may just have to take a trip up to Orlando or down to West Palm...

Tonight I work on the never-ending Irish Hiking Scarf trying to finish it before I hole myself up for the weekend and watch season 1 of Heroes!

Halfway Point...

2007-08-26T21:18:00.000-04:00

that is where I am on the Irish Hiking Scarf. Exactly two weeks working on it, which is a lot but since it is my first cable project I'm feeling pretty good about myself. :)

Three more days until the HSKS3 sign-ups end and then I'll be partnered with someone--I'm oh so excited!

2007-08-23T18:47:00.001-04:00

The Weasley Clock Afghan from Charmed Knits that will most likely be completed around this time in 2008 or 2009 (seriously, I hope I can finish before then)!

This is the first time I've ever attempted intarsia so I'm keeping my fingers crossed that it will not end up looking lacey.

2007-08-23T18:46:00.001-04:00

The never ending socks that I'm desperate to finish since I just bought three more skeins of sock yarn (shame on me)

2007-08-23T18:44:00.000-04:00

The Irish Hiking Scarf that will be a present for my father (and hope to have completed by September 27th)...

2007-08-23T18:39:00.000-04:00

My teddy bear sweater for my Football Along in 49ers colors...not too shabby for my first sweater if I do say so.

Hogwarts Sock Kit Swap 3

2007-08-23T13:01:00.000-04:00

All signed up for the third Hogwarts Sock Kit Swap and they are still taking students who dig socks! :)

August 29th is the last day so head on over there (<= check out my button) before it's too late!!

Long Time...

2007-08-22T06:56:00.000-04:00

It's been so long since I've posted but have kept the knitting going! I've finished my teddy bear scarf and sweater for my Football Along and need to take pictures tonight and post them on my blog so I can send them off. The sweater is cute but I'm not sure why they chose a stockinette stitch for the scarf because it just rolls up so much--oh well, since it took me like 2 hours if they don't like it they can toss it.

I've also been working on my Irish Hiking Scarf that will be a present for my dad this coming September. I'm trying desperately to finish it before my parents come to visit--17 inches done and only 38 inches to go...putting it like that does not sound so encouraging. :)

My socks haven't been touched but I have purchased two more skeins of sock yarn--so bad of me but I had to! The colorways were dyed after the Knight Bus from HP and the other from Giles from Buffy TVS. How could I pass it up? Finally I can also start my project for my Buffy KAL.

Lastly, I've tried to sign up for the next Hogwarts Sock Kit Swap. I'm crossing my fingers that I can get in because I'm so excited.

Really hoping to get those pictures posted tonight!!

Preseason Charity Challenge

2007-08-02T07:17:00.000-04:00

Got our first challenge for the Football-Along and I'm well on my way to making sure that teddy bear is warm! I'll be knitting a sweater, hat and scarf for a teddy bear that will be given to a child for Cubs For Kids. I had been looking for charities to knit for and this one had missed my eye but I'm glad I know about it now. I have way to much yarn (from a garage sale) that is good for something like this (it's all acrylic).

The first set will be in 49ers colors and I've already completed half of the back of the sweater. This is the first sweater I've ever done so I'm thinking it will be a good practice run before I get enough guts to start my own sweater. I have until August 31st so I think I'm doing alright so far--just gotta find a few extra minutes to put some stitches on my other projects!!

Pictures of the niners sweater will be coming soon.

WIP's

2007-07-27T18:22:00.000-04:00

Thankfully I only have a couple of projects in progress (will add pictures when I figure out how to--I can admit that I'm a little computer stupid).

The first one is a pair of socks that I've been working on for about 2 months. I'm about halfway through the second one but I really feel if I pick it up again it won't take me too long (seriously, Kris just pick up the sock again)!

The other is a fabulous (at least in the pictures) afghan of the Weasley clock from the Charmed Knits book. Which by the way is a wonderful book and should be picked up immediately if one is a knitter and fan of Harry Potter.

This is a promise to myself to get a small fire under my booty and finish my projects--especially since I'm getting ready to start my first knitalong which I'm super excited about!!

2007-07-26T13:59:00.000-04:00

This is my first post on my first blog--it's crazy since I said I would never do something like this. Oh, well. Hopefully, this will help me keep track of projects and thoughts throughout the years.

Happy blogging to me!