A little tutorial?

A tutorial....of sorts (who knew?!)

I use this toe pattern for all the socks I do and you end up with a nicely rounded toe.  I was writing the 'structions out for someone and thought perhaps some of you who are sock knitters might like to give it a try.

Row 1:  K6, K2 tog, place marker(s).   

Rows 2 & 3: Knit even.   

Row 4: K5, K 2 tog

Rows 5 & 6 :  Knit even
Row 7:  K4, K 2 tog
Rows 8 & 9:  K even
Row 10:  K3, K2 tog
Rows 11 & 12:  K even
Row 13: K2, K2 tog
Rows 14 & 15:  K even
Row 16: K 1; K2 tog

Row 17 & 18:  K even
Row 19:  K2 tog and then sew the stitches together.

- THESE are really cute, especially the Hello Spring project.

- Of course THIS caught my eye!

- THESE are cute and something to perhaps have on hand as your garden starts to grow.

- Have a peek through the creation galleries of THIS artist!

Today's quote is from Alison Faulkner....  "Enough is a decision, not an amount"

A little update

 Here is the landscape as it stands right now - quilting is underway and once that is done I can start adding more details.  

Sorry about the horrible photo - my photo program simply would not allow me to do anything with the image.  Actually the whole computer is acting up so not sure if it's at fault or if there's something else going on.  

- THIS is an interesting article about the benefits of being creative.  Although it uses quilting as the 'base', you can easily substitute knitting/crocheting/weaving/painting or whatever else you choose to pursue.

- If you are (or know of) a fan of Harry Potter, perhaps THIS might intrigue you.

- THIS is a really nice bag that would serve so many uses.

- Have a peek through the galleries of THIS artist!

Today's quote...

A little glimpse

 The new landscape still isn't to the point of getting decent photos, but here's a little glimpse for you...

- THESE look like they'd be fun to make (and would make lovely gifts too!).

- THIS is a new-to-me method of knitting that you might find interesting as well.

- Perhaps you'd like to make one of THESE for your spring/summer wardrobe.

Today's quote...

In the beginning...

 Yes, I'm in the beginning stages of a new landscape but nothing worth showing you as yet.  So...another pair of socks came off my needles and are heading for the Christmas box...

Usual pattern using Paton's Kroy yarn.

- I came across THIS listing and it reminded me of doing this type of craft probably back in the 60's.  Wonder if it will enjoy a resurgence?

- Have a peek through the galleries of THIS artist!

- Although there are no instructions to make any of THESE I really enjoyed the breath of spring I felt while I looked through them.  Perhaps you could use some of the pictures for inspiration.

- THIS looks like it would be a fun process...albeit probably a tad messy! Has me wondering how it would work on fabric.

Today's quote is from Reba McEntire..."To succeed in life, you need three things: a wishbone, a backbone, and a funny bone"

Introducing...'Cherry Blossom Dreams'!

 

"CHERRY BLOSSOM DREAMS"
measures approx. 23x21"

FOR SALE!!!

- HERE is a cute project that would be fun to make.

- I thought THIS was rather interesting, although getting the supplies locally might be a bit of an issue.  Would be a great use for an old leather coat though!

- THIS is an awwww-thing (at least I thought so)

- I really enjoyed scrolling through THESE for inspiration.

- Those of you who might be interested in weaving might enjoy THESE.

Today the quote is from Will Rogers..."Live in such a way that you would not be ashamed to sell your parrot to the town gossip"

Narrowing in

 The latest landscape will soon be done but it's not quite ready to be totally unveiled just yet.  For now, here's a closeup of the foreground...

- THESE might be a fun project for Easter.

- THIS would be a great use for some of your scraps.

- If you're a quilter and struggle with making Flying Geese, have a read through THIS post filled with great tips.

- Perhaps you'd like to make one of THESE to grace your home this spring.

Today's quote...'Forgive yourself for not knowing earlier what only time could teach"

A question - and yet another yawn-worthy knit

 These just came off my knitting needles....

My usual pattern and Kroy sock yarn.

I came across this on Pinterest and was intrigued about the possibilities, but I can't find the originator.  Do any of you know?  I don't want to use the image and then find out I've broken any copyright laws.  I rather suspect it was originally meant to be a quilt pattern so perhaps copyright might not be so much of an issue.  I envision 'lifting' the couple and placing them into a landscape scene.  Thoughts???

And....over the weekend I picked up my new ring which was custom made using 'bits' of gold I had lurking in my jewelry box with the addition of some sapphires (simply because I like them and they are also the stone for September, the month we were married).  It's not a great picture...sorry...

- Although the instructions aren't available for THESE, they show some good ideas for using some of those buttons you have lurking in your stash.

- I rather like THIS and wonder if the technique could be used to create a jacket...hmmm.....

- Those of you who might be interested in weaving would like to see  what THIS amazing artist does (this is only one of her galleries, be sure to check out them all).

- THIS just proves you can make a bag out of pretty much anything.

- HERE is a fun little project that could be adapted to use what you have.

Today's quote...

And....yet more....

 I think maybe I'm French knotted out for the time being!  Here's the latest section of the landscape...

- I'd like to try making some of THESE.  And THESE too!

- I love the creations of THIS amazing artist! I really wish I could learn to make what she does.  Seeing her creations sent me on a quest and I came across THIS - not as beautiful but it's a start.

- HERE is something you might like to do if you have some old jeans.

Today's quote is from Danny Thomas..."There are two kinds of people in this world.  The givers and the takers.  The takers sometimes eat better but the givers always sleep better"

more French knots!

 I know, I'm a glutton for punishment aren't I!  There are more French knots happening in this section of the landscape...

- If you like birds, I think you'd like seeing the work of  THIS artist!

- Of course you know I'd like THIS!

- Easter is coming and I know at least a couple of you would love THIS!

- And THESE would be a pretty addition for spring.  As would one of THESE.

Today's quote...

Yet more French knots

 I decided that the flower swaths needed to be enhanced with embroidery...so...more French knots, along with fly stitches and some lazy daisies here and there.  I don't know how well you can see the stitching in this picture, but hopefully you can...

(sorry about the sideways picture, but my computer is refusing to set it right)

- There's a virtual gallery of fabric art HERE.

- And be sure to have a look at what THIS amazing artist does - using paper!!!

- I wouldn't have thought of this use for THESE (but I would use one for keeping wayward sewing supplies in check).

- Have  a peek at the creations of THIS amazing artist!

- There are lots of free knit and crochet patterns HERE.

Today's quote is from Mr. Rogers..."We live in a world in which we need to share responsibility.  It's easy to say, 'It's not my child, Not my community; Not my world; Not my problem.  Then there are those who see the need and respond.  I consider those people my heroes"

Ah one, ah two -

 Yes, two wraps on each French knot, done with two strands of DMC floss...

Sorry about the basting threads!

- Making THESE would be fun!

- and perhaps THESE too.

- Or how about giving THIS a try?

Today's quote...

A little more spring in my studio

 I've added some cherry blossoms and am currently boring myself silly making innumerable French knots to create the tree in the distance.  

- I rather like THIS but I'd want to add an additional row (perhaps two)

- THIS might be fun for either yourself or make as a gift.

- If you like crazy quilting, perhaps you'd like to see THIS article.