Wool Wanderings

In Loving Memory

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 01:29:00 +0000

Fritze passed on January 26, 2011. She was 21 years old (born in Sept 1989). She is missed every day.

A Simple Woman's Daybook

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 18:58:00 +0000

I haven't written here in a long time so I thought I'd start with something simple to ease me into writing on my blog again.

From a Simple Woman's Daybook:

FOR TODAY
December 16, 2009...

Outside my window...
it's a cold day (currently 27F) with flurries

I am thinking...
about making plans for Christmas and New Year's. Also, my birthday is Friday. This time of year I'm reflective about life and where it's going

I am thankful for...
for my partner and my cats.

From the kitchen...
haven't been doing much in the kitchen lately. We've been mostly eating out. I'll have to change that soon.

I am wearing...
black pants and a print shirt (blue, black, green, etc)

I am creating...
always have several projects in process. Current main ones are the Gypsy Shawl and a bead crochet necklace.

I am going...
to get my flute out this weekend and play some carols.

I am reading...
On my Kindle "Casting Off" by Nicole R. Dickson - it takes place on one of the Aran islands and incorporates knitting and spinning in the story

I am hoping...
to write more often in this blog. Just ordered a book of journal prompts from Amazon.

I am hearing...
listening to Christmas music, of course (I start just before Thanksgiving)

Around the house...
not doing much in the way of Christmas decorations this year. Have four mini trees in the living room.

One of my favorite things...
this time of year, I like to snuggle under a blanket with my knitting and the cats and watch Christmas movies

A few plans for the rest of the week...
a party Friday night with partner's business associates. Parting Glass on Saturday to see Jeff Strange.

Here is picture for thought I am sharing...
my rabbit Eggbert (passed on 9/13/2001). Picture taken in December 1996:

Website is back

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 23:34:00 +0000

My website is back up.

kimknits.net is down

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:26:00 +0000

My website is down. I'm still not sure why but am working on it.

More later.

Posting now and then

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Sat, 16 May 2009 23:08:00 +0000

I've been working on the Oregon Shawl. I'm on the last rows before I start the edging. There's not much to post about since every post would be "I've done a few more rows so it's a bigger blob". I'll post a picture when I've done some edging.

I have a sinus infection so I've just been hanging around the house this weekend. Joined Netflix again a couple of weeks ago. I really like the watch instantly feature. So far this weekend, I've watched "Persuasion" and "Sense & Sensibility". Yeah, it's all Austen all the time!

I'm meeting up with a friend next Friday to do some knitting and spinning. It'll be a nice afternoon.

I updated my website so that the front page contains links to my Twitter, Delicious and Ravelry pages.

25 Random Things About Me

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:57:00 +0000

As posted on Facebook:
1. I have 2 cats. I would have more but have found that 2 is enough for me to handle. I had 4 for a while and was constantly cleaning.

2. I hate housework. I always feel like there are so many things that I would rather do.

3. Last year I got rid of about a quarter of my stuff. I plan on getting rid of more this year. Less clutter means the housework is easier.

4. I prefer dark chocolate over milk chocolate.

5. I went to Ireland in 2004. Loved it. Hope to go back there soon.

6. I started playing Runescape last year (an online multiplayer game). It's less gory than the other online games. It sucks up a lot of time but it feels like an escape.

7. Can't wait to retire. I hope to retire when I'm 56. I like my job but would like more control over my time.

8. When I retire, I plan doing some volunteer work and spend lots of time on my hobbies.

9. I have a lot of hobbies - knitting and jewelry making are the main ones.

10. I also like to do stained glass but haven't done that in a while.

11. I read at least one book a week (mostly fiction).

12. I played flute in college. Would like to pick that up again.

13. I'm a computer programmer for New York State.

14. I've worked for New York State for 25 years.

15. I'm allergic to onions.

16. I don't watch much TV. For the few shows that I do watch, I tivo them so that I don't have to watch the commercials.

17. I like watching movies but won't watch any with violence in them.

18. My favorite color is purple.

19. The farthest west I've been is Denver, Co. I went there in 2007 for a Lace Knitting Conference.

20. I love the fall. Always have more energy that time of year.

21. I don't like the summer because of the heat.

22. Up until last year, I used to drink about 2 cans of Pepsi a day. I now have 1 or 2 per week. I drink mostly water now.

23. I love watching wildlife (birds, squirrels, etc) and will often go to the park to bird watch during my lunch hour when the weather is nice.

24. I've lived in the Albany area since I graduated from college.

25. I love music. I listen to mostly celtic, country and rock. I have over 70gb of music on my mp3 player.

Snow

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 16:51:00 +0000

PictureMail
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

Here's a picture of my car before it was dug out this morning. What you can't really tell by this photo is that on the far side is a small snowbank that was created by the snowplow. The storm yesterday dumped snow, then ice and then snow again. It is starting to melt a bit with the warm sun and the temperature near 30F.

I stayed home yesterday because of the storm. Today, I have a stomach bug and am not going anywhere. Another day to hang out with the cats.

Peacemaker

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 21:50:00 +0000

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Step by step

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:38:00 +0000

Step by step
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

I'm on the second repeat of the center on the Oregon Shawl (16 rows/repeat). Only 11 more repeats to go!

I'm going to a concert tonight so I should get a few more rows done. I'm seeing Chris Smither at the Linda. I saw him last year at the same venue so I know it'll be a great concert.

Some comments about yesterday

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 18:11:00 +0000

Yesterday was Inaugeration Day here in the US. I was very glad that they let us watch it at work. It was very inspiring and I felt at the time like it was one of those times that I'll remember where I was when I saw it.

Obama has a lot on his shoulders. Our country is having a lot of economic problems right now. I pray for him. I hope that he helps the country.

I also remember when I went to the James Taylor concert that was held for Spitzer's inaugeration. We were feeling so much hope that day and Spitzer turned out to be a disapointment.

I'm hoping that Obama does not let us down.

Look what I started

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 22:50:00 +0000

Look what I started
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

Oregon shawl
pattern by Joan Schrouder

During November 2004, I started knitting the Oregon shawl. I worked on it on and off for the next couple of years. While I was working on the outer edge, one of my cats snagged a thread from the middle and pulled it really hard. It created a hole and I didn't know how to fix it. I have since thrown it away.

When I went to Webs a couple of weeks ago, I bought yarn to do the shawl again. I started it this past weekend. I really like the yarn and am enjoying the pattern.

The funny thing is, while working on the first few rows, Molly decided to start playing with my row counter and caused some dropped stitches. I was able to recover them.

If I could just keep the cats away from this shawl, I think I'll do all right. lol

Plurk!

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:29:00 +0000

Click to Plurk

It's Always Nap Time

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:44:00 +0000

It's Always Nap Time
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

Here's a picture of my Fritze. She's on her fave napping spot - my lap. She'll be 20 this year and gets very grumpy when disturbed during her nap time.

Look What I Did on the Weekend

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:48:00 +0000

Look What I Did on the Weekend
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

It's a beaded knitted bracelet. I got the kit from earthfaire.com (I'll add the link later). It was easy and fun. I also did a second one but will post the pics tomorrow.

Edit: EarthFaire

Happy New Year!

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 19:34:00 +0000

We went to Trader Ed's last night for dinner and music. We left soon after midnight. It was a laid back kind of night, which I enjoy. And I like the fact that the restaurant is only a few blocks from my house.

I worked on the Berry Pi. It's a nice mindless knit. The pattern is Pi are Square by Elizabeth Zimmerman. The yarn is from Eastside Weavers, which I bought last year at BeauKnits in Cohoes.

My phone died on Sunday :( I now have a replacement phone but I lost a lot of pictures and now have to load a lot of software. Before I take any more pictures, I'm looking for some backup software.

Escuse Me

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 30 Dec 2008 14:09:00 +0000

see more puppies

Happy Holidays!

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Fri, 26 Dec 2008 15:43:00 +0000

Happy Holidays!
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

And hope you and yours are happy and healthy in the New Year!

I set up this cute tree on the empty desk near me. I think it adds some warmth to the place.

Room with a View

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 19:35:00 +0000

Room with a View
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

This is the view we have when we look out our hotel room.

We arrived last night (we decided not to wait until today). Met Mom and Dad at Ruby Tuesday in Amsterdam for supper and then came here. We're just hanging out today. Meeting Andrew for supper and then
going to a reception. More tomorrow.

Frosty on My Desk

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 16:47:00 +0000

Frosty on My Desk
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

This guy is sitting on my desk at work. Isn't he adorable?

I've set up my flickr account so that I can send pictures and blog from my phone. This will make it easier to upload pictures since I don't have to be on my computer at home. I'm hoping to blog more
often - I can do it from anywhere.

Happy birthday to me! We're not going anyplace special tonight because we have to pack. We're going to Oswego tomorrow for Andrew's college graduation. He's Tom's youngest child. There's a snow storm
expected tomorrow so we're leaving early to try to miss the worst of it.

Winter Wonderland

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 03:10:00 +0000

Winter Wonderland
Originally uploaded by kimknits126

This picture was taken on 12/12/2008, after an ice storm that left many in the area without power for several days.

I've been playing with my Zune

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 15:07:00 +0000

I am not surprised by this

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 21:10:00 +0000

Wool Wanderings Update

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 00:10:00 +0000

I updated Wool Wanderings today. About half of the sites have been verified in the last month. I'll have the other half verified by the end of June.

Long Time, No See

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Fri, 30 May 2008 01:54:00 +0000

Well, here I am again. And it's about time!

I really have no excuse other than I had problems remembering my password and it took awhile to figure out how to get it reset.

And, since the beginning of the year, I've been playing an online game called Runescape. If you play the same game, send me an in-game message. I'm Purpleflwr.

Knitting wise, I started the Cape Cod by Alice Starmore in JaggerSpun Maine Line 2/8 in the color mulberry. I'll soon be posting pictures of what I've done so far. If you're on Ravelry, you can get details here. I made this sweater a few years ago but it got ruined in the wash (don't ask - I shudder to even think of it) and really enjoyed the knitting. I'm enjoying it the second time around, too.

December

noreply@blogger.com (Kimknits) — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 01:08:00 +0000

It's been quite a while since I've posted. It's been a busy month.

My birthday was quiet. We had cake at work (we do that for everyone in our group). It was delicious - choclate with raspberry mousse filling. Then Tom and I went out to Tuscan's Grill. I had prime rib - my fave.

Christmas was great. We spent Christmas eve at Tom's brother's house. Had a nice time there. We went to my parents' on Christmas day. It comes and goes so quickly.

Tomorrow is Tom's birthday. We're going to Aromi d'Italia with his youngest son. On New Year's Eve, we going to Tosca Grille.

On New Year's Day, we're going on a diet. lol