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In book news, I finished It's Not Summer Without You. I have the final book in the series, We'll Always Have Summer, from the library, but at the same time that I checked it out, my hold for The Peach Keeper on my Kindle became available, so I have decided to read that first. I am about 75% of the way through it and really enjoying it!
Also, I finally checked out Extra Yarn from the library to read with my kids. What a sweet little book! I had never heard of this little treasure until participating in Yarn Along and reading what others are reading, so for this, I am thankful! My kids and I have read it, oh, three times already! Thinking I might have to buy a copy for our home library!
Today, we are forecasted for rain...perfect weather for staying in and knitting!
Jesus looked at them and said, "With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible." ~ Matthew 19:26
Hi Amy, take your time with the vest, I can't bear to knit to a deadline like that either! I'm so looking forward to getting my hands on that book. Thanks for popping over and happy relaxed stitching ; ) x M
ReplyDeleteI am definitely going to take my time here on out! I figure his b-day is in May, so even if it is a gift for him then! It will most definitely be done by then! :)
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When I know I have a deadline I tend to make mistakes...it's all that pressure. Pretend you don't have to finish it maybe? I hope it goes better this week :)
ReplyDeleteYes! I never should have put this much pressure on myself! Instead, I am going to go back to knitting it for the enjoyment of it!
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Good luck with your vest. I know silly mistakes can be so frustrating, but I think you have a good attitude about it. Better to take your time and have something that you're proud of.
ReplyDeleteI was at the Eric Carle Museum recently and they have such a nice bookshop there. I caught a peek at EXTRA YARN. Loved it! I think that book much have been written by a knitter!
Yes...simple mistakes are very frustrating!! Hoping a long drive tomorrow with my mom will help get me a little farther along! :)
DeleteThe book is a MUST for every knitter!! :) Super cute! :)
I need to look for that book - it sounds like my girls would enjoy it :) Way to go ripping it out and starting over again. I think I did that a *few* times on Sophie's sweater, but the end result was so worth it!
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Yes...the end result will be so worth it!! Even if I do not get it finished until his b-day in May! He will have something mama knit to wear then just like Emma did! :)
DeleteBest of luck on the vest. I know that I make more mistakes when I'm in a hurry.
ReplyDeleteJust take your time. It will be great. :-)
Hi Jen!
DeleteYes...taking my time is a must with knitting!! Thanks for stopping by! :)
I checked out the vest you are knitting! Really cute. Have you ever tried the Milo vest? I love that pattern. Super cute and SUPER easy.
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I originally started out wanting to knit the Milo...I have the pattern printed out and everything. However, being that I originally wanted to have this done in time for Easter, I was nervous to learn the cabling, since it is something I have never done before! I love the Milo though and plan on making one for all my kids! :)
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sorry about the vest. it happens to the best of us! and so glad you liked extra yarn...we loved it! and i need to know where you found your kindle cover - so cute!
ReplyDeleteI bought the kindle cover from Amazon. It is a peter pauper press print! Here is a link to it: http://www.amazon.com/NeoSkin-Kindle-Sleeve-Neoprene-Cover/dp/1441308598/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1332976470&sr=8-2-fkmr0
DeleteI have a *slight* obesssion with all things owls!! :)
good for you for persevering! I know that has happened to me as well!! Fixing mistakes is never fun!! I need to get my hands on that book (extra yarn)....everyone is reading it! Happy knitting!!
ReplyDeleteNo...mistakes are most certainly not fun! But, that is how we learn!Just wish I wasn't hoping for it to be done for Easter! :( And yes, the book is so cute!! Thanks for stopping by! :)
DeleteSorry to hear about your frogging. It's always hard to do but in the end you want to feel good about your knitting, right? I still haven't had a chance to read Extra Yarn but very much want to -- will go to my local library and hope they have it in.
ReplyDeleteYes...I do want to feel good about my knitting which is why I decided to start all over again...twice! :)
DeleteExtra Yarn is a really cute book!! Definitely check to see if your library has it. You will not be disappointed!
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Must order Extra Yarn from the library. That does sound funny to write! Sorry about the vest. Maybe this time round it will go without a hitch.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely check for it at the library! You will not be disappointed!
DeleteHoping for a better outcome this time around. Third times a charm, right? :)
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That extra yarn book looks is adorable! I've frogged many times, but you can usually bring it back without frogging if you just skipped a stitch. If it happens again, make sure to google it:)
ReplyDeleteThank You! I tried just ripping it back to the row with the slipped stitch, but had a hard time putting it back on the needles...got frustrated...and just decided to start over. If it happens again, I will most likely check you tube for a video on how to fix it without starting over!
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ReplyDeleteI totally understand the knitting under pressure. I made 2 mistakes on my daughters Easter shrug, fixed them and am now knitting slowly. It's a shrug not a full blown sweater so it WILL get done in time IF I slow down :-) We love Extra Yarn. It's so cute!
ReplyDeleteJust keep working on the vest and there will be the prefect occasion to wear it! I uncovered a sweater for my youngest daughter I had set aside because there was a new step I wasn't sure I could do well. It still fits!!! It will all work out and hand knits will always be adorable.
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ReplyDeleteGood work Article is awosome i like Satta King by the next afternoon I'm chomping at the bit to get back to it.This is very good blogspot theme, where you can find out the best theme and latest designs Very good . Know what you mean. but You know about the Game which is viral soo fast in India play bazaar
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