Category Archives: Fashion

Smokey likes to solve a problem by buying a car. I prefer to knit a solution.

Posted on November 28, 2014 by

Although today's post is about something I had to buy to accommodate my knitted solution. I think I have mentioned that I live in Merrell clogs. Several different pairs and colors over the years. So comfortable, plus there is a … Continue reading →

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Alternate uses for yarn.

Posted on November 14, 2014 by

We all use the tools we are familiar with. Smokey uses a screwdriver to tighten a screw, I will sometimes use a knife. Real gardeners use a wooden or bamboo stake to keep a houseplant upright, I use a knitting … Continue reading →

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A fabulously useful new invention.

Posted on February 19, 2014 by

  What is it?  It is the magnebutton from The Grommet, two shankless buttons backed with strong magnets. They are the perfect thing to keep a shawl or scarf in place. The magnets are strong enough, according to the description, to hold … Continue reading →

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Olympic fashion review.

Posted on February 8, 2014 by

There were, of course, some notable knits in the Olympic opening ceremonies. Really, what good is a winter olympics without knitwear? I combed a multitude of blog posts and *news* articles critiqueing the fashion statements made by the various nations' … Continue reading →

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Stuff.

Posted on December 5, 2013 by

The shirt Elder Son was wearing when he left. Slayer is one of his favorite groups. He said the name was an acronym, standing for Some Lads Always Yearn to Experience… [Younger Son jumped in to help] … Ravelry. * * … Continue reading →

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Garment NA08. With signature pin.

Posted on September 26, 2012 by

Anyone want to create a knitting pattern? Video found here.

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Get ’em while they are hot.

Posted on April 22, 2012 by

Get yours here. First person to locate a source for a pair of 3-mile-long purple shoelaces gets a prize bragging rights.

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The magic of photography.

Posted on April 21, 2012 by

As I was standing in front of our renewable energy table chatting with the vendor next to us, I noticed a fourth-grade girl wearing shoes I would have killed for in fourth grade. I sneaked my camera out of my … Continue reading →

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Friday fun.

Posted on October 28, 2011 by

Just like Kym, I got a fund new pair of shoes. (Note the hand-knit socks peeking out.) . Alex and Matthew came to visit last Sunday. Percy The Enthusiastic came along, and I showed Alex how to sew on a button. … Continue reading →

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