I’ve been having one of those summers where everything is going wrong… between the pets and the house I’ve been doing damage control since June 10. I’m fortunate that I’ve been able to take the time to address it all and until today it’s been pretty manageable. But add in that feeling like I’ve… Continue reading The Kindness of Cashmere
Top 5 Things I’d Like to Do With Shibui Tweed Silk Cloud
We are so excited to introduce Shibui’s new yarn, Tweed Silk Cloud, to all of you this week. This new yarn is a lace-weight blend of silk and mohair just like it’s big sis, Silk Cloud. However, the silk is less ‘refined’ with a tweedy quality. While it seems to have a bit more heft… Continue reading Top 5 Things I’d Like to Do With Shibui Tweed Silk Cloud
Shrug It Off
I volunteered to be on the planning committee for the musical at my kids’ school for next year. I have no idea why I did this. I hate committees, meetings and I’m not really into theater or musicals. Twinges of regret started to overcome me as I sat down at the first meeting. Why did… Continue reading Shrug It Off
Designer Crush: Tin Can Knits
New arrivals at Wool & Grace (namely, new colors of Spud & Chloe Sweater) led me searching for project ideas for this yarn, and through the course of my search I found myself distracted by the abundance of incredibly appealing patterns from Tin Can Knits. My distraction continued and I was brought back to a… Continue reading Designer Crush: Tin Can Knits
Some Favorite Projects for Spud & Chloe Sweater
The arrival of new colors of Spud & Chloe's Sweater took me on a trip down memory lane, thinking of some of my favorite patterns and projects for this fantastic yarn. Before I jump in with my favorite S&C Sweater project recommendations, let me just reiterate about the gorgeous new hues available. Seven new colors… Continue reading Some Favorite Projects for Spud & Chloe Sweater
