I can purl!

I know this is over due and I want to apologize to those who have been waiting impatiently for my next post (mom).  I was so excited when I learned to purl because that meant I could do pretty much anything now so I dove in head first.

This project was my inspiration for learning to knit in the first place so I wanted to finish at least one before my next post.  I saw this pattern in a crafty bridal magazine (no I'm not planning a wedding) and I just had to do it for myself.  It's a knit rose!  In the end I should have a full dozen and I can't wait to post pics of the whole bouquet.  It might be a while before the dozen though, I'm still slow.

This is all it looks like after binding off (which I still need to learn to do correctly - it's still on the needle).

I think it looks awesome and would really make a unique bridal bouquet.  P.S The green scarf is still in the works.  I'm on the second ball of yarn!

I can knit!

The first session of my knitting class was earlier this evening.  I arrived early so I could also buy my supplies.  I chose what they call a "chunky" green yarn that ironically is nearly the same green as my car.  I also purchased the corresponding sized needles - and I am officially ready to learn!  First we learned first to cast on and then the knit stitch. I found both to be surprisingly easy.  I don't want to get too ahead of myself but I can see this becoming a hobby.  My friends better love woolen gifts!

 

P.S. Yarn is weird to photograph! Plus I had bummer lighting.  I was just too excited to wait until morning!

Slow Start

I realize it's been 10 days since the start of the year and I have nothing crafty to show for it.  I have a few patterns I'd like to sew and a few crafty ideas bookmarked to start but I really haven't gotten to Hobby Lobby to get the rest of the supplies I need.  I know, I know, I need to just do it already.  I have some good news though.  I start a knitting class tomorrow and I did get crafty with one of the kids I take care of though.  Well, as much as you can with a 2 year old.

All I did was cut out different shapes from a brown paper grocery bag, gave her some glue and a piece of drawing paper...

 ...and we ended up with what I think is a frame-able piece of art (which isn't framed yet).  We all have to start some where!

2012 Resolution: Be Craftier

I've never been big on new years resolutions but this year I've chosen one.  I have chosen to be craftier.  For those who know me, you know how hard it is for me to be creative and have vision for such things. For a resolution to be successful one must have a plan.  Personally, I have enrolled in a beginners knitting class, and have a few simple sewing patterns I'd like to tackle.  I hope this blog will not only keep me accountable to my resolution but also show that I can indeed be crafty!