One, two, three

One: two balls of Anny Blatt Super Angora and 2 balls of Anny Blatt Victoria give you a set of scarf and hat so fast they did not make into the "on the needles" list before going into the "Finished Projects 2007."



Two: another baby set, 1 skein of Lorna's Laces Worsted and some leftover sock yarn.



Three: another project from my UFO Resurrection 2007 list done.

No excuses

I am a bad blogger, no excuses. What can I say? It's almost summer and I have to get a shipment out of Italy. Not that the two things are related, but summer means hot, hot means low energy (at least for me, I am a creature of winter and dark), and this shipment business is absorbing all my energy, and some.
Today I had a meeting with a UPS-SCS guy and I think I am in love with brown. What can brown do for you? everything. And most of all, they can get our stuff out of Italy and HERE!

I have been knitting, no photos though, so you'll need to believe me. I am making a second baby set in powder blue: a friend of mine just because gramma of twins, so one down, one to go. I am done with the sweater, working on the hat.

I am working on a felted bag that I should finish tonight. I usually do not like felting - all that work to make all those pretty stitches and then they are gone? Not my cup of tea. So I do not know what gotten into me, maybe the heat or being so tired. I am using Lamb's Pride, that is a pleasure to work with, both colors; the body is fuchsia, the handles and the flap purple. I could say I planned that way, but let's be honest, I just ran out of yarn.

I can't bring myself to pick up the stitches for the snap cardigan: picking stitches is the most favorite thing of mine when it comes to knitting; I rather seam miles than pick up stitches.

I joined some more KALs: Sockapalooza 4, well, who hasn't? And I have already started my pal's socks, Little Child's Sock from Knitting Vintage Socks in CTH Supersocks, not idea the name of the colorway, but it is blues and purples. I actually started them twice, the first time I was using some new Addis Turbo 12 in I got just for socks, and I hated them. Truly hated them. Ripped the thing off and started again with my beloved dpn's.

Knitters Tea Swap 3, that is not a secret this time around, so I know that my partner is Barbara.

And least but not last, 2007 Summer Stash Out: I have to tell you, I am so tired right now, that not even buying yarn appeals to me. Should I be worried?

See these?

My list for the UFO Resurrection 2007:

1. Debbie Bliss Simple Jacket with Collar from Book 2 - IN TIME OUT
2. Reynolds Dover Pullover
3. Inspiration Scarf - DONE!
4. Logcabin Blanket
5. Larkspur Hat
6. Simple Knitted Bodice
7. Debbie Bliss' Mia from the book "Junior Knits" - DONE!
8. Lacy Scarf - FROGGED
9. Jimmy's Baby Gift Sweater Set - DONE!
10. Tank top - DONE!
11. Tiger Eye Lace Scarf - FROGGED
12. Foot in the Door socks - FROGGED
13. Jaywalker - DONE!
14. Watermelon Socks - DONE!
15. Sock-ret socks - DONE!
16. Lake Taneycome Sunset Socks - FROGGED

How many left? 4! Yep, four! (The sweater in time out does not count until November when I'll work on it again - it will be my November sweater forever).

Latest accomplishment? Number 7!



It is too short, if you ask me, but she likes it. And I have half ball of Cascade Sierra left, so I can always pick up stitches and lengthen it if she decides to agree with me.

This month? I am finishing #2 and #5. Yes, I know, I am kind of cheating because I just need to seam the pullover and make the I-cord for the hat, but hey, I have another dozen projects I am working on. How comes I get the feeling that this "getting rid of UFOs" business is not working?

My life behind bars

I took some photos of the place where I am spending my days and this the view I have from my space. I must say, life behind bars is not that bad!



And leaving the place to take a walk go pick up the mail, is not bad either:





If you live in the Bay Area and you have not been to the Allied Arts Guild, it is a place worth vising!

A Very Special Trip

Yesterday I received a package as part of the special swap Lynne organized; this round theme was a "travel to a different country", and what a trip Kathy planned for me!

She wrote:

Your journey starts where all good journeys begin - with planning and packing!

To help you get started, please find some lovely American sock yarn - what could be better on your flight than casting on a new pair of socks! This yarn, named "Deep", reminds me of the colors of the skies in London! I have even included a sock pattern for you - you will be ll set for your flight! You will also find a small notebook to help you with your lists - and your memory of your journey! Also, find some hand creme to keep your hands soft as you wing your way to London!



Upon arrival in London - a spot of tea and biscuits would be in order to refresh yourself for your journey in London Towne! See in your package some very special tea and biscuits just for you! Take a moment and relax, sip some tea and get ready for your next surprise!



Our first stop is with Rowan - who can go to London and not think of Rowan! Enjoy your goodies!



Next up is a stop to see Debbie Bliss - you will definitely want to have a cup of tea at her place as well. She shared with me some lovely Alpaca Silk just for you!



Your next journey is to Jaeger - all for you is skein of Trinity to make yourself a decadent dishcloth!



Last, but definitily not least is a pattern for a lovely lace wrap - what with lace knitting being all the rage - how could you resist Hidcote Gardens. Pattern and yarn will help you get started!



Finally, some lovely cards for you to share with your friends! I hope that you have enjoyed this journey to London!



So, is she the most special swapper or what?

Thank you so much Kathy, I think you should quit your day job and open a travel agency!