Wednesday, July 11, 2012

Yarn along - it's magic

Well I certainly took my time in learning this little knitting gem!  Every time I saw a pattern with dpn's or Magic Loop I always took the little 4 needle option! don't ask me why!  That was until this little owl puff pattern came along and I decided it was high time I broadened my knitting horizons! OH MY, what a revelation!  I'm finding it so much easier than dpn's, which alway seem to slip out when I'm not using them.

I'm also nearly done with this scarf which has been on my needles since may 2011!  I've only got a brussel sprout size ball of the yarn left then it's finito!  I't's my no brainer project as after 14 months of w.i.p I have the repetitions imprinted on my brain.

As I subscribed to Taproot a little late, I've only just received the first two issues.  I haven't yet dipped into n°2, as am trying to make 'Soil' last as long as I can, it's great stuff!!  Also reading Animal, Vegetable, Mineral and am inspired to eat more locally and seasonally as Barbara Kingslover and family do.  This means coming to grips with the reality of no more maple syrup, peanut butter, seafood or avocados!!!  or moving!  Uprooting us all for four 'luxury' food items is obviously not an option; reading 'Soil' has reminded me why our family, and I hope further generations of it, will stay implanted here where generations of my husbands family have existed.  Our house, that Richard built (this is by far the best handmade gift I've EVER received), stands where my father-in-law planted potatoes, where my grandfather & great-grandfather-in-law both grazed their cows, and where my boys plant, play on and fertilize (they pee anywhere when the need takes them!!) our 'soil'.

nestled between my dwarf beans and baby carrots
Just want to take a moment here to mention a blog I discovered a few days ago Life with Greyson + Parker, if you are interested in seeing beautiful photos and discovering and sharing a family's journey with autism please go take a look.
Linking up with Ginny for Yarn Along and looking forward to seeing what everyone has making.
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15 comments:

  1. Pioneer Woman at HeartJuly 11, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    I love that scarf pattern. I know what you mean about finishing stuff. I have been working away on a Christmas blanket for months - one row at a time.

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  2. KristenJuly 11, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    The owl is adorable....my kiddos would LOVE! And the scarf is coming along nicely. I get Taproot, too....isn't it a breath of fresh air?!

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  3. pinkundineJuly 11, 2012 at 4:10 PM

    I'm a big fan of magic loop, even though I initially thought I would always be loyal to DPNs ;) Love the cute little owl!

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  4. come on in xJuly 11, 2012 at 5:14 PM

    I have never used the magic loop technique, it always looks so confusing, maybe its time to give it another go.

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  5. LindaJuly 11, 2012 at 6:14 PM

    Your owl is so beautiful Emma! He has such character:) Your scarf is coming along nicely too.

    Are you enjoying the TDF? Are they riding anywhere near you?

    Take care
    Linda xo xo

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  6. karenJuly 11, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    Love the owl!!

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  7. AndriaJuly 11, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Oh your owl is too cute!!

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  8. A Faithful JourneyJuly 11, 2012 at 11:24 PM

    That scarf is gorgeous!!
    And oh my...can you please share the pattern link for that little owl?? He is too cute! :)

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  9. Kim July 12, 2012 at 3:25 AM

    Love your owl!! And isn't Taproot awesome.

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  10. Lori annJuly 12, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    oh that owl emma, i have added it to my queue now. i tried m.l. but went back to dpns, i guess i'm set in my ways. :)
    your scarf is the prettiest color, and looks beautiful, you'll have to cast on another long term project now. i still haven't seen the taproot magazine...enjoy!

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  11. embracingitallJuly 12, 2012 at 2:11 PM

    That owl is so cute. I'm glad you have found out about good olde 'magic loop'. It certainly makes for quick progress on projects and as you say, you don't loose a needle when you aren't looking. I love Barbara Kingsolver. She certainly writes in a way to make you think a little more about what you eat and where it comes from. Jacinta

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  12. Pioneer Woman at HeartJuly 13, 2012 at 2:51 PM

    I gave your blog an award. Stop on over to read about it.

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  13. TammyJuly 16, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Your little owl is so cute and that scarf is lovely, too. Yea for nearly finishing. I have so many projects on the go. Knitting would not be in the mix though. I tried several years ago but just couldn't get the hang of it. I started Animal, Vegetable, Mineral a couple of years ago and really enjoyed it -- never finished the entire book. Unfortunately, we can't get much of anything locally here. Everything is flown in from surrounding countries, or the States -- from all over the place really. It's a good thing you and your family are doing. Wishing you a great week. Tammy

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  14. cpcableJuly 16, 2012 at 8:35 PM

    I keep hearing about magic loop, but really have no idea what it is. Perhaps it's time that I investigate. I've been enjoying Taproot as well! :)

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  15. stephJuly 18, 2012 at 2:49 PM

    so many good things in Taproot---you must try the pavolva!! heavenly---and hopefully everything can be found very locally! We try to do our best with local grown, but it's so hard in the winter months. I think being aware and being prudent about food purchases have made us do better---still so far to go!!! Good luck with your food journey!!!!

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