Taking breaks to knit...

I am not a fan of eating lunch at my desk. The days seem longer when I do so. My perfect lunch involves taking a break from the computer screen and water cooler conversations. It could be going out with a co worker or by myself; discovering a new restaurant or just sitting at the park. These past weeks I have been going to Piedmont Park. It’s the Central Park of Atlanta. Piedmont Park is very close to where I work...and is beautiful! I can always find a shaded spot where to eat, knit and people watch. So relaxing!

These mittens commuted with me a couple of days. They were perfect for my lunch break - a portable and mindless project. Besides, it seems to me that ninety something degrees is the perfect weather to knit a winter accessory.

We are heading south for a couple of days. Amelia Island is awaiting for us. Hopefully the weather will cooperate. I can't wait to take our toddler back to the beach. She had so much fun the first time around. Her parents learned a lot from that first trip. This time we will tow beach toys so we don't have to improvise with plastic cups or force her to make friends with the family next door (so she can play with their kid's toys). We will carry a nice selection of Elmo and Curious George's DVDs. We even have a beach umbrella that can take care of an extended family. In other words, we will be over packing like good first time parents dealing with terrible two's. Wish us luck.

Ah, yes...I'm packing my Colonnade shawl. Is going well this 1 1/2 time around. I am starting over the lace section. Nothing wrong with the pattern. I blame the Olympics for my oops- specially gymnastics and swimming.

Have a wonderful week!

FO: Seafoam

This scarf has been in the "almost done" basket for too long. I finally weaved the ends and steam blocked it. I love how it turned out; especially after my lack of enthusiasm with the yarn. It is Lion Brand Wool Ease from my early knitting days.

As a FO, the scarf has nice drape, color and stitch definition. This pattern can be a bit addictive as you see the waves forming. Additional details on my ravelry.

Have you heard about the Knit Picks's Pinterest contest? I confess that I can easily go overboard pinning and repining...so this contest is perfect for me. Details here.

My big plans for the weekend are to take as many naps as possible, pin my "Endless Summer" board and cast on the "Colonnade" shawl from Stephen West. What is on your weekend list?

Honoring Amy

After doctor and ER visits, repeated doses of medicines and some rest: I’m back! All is well now. We (baby and I) are getting better from skin allergies, reactions to medicines and viral bronchitis. I don’t want to turn this post downhill…so let’s get to knitting really fast.

This post, from Erin of Eat.Sleep.Knit, touched my heart in a way I cannot explain. Erin and Dan’s desire to honor Amy is admirable. I wanted to take part of this tribute no matter what was going on in my neck of the woods. Here is my contribution – with all my love.

There is still nine days between now and July 26 when Erin will take the hats to the NICU at Piedmont Hospital. Please pray for this family; knit a hat if you can! It would mean so much for you and a family in need.

Etsy Love - Wood Edition

Dump the plastic; adopt a cute sheep needle gauge

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We all deserve a nice bowl (not a ziplock bag!)

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What my shawl needs? A reclaimed wood shawl pin....

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Go ahead; cast on. Keep track with this lovely notebook...

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