By now I am sure you are all sick of hearing my rants about my infamous Christmas tree skirt. I know, you all thought you hard heard the end of it when I triumphantly announced its completion and celebrated by dancing around my tree in a druid-like ceremony.
Well, after a lovely night out with my fiancee on Saturday I was looking forward to nothing other than sleeping in on Sunday morning. Unfortunately, Pickle, my five year old Maine Coon cat, had other plans. At around 7:15 am yesterday morning I awoke to the dulcet tones of a cat choking up a hairball. "How lovely," I thought as I rushed out of bed to clean up the mess.
And of course, as I sprung from the bedroom I realized that Pickle is, of course, nestled on the tree skirt proceeding to cough/throw up a nice chunky hairball. Even with my quick reaction and tremendous speed I did not head him off at the pass.
So, after two years of hard work and sweat, my Christmas tree skirt lasted a full six days before being defiled by cat vomit. I cleaned it up, but let's say that panel might not ever be the same.
Happy Holidays!
Broke Knitter
Monday, December 19, 2011
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Race Against the Clock
It's already December 14th! How did this happen already?
Much to my surprise, the Christmas holiday is upon us. And with only 11 days left until Jesus' birthday, I am starting to get a bit panicky. How did I manage to not finish my hand made presents?! Much like last year, I am caught off guard!
HELP!
This weekend I will finish the hat for my little sister (hopefully, although the pattern is a bit cryptic). The hat and scarf for my soon-to-be mother-in-law will just have to wait a little longer and become, perhaps, a winter gift. A "hey I was thinking about you in the cold this new year" type of gift. Thoughts?
Panicky, and Even More Broke due to Christmas, Knitter
Much to my surprise, the Christmas holiday is upon us. And with only 11 days left until Jesus' birthday, I am starting to get a bit panicky. How did I manage to not finish my hand made presents?! Much like last year, I am caught off guard!
HELP!
This weekend I will finish the hat for my little sister (hopefully, although the pattern is a bit cryptic). The hat and scarf for my soon-to-be mother-in-law will just have to wait a little longer and become, perhaps, a winter gift. A "hey I was thinking about you in the cold this new year" type of gift. Thoughts?
Panicky, and Even More Broke due to Christmas, Knitter
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Accomplishments
What a wonderful thing it is to finish a project that has been haunting you for weeks, months, or even years. Yesterday I finally finished a project that has been haunting me since September 2010. The dang tree skirt. The tree skirt is finally completely finished and sewn together waiting for tomorrow night's special occasion "date-night" of putting up the tree and decorations.
I look forward to putting up the Christmas tree every year. Nothing makes me happier than looking at my favorite ornaments and celebrating the new life Randy and I have begun together.
HUGE SENSE OF RELIEF KNOWING I WILL NOT HAVE A BARE CHRISTMAS TREE AGAIN THIS YEAR!
Does anybody else have projects that are haunting them? Let me know! POST!
Until Next Time,
The Christmas Elf - Broke Knitter
I look forward to putting up the Christmas tree every year. Nothing makes me happier than looking at my favorite ornaments and celebrating the new life Randy and I have begun together.
HUGE SENSE OF RELIEF KNOWING I WILL NOT HAVE A BARE CHRISTMAS TREE AGAIN THIS YEAR!
Does anybody else have projects that are haunting them? Let me know! POST!
Until Next Time,
The Christmas Elf - Broke Knitter
Thursday, December 1, 2011
Bust Into the Stash
Charity knitting is the BEST way to make a dent in your leftover stash!
Meet my new motto! Through this Knitting for a Cause group at the college where I work I have been able to make a MONSTROUS dent in all that leftover 1/2 or 1/3 balls of yarn cluttering up my stash. I have greatly enjoyed doing little baby hats, blankets, children hats, etc. By doing these quick and easy projects I am so motivated and inspired to blow through some of that stash yarn that Randy insists is "cluttering" up our apartment. I think the cluttered yarn adds some character.
Until Next Time,
Broke Knitter
Monday, November 28, 2011
Wedding Fever!
For those of you looking for a knitting post today, I must admit you will be a little disappointed. But Broke Knitter has BIG news! I BOUGHT MY WEDDING DRESS!
Sunday afternoon I trekked out to the bridal salon with my mother and sister (also my Maid of Honor) in tow. I tried on several gowns and thought I had found the perfect one until my bridal consultant, and new favorite person in the world, Jessica, suggested I try on a gown that was a bit unlike anything I had described looking for.
Well, when I came out of the dressing room and saw myself in the mirror I just knew! It was so beautiful and I didn't want to take it off. To cap the whole experience off, Jessica put on the matching veil and blusher and I knew it was all over! I teared up and so did Mom.
Shopping for a wedding dress is by far the most fun and emotional experience I have ever had while shopping. As a newly engaged (and also newly slimmed-down) woman you panic about everything at your wedding being perfect. Now I know that with the perfect man, and the perfect dress, that all will be well.
I promise to update you all on knitting stuff tomorrow. I had a great day with my new knitters and their projects are coming out great!
Until Next Time,
Here Comes the Bride!
Broke Knitter
Sunday afternoon I trekked out to the bridal salon with my mother and sister (also my Maid of Honor) in tow. I tried on several gowns and thought I had found the perfect one until my bridal consultant, and new favorite person in the world, Jessica, suggested I try on a gown that was a bit unlike anything I had described looking for.
Well, when I came out of the dressing room and saw myself in the mirror I just knew! It was so beautiful and I didn't want to take it off. To cap the whole experience off, Jessica put on the matching veil and blusher and I knew it was all over! I teared up and so did Mom.
Shopping for a wedding dress is by far the most fun and emotional experience I have ever had while shopping. As a newly engaged (and also newly slimmed-down) woman you panic about everything at your wedding being perfect. Now I know that with the perfect man, and the perfect dress, that all will be well.
I promise to update you all on knitting stuff tomorrow. I had a great day with my new knitters and their projects are coming out great!
Until Next Time,
Here Comes the Bride!
Broke Knitter
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Want to Go To Vogue Knitting Live for Free?!
Hey Ladies,
I know I am double posting and it's probably freaking you out. Anyways, I just wanted to pass along this great information that was just sent along from the group at Vogue Knitting.
For those of you looking for a cheaper way to get into the conference, Vogue Knitting is looking for volunteers. For volunteering you will receive:
1. A choice of a discounted class or FREE lecture
2. A $25 gift certificate to vogueknitting.com
3. Vogue Knitting Live Volunteer T-shirt
4. A non-transferable two-day marketplace ticket
5. An advance copy of Knitting with The Color Guys by Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably
PRETTY SWEET DEAL IF YOU ASK ME! Anyone who is interested please visit: http://www.vogueknittinglive.com/system/files/VKL_Become_Volunteer.pdf
Vogue Knitting Live promises to be a spectacular event. Good luck volunteering!
Broke Knitter
I know I am double posting and it's probably freaking you out. Anyways, I just wanted to pass along this great information that was just sent along from the group at Vogue Knitting.
For those of you looking for a cheaper way to get into the conference, Vogue Knitting is looking for volunteers. For volunteering you will receive:
1. A choice of a discounted class or FREE lecture
2. A $25 gift certificate to vogueknitting.com
3. Vogue Knitting Live Volunteer T-shirt
4. A non-transferable two-day marketplace ticket
5. An advance copy of Knitting with The Color Guys by Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably
PRETTY SWEET DEAL IF YOU ASK ME! Anyone who is interested please visit: http://www.vogueknittinglive.com/system/files/VKL_Become_Volunteer.pdf
Vogue Knitting Live promises to be a spectacular event. Good luck volunteering!
Broke Knitter
Little Babies Taking Wing!
I had one of the sweetest and most joyful knitting experiences occur yesterday. We had a meeting of our bi-weekly "Knit for a Cause" and one of the girls was SUPER excited because she finished her scarf. She laid her scarf out on the table as lovingly as a mother displaying her newborn child. I was so excited for her!
Now I will say the first 1/3 needed some repair work but the other 2/3 had me glowing with pride! You could see how she was understanding how the process works and even looking out for her common mistakes. I was so proud and I know that she is super excited to donate the scarf to a NYC woman in need.
I am bringing my camera to our next group meeting which is Monday after the holiday so check back to see some of the fabulous work of my new Knitters-In-Training!
Until Next Time,
Broke Knitter
Now I will say the first 1/3 needed some repair work but the other 2/3 had me glowing with pride! You could see how she was understanding how the process works and even looking out for her common mistakes. I was so proud and I know that she is super excited to donate the scarf to a NYC woman in need.
I am bringing my camera to our next group meeting which is Monday after the holiday so check back to see some of the fabulous work of my new Knitters-In-Training!
Until Next Time,
Broke Knitter
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