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Creative Bits

I got back into knitting last week and finally finished the pair of socks I started in Drumnadrochit. I love the earthy colours and the Freedom Spirit wool is excellent for sock making. This is the third pair I have made in this pattern ~ it's also the third pair I'm giving away. I promise to make a pair for me next...Before I start more socks though I'm focusing on the baby papoose I started months ago. I got so far and then abandoned it, but if I don't finish it soon it will miss its ... read more

Ready To Go

Well I didn't get the clays out yesterday. Instead I packed my suitcase and got myself almost totally organised for my trip. Call it productive procrastination, or call it living proof that I have learned some lessons about Being Ready Ahead of Time. I don't leave for my trip until early tomorrow.

The only thing I haven't done is complete the partner for this sock. Fortunately or unfortunately, depending how you look at it, my Mum ... read more

Knitting Therapy

Rainbow FeetSocks by Taexalia for Taexalia:)I'm half amused to be writing this post at all.The idea of knitting being a liminal space, or a way to open gates to the psyche, or a path to Zen (choose your favourite or run screaming for the Old Age now...) was not something I considered when I decided I wanted to be able to knit socks. But I'm finding that it works for me.I suppose, when I think about it, knitting is just like any other creative pursuit - the act of doing is where the magic ... read more

The Joy of Socks

I am addicted to knitting. It all started with a gift from @ of a book, some wool and needles and now, in true *me* style, there are more needles, another book and lots of delicious wool. Yes - I have another creative interest that involves stuff and poses a storage problem.We need a bigger place to live.But sock knitting is so much fun! I started off with the baby bootees for the bun my sister is baking and then I made myself a pair of socks that had a cute twisted knit that meant no heel. ... read more

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