kibbles-n-knits.com http://kibbles-n-knits.com The premier blogging site for my dogs, my knitting and my life... in that order. Thu, 11 Oct 2007 03:10:05 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.2 en Oh, no another quiz…. http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/11/oh-no-another-quiz/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/11/oh-no-another-quiz/#comments Thu, 11 Oct 2007 03:06:57 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/11/oh-no-another-quiz/ So while surfing blogs, I found this quiz.  Took the quiz…  Now you take the quiz and let me know who you are!  Ironically, I’m Lizzy.

:: L I Z Z Y ::

You are Elizabeth Bennet of Pride & Prejudice! You are intelligent, witty, and tremendously attractive. You have a good head on your shoulders, and oftentimes find yourself the lone beacon of reason in a sea of silliness. You take great pleasure in many things. You are proficient in nearly all of them, though you will never own it. Lest you seem too perfect, you have a tendency toward prejudgement that serves you very ill indeed.

Elizabeth Bennet!

]]> http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/11/oh-no-another-quiz/feed/ Thanks everyone… http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/05/thanks-everyone/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/05/thanks-everyone/#comments Fri, 05 Oct 2007 02:48:00 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/05/thanks-everyone/ Thanks to all the knitting buds who listened to my crying tonight.  I’ve created a Curse Knitting Page, but didn’t have any time to develop it.  I hope to work on it over the next week.  If you have any stories to share, please post.  Oh, and any curses that you want to send towards my competitors is greatly welcome.  I also noticed that I haven’t posted pics of the Ladies in a while.  Here they are on Laila’s 10th Birthday chasing birds in the yard.

KnK

]]> http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/05/thanks-everyone/feed/ Here come the pictures!!! Sursa Shawl, Favorite Carry-All Bag and New Amy Butler Bag! http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/01/here-come-the-pictures-sursa-shawl-favorite-carry-all-bag-and-new-amy-butler-bag/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/01/here-come-the-pictures-sursa-shawl-favorite-carry-all-bag-and-new-amy-butler-bag/#comments Mon, 01 Oct 2007 01:39:26 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/01/here-come-the-pictures-sursa-shawl-favorite-carry-all-bag-and-new-amy-butler-bag/ In preparation for the day that I finally get on that one site that starts with an “R”, I’m starting to play with Flickr.  There are a lot of widgets and plug-ins for my Wordpress software, but I’m trying to take baby steps right now.  So let’s see how this goes….

First up - I finally have pictures of my Sursa Shawl.  Yeah.  I found the pattern during my search for the Klaralund Pattern.  It was in the same book and I decided that I liked the Shawl better.  I made it with 8 skeins of Noro Silk Garden in 87.  The pattern called for 5 or so, but I matched my two strands, so it took a bit more and mine is just a tad bigger than the instructions.  The ruffle is made out of 4 skeins of Noro Cash Iroha in color 101.  I love it and recommend that all knitters make one.  It is very easy and you could use just about any yarn.  It is a project that you make anywhere, because there isn’t any counting.  Pay no attention to the model, but do check out the cool Gita Marie Sheep Shawl Pin!

Now here is my progress on my version of the Kristin’s Favorite Carry All.  I’m 44 rows in!  Half way through the pattern.  I’m using Cascade Pastaza in Black, Coral and Cream.  No Cream yet.  I’ve charted the pattern in Excel.  Email me if you want instructions on how to do that.  I’m trying to get a KAL going with the group at Four Ladies.  Please join in!!!

I also got a cool new knitting bag at Funk in the City.  It was a great buy and is made from Amy Bitler Fabric in greens and orange.  Love it!!!  And I didn’t have to make it!!

Oh, and as promised… My latest obsession… Beaded Stitch Markers…  Horrible pictures, but I tried.

Whew, lots of pictures.  Time to get back to knitting. 

Knit or Die!

Lady KnK

 

]]> http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/10/01/here-come-the-pictures-sursa-shawl-favorite-carry-all-bag-and-new-amy-butler-bag/feed/ Ok. No pictures, but I have an excuse… http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/26/ok-no-pictures-but-i-have-an-excuse/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/26/ok-no-pictures-but-i-have-an-excuse/#comments Wed, 26 Sep 2007 18:26:42 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/26/ok-no-pictures-but-i-have-an-excuse/ House was on last night.  So was Eureka.  And I had to catch up on Weeds and Californication.  I did make 6 more stitch markers. No knitting. The Ladies of KnK did get a lot of attention.

I was going to comment on House more, but this is a family friendly site and it didn’t need my rantings about how hot some old guy is…. or how I get my Fox Moulder fix watching Californication.  Those old guys have got it going on….

]]> http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/26/ok-no-pictures-but-i-have-an-excuse/feed/ New addiction, pictures coming and I’m an idiot… http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/25/new-addiction-pictures-coming-and-im-and-idiot/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/25/new-addiction-pictures-coming-and-im-and-idiot/#comments Tue, 25 Sep 2007 18:59:30 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/25/new-addiction-pictures-coming-and-im-and-idiot/ I’m completely addicted to making stitch markers.  I made 3 sets of 6 last night.  That’s 18 for the mathematically challenged.    They are the best markers ever in my humble biased opinion.  I made a blue and pink set for making baby stuff.  A red and blue set to go with my new sweater project and a Purple and black set for when I’m feeling extra goth.  Pictures following in a post tonight.

I also will post pics of my new Sursa Shawl.  What’s that you ask?  Well that’s that shawl I made on my way to make the Klaralund sweater.  I have a great picture of the Knitting Guru in it, but I could only use it if I cut out her elbows and her face.  That would be no fun.  SO I’ will have to model it.

I also accidentally marked my own email as spam and now have to figure out how to undo that.  Until then I can’t post comments to my own site…

]]> http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/25/new-addiction-pictures-coming-and-im-and-idiot/feed/ Top 8 Reasons my Saturday was Super Awesome… http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/22/top-reasons-is-my-saturday-was-super-awesome/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/22/top-reasons-is-my-saturday-was-super-awesome/#comments Sat, 22 Sep 2007 21:40:01 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/22/top-reasons-is-my-saturday-was-super-awesome/
  • As always, I’m super smokin’ hot, so life is easier for me.
  • The Ladies of KnK woke me up.  Happens everyday, but still awesome.
  • I learned to make stitch markers!!!  Captain Charity Kidd taught me.  Awesome teacher.  Great selection of beads.  Check out her tutorial pics here.  Dread Pirate Vane was there too sporting a chic red beret that she just completed in red baby cashmerino.  I wasn’t quick enough to grab a picture, but will try to get a link to one. Anyone want to make a trip to the Bead Place in IL with side stop at the Polish Pottery Store AND maybe a knitting store…. not the one with the Silence of the Lambs feel?
  • The knitting clubhouse is becoming a reality!!!  Pam at Four Ladies is expanding out the store.  Knitters across Southern Indiana rejoice! 
  • Did some charity work for the Humane Society.  Got to hang out with an old friend that I miss.  Ended up covered in sugar.  Pretty much always happens to me.  Check out their booth at the Fall Festival!!!
  • Wore my new awesome Rocket Dog shoes… sorry no pics yet.  Think Mary Engelbreit ballet flat tennis shoes.
  • My husband is home, so my life is back in balance.  Mad Mary Flint - note that he is leaving again in November and I’m totally freaked out by this.  For those of you not in the know - I become a child when my husband leaves.  Completely unable to cope and MMF has to deal with me.  Left to my own devices, I don’t eat (except for cookies) and I stay on the computer all of the time.  He doesn’t actually take care of me when he is here though.  I just need him here or things just aren’t right.  Yes, I can’t live without him.
  • Gotta head off to a party now…  I’m such a socialite today.
    • ]]>     http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/22/top-reasons-is-my-saturday-was-super-awesome/feed/     I am burning up the web with my prolific posting… http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/i-am-burning-up-the-web-with-my-prolific-posting/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/i-am-burning-up-the-web-with-my-prolific-posting/#comments Thu, 20 Sep 2007 20:03:41 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/i-am-burning-up-the-web-with-my-prolific-posting/ Are you wondering…”Hey I dig this blog, but how can I find this person on Ravelry?”

    Well you can’t!!! Lady KnK is exclusively here at this site!  Why, becasue all of my cool friends didn’t tell me about Ravelry until I got stuck way down on the list.  Here’s my waitlist stats:

    • You signed up on August 31, 2007
    • You are #30204 on the list.
    • 14936 people are ahead of you in line.
    • 4181 people are behind you in line.
    • 43% of the list has been invited so far

    ]]>     http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/i-am-burning-up-the-web-with-my-prolific-posting/feed/     Where are Pirate Comments from my two blog readers? And yes another quiz http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/where-are-my-two-blog-readers/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/where-are-my-two-blog-readers/#comments Thu, 20 Sep 2007 03:06:57 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/where-are-my-two-blog-readers/ I couldn’t't draw you in with the pirate quiz!!!  I did have three people email me with their pirate names directly.  Thank you Mad Mary Flint, Dread Pirate Vane and Iron Bess Rackham!!!  Since it technically still be talk like a pirate day…  Be sure to check out the Knit Like a Pirate website - Knit Like a Pirate

    How about a Knitting addiction quiz?  

    And my results:

    “You scored 75%.  You have the optimum level of addiction; beginning knitters strive to be you! You’d  knit almost anywhere and anytime, but there are times and places where even you know knitting is not permitted.  Like, maybe, a wedding or a funeral.  Tell your family they don’t have anything to complain about.”

    See I don’t have a problem!!!  Now post your results or I’ll send my pirates after you.

    Knit or Die!

    The Lady KnK/ I don’t have a Knitting Addiction / Captain Ethel Rackham

    ]]>     http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/20/where-are-my-two-blog-readers/feed/     Mateys!! Today be International Talk Like a Pirate Day!! http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/mateys-today-be-international-talk-like-a-pirate-day/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/mateys-today-be-international-talk-like-a-pirate-day/#comments Wed, 19 Sep 2007 16:58:53 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/mateys-today-be-international-talk-like-a-pirate-day/ Go get yee pirate name at http://www.piratequiz.com/ !

     ARRR, I be Captain Ethel Rackham and don’t yee forget it!!!  My friend with too many pets be Mad Mary Flint.  We be on a mission to find Captain Jack Sparrow and to make him our First Mate.

    Did you know there is a direct tie between the increase of global warming and the decrease in pirates?  Mind-blowing isn’t it?

    Arrr!! Now go get yer Pirate Names and post them if yee be brave enough.

    The Honorable Captain Ethel Rackham

    “Knit or Die”

    ]]>     http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/mateys-today-be-international-talk-like-a-pirate-day/feed/     Oh, what could make me come out of blogging retirement? http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/oh-what-could-make-me-come-out-of-blogging-retirement/ http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/oh-what-could-make-me-come-out-of-blogging-retirement/#comments Wed, 19 Sep 2007 02:25:18 +0000 Lady KnK http://kibbles-n-knits.com/2007/09/19/oh-what-could-make-me-come-out-of-blogging-retirement/ I know the cold hard fact. 

    I AM THE WORST BLOG UPDATER EVER!

    I have been riding the waves of success from the Fair Win and have just returned from my world tour.  What could inspire me to post? 

    1. My husband is out of town.
    2. I’m procrastinating from cleaning the house
    3. The new KNITTY has a Nancy Marchant pattern!!!!

    If you are not familiar with Nancy, she is a super awesome knitting designer AND Hoosier native.  I’ve met her, took a class from her AND she witnessed the awesome power of my Grand Champion win at the 4-H Fair.  Check her new Brioche Beret out here:  http://knitty.com/ISSUEfall07/PATTpecanpie.html

    Even better she has a new website http://www.briochestitch.com/

    I am currently working on way too many projects.  I need to focus AND get photo editing software on my PC to share pics.

    The Ladies of KnK are currently bored with just me around and they really miss their daddy.  If you are out there - Good night.  We miss you.  Bring us presents.  Preferably yarn.

    Keep on knitting!!!

    KnK

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