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By Madame Purl, on June 30th, 2009
So when I finished February Lady Sweater, which will get buttons soon, I picked up La Novia again and I’m almost done.
I’d probably be done a little faster, but I’ve been browsing the web looking at an old-timey past-time. Letter writing. I miss getting actual mail. Anyway I found this cool site – The Letter’s Writer’s Alliance. I joined. So now add letter writing to some of my favorite hobbies as well.
Oh and if your interested I also got my hair re-styled. I kinda like this back for the summer.
By Madame Purl, on June 27th, 2009
Today’s Saturday sky is slightly overcast, but it looks like it’s going to clear up.
They said something about rain maybe later. At least it’s not so hot you melt just walking outside. I hate that. I would rather have it on the cooler side than hotter any day. It’s the wool lover in me.
So we’re on week two of the CSA box and we are getting a lot of greens. I think this has been a good experience for me because I’m stretching myself to use them. This week we had tatsoi and last week I had some choi left over. Well, I found this recipe on line and have to say I was pleasantly surprised how they mixed so well together. I used sesame seed oil, garlic scrapes from the box, the greens, and ginger. I then at the end splashed a little balsamic vinegar and a splash of soy sauce for flavor. Yum. Quick and easy too.
Wednesday I came home to a commotion. Coco wanted out every two minutes. Well we followed he over to the area and found baby bunnies and I mean just born bunnies. This picture was taken the next day when the mother obviously returned during the night and plucked more fur to put over them. Now I’m not sure if they are still there or not as it’s really covered over now. I’m not sure she could move them, but I just can’t tell. Well, we’ll find out in two weeks if they are out nibbling the grass around.
By Madame Purl, on June 22nd, 2009
All blocked.
Just need to add the buttons, but I’m in no hurry since it’s going to be 90-degrees for the next few days. As soon it cools down, I’ll get a nice finished picture. I like these buttons. They match the triangle in the gull lace pattern.
I’m dreaming of my next sweater. Notre Dame De Grace… of course I still want to finish spinning for Tasha’s Shawl… so much crafting, so little time.
By Madame Purl, on June 21st, 2009
I have so many sewing mishaps, it’s amazing I have the audacity to keep going back to the sewing well. Every once in a while though I get a sewing bug and can’t get rid of it without giving it a go. I decided I needed a journal cover for my new datebook. I bought one of these Moleskine 18-month date books and I thought it would be nice to have a different color cover to be able to easily pick it up.
I followed this pattern and everything seemed to be going well, but then I decided I really wanted to use the elastic band, so how could I do that… I thought maybe a large button hole on the back.
 Hmmm…. well that didn’t go so well, but it’s not so bad not to use it. When I was putting the button hole in, I thought this would be so much simpler with knitting. Cast off and then cast on – instant button hole.
One of my new found loves is the fountain pen. I bought my first fountain pen and ink this past week. This Poussiere de Lune translates to Moon Dust. I love it and it’s an extra-fine nib Lamy. Writing with it is just a joy. It makes me want to write. Of course I’m coveting their new special edition pink Lamy.
So we got our first delivery of the CSA this week and we got arugula. Lots of arugula. I made a pesto last night, which turned out just ok.
DH however fixed it up tonight with some chicken and put some more tasty things with it and it was much more mild tonight. Last night it was way too bitey.
By Madame Purl, on June 20th, 2009
So after two days of storms we ended up having a hot, but nice sunny day.
Too hot for my tastes. I used to love summer, but not so much anymore. I end up hibernating in the house, just as much as in the winter, but I can’t wear my knits. There are somethings I do love about summer though… hummingbirds and butterflies, fresh tasty veggies and fruits… I know there are others, but these are the things that pop out.
By Madame Purl, on June 19th, 2009
Remember when Julie and I picked up these fleeces at NH Sheep and Wool about a month ago? Well after the show they winged their way to Spinderella’s in Utah. After about a month stay, where they were washed and carded into beautiful roving, they winged their back home. Both Julie and I received our new stash acquisitions the same day. My little helper is checking things out.
I’m not sure you can actually see them all. There’s a 4lb fleece in the back, so 5 bags total.
We split a big fleece this year (the one in the back). A beautiful, lush cormo and we asked Spinderella’s to add 25% Tussah silk to the roving. This turned out gorgeous. I can’t seem to get a photo that will do it justice.
Again Spinderella’s did a fabulous job. They really know how to handle fine fibers and I can’t wait to spin the new fleeces. I really have to get out there one day and meet them and get a tour. I figure I may be able to do it as a two prong trip as I also want to see Best Friends. I would love to take a tour there and visit with all the wonderful folks and animals. Ever since I’ve read their wonderful book…
I keep thinking “one day, for sure.” If you want to read a wonderful, inspiring book that will make you laugh and cry, this is the book. It also has great photos of the compassionate folks who started this wonderful place and of some of the animals we get to know through the pages.
By Madame Purl, on June 18th, 2009
Since it’s dog’s on Thursday, I thought I would share my new favorite picture of Coco.
This picture embodies her totally. She is this happy all the time and it’s wonderful.
They had their hair done on Saturday and we think the groomer loves to play with Max’s hair. His top knot is really reaching for the sky now.
Also some very good news, Sophie seems to be feeling much, much better. She has a lot more energy all of a sudden and has been be-bopping around her and not just laying on the sofa. She’s eating much better, more alert and generally doing a whole lot better.
By Madame Purl, on June 17th, 2009
Going to do a round-up of cuties today (meaning picture heavy).
Shadow in the toy basket. Normally he throws out more toys before he gets in.
Sunshine hiding under a blanket on some chairs I cover.
 Easier to wash the covers than the chairs. My cats have pretty much the run of the house. I don’t let them back into my crafty rooms on their own, but if I’m back there sitting and someone wants to come sit that’s ok. No rooting around, but sitting is fine.
 Honey just enjoying a sunny day and a relaxing.
 Emma covered by the blankie.
 Last, but not least Jack and Charlie smelling some fresh strawberries from the garden.
By Madame Purl, on June 16th, 2009
I’m so close to finishing my FLS. I’m just 10 rows away from the last cuff when my left hand started really hurting last night. I decided I better put it down and go put some Tropricin on it and call it a day.
So, your stuck with a picture from Sunday brunch. An asparagus frittata, using this recipe. It’s was delicious. I picked the asparagus up at the local farmers market and it was wonderful. Too bad (or good for me) that DH doesn’t like asparagus, so I was able to take the rest for lunch this week. Yum.
By Madame Purl, on June 13th, 2009
There was a little sun yesterday. By the evening it was just perfect.
I ran errands all day, but I did manage to get to the WWKIP day. I forgot my camera though, bummer. However, it was a really good turnout. I’m on the second sleeve of the FLS. I’m so close now, I can taste it. I’m knitting tonight while watching a great little family movie – Uncle Nino. Definitely a 5-star moving for me on Netflix.
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