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Friday, January 16, 2015

This n That

Lots of random things going on, some reading, "All the light you cannot see" by Anthony Doerr. It is an excellent book and very well written, I am 3/4 of the way done and can't wait to finish, although then I will be sad it is over!! (if you know what I mean)    I have been knitting a bit, it is perfect weather for knitting because it is so cold!!! Negative degrees most mornings and evenings, and highs of 19 degrees F during the days.
I finally finished a project, a lovely cowl, I will gift at some point. It's my second one in this pattern...I made it longer so it could also be used as a hood.

Take a look
                                                     I added 4 "



                                                     To get the hooded effect



                                           Love this yarn



Next up a lovely starry night picot dot wrap (ravrely pattern)...with hand dyed yarn 98% merino wool and 2% lurex fiber for the sparkle

Here it is so far


Unfortunately you can't see the starry part, hopefully when I am finished I can get a better picture.





I was gifted a beautiful Amaryllis for Christmas and here it is Day 1 of blooming




                                          It's going to be a beauty




Well, I guess that's all my "this n that"   my dear blogging friends, new and old, I cherish you all. Wishing you happy days and peaceful nights. Thank you for visiting and all you lovely comments.




xoRobin



  My 60th,  I have no idea what I'm laughing at, but it was funny.....probably mom being a nerd!!!

10 comments:

  1. That cowl is gorgeous and looks wonderful on you! You're so pretty! I hope you show us the Amaryllis when it's opened up! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  2. Okay are you like my twin or something? I am reading the same book, enjoying it a lot and I am about 1/3 of the way through with it. I just finished using that yarn in my first finished project of the year, I LOVE it. And I think I might have the same amaryllis on my table although mine might be more pink, I am waiting for it to grow. Do you feel like I am stalking you or something? I hit 50 this year and you hit 60!
    Hugs and love the picture of you at your party.
    Meredith

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  3. I love the cowls, particularly the longer one that works as a hood, perfect for this time of year and weather. The colour of the yarn for the wrap is beautiful. A delightful picture of your birthday, a wonderful memory to treasure. Happy belated birthday.

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  4. What great cowls Robin and they look so snug too. I am so pleased you enjoyed your birthday what a delightful photo of you. Have a lovely weekend, Daisy and co arrive in the next few hours...I can't wait xx

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  5. Lovely cowls Robin, the hood looks very cosy!
    What a great birthday photo! :)
    Enjoy your weekend and keep cosy, still snowing here!! :(
    V x

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  6. Beautiful Cowls ! Enjoy your days that seem so cold ... !!! Hugs

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  7. Gorgeous! Those cowls look very snuggly. Love that happy laughter in your birthday pic!

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  8. Your cowls are beautiful and you look wonderful in yours! Happy Birthday for whenever it was! xx

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  9. Hello dear Robin,

    LOVE that photo, you look so happy!!! And those knitting of yours are just so beautiful too, here's to a new, creative year to come!

    Many warm wished from snowy Finland!

    Yours,
    Mia

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  10. Absolutely LOVE that photo of you and your birthday cake....you look so HAPPY!!!!
    belated but warmest birthday wishes from over here in Spain.

    keep well

    Amanda xx

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