If I do say so myself....

I love Tuesday night knit ins. Cindy and Judy had returned from NHSW with new ideas and stories and Judy and Barbara had attended MSW, also returning with stuff and such. Everyone's project makes me think Ohhhh, I'd like to make that. Barbara and Paula each were working on great hats and Judy showed us, in person, the leaf lace shawl that is knitted with her hand dyed and hand beaded yarn in green,blues and yellows of spring. Did I mention 900 hand applied beads? Cindy is working on a secret-ish project so I will only say Oh-My-Gosh! How is it possible that CNN doesn't hound us for the secret of our excellence? As for myself, I am using red opal prisma in a puffy spiral pattern that I like quite well. I enjoy the conversation and idea exchange as much as the knitting. We discussed mulesing practices abroad as well as some other husbandry issues, where the best spot to add new yarn on a lacy piece was and how best to join the slinky ends, and which far away fairs and shows we'd attend if we could. And a heads up, we discussed a ufo Saturday and a group pi-r- square shawl so if any of that appeals to you- get in touch. Lastly, to those we are missing (and you know who you are) come out and play. Patty, come in from that garden. Carol R, get in the car, and quilt instead of knitting( sung to the tune of sticks and stones). Gail, don't make me come and get you....... su