I'm Just a Girl Who Cain't Say No

Some readers will recall my recent bout with the never-ending sweater otherwise known as Betty's Jacket. I finished it, although not pleased with the seaming and the gauge it was knit at.
However, when it made its appearance at the recent fiber festival in Charlevoix, it apparently was a hit. So much so that, even though the buttons were not sewn on, and it wasn't even blocked, someone bought it!
Betty was so pleased that she commissioned two more shawls.
And so I bring you, shown above, Purple Triangle, using Meg Swansen's Garter and Lace pattern. The color is a bit lighter than shown, and my wad of keys are there for scale.
With a deadline of mid August.
What was I thinking!

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Another Week, Another Wedding

I tried to get this posted yesterday, but naturally, Blogger was acting up again.  So I will give it a try now. This time the happy couple were my favorite former Army captian nephew and his beautiful bride, my new favorite blonde niece.

The wedding ended up being outside, after being moved in and back out.  Since the temps were below 90, I guess they decided on outside.  I had a front row seat and great view. My baby brother (and only brother) and his lovely wife were the groom's happy parents. 

Despite the claims of both sons and the parents that their family has no dancing genes, they actually got up to cut the rug.  Their boys were stunned to see them out on the dance floor.
And just so the picture is complete, here is a shot of the other nephew--my favorite first born nephew with my favorite brunette niece and my two favorite sweater recipients.

Aren't they cute? Saturday was a fun time, and I gained a new niece.

My New Treasure

The book shown above is my new treasure. The latest book of Elizabeth Zimmermann pattern just published by Schoolhouse Press.
Most of my knitting friends know I am a big fan of Elizabeth Zimmermann. I love her patterns, her methods, easy to read style, and her humor. Thanks to her, mostly, I am unafraid of adjusting patterns. Or even diving in with no pattern at all.
While recently congratulating myself on not succumbing to Knit Picks latest 40% off book sale, I "accidentally" started browsing, with no intention of placing an order. And then I saw IT.........Knit One Knit All.
I had to have it.
And when the fog cleared, I had an order confirmation in my inbox.
And now I have the book. It is great.
And I already have a sideways garter stitch sock started!

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Heat Shortened Post

I had planned to get online with the laptop and do some blogging. But I heard on the news that the power company wants us to limit usage tonight.
So instead I give you the above picture of my newest project.....a replacement watchband. Pattern is Boogie Time, from an old edition of Knitty.
Let it snow, let it snow...and think cool thoughts.

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Ugh!

I believe my regular readers know that I am no fan of,summer heat.
And although Hubby has occasionally turned on the AC, let me tell you, I'm dying here. So as I longingly reflect on last winter, I present the above picture, along with my fervent cry......"I want a nice snowy blizzard!"

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