Wyoming Breezes

Half Pi Shawl (Camping) blocked and posing in a snow bank 28 x 60 inches December 2020 The Half Pi Shawl came to life after Lori at Cowgirl Yarn finished her blocking magic. The snowbank shows off the lace well. December 2020 I'm thrilled with the results! Pattern :  EZ 100th Anniversary Pi Shawl: Camping (half circle version) Needles : US size 8 Yarn : Heritage 150 Sock Yarn (Cascade Yarn)  Color: 5631            I used one and a half skeins (225 grams - 738 yards) Blocking : Cowgirl Yarn (Laramie, WY)  Six different EZ 100th Anniversary shawls (3 full-circle and 3 half-circle) are available. They are: EZ 100th Anniversary PI Shawl: Gull Wings EZ 100th Anniversary PI Shawl: Hearts EZ 100th Anniversary PI Shawl: Camping EZ 100th Anniversary Camping Half-Circle EZ 100th Anniversary Gull Wings Half-Circle EZ 100th Anniversary Hearts Half-Circle

lace design visible when back lit November 2020 Once I set a goal to finish this long-time UFO, it wasn't difficult to sit down and knit at least two rows a day. I bound off the last stitch on Thanksgiving just as the sun was setting.  off the needles and in need of a good blocking  November 2020 It doesn't look like much on the hanger, but once it's blocked, I think it will be a beauty. I plan to take it to the LYS to be blocked because I don't have a area large enough to do an adequate job.  Pattern :  EZ 100th Anniversary Pi Shawl: Camping (half circle version) . free pattern on Ravelry Needles : US size 8 Yarn : Heritage 150 Sock Yarn (Cascade Yarn)  Color: 5631

My Friend Jean - scarf July 2017 One of the projects that I prepared to work on during my recovery was a lacy scarf/cowl called My Friend Jean by Rose Williams. I picked the pattern because it had a simple chart, and one of my goals this year was to knit from a chart. I just finished row ten or a 32 row insert, and it is clear that I will not have enough yarn for the complete pattern. I started with a gifted 50 gram ball of Rowan "felted tweed" (50% merino wool, 25% alpaca, and 25% viscose). According to my calculations, I will be able to knit ten more rows of the lace and then begin the seed stitch border. My version will be narrow, but I'm sure I will still enjoy wearing it. For some reason, this pattern and all the other "my friend" patterns by Rose Williams are no longer available on Ravelry. When casting on the hundreds of stitches for this scarf, I discovered a great tip to join in the round without twisting. "Join without twisting. . ....

mini doily crocheted by Susan S. date unknown Recently I went over to Sheila's house to pick up some honey to mail to Judy and her Mr. in Wisconsin. Sheila (a non-knitter) and I looked through some of her mom's knitting patterns and hand-written knitting notes and notations to determine what could be discarded. In one box we found four doilies that Susan had crocheted that needed blocking. You may remember that Susan explained her process to me, and I blocked some of her final pieces . It is satisfying to see the doilies starched and stretched into their intended shapes. Big or small, Susan's doilies are works of art. square doilies crocheted by Susan S. date unknown These two square doilies were gorgeous, and blocking them required an "army" of pins to keep the sides straight. preliminary pinning of Susan S. square, crocheted doily Some of the "soldiers' had to be moved several times, but before long they were marching in a straight li...

Brenda purchased yarn in Las Vegas for two Nymphalidea shawls, so I began the second shawl as soon as I finished the first one .  I was a little put off by the variegated yarn when I started, but since its a self-striping yarn, I decided to let it do its thing before asking Brenda if she wanted me to continue. When the other colors appeared, I was pleased with the look and continued knitting. Yarn:  Heritage Prints (Cascade Yarns) color #5 - (75% superwash merino, 25% nylon) Baah! LaJolla - Garnet (100% superwash merino) I pinned the shawl on the wall to show its true shape.  I like knitting the pattern so much that I've selected some yarn from my stash to knit one for myself.

I've visited and knit with Susan S. several times in the last two years. At every visit, I admired her beautiful, crocheted doilies and her knit blankets. My readers may remember the pattern that Susan agreed to share with me and with you. Sheila mentioned recently that her mother was willing to sell some of her work: I was thrilled at the opportunity to own some of Susan's works of art. I wanted larger, white doilies for the center of my kitchen and living room tables. Sheila selected a couple of doilies she thought I might like but also suggested I look through the entire box of doilies. Oh my, I was in heaven! From that box, I selected three other doilies and came home with these five beauties: The doilies range in size from 20 - 22 inches in diameter. Thank you, Susan and Sheila for allowing me to become the guardian of these works of art!

I don't need any more projects in the works, but the  Advent Calendar Scarf KAL  (Ravelry link) sounds like a lot of fun. When I found four hanks of Gloss Lace in two separate colorways in my sewing room, it seemed as though it was meant to be. Knit Picks - Gloss Lace Sterling 70 percent merino, 30 percent silk 440 yards in each hank - total 880 yards size 2 needles  I chose the soft grey (Sterling) that has a hint of blue in low light. The finished scarf will look something like this . Daily, from December 1 - 24, the 2013 pattern will be posted here . The Ravelry group (the first link given) will offer help and encouragement. Be forewarned the group is large (1,400 members, the last time I checked) and is VERY chatty. The original scarf is 50cm wide and 200cm long, which is nearly 20 inches wide and 78 inches long. Several on the Ravelry group mentioned knitting a narrow version, which is more realistic for me to knit and to actually use, so...

Dahlia awarded blue ribbon and Best of Show at Fremont County Fair Riverton, WY July/August 2013 I had two unexpected surprises at the fair: my doilies each won rosettes and a $40 award. Since I was gone the last two years when the fair entry forms were due, I was unable to enter Dahlia ; thus, I entered it this year. It not only received a blue ribbon but the Best of Show Rosette as well. The competition was stiff, so I am beyond honored to receive this award. People's Choice Award Fremont County Fiber Guild Vintage Pattern Challenge Fremont County Fair Riverton, WY July/August 2013 Since the fair was celebrating its 100th anniversary, the Fiber Guild had a vintage pattern challenge. Fair-goers voted on the items guild members displayed in the challenge. I had no idea that my vintage doily had won until I picked up my items at the end of the fair. It was a pleasant surprise. Mrs. Canon, who introduced me to knitting doilies, would be proud. The story of Mrs....

Vintage Doily size 1 needles - #20 cotton thread 11.5 inches in diameter Since the county fair deadline is fast approaching, I picked up my needles and managed to finish the doily in two late night knitting sessions. I used this pattern and was pleased with the how it turned out. My edging is not as distinct as the one online, but that may be the way that I blocked it. This doily will be in the Fremont County Fiber Guild display at the fair. Details can be found on this earlier post . Want to try a knit doily? I recommend this pattern - easy to follow and fun to knit. Intimidated by thin thread and tiny needles? Knit the pattern with cotton for a round dishcloth.

Late summer is traditionally a time for local fairs, and this year is the 100 anniversary of the Fremont County Fair. To celebrate the anniversary, the Fremont County Fiber Guild is encouraging members to select a vintage pattern (over 50 years old) and to make something for a special display. Guild members may enter two vintage-inspired items for a "People's Choice" award. source I want to eventually use whatever I knit, so  this pattern , which the site states is from an unknown Australian newspaper (1940s to 1950s), was selected. Needles: two circulars - size 1 Thread: 100% cotton (number 20)

An unusual round handkerchief approximately 10 inches in diameter   Frequent readers know that I love searching for vintage linens in antique stores and thrift shops, and two weeks ago, I hit the mother-lode and at a bargain price. Out of curiosity, I stopped at a local thrift shop to browse, and found three plastic bags stuffed with ladies handkerchiefs. Each bag was priced at $2. It didn't take me long to decide to purchase the bags. When I got home, I sorted the handkerchiefs for laundering and checked them for condition. Some still had paper labels attached: "Oriental lace," "made in Switzerland," "made in Ireland." I threw the ripped and the very thin handkerchiefs away and washed the rest. A multitude of screen-printed hankies. Because of the designs and color, I think some were manufactured in the 40s or 50s. While I ironed these lovely pieces of cotton, linen, and lace, I admired either their simplicity or their beauty. I have ...

While Marilyn and I visited at a lot of quilt shops on our trip, we also browsed antique shops. Marilyn was looking specifically for old beer signs for her husband, and I searched for vintage linens. Call me old-fashioned, but I use scarves on my nightstands, an antique buffet, and an antique dresser. I found some wonderful pieces for very reasonable prices. It was the six-inch crochet on each end of this linen scarf that caught my eye. Even though the piece had some yellowing, I knew the $8.95 price was a steal. After a good wash, most of the yellowing has disappeared, and the scarf fits the buffet nicely. Because of the two doves, I think this scarf was a wedding gift. The linen and lace are in excellent condition, so it was probably only used for special occasions. This scarf has a delicate edge and minimal embroidery in the corners. The untrimmed edge is the fabric selvage. It fits the dresser well for $2.95. I love this embroidered and cutwork piece (detail sho...