May 21, 2012
by Julie
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After a few weeks in which I didn’t have much time to spin, I came back to the merino angora blend and suddenly it’s much easier to work with. I find that often happens when I take a break. I’m … Continue reading
May 20, 2012
by Julie
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The first strawberry of the year was outstanding and chard fresh from the garden was delightful. After talking to Dad I ordered a new hummer feeder, complete with ant moat. My old hanging feeder had an ant moat and I … Continue reading
May 19, 2012
by Julie
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Yesterday we kicked off round 6 of Sock Madness with the pattern Dolce Pazzia. Being the test knitter is the only way I could possible beat these ladies through the gate! Sweet Madness indeed.
May 18, 2012
by Julie
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Catnip is pretty well established in various places throughout my garden. I started planting it to attract the neighbor cats in hopes of discouraging the mice from chewing expensive a/c wires and the chippies from digging tunnels near my foundation. … Continue reading
May 17, 2012
by Julie
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While we were out at Garden in the Woods I took the opportunity for a little garden stash enhancement. I picked up a lovely yellow indigo, a delicate little columbine, shooting star, milkweed, and an interesting little scrubby looking bush … Continue reading
May 16, 2012
by Julie
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Dad and I had a really lovely visit to Garden in the Woods. You can find many more photos on Flickr here. It was chilly and a bit drizzly so we were very nearly alone in the garden with just … Continue reading
May 15, 2012
by Julie
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We’ve had a string of graduations in the family for the last several years and this week it was my sister’s turn to graduate from nursing school. I know she’s worked very hard and hopefully it won’t be long at … Continue reading
May 14, 2012
by Julie
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I’ve knit several pairs of fingerless gloves for Daniel. He’s very choosy so I’ve written 3 or 4 variations on the pattern but this one seems to be the favorite. He often loses one, necessitating a new pair. My plan … Continue reading
May 13, 2012
by Julie
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My pictures are a little sketchy of the festival this year. I was able to go with Mom and I was more engaged with showing her around and learning my way around the new location than taking pictures. I was … Continue reading
May 12, 2012
by Julie
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These socks are from some Romney blend wool at picked up at CT S&W from Great Brook Farm in their $5 end of run bin. They are greener than in the photo but I hear the sun is returning soon … Continue reading
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