January 22, 2006
Knitting with Friends...
You guys are so great...thank you for all the wellwishes...it really blows me away.
I haven't done this in a while...But in honor of a special occasion...
(Cowl Progress at the end of this post)
Knit Nite at my place!
Me and Lauren
Look at these Knitters!
If you can't tell, I was so happy to host my favorite ladies in my new abode! They all went above and beyond and totally amazed me with housewarming gifts and laughter...
On sunday, I got to see Jenna Pink Monkey (as Pixie calls her) and Lauren...
We had a wonderful afternoon, knitting, looking at books, watching Last of the Mohicans (aka The Movie that showcases "The Hair", and having an all around great time.
I tried on her cutaway cardi and now I want to make one. So many sweaters I want to make...so much stash I need to use up! A Lethal combination.
I'm not one to brag, but I'm pretty lucky in my fantastic local friends and my knit blog friends! awww.
I haven't posted any new pictures of Pixie in a while...I took this on Friday. She's growing up so fast.
That is one high watt smile!
Check out Donna's eldest Daughter...she is a fantastic knitter!
We're always happy to add another to the fold.
Cowl Progress...
I'm about an inch away from starting the ribbing for 3", then I put the sleeves on dpns, a little light shaping and voila! I get to pickup a fazillion stitches for the cowl...then Fini!
Back...
Front
I can't wait! I hope I'm not on sleeve island for too long! I want to wear this beauty!
Posted by Heather at January 22, 2006 08:01 PMYou certainly are lucky to have such great people around you (and great knitters to boot). The cowl is looking lovely and Pixie is adorable as always. How can you not smile when looking at her.
Posted by: Kate at January 23, 2006 10:41 AMCowl all the way in soft Silky Wooliness! Yummi yummi. I have some Silky Wool I must use...hmmm...
Where do I sign up to join the Knit Nite?!!?
I wish I had a place big enough. Sooo jealous.
Sounds like a fabulous weekend with girlfriends! :) I'm falling in love with your cowl neck sweater. I might have to make one of those... Have a great week!
Posted by: Karma at January 23, 2006 10:50 AMThe Somewhat Cowl looks phenomenal!!! I hope you've enjoyed knitting it... that project is next on my needles and I've loved Wendy's other two patterns (they seem to go so fast!).
Congratulations also on the new move- Looks like a ton of fun just you and your Pixie!
Oh...there is nothing better than having a bunch of your best girls around you huh?
And dang that girly of yours is too freaking cute!
Posted by: Scout at January 23, 2006 10:58 AMIt was great to be there "christening" the new place with all of the knitting. So special! Thanks for having me over twice (or was it three times?) this week! You rock, girl. Except, I look drunk in those pics - talk about rosy cheeks. Ack! (I don't even think I drank anything on Thursday!)
Your cowl is beautiful - it is going to look so spectacular. I can't believe how fast you are going on those size 4s. zoom zoom zoom.
xo
Posted by: L at January 23, 2006 11:02 AMYour somewhat cowl is looking great. I'm not yet at the armholes but hope to make it there soon.
Posted by: diana at January 23, 2006 11:12 AMWhat a great way to christen a new home. I'm so happy you have such wonderful friends around you! Pixie is adorable!
Posted by: Cathy at January 23, 2006 11:53 AMDonna's sweater if made herself has me envious. As well as your cowl sweater...
and an adorable dimpled munchkin smile :)
Posted by: stinkerbell at January 23, 2006 01:01 PMMmm ... your sofa looks so comfy ... is it from Ikea?
Always love photos of Pixie ... lovely!
Your cowl sweater is looking awesome! It definitely looks like it's going to be one of those classic sweaters you where all the time!
Posted by: Erin at January 23, 2006 02:22 PMwoo hoo for you all around. good friends, great knits, and pixie with those dimples, too cute! the cowl is looking great, love the color. best wishes to ya.
Posted by: jennifer at January 23, 2006 04:28 PMI can't wait to see you in the cowl! You're gonna look so cute! By the way, it looks like your hair is getting longer... me likes!
All of your festivities really make me miss you & Pixie so much! I wish I could've been there to knit with ya!
Posted by: Keowdie at January 23, 2006 04:41 PMCongrats on loving it on your own! At least you have that totally cute daughter to keep you company!
Your cowl is lloking very cozy and lovely. I can't wait to see it completed.
Posted by: Amanda at January 23, 2006 05:43 PMYour cowl is looking awesome my dear. Can't wait to see you wearing her!
I LOVE, LOVE your new place. It is the coolest! Wishing you only the BEST!! Love ya!
Posted by: Eilene at January 23, 2006 06:27 PMHey girlie : ) So much fun the other night! Thanks for having us all over. Love the new place! I look so serious in that photo, huh..all business of course...yeah right..where's the wine?! The cowl is looking fab dahling. You will look HOT in that one ; ) xo D
kisses to MS. Pixie..ahh so gorgeous!
Glad you had such a great time. Lovely work on Cowl. And that Pixie, she just keeps getting cuter.
:)
Hey H! I love the new digs - I'm sure you and Pixie will have tons and oodles of good times there.
And lots of fun knit nights, of course!
*hug*
Posted by: elisa at January 24, 2006 08:17 AMWow, I'm glad the back of my hair looked good on sunday :) Thanks again for being such a wonderful hostess, you're know I love your place and want to find one just like it in DC, haha yeah right. I didn't want to go home when we had to leave, so I hope we can get together soon! Mwah!
Posted by: Jenna at January 24, 2006 09:53 AMLooks like the new place is perfect for a knit nite, and what a doll your Pixie is! Pretty cowl too-I love that color!
Posted by: Teresa at January 24, 2006 11:16 AMThe cowl is beautiful! Pixie adorable! & friends wonderful!!
Posted by: dianne at January 24, 2006 09:38 PMooh! I can't wait to see your cowl! I'm jonesing for an f.o. right about now :). Your new place looks cozy!
Posted by: Moni at January 25, 2006 01:06 PMYour cowl is looking GOOD!! Pixie is gorgeous by the way - those dimples are too much!
Posted by: Vicki at January 25, 2006 02:58 PMI've been sick so I'm just now catching up on the changes chez Pixie... your new place looks fabulous - and how much fun that you guys had a knit-warming! Hoping this is the start of an awesome 2006 for the Cowgirls. :)
Posted by: Kathy at January 25, 2006 03:22 PMYou sound like you had such a great weekend, what great friends you have.
Your post made me smile the whole way through.
Cowl sweater is coming along great.
Posted by: Estee at January 26, 2006 05:02 PMHeather, Congratulations on making a difficult life change! I hope you and Pixie dig your new digs. The color of the cowl is stunning. I am sure it is going to look great on you.
Posted by: Brenda at January 27, 2006 09:35 AMOh look at those dimples! Too cute! The cowl is really looking great!
Posted by: Karen at January 27, 2006 03:13 PMI love the color of your sweater! It'll look great on you. Congrats to you and your precious little Pixie on your new home. May you knit many beautiful sweaters there -- sort of a knitting blessing for you.
Posted by: Jeanie at January 27, 2006 07:46 PMCongrats on the new place H!! It looks great :) You and Pixie are in my thoughts and I hope you've got lots of great new starts ahead of you!
Posted by: Katherine at January 30, 2006 05:54 AM