socks!

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I have been knitting a pair of socks while I ponder my next lace project. This pattern, Dimple Socks is designed by Kristi at Knitting Fool. I love her patterns – they come complete with sock bands for the finished product. That is assuming you don’t fall in love with them and keep them for yourself! : )

the excitement at Chez Swine is building as the Spin Out/In/On/Over/Under is only two days away!! Are you coming?? Did you see the prizes for donating to Heifer??? They are fantastic – everyone has been incredibly generous and Cara has outdone herself!

banana seats and spider handle bars

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How to make a cool wheel

Even Cooler!

apple of my eye!

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Were you wondering where I’ve been?

My BFF Mary and her daughter (my god daughter) Claire came for a visit and to celebrate Claire’s 12th birthday! Happy Birthday Claire! We had a real girls’ weekend, complete with popcorn and Mr. Darcy. Claire is one of my all time favorites, with her sassy attitude and her sharp mind (I think she gets that from me!). Her Mom is tops in my book too.

Claire has recently taken up knitting and completed her first sock. I put together a knitting basket for her birthday. As if she couldn’t get any better, Claire also requested a spinning lesson and seems to be a natural – the girl is good! check out that spun fiber in her hands – that is the result of a quick mini lesson and about five minutes of spinning!