Time flies ~
By Sarah | July 13, 2009
Whether you’re having fun or not! I can’t believe another summer weekend has come and gone. The last couple weeks have been completely insane around these parts (which is why the poor neglected plucky blog has been even more quiet than normal). But, we put all the insanity on hold to head West to Madison, WI to see some friends (with a stop in Rockford, IL to drop our carpooling companion off to see some more old friends). The weekend has been planned since March – no way were we going to let this pass us by!
There was the Art Fair On The Square that offered fantastic browsing opportunities and then, of course, the Farmer’s Market. How I LOVE a great market. Splurged and got two loaves of this. WOW.
Love the Capitol in the background. What a setting.
Say hi to Hickory Mr. Koa!!! Fully aware that I look a little crazed here. We were getting ready for a night on the town (which never happens) so I was a little excited!
They’re so dandy.
Just being silly.
Next morning we were up and at it, back to Rockford to pick up or intrepid travel partner, the fabulous Ms. Nicole.
But, wait, the most exciting part?!?!? I kid you not….I’m knitting an Ishbel and it’s totally keeping my attention. Just the knitting distraction I’ve needed.
The last few months I’ve had what can only be described as the worst cast of castonitis I have ever encountered. Nothing is holding my attention and I think I’ve figured out why- my thinking was all wrong! ALL WRONG! I was under the misguided impression (my own impression) that I needed mashed potato (you know, comfort food) knitting. When what I really needed was something to make me think (I need a knitting distraction!). Now, I know Ishbel is a pretty simple lace pattern, but for this lace newbie (terrified lace newbie would be more accurate) it’s just the ticket to keep me on my toes. And, as a bonus, I got to join all the Plucky Knitters in the Lace KAL! Whether or not I get it done it time remains to be seen, but here I go nonetheless. Though, I have to say, it seems to be flying along so far.I’m at the lace part, section B to be exact and I’m in love with this knit.
Now – off to tame my email in-basket….. Happy Monday everyone!
8 Comments
Mick on July 13, 2009 at 11:02 am.
This looks like a great lace newb pattern; Icarus was my choice, and it went well! Very lovely color.
libraryliz on July 13, 2009 at 4:04 pm.
You’re an inspiration! I started Ishbel too – in PK Plucky Classics Madeleine Elster. I haven’t reached the lace portion yet, but I’m really happy with it.
woolywumpus on July 13, 2009 at 5:36 pm.
Your Ishbel looks beautiful! Glad to hear you’ve got your knitting mojo back!
irishgirlieknits on July 13, 2009 at 6:18 pm.
Fun fun fun! Looks like you had a great weekend! Old friends are the best!
Love your Ishbel!! So glad the mojo is back!
Regina on July 13, 2009 at 7:50 pm.
I’m working on an Ishbel too! My first lace pattern as well. Although, I really wish I had some of your lovely yarn for it, but every time there has been a sale I have been too late. One of these days I will hopefully time it right.
Jodi on July 13, 2009 at 8:13 pm.
Glad to hear you had a good time! Madison’s my alma mater and one of my favorite places in the world.
Ishbel was super fun to knit for me. I’m sure you’ll love the finished product!
mai on July 14, 2009 at 9:31 am.
sounds like loads of fun!
your ishbel looks great so far. i’m glad it’s keeping your interest!
Megan C. on August 27, 2009 at 4:04 pm.
Just looking back on some of your older blog entries. I live in Madison, but don’t recognize the bar that you were in. Do you remember the name?