by Venessa | May 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
Although I frequently knit from patterns, I can rarely get beyond a few centimetres before my mind wanders, and I am altering them significantly. This is not a reflection on the designer’s work. On the contrary, a good designer inspires our creative spirit;...
by Venessa | Apr 23, 2010 | Uncategorized
The time has come to let Dollie go. She has found her legs and will soon be on her way into my closet. Paper Dolls was a meaningful knit. Designer Kate Davies has been recovering from a stroke, and by knitting this pattern with friends, this is Jamie wearing hers. ....
by Venessa | Apr 13, 2010 | Uncategorized
We have something to celebrate! This group of eleven women, two are missing from this photo, and one is taking the photo, came together several months ago for Sunday morning classes at three bags full. A few weeks after meeting, it was clear that a strong bond of...
by Venessa | Apr 5, 2010 | Uncategorized
. . . . .Rosie M. leaves the audience breathless Francesca, at three bags full, has a knack for finding the avant garde! One of her recent revelations was Gala Wool, a local company. Wool purchased from the MacAusland mill on PEI is dyed by Brigid Weiler on Cortes...
by Venessa | Apr 1, 2010 | Uncategorized
We knit and laughed non-stop at Fibres West 2010 for 6 hours each day. Well okay, we shopped a little, too! Marlene’s beautiful intarsia samples. . . . a class sample. . . .
