Author Archives: twitchy

Doris Shawl

Posted on March 7, 2013 by twitchy

My maternal grandmother was named Doris.  She was an excellent lady.  She had 5 kids and 27 grand- and great-grand children.  Those 32 relatives had about 10 different names for her (Mom, Mother, Ma, Nannie, Granny, Grandma, etc.).  To me … Continue reading →

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Where does the time go?

Posted on December 5, 2012 by twitchy

It wasn’t long ago that I thought to myself: I have plenty of time for all of my holiday knitting.  And now…I’m laughing at myself.  Even starting the day after Christmas, a knitter NEVER has enough time for holiday knitting; … Continue reading →

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Cape Creek Cashmere Set

Posted on November 25, 2012 by twitchy

What’s more exciting than getting in a sample skein of 100% cashmere yarn from Hand Maiden?  Just about nothing! I took this opportunity to design a quick, simple, unisex hat and fingerless mitt pattern combo, the Cape Creek Cashmere Set. … Continue reading →

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Sick Day Knitting

Posted on November 1, 2012 by twitchy

I’ve been sick.  Really sick.  And it’s no fun at all.  Except the part when I get to lay around in bed with all the animals, and knit the day away while listening to audio-books and sipping on heavily honeyed … Continue reading →

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Moving

Posted on October 31, 2012 by twitchy

This video was shared with me, and it moved me.  Profoundly.  I hope you also enjoy it.

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