Beautiful yarns for deserving knitters.
So, while Dizzy Blonde Studios is battening down the hatches in anticipation of their first ever (YIKES!) hurricane, preparations are almost complete for this year’s Knit Dizzney event. First, for those of you who are not participating in the Sleep-Over, … Continued
So, what does one do with 2 coordinating yet contrasting skeins of yarn? Why you either knit or crochet them together into an amazing garment. And, boy, do we have the patterns for you! Introducing 2 new patterns designed … Continued
Just a quick recap of the amazing Knit Dizzney 2019 Limited-Edition Swag! (Link to yarn, project bag & headband pre-order form will be at the end of the post) “Darkest of Hearts”, from Dizzy Blonde Studios is sumptuous that is inspired by our most esteemed … Continued
Pre-orders are now closed! Pre-orders for 2019 Knit Dizzney’s Glittering Assemblage are now closed. Thank you all for your orders. Can’t wait to see you in 2 weeks! Remember, project bags and headbands are in very limited quantities, so order … Continued
Silvia Mendoza of Not Knots, one of our co-hosts outdid herself. A little larger than past years’ bags, these are approximately 11 inches tall, 11 inches wide with a 3 inch reinforcing casing band and a 3 1/2 inch gusset which … Continued
No t-shirts this year? That’s right…we are changing things up. This year we are offering Exclusive Event Ears inspired by this year’s themed character! Each lightweight headband is handcrafted by the very talented, long time Knit Dizzneyteer Cheryle J Kong. … Continued
Where does the time go? It just whooshed right by me! Of course, major construction as we work on building our new studio might have helped a little!. This year we are doing something a little different regarding the colorways, … Continued
UPDATE: We have filled the largest suite they have to offer, so we have closed registration for the sleep over . We didn’t expect such an overwhelming response to this newest part of our event! Thank you! For those who … Continued
Saturday & Sunday, September 7-8, 2019 Dizzy Blonde Studios, Lazer Sheep Yarns and Not Knots would like to invite you to come spend the day with us on Sunday, September 8, 2019 at the Disneyland Resort and play in the park for Knit Dizzney!! If … Continued
Last month we lost Mei Mei to kidney failure. She was 14, blind, deaf, but living her best life until the very end. For those who aren’t sure who Mei Mei is, she was our 2nd Dizzy Blonde who we adopted … Continued
We’re starting to gear up for our return to California for the brand new, first-ever Stitches SoCal. <—-follow the link for all the details! Just my luck that XRX finally offers a SoCal show the very same year I move … Continued
Just a quick recap of the amazing Knit Dizzney 2018 Limited-Edition Swag! (Link to yarn & project bag pre-order form will be at the end of the post) “Glitchin’ Sheep”, from Lazer Sheep Yarns is sumptuous MCN sock yarn that is inspired by our adorable … Continued
Pre-orders are now open! Pre-orders for 2018 Knit Dizzney’s Schweetz Schwag are now open. Please use the form below to reserve yours today! Because so very few people ordered t-shirts, and want to pass the saving along to as many as we can, … Continued
Again this year, these exclusive project bags are hand-crafted by one of this year’s co-hosts, Silvia Mendoza of Not Knots. A little larger than past years’ bags, these are approximately 10 inches tall, 10 inches wide with a 3 inch reinforcing … Continued
And for another year in a row I ask: “Wow! Where did July go?” It just whooshed right by me while I’ve been trying to adjust to life in hot, sticky, cloying, beautiful Florida. This year Lazer Sheep is dyeing the hero … Continued
So, we thought it would be fun this year to host a t-shirt decorating contest as part of our Knit Dizzney festivities! Just as Vanellope and Ralph got to create and decorate Vanellope’s Candy Kart, you all will have … Continued
…Sugar Rush, that is! Achievement unlocked if you guessed “Wreck It Ralph” for this year’s Knit Dizzney’s movie theme. But have you guessed the main theme character? None other than Vanellope von Schweet, the snarky, rebellious … Continued
Just a quicky post to let you all know that the order form is up and ready! It’s at the bottom of this post or at the bottom of the previous T-Shirt post. Later today I will finally be announcing the … Continued
There is nothing wrong with your monitor. Do not attempt to adjust your settings. For the next few minutes, sit back and watch your screen and we will control all that you read. We repeat: there is nothing wrong with your … Continued
Sunday, September 9, 2018 Dizzy Blonde Studios, Lazer Sheep Yarns and Not Knots would like to invite you to come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort and play in the park for Knit Dizzney!! If you wish to spend the day in … Continued
KnottyLa’s Shop My Stash Sale Sunday, October 22, 2017 10:00am to 3:00pm (or until it’s all gone, whichever comes first) Nothing over $10! DBS Headquarters: 12726 Oxford Dr. La Mirada, CA 90638 Front Courtyard Yes the rumors are true. We … Continued
Most fiber crafters I know take a knitting or crochet project to work on while standing in line. Let’s face it, it makes us much kinder, more patient and tolerant people! It also gives us something to do while we … Continued
So, Disneyland has gone and changed their Downtown Disney parking policies just in time to throw a bit of a monkey-wrench into our 2017 Knit Dizzney plans. “Effective august 16, 2017, the parking policy will be updated to provide … Continued
Just a quick recap of the amazing Knit Dizzney 2017 Limited-Edition Swag! The official Knit Dizzney 2017 t-shirts are a light-weight soft 50/50 cotton poly blend. Sizing and pricing charts as well as pre-order forms for the T-shirts can be … Continued
Pre-orders are now closed Pre-orders for Tangled Treasures are now open. Please use the form below to reserve your official Knit Dizzney 2107 swag. Because we have 2 different colorways to choose from, our “Package Deals” will be done … Continued
As many of you know, Dizzy Blonde Studios will be moving to Florida by early next year. Now, this doesn’t mean that 2017 will be the last Knit Dizzney, no. It just means that we’re going to need a little help … Continued
These exclusive project bags are hand-made by Silvia Mendoza of Not Knots. They are approximately 9.5 inches tall with a generous rectangular base; ample room for most knitting and crochet projects. They are fully lined with light-colored coordinating fabric. … Continued
Wow! Where did July go? It just whooshed right by me while I’ve been stuck in remodeling hell! It’s finally time to unveil the official 2017Knit Dizzney yarn colorway, and we hope you’ll be please! As I no longer have my usual dye set-up available … Continued
T-SHIRT PRE-ORDERS ARE NOW CLOSED Here’s the scoop on the official 2017Knit Dizzney T-shirts* They will be available for pre-order starting July 24, 2017. Scroll to end of post for order form. Deadline for pre-orders is August 10th, … Continued
…and when I promise something I never ever break that promise. Ever. Our theme character had an identity crisis for 18 years, then at last she saw the light… Our character theme for Knit Dizzney is none other than… … Continued
Sunday, September 10, 2017 Come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort and play in the park with Dizzy Blonde Studios! You can purchase tickets online, or purchase them at the park. The official Knit Dizzney meet-up will be at the Hearthstone … Continued
Knit Dizzney 2016 Booty Call Pre-orders Yarn and Project Bag pre-order form link Loading…
Whew! This week has certainly been a whirlwind! But it’s finally time to unveil the official 2016 Knit Dizzney yarn colorway, and we hope you’ll be please! We love it! The official Knit Dizzney 2016yarn, “By Hook or By Crook” will … Continued
These exclusive project bags are hand-made by Silvia Mendoza of Not Knots. They are approximately 9.5 inches tall with a generous rectangular base; ample room for most knitting and crochet projects. They are fully lined with light-colored coordinating fabric. … Continued
Here’s the scoop on the official 2016 Knit Dizzney T-shirts* They will be available for pre-order starting July 10, 2016. This year’s t-shirts forms are here. Deadline for pre-orders is August 5th, 2016. This will allow time to print the … Continued
The cunning kingfish, the bad barracuda! A man so deep, he’s almost unfathomable. A man so quick, he’s even fast… asleep! Our character theme for Knit dizzney 2016 is none other than… Captain James Hook! Now, time to go … Continued
Sunday, September 11, 2016 Come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort and play in the park with Dizzy Blonde Studios! You can purchase tickets online, or purchase them at the park. The official Knit Dizzney meet-up will be at the Hearthstone … Continued
We’ll be at Yarning for You this Saturday, December 5, 2015 from 10am to 1pm! We’ll have all your favorites there: Dizzy Blonde Superwash Sock, Dirty Blonde Superwash DK, Lambie Toes, and by popular demand, a limited quantity of “You Can … Continued
Just popping in really quickly to let you all know that the yarn clubs in which Dizzy Blonde Studios participates are open for membership. First, the Mean Girls Yarn Club is going on it’s 7th and final year. It’s … Continued
I am SO ready for Knit Dizzney! Are you? Here are some last minute details: Both parks open at 8:00 am. I will be at the compass area (centered between the entrance gates to Disneyland and Disney’s California Adventure at … Continued
Second Star To The Right We will be having a raffle as a fundraiser for Love on a Leash Rescue, Inc. There will be 4 prizes (pictured below, click to embiggen). You must be present to win. Here’s how … Continued
Pup Ruff Prize Package for Knit Dizzney 2015 Knitted Version – Download Now Crochet Version – Download now Additional Free Patterns: Knit: Bow Headband Whitney Headband Little Bow Headband Spring Baby Headband Bandana for Pups Secret Agent Collar … Continued
You can pre-order all 3 items on this year’s form. (Let’s hope I haven’t made things too complicated) And I forgot to mention that I’ll be doing the initial invoicing around August 15th. Oh! I forgot to mention if you … Continued
The pre-order form will be available tomorrow for all 3 Tink Dizzney 2015 exclusives! See you then!
Here’s the scoop on the official 2015 Knit Dizzney T-shirts* They will be available for pre-order starting July 15, 2015. This year, t-shirts, yarn & project bags will be on the same form. Deadline for pre-orders is … Continued
Once again Dizzy Blonde Studios has the distinct honor of being the official dyer for the Camp CogKNITive summer retreat. “Bella Tramonto” is a custom-dyed colorway exclusive to Camp CogKNITive and Dr. Gemma’s CogKNITive Podcast. (And if you aren’t already, I … Continued
It’s in the bag! These adorable bags are completely hand-made by Silvia Mendoza of Not Knots. They’re approximately 10″ tall, with a rectangular base, and fully lined with light-colored coordinating fabric. These are grab-and-go bags, lightweight and crushable. … Continued
Finally, it’s time to reveal this year’s Knit Dizzney theme: “You Can Tink My Bell!” We’ve finalized the official 2015 Knit Dizzney yarn colorway, and we think you’ll be please! (at least we hope you will…we love it!) … Continued
Sunday, September 13, 2015 Come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort with Dizzy Blonde Studios and The Knotty Girls! You can purchase tickets online, or purchase them at the park. The official Knit Dizzney meet-up will be at the Hearthstone Lounge in Disney’s … Continued
To start, let me assure you, I have not lost Trixie. She’s hale and whole, living the good life at Villa di Martos. And Mei Mei is doing quite well too. No. Today’s title refers to the local fiber festivals … Continued
Knit Dizzney is less than 48 hours away, and we cannot wait! Just wanted to share some last-minute info to help make the day the best it can be. They are projecting temps in the upper 80s, so please plan … Continued
This form is for Knit Dizzney participants only. If you’re unable to attend Knit Dizzney, but still want to order the yarn, you can do so through the shop. Here’s the link. $23 per skein plus tax Deadline for all Yarn … Continued
Deadline for all T-shirt orders is August 4, 2014 Invoicing for T-shirt orders will begin on August 5. T-shirts are no longer available. Thanks!
We’ve saved the best for last! These adorable bags are completely hand-made by Joan Nevin. They’re approximately 10″ tall, with a rectangular base, fully interfaced and lined with light-colored coordinating fabric. One of my favorite features is the band of … Continued
Finally, it’s time to reveal this year’s Knit Dizzney theme: Stitch Dizzney! We’ve finalized the official 2014 Knit Dizzney yarn colorway, and we think you’ll be please! (at least we hope you will…we love it!) The official Knit Dizzney 2014 … Continued
Here’s the scoop on the official 2014 Knit Dizzney T-shirts* They will be available for pre-order starting July 21, 2014. I will provide a pre-order form in a separate post. Deadline for pre-orders is August 4th, 2014. This will allow … Continued
Dizzy Blonde Studios has the distinct honor of being the official dyer for 2014’s Camp CogKNITive summer retreat. “Just Beachy” is a custom-dyed colorway exclusive to Camp CogKNITive and Dr. Gemma’s CogKNITive Podcast. (And if you aren’t already, I highly … Continued
Sunday, September 7, 2014 Come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort with Dizzy Blonde Studios and The Knotty Girls! You can purchase tickets online, or purchase them at the park. The official Knit Dizzney meet-up will be at the … Continued
T-shirt and yarn pre-orders are closed, however, if you still wish to get in on the exclusive Knit Dizzney 2013 colorway it is still available in the Dizzy Blonde Studios Etsy shop. At this point, however, there are no guarantees … Continued
Just a quick reminder that today is the last day to preorder your official Knit Dizzney 2013 T-shirt! Additionally, today is the last day to pre-order Dizzy’s Beauty for delivery at Knit Dizzney. However, I will continue to keep it … Continued
The official Knit Dizzney 2013 yarn, “Dizzy’s Beauty” is now available for purchase or pre-order! It’s 4 ounces, 560 yards of Dizzy Blonde Studios Superwash Sock Light Fingering base done in glorious variegation: black, deep wine, bright raspberry, cotton candy … Continued
Sunday, September 8, 2013 Come spend the day at the Disneyland Resort with Dizzy Blonde Studios and The Knotty Girls! You can purchase tickets online, or purchase them at the park. Both parks open at 9:00 am. The official Knit … Continued
Southern California can be an ideal place to live for several reasons: temperate weather, beaches, mountains, top-notch entertainment wherever you go, and a rich history. However, if you’re a fiber artist, you will soon realize that there is one thing … Continued
I am slowly but surely drafting up the patterns that I am obsessively knitting. Someone needs to invent something that writes down your steps and charts your stitch patterns as you knit them. Can someone get on that asap please? … Continued
That’s what my mom used to say when I was growing up, when one of us had been unusually quiet for quite some time, who suddenly pops up with some sort random outburst, rarely having to do with the immediate … Continued
…as in seriously hard-pressed to find my writing mojo. Between Ravely, Facebook, Plurk & Twitter, I’m all worded out. The social media thing seems to be the in thing and phasing out the blog thing. But sometimes there’s news of … Continued
Just popped in quick-like to remind everyone that the sign-ups for the next episode in the Mean Girls’ saga are tomorrow morning at 9:30AM PDT at The Mean Girls Yarn Club blog. Don’t know what the Mean Girls Yarn Club … Continued
Hi! I know it’s been a while since I last updated the blog (a WHOLE WEEK!!!! snerk) but it HAS been entirely too long since I updated the etsy store. Well, not any more! There will be a micro-mini updated … Continued
Bad blogger, no doughnut! I swear, wasn’t it just last week that I last posted? No? Damn. It’s pretty bad when the April Fool’s joke is the fact that I’m actually blogging, now isn’t it? Well, today’s is gonna be … Continued
Tenderfoot is finally ready for her publishing debut! The final road was long and hard…ahem…there were rewrites and recharting in spades (btw, do you know how hard it is to get “clever engineering” from inside your head, down onto a … Continued
…of epic proportion. Yup, I got broadsided by an impromptu and inexcusably long hiatus. And usually, when a blogger has been absent for as long as I have, they have the good manners to have gone through, done some house-keeping … Continued
aka the common pillbug. I’m sure you’re familiar. Recently I found that I resemble the behavior of this fascinating little creature in as much as when I feel threatened I curl up onto myself, presenting an armor-plated exterior to the … Continued
Ugh, I have SO neglected this blog! And because of it, I have so much to catch up on posting. I could cite the usual busy-busy excuse…but who isn’t busy these days? So, I guess I have to come clean … Continued
Tomorrow, August 8, 2009, marks the 1 year anniversary of the opening of Dizzy Blonde Studios! It’s hard to believe it came around so fast! So how do you think I plan to celebrate? Well…besides having champagne, that is. Give … Continued
aka, “Where the Hell Has La Been, Anyway?!?” The answer is here, buried under a pile of “to-do” lists and “sooper seekrit shit” lists, so basically, I have a lot to talk about, it’s either that I can’t, or I … Continued
As kids there were always the three of us: Teri, Jane and me. And when we’d get together, you could always find us “reenacting” our favorite TV show. Jane, with her glorious long brown hair was always Kelly, that was … Continued
Ever since February, when everyone on Ravelry sent me this particular valentine… …I have been inspired by it so much, it moved me to design this: The world’s first-ever Ass Quack Complete with Curly Dual-Tail of Doom Pattern and specs … Continued
Many of you have expressed your desire for semi-solid colorways in a heavier weight, and I am nothing if not accomodating. My DK yarn is a 100% superwash merino and kettled dyed to perfection. As with the sock yarn, each … Continued
Just wanted to drop on by before I forget to let everyone know that Dizzy Blonde Studios will be updating it’s store on April 4, 2009, at approx. 10:00 am, California time. I’m really excited about this update! Not only … Continued
A few weeks ago I submitted a design concept to Twist Collective. Now, I already knew I was aiming kinda high, but I thought, what the heck! You don’t know if you don’t try, right? So, yeah, I got a … Continued
A Recent Conversation: Fickleknitter– So, I’ve completed my shopping list for Stitches West…ONE OF EVERYTHING! See, done! La – Yeah, I have a few things on mine too, but it’s not nearly as concise, yet vastly encompassing as yours. FK– … Continued
So, continuing on with our floozy-a-long… January 3: Minbari This is a design I that fell outta my head while I was working on a different design to submit to Knit Scene. This new design will feature lace, cables and … Continued
So, there’s this Ravelry group that I’m a member of, which is the online presence of a knitting group, which I’m an honorary member of. Anyhow,the OOPS Knitters was starting this awesome GKA called “Feel Like Floozy” You can start … Continued
I’d like to introduce you all to the newest member of the Dizzy Blonde Studios line-up of Bombshells: Ginger aka Just My 2 Cents I’m ready for my close-up… You can find her, along with the rest of the Dizzy … Continued
Because you all mean so much to me, I give you.. Sock and Awe! Enjoy!
…Winter Knitty, 2009, shall we? How about the Woo! The Meh! and The Bleh!? Oh but first I just gotta say…LOVE the cover-art. OMG, is that model breathtaking or what? She and Ysolda have got to be 2 of the … Continued
Health: I have a cold. A cold that I’ve been fighting for weeks. A cold that has had me living with a headache for 2 weeks. A cold that finally hit today…the day before Thanksgiving. And a cold that is … Continued
Today’s opening caption compliments of Tareshen aka dutchjackalgirl ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ You people sure don’t make things easy on a person now do you? I had so many awesome entries, it took me DAYS to finally narrow it down. But first, let … Continued
So, those who know me, know that I try to avoid swatching as much as possible. Knitting socks in a yarn other than what the pattern calls for? Eh, wing it! Knitting a scarf or stole or shawl? Why the … Continued
October 10, 2008 Yes, friends. 10/10 at approximately 10:10am pst I’ll be updating Dizzy Blonde Studios with more stock. We’ve got 3 brand new colorways! If you’d like a sneak preview of what’ll be available, check out my yarn page.
“Better to remain silent and be thought a fool than to speak out and remove all doubt.” –Abraham Lincoln And that’s all I have to say about last night’s “Great Debacle bate”…most of which I refused to watch. So, Knitscene … Continued
…unless it’s been wishful thinking on your part, and to that I say HA! Foiled your evil plan!!!! Yes, I am alive. No, no tragedies have befallen me or mine. Yes, I am still knitting (among other things). No, I … Continued
Don’t say I didn’t warn you! That bundle of cuddly drooling cuteness is my 10 month old nephew and godson, Levi, and right there he’s telling me to hurry up and finish this dye run so I can update my … Continued
Since my mind is on the weekend, my thought-patterns are a little fractured. Question is, where will that take us? Let’s find out! I’ve got mail! When I got my last order of yarn blanks, Cheryl included a little easter … Continued
We now go live to Wool E. Sheepleton at Ravelympic Village… It’s a lovely day here at Ravelympic Village, and the games are in full-swing! Our story today is focused on one our two favorite plucky Ravtheletes. In the Ravelry … Continued
Psssst. Lookie over there. To the right. See those eggs? Thems baby dragons. Won’t you please help me hatch my darling eggs?
For 3 nights prior I tossed and turned, fretting and worrying, and running up and down the endless litany of what ifs; wondering if the knit world will like my yarns… Did I have enough color variety? Are the colors … Continued
Yes, that’s right, if all goes as I’ve planned and I don’t get trapped in ahem Plurk…again (still?)…Dizzy Blonde Studios will be open for business some time on 08/08/08…that’s Friday. That’s THIS FRIDAY! In the meantime, check the yarn page from … Continued
Raveler, Homesteadmom (Ravelry link) is participating in the Philadelphia Breast Cancer 3-day, and holding a raffle to help her meet her fund-raising goal of $5,000. For all you Ravelers, here’s her original detailed post. Curious about the prizes? Check ’em … Continued
…than this here blog lately. Sheesh! No, you are not mistaken, that WAS a tumbleweed rolling by. Life certainly has intervened…well, life and that crack-site called Ravelry. But for me lately, it’s been life. And the good stuff, not the … Continued
Okay, I know it sucks, but it’s the closest I could get to the title Joss’ newest amazing offering. It’s only Act I, but it’s definitely the opposite of bad. I even like the bit of belly pudge Nathan Fillion … Continued
I’ll get to that in a minute. but first of all, the answer to the “Destination Unknown” aka “Life Handed La a Heaping, Steaming Pile of PWND” Contest is, Svistov, Bulgaria for the Eagle on the Danube European Roman Festival. … Continued
The “Destination Unknown” Contest is now closed. Please proceed to the nearest exit in an orderly fashion. Thank you for playing, and have a good night.
Okay, so I’m cheating a little bit. I done Effed this Oh a while ago, but I’m only just now getting around to posting about it. Stats: Pattern: Noodle Cozy (free pattern by yours truly!) Yarn: Malabrigo Chunky [104yds/50g] 1 … Continued
In the “Where in the World WAS La Going” aka “Life Just Handed Me A Big Heaping Pile Of PWND” Contest…and it’s a visual one: Examples of Folk Dancers from this country: Not only by the new title of the … Continued
Thank you everyone, for your wonderful words of encouragement, your prayers, good vibes and super special healing mojo. Mama M is doing better. She underwent surgery Tuesday, was discharged from the hospital yesterday, and now is uncomfortably ensconced in a … Continued
Yesterday, while out shopping, my mother-by-marriage fell and broke both her arms. I’m guessing it’s pretty severe because she was hospitalized and will be undergoing surgery any moment now. The DH and his family are all on pins and needles … Continued
Back in 2006 I got a wild hair up my ass to make socks for the DH that, through average wearing would self felt. It succeeded. In fact, it felted so well that, even though the foot of the sock … Continued
Because you’re not gonna believe your eyes. Something is about to happen here that hasn’t occurred in a very VERY long time…if ever Are you ready? You sure? Ok, here goes… I have an FO! Marina’s Baby Blanket Go ahead, … Continued
Clue B All of these pictures are of points interest in the mystery country, 3 of these are in the actual city. Think you already know where we’re going? Better hold off until you’re certain! Visit the contest page regularly … Continued
Actually, the first ever here at Fibercrack’d! Okay, in all honesty, it’s being held in conjunction with the main blog. Still, a milestone’s a milestone right? In a nutshell, the DH and I are going on a rather exciting trip … Continued
Seems to be my mantra lately. There never seems to be enough time in the day, never enough days in the week, and certainly a dearth of both on the weekends, for everything I’m trying to accomplish. But things ARE … Continued
Stats: Pattern: Winged it: Toe-Up Magic Cast-On Encroachment Heel 2 x 2 ribbed Needles: Size 2 [2.75mm] 32″ addi lace (LOVE!) Yarn: 1 ball Lana Grossa Meilenweit 100 Multijacquard [100g/462yds] Thoughts: I was going to do the Kaylee Socks as … Continued
So I finally got my butt in gear and got it published: Both versions are available on one free pattern! You can either Ravel It! or click the button above for your free download. Enjoy!
Nope, no meme here. Nope, nuh-uh. If you’re looking for a meme, you better just keep on moving, cuz Fibercrack’d is a meme-free zone, dontcha know. Not a single solitary meme. Instead we have shameless pimpage of cuteness. The fact … Continued
The IK Summer 2008 preview is here, and I gotta say that it really, really doesn’t suck. Let’s hope this is the just first of many better-than-meh issues. The last couple issues had me seriously rethinking my subscription, I was … Continued
One of my Mission Possible 2008 goals was to find a purpose for my gorgeous Misti Alpaca yarn and actually put it to that use. Then, on one of her visits, my mom asked if I could make her a … Continued
Sorry about the mess, doing a little spring cleaning. I have the sneaking suspicion that I’ll have some visitors stopping by some time soon. You see, I’ve finally been “outted”…and by outted I mean I went on my friend’s podcast … Continued
I’ve got some excellent news! Last year, my friend Gina put a call out for help on behalf of her lovely tortie named Snickers. She needed assistance raising money for an expensive and much-needed surgery Snickers needed. I know how … Continued
I was a big damn holdout! I refused to see it when it was on TV, and then I refused to see the movie when it came to theaters. It wasn’t Star Trek, Star Wars or Babylon 5, and it … Continued
The Central Park Hoodie? She’s done a-blockin’… Actually it’s been ready to block for a couple of weeks now. Crying shame. I’ve either been too busy or there’s been someone staying in the guest/cat’s room, or I was just too … Continued
Well, the finished object isn’t called smackdown, though it could be. No, the smackdown comes later. Instead, I present… An EFfin’ Oh! Stats: Pattern: The Nora by Megan Ellinger Yarn: Some gawd-awful stuff called Baroque that my nephew bought at … Continued
A little while ago I was explaining to the Cat Knits group on Ravelry about a simple cat pad I made in my early months of knitting. Ida, founder of Lily Friends asked me if I could write it up in … Continued
The same man who can’t pay attention to 30 seconds of directions will stand mesmerized for seemingly hours watching a crane? OR The uber-cool cat toy you bought at that expensive little boutique is sitting in the corner untouched, while … Continued
I like to knit along as I’m designing. That helps me to better see what’s going on, if the different elements are marrying up well and if what looks good on paper actually translates into yarn perfectly. Oftentimes I’m left … Continued
timestamp should read 12-29-07 11:20 pm Fibercrack’d was created now.
Yesterday marked the first anniversary of very important addition to the family, because a year ago yesterday I brought home a dizzy little blonde bit of fluff and named her Trixie. And she made herself right at home…starting with my … Continued
December 7, 1941: A Date Which Will Live In Infamy Remember and Honor ~~~~~~~~~~ Yes. Ok. I admit it. I caved to my mom’s request for a hand-knit scarf for my dad. My dad has rarely asked me for anything, … Continued
I wasn’t expecting to post today. Until just a few minutes ago I thought I had nothing to say. And let’s face it. I’m tired. I’m tired in the way a person is when they carry on a conversation for … Continued
There’s no place I can be Since I Found Serenity Stats: Baby Blanket Pattern: Serenity Yarn: Lion Brand Cotton Ease, just a smidge over 5 balls. Worsted (9wpi) Needles: US Size 7 [4.5mm] circs. I used my Denise Interchangeables … Continued
Don’t worry, I’m not going to post pictures of my entire family. There’s not enough bandwidth for that. But there IS a very special event coming up, and it’s all about this little branch on the Wilson family tree: This … Continued
Yummy!You’re guessing angel hair pasta? . . . . Well…guess again. Even Better!That there is 60 grams of delicious yarny yumminess in the form of some super-soft laceweight that Wen brought over for a little Sunday to Dye For. Carolyn … Continued
A couple weeks ago Gina put out a call for help, and we were more than happy to answer. I has Snickers flavr. …by designing a whimsical scarf pattern using hugs-and-kisses cable pattern to border alternating cat’s face lace Jen’s … Continued
Uh, what was that? Where’s Morning Glories? Uh…yeah…well, about that. She’s in the time-out closet. No, she’s not on restriction, no I’m not angry with her. I’ve just been overtaken by obsession lately. Well, okay, obsession’s not quite the word … Continued
Happy Birthday Debi! Hope all your wishes come true. Many happy returns! ~~~~~~~ While everybody and their friend, and their friend’s sister, and their sister’s cousin, once removed, were off Harlotting here in LA, Clan Fickle and I were all … Continued
If you’re the kind a person to get a wild hair up your ass and decide to design something, oh…say, a baby blanket, and even though you’ve only designed one other thing before in your entire knitting life and that … Continued
If you’re the kind a person to get a wild hair up your ass and decide to design something, oh…say, a baby blanket, and even though you’ve only designed one other thing before in your entire knitting life and that … Continued
For the respectable bag ho… Back in February Stein Mart opened a new store in our town. Never one to miss the opportunity to check out new retail possibilities I went to their grand-opening, which just so happened to be … Continued
I’m sure it’s been well established that I’m a big Annie Modesitt fan. So when I was asked to review her newest book, Romantic Hand Knits I jumped at the chance. But I then realized, once I received the book, … Continued
Damn Here’s hoping… What I Did on My Summer Vacation – The Condensed Version (Because I’m Afraid That SuckASSho(le)st and All Things Sucky Regarding Computers, Internets, Software, Technology and Stuff in General That Breaks Our Shit and Makes My Head … Continued
Having been blocked the afternoon before, it was supposed to occur Sunday, sometime between the scheduled afternoon nap and dinner. But Saturday morning the DH killed the vacuum cleaner. Killed it. Dead. As in one minute he’s vacuuming his little … Continued
I’ll just be under the bed if anyone need me, mkay? Thank you, everyone, for you thoughtful words of encouragement and comfort regarding Sassy. Let me tell ya, today I’m feeling a million times the fool for getting all worked … Continued
Eve’s Rib Baby Socks Pattern: Cable Rib Socks from Better than Booties Baby Socks by Ann Budd Yarn: Knitpicks Essential superwash merino in Burgundy; leftovers…approx. 1/4 ball if that Needles: US size 1 [2.25 mm] bamboo DPNs Mods/Comments: The pattern … Continued
And here I bet you thought last week was it, huh? Wrong! Another Effed-Oh! Stats: Felted Roman Socks aka Udones Pattern: Plain toe-up (Turkish cast-on) in garter stitch; 60% heel Yarn: 4 (KFYS) Balls [50gm/231 yds. each] Knitpicks Palette in … Continued
You were cautioned you the day before yesterday, so if you’ve fainted from utter amazement and disbelief, it’s your own damned fault, cuz, guess what kids? That’s right, we’ve got another Effed Oh! Stats: Pattern: Kitty Pi from Wendy Knits … Continued
When does Sunday morning find you up and out of bed, dressed in something other than jammies or sweats and freezing your ass off in the 7:30 am June gloom drizzle? What draws you there, wearing pinchy heels, and forces … Continued
The Bromolow House, built in 1907 …and the awesome house I grew up in. This year it turned 100 and celebrated by being the featured home on the Tour of Historical Homes during the Highland (CA) Citrus Harvest Festival which … Continued
Peek-a-BOO! (Man I’ve got some big hands…I’m gonna be a classical pianist just like my Oma La!) Warning! Doting Oma was here and she had a shitload of pictures! This will be your only warning. Proceed at your own risk. … Continued
That’s gonna be the name of my band. But it’d have to be an all-acoustic band, and the lead singer would have to have some amazing pipes because I couldn’t have anything miked. Or maybe no vocals at all, just … Continued
The Beauty: Pattern:Hedera from Knitty Yarn: Two 50-gm balls of Idena Bambino Ull Superwash Needles: Brittany US Size 1 DPNs Mods: Only 1. The toe. One day I’m sure I’ll revisit the Bitchener Stitch, but that day is not today. … Continued
Marina Sweet Dreams
Just when you thought that we had forgotten that this is a knitting blog… Voila! It’s an Effed Oh! Pattern: My own boring-assed rolled-cuff, garter stitch non-felted Roman sock pattern with a garter stitch heel. Yarn: 2 50-gram balls KnitPicks … Continued
Jodi’s at it again! Go visit her at Knit & Plenty and check out her Oscar Nomiknitations for this year’s awards! (Later on you’ll have a chance to vote for your fave.) So I was on the phone with Debi … Continued
Marina Sol February 5, 2007; 6:55 pm 8 pounds, 8 ounces; 20 inches The proud parents, Chrissy and Carlos pre-arrival. Having never met the baby’s father before the one thing I can be sure of is thank GAWD he’s at … Continued
Seraphim directly off the needles back in October… …and Seraphim now, a mere 4 months later. Yup, lightning-fast, huh? Wendy’s got nothing on me! Specs: Pattern: Seraphim by Miriam Felton Yarn: Elann Peruvian Baby Silk in Sapphire. Oh! so soft! … Continued
I am happy to report that, except for a couple of isolated incidents in Malibu and Santa Clarita, Los Angeles is snow free. In other words, hell has NOT frozen over. But I’m afraid one of the satan’s minions has … Continued
I’ve got so many things to talk about today I don’t know where to start! I guess I’ll go chronologically: One of my new year’s resolutions was to become more knit-social On Saturday, a couple of knit-blogger internet friends became … Continued
I want to share with you the Charlie-Foxtrot that was awaiting me at 4:55 last Friday evening. Other than that, I had a wonderful Christmas weekend. How was yours? On Sunday we celebrated the holiday with my side of the … Continued
Once upon a time there was a middle-aged woman who one day lost her best 4-legged friend to cancer. And even though she healed with time, the loss of her beloved companion left a small empty space in her heart. … Continued
As I peruse aisle upon endless aisle of toys in my favorite stores, shopping for that perfect present for the little angels in my life, I have come across an alarming discovery: Elmos as far as the eye can see, … Continued
And I was completely oblivious to the fact that I had lost it! No, smartass, not my mind. I’ve been aware of THAT loss for quite some time now, but thanks for stating the obvious. No. I’m talking about my … Continued
Another Effed Oh! (Hey, don’t blame me, blame Carrie who brought up “Horton Hears a Who” in comments yesterday) Stats: Pattern: La’s Boringest Made-Up Straight Stockinette Roman Socks Pattern, aka, winging it… Yarn: 2 balls of Knitpicks sux Palette in … Continued
Okay. For all of you nosey and impatient peoples, or for those who just like to gaze upon knitted lace, here: Sheesh! You know what that is? That’s a close up of a block party… Peacock Feathers to be exact. … Continued
This is a relatively picture-heavy post that has nothing to do with knitting. You have been warned… But first, to all you Rhinebeck attendees…or should I say Whinebeckians, heretofore referred to as ‘Beckees?…BLOW ME! Oh, and just between you and … Continued
In honor of , Knitpicks shall hereafter shall be referred to as ASSpicks or even better SHITpicks. I used to LOVE their stuff. I would order their Fingering Weight Peruvian Wool by the buttload, dyeing it to my heart’s desire. … Continued
Unfortunately I don’t have a surplus of time today. I’m taking a mini-vacation at the end of the week (giving myself a 4-day weekend), to go play with my family in Laughlin, NV, and celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday, so … Continued
Unfortunately I don’t have a surplus of time today. I’m taking a mini-vacation at the end of the week (giving myself a 4-day weekend), to go play with my family in Laughlin, NV, and celebrate my dad’s 80th birthday, so … Continued
One of these things are not like the other… If you guessed #3, you would be correct! Numbers 1, 2 & 4 are all (still) WIPS, whereas #3 is an Effed-Oh! You want proof? YOU CAN’T HANDLE THE PROOF! Oops, … Continued
So, instead of more of the same, today I offer up the blessed little knitting I’ve been doing. You may want to be sitting for this… A FINISHED OBJECT! Yarn: Knitpicks Palette in Nutmeg. Needles: US Sizes 2 and 1 … Continued
So this weekend I dyed some more. I even got the SD in on the action, much to the DH’s chagrin. I swear, we really REALLY need to do something about these fiber unfriendly people. Like, lock them up in … Continued
It’s the ones who choose you that leave the lasting impressions… 10 years ago I was living in a cute little one-bedroom apartment in Long Beach. The apartment building had small separate, private garages that you had to access from … Continued
…damn, I sound like the Swedish Chef. Bork! Bork! Bork! Ok, so last weekend? I dyed. With Koolaid. When I went to fetch Peacock Feathers from the oubliette (under my desk), I found 3 skanks of Knitpicks dyable sock yarn … Continued
You all may want to be sitting down for this next statement, and brace yourself. Ready? Are you sure? Are you 100% absolutely, positively doubt free? Well then you brave souls, here goes: I have knitting content. (wha?) and I … Continued