Anything Knitted and Crocheted

Welcome to my blog. I hope to blog about my knitting and crocheting as well as everyday life. The patterns that I post are original and as such there is copyright on them. When they are based on another pattern there is a link to the pattern.

The picture is of me and they hubby taken May 16th, 2009 (11 days after the car accident). We were at a restaurant on 109 st just across from the Garneau Theatre. It was a Rocky Horror Picture Show midnight playing. It had been so long since I had been at one.

I love to share patterns that I find along the way or to talk about some of the neatest designers that are out there today, so I love to post links to the designs or the designers.

So grab a cup a and sit and enjoy the blog.

The reason for the new look is the Nightmare Before Christmas Template wasn't working anymore.

Cora

Lost and Found TV Show

The story: Detective Tessa Cooper (Katee Sackhoff, Battlestar Galactica) may be a brilliant crime solver, but she's a loose cannon in the eyes of her superiors because of her unorthodox methods and lack of boundaries. After repeatedly refusing to play by the book, Tessa is banished to the John Doe division, where the victims have no names, the cops have few leads and she's forced to partner with Burt Macey (Emmy Award winner Brian Cox, Nuremberg), a skilled, but surly old timer. Tessa's being set up to fail, but she is too stubborn to let that happen and resolves to give victims back their identities while giving closure to loved ones left behind.

From executive producer Dick Wolf and executive producer/writer Chris Levinson (Law & Order) comes a new twist on the crime drama and a young detective that is engaging, funny and totally original.

The cast: * Katee Sackhoff (Detective Tessa Cooper) * Brian Cox (Detective Burt Macey) * Bahar Soomekh (Abigail Nezhukumatathil-Grant) * Josh Cooke (Max Burroughs) * Damon Herriman (Anthony Eckel) * Holland (Leslie Dillinger)...

A meaningful topic: Giving their identities back to unidentified persons is the work of many volunteers in the United-States. One of them, Wayne Leng, created the website MissingPeople.net - first as a memorial to his friend Sarah and now to all the Vancouver Downtown Eastside missing and murdered women. In this interview with Todd Matthews, he talks about his work and his dedication to the missing and unidentified persons.

A couple of websites you might you want to check out : * Peace 4 the missing * MissingPeople.net * NamUS * The Doe Network

As most readers of my blog know I do NOT normally promote tv shows as what I like may very well be different from what you like. This show is the exception...there are so many missing and murdered in the Canada and US, even around the world. These are people that would never be identified if not for the dedicated work of many people behind the scenes. Please, please join up and let NBC know that this is an important show in so many ways.

Cora

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

6 New Patterns on LionBrand.com from February 1 to 7, 2010

	Knit Basketweave Afghan This cozy afghan features the classic basketweave stitch pattern, a simple yet elegant design. Make it in colors to match your decor with 30 colors of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick. Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Crystal Falls Cowl This oversized cowl features fashionable ribbing. Wear it as a hood or a loose scarf, or wrap it around twice for added coziness. Made in Alpine Wool, this 100% wool cowl will keep out the cold! Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Gotham Gauntlets These simple wrist warmers come in three different lengths -- perfect for every member of the family -- we've layered them to make an even more colorful statement! In classic Wool-Ease, you can make them in any color your heart desires! Click here to view pattern details.
	Knit Lexi Leg Warmers These fun, striped leg warmers are a great way to keep warm while staying stylish! Made in easy-care Jiffy, they're perfect for keeping warm while out on the town! Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Montmartre Hat and Scarf Get creative with crocheted stripes! This colorful hat and scarf set is a great way to brighten up your day. This easy pattern will work up quickly in super-bulky Hometown USA, so you'll be wearing this set in no time! Click here to view pattern details.
	Crochet Tivoli Beret Fight the winter chill with this stylish beret in 100% wool Fishermen's Wool. All your friends will want one of these hats this season, so lucky it's fast to crochet! Click here to

Friday, February 5, 2010

Some fun items for Valentine's Day

Fast-Finish Projects for Valentine's Day


Crochet Valentine Envelopes	Knit Bouncy Bunny Sock Critter	Crochet Amigurumi Heartfelt Bear

Crochet Amigurumi Love Birds	Knit Valentine Pouch	Crochet Amigurumi Potted Plant

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Valentines Day...

Well we all know Valentine's Day is coming up. Hubby and I are anything but traditional. I like to make him items but it has to be kitschy and fun.

I have come across a couple of items on Ravelry...so I now have to decide what to make. I know he keeps bugging me for a scarf, which will be for next winter.

So here are my ideas...

Mr and Mrs Robot

Chocolate Bunny

Let me know what you think...

Cora

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Lily Brand Cottons has some really cute patterns for February...

February has many special days this year...Valentines Day (February 14th), Chinese New Years (also February 14th) and of course Groundhog Day (February 2nd).

Ground Hog Day

February 14th this year is not only for Valentine's Day...it is also Chinese New Year (Year of the Tiger)

Chinese New Years-Year of the Tiger

Rose Bouquet (crochet)

Love Bugs (crochet)

Valentine Dishcloth (crochet)

Happy Ground Hog Day Everyone!

As most of you know I was in the Groundhog-Along that was using planetjune's groundhog pattern. If you are not aware of her designs you should check them out. Here is apicture of Willy the Albino Groundhog on the right and the one a crocheted. They pretty cool, huh?

Monday, February 1, 2010

Groundhog-Along fianlly finished.

I love the pattern and it is so easy to crochet. Thanks planetjune for the pattern.

Cora

Groundhog

Saturday, January 30, 2010

Something from LIon Brand and Lola for a four legged friends


Crochet Flower Garden Dog Sweater	Knit Need for Tweed Dog Sweater	Knit City Stripes Dog Sweater

Cowls and Collars from Lion Brand Yarns...

Keep Warm with Stylish Collars & Cowls


Knit Dobbs Ferry Cowl	Crochet Wendy Collar	Knit Colwick Cowl	Knit Pelham Bay Cowl

Friday, January 29, 2010

Alan Dart and Haitian Ada-the toy he disegned for use in Haitian Relief Efforts.

I am so very excited...shortly after the earthquake that hit Haiti, I was talking with my husband about what could I do to help the relief efforts. He said well pull out some yarn and needles or hook and work on something. I really wanted to use a toy pattern but wasn't sure which one. I have loved Alan Dart's designs ever since I first start buying Simply Knitting. Alan is their toy designer.

So I emailed Alan, asking if he would be interested in designing something that could be used for raising money or even to send to the children later on. I have seen the benefits of a child who has gone throuhg a traumatic experience through the Victim Services Teddy Bear program her in Edmonton. Nothing is comforting to a child tahtn to receive a teddy whne dealing with something traumatic.

So I heard from Alan yesterday, he had finished his committment ot Simply Knitting early, he had a deadline if January 22, 2010 to submit his design.and then he would work on this design, in fact he had been researching an animal native to Haiti, called Hispaniolan Solenodon (pictured below)

So here is Haitian Ada who will be released on February 1st, 2010 on Alan's website, http://www.alandart.co.uk/pages/products, also Carol of Knitting, Beads and other things has a kit available on her website as well. Ada is a free pattern download available directly from Alan Dart at www.alandart.co.uk. $1.00 USD of Ada in a Bag's proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund. Our price: $17.99

Here is a picture of the finished design. So please donate the amount that you would have paid for the pattern (Alan usually charges £2.50 for his downloads, this works to approximately $5.00 CAD) for Haitian Relief Efforts. Also think of purchasing the knitting kit from Carol so that she will be able to donate to Haitian relief. Carol's kits are wonderful and the service is great.

Cora

The “Proselytize Knitting” Badge

The “Proselytize Knitting” Badge - A requirement for all Knitting Scouts, the recipient must do his or her bit to present knitting in a positive light, whilst at the same time avoiding all references to “hipness”, grandmothers, and yoga.

I’m always doing my part in this arena whether it’s spoken or written like in this blog. I teach at my local community league, which was a fluke. I am involved in the Alberta Avenue Initiative and was asked to teach both knitting and crochet. I start with dishcloths as it gives the basics.

The “MacGyver” Badge (Level One) - The recipient must demonstrate clever use of a non-knitting tool in a knitting-related scenario. For instance, recipient has used paper clips as stitch markers, or successfully whittled and then utilized bamboo skewers as dpns.

I’ve used all kinds of things as stitch markers when none were available, and have found clever ways of knitting cables without cable needles using skewers.

What Fiber are you?

Mohair – A smooth, polished surface
“Mohair is warmer than wool, with larger, flatter scales that contribute to an overall silky-smooth appearance. The fiber absorbs dye readily and, thanks to that smooth surface, reflects it back brilliantly.” –The Knitter’s Book of Yarn

Mohairs are positive and confident. You always strive to make a good first impression because you are a proud person, and you care a good deal about what people think of you. You are careful with your words and are always tactful. You enjoy having a broad base of support and respect from those whom you come in contact. You attract this with your warm, sunny, and inquisitive personality.

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