Category Archives: Knitting

christmas knitting

It’s a dreary Thursday in Oakland, but I’m cozy in my studio with my morning cup coffee and my Christmas knitting projects. Continue reading

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retreating into community

Groups of knitters are fantastic, funny, and so appreciative of the effort anyone makes to knit. The love of yarn and craft is an instant bond. Continue reading

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One dead, two wounded in East Oakland shooting…

And I witnessed the crime scene seconds after the automatic gunfire stopped. I was quietly knitting the sleeves on a green sweater when the slaying went down. Continue reading

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Portland was fun!

I don’t know how bloggers post when they are on vacation. I’m home now and here is a rundown of my Portland adventure. Continue reading

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A day of guilt free knitting!

I’m volunteering to work at my local yarn shop while the owner is recovering from surgery. Our knits and purls are like prayers. Continue reading

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Knitting Insanity

I pull out yarn. I pull out patterns. I knit swatches and suddenly I have so many projects imagined that I feel all itchy about it. Continue reading

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Year Of Stash Socks Giveaway Prize

Here are the pair of hand knit socks made especially for Anna at FreePlayCraft, the YOSS giveaway winner. Continue reading

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