Yesterday was Canada Day – the first day of July and the first day I was able to knit outside! And I still needed a shawl and wool socks with my shorts and T-shirt! What is with this summer?
The upside was that I had a couple of friends come over. We shared tea and goodies, fresh local strawberries, whipped cream, chocolate chunks and a yummy, healthy chocolate cake! We also knit and chatted and spent a wonderful two and a half hours being outside.
There is something about sharing food and knitting time with friends. It is the best kind of “soul” food. Being surronded by the noises of summer, birds and lawn mowers, children shouting and dogs barking; the sun peaking through the clouds and shining on blue skies, summer breezes wisping around; it all has a great calming effect as well.
The honeysuckle is in full bloom and some of the peonies are still blooming. The honeysuckle was attracting a hummingbird that refused to pose for any pictures! And three local deer were late door crashers.
I finished knitting the cowl and put it together last night. This morning I finished the ends with a round of single crochet. It is blocking on the floor. Pictures tomorrow.
Mad About Ewe has started it’s next KAL – the Citron Shawl. I am knitting mine with Tosh Merino Light and Drops Kid-Silk. I think that I will make it bigger. And I will knit it faster as well!
Tomorrow Amanda and I will be taking some pictures of finished projects – then I will be finishing off some patterns.
As well the first Leaf and Point class is this next week and I have to finish off the pattern for the knitting section! So life is completely normal – busy and creative.
Happy Knitting
Lynette
Love your afternoon tea post – would love to have been there as it is I’m chasing a 2 year old boy so not much knitting going on. I have started another Helix scarf out of stretchy yarn. Can’t wait to see the Citron Shawl and the tea cozy is lovely. I will have to get a pattern for one when I return. Hope your weather improves.
Linda
HI Linda!
Chasing a 2 year old – just think how young he is keeping you! Sounds like you are having a fun trip, even if there has not been much time for knitting!
I have kept a magazine back for you, now that they are finally here. You will like the Citron Shawl, it is knitting up quite quickly as well. It is very pretty done in one colour, but I like stripes.
The weather – who knows – it is the Wet Coast after all – it should be called the dry coast right now. Cool, but everything in the yard is dry!
See you when you are back!
Happy Visiting
Lynette