Sorry I haven’t posted in such a long time! It’s been pretty busy over here… not really but I need a good excuse so I don’t seem lazy. Anyway I started my new job today and although not much happened, I still enjoyed it. We also got a new kitten this weekend and I named her Freya. She is so cute. We got her to keep our Fiona company while we’re both at work now, but so far they are not friends yet.

As for shop updates, there are cute new things arriving! Like this Kindle Sleeve:

iPad Sleeve:

and this knitted kitty in a mustard sweater:

I also possibly have a very cool deal in the makings so let’s hope if works out! Once I find out if it’s on or not, I’ll let you know what it is, whatever the outcome is.

Lately I’ve been, gladly, getting back into sewing more. I’m even expecting a new sewing machine in the mail tomorrow, hurray!! Anyway, I dug through my fabric stash and I found great floral fabrics that have been hidden away for over a year. I bet they were glad to be found and created into wearable pieces.

This fabric I bought at MOOD over a year ago and I loved it so much, but never got around to using it until now. I think I still have about 4 yards of it left over.

There are to darts under the bust line and the skirt is a simple gathered skirt. I love the cuffs on the sleeves!

I only had about a yard of this fabric and so a dress wasn’t possible, but a pleated skirt was! I love how it flows. I think it would have looked better shorter, but where I’m possibly getting a job, skirts have to be knee-length.

Along with these selfish creations, I’ve also added some more new items to the shop! A hat and a chunky scarf. Oh and I can’t forget a pleated skirt! I’ve finally gotten around to adding a sewn item of clothing. Hope you enjoy it!

I always decided that blocking my knit items was a waste of time, and it probably was for the stuff I usually make. I’ve always read about how important it is and how it changes lives! But anyway, I decided to knit myself a sweater and I hate how much stockinette stitch pulls and curls. It’s so annoying. So I decided I’d better block it before sewing up the seams. I loved it!

Clearly you can see the difference between the left and right. It opened up the reverse stockinette stitches between each lace section and it sits much better now.

I finally blocked both the front and back section of the sweater and so hopefully I can sew them up and knit the sleeves on soon!

For those of you who don’t know what blocking is, it’s when you try and give shape to a knitted or crocheted item. How it’s usually done, and how I did it, is to fill your sink with water (or something big enough for your item) and dip your piece in it so that it is saturated enough. If your yarn is a wool or has wool in it, make sure the water isn’t too hot, causing it to felt. Then lay it down on a towel and roll out the excess water. On a dry towel, pin your piece into the shape you want it to be. This usually is just a lot of stretching and maneuvering to get your piece to lay down. Then let it dry and voila!

There are many other ways to block your items, depending on your yarn materials too, but I think this is the most common and works just fine. Good luck!

So a very pink and red holiday is coming up soon and here I am to celebrate it! From now until Valentine’s Day, take 15% off of your purchase from my Shop. There are a few Valentine’s Day themed items but also a ton of other items that would work for gifts as well. Get some for your significant other, a family member, or treat yourself! Happy Holidays everyone.

I’ve been in this strange Roswell kick lately. Do any of you remember that show? I watched it when I was younger and found it on Hulu. It’s still not the best show but strangely addicting to where I’m halfway through season 2 already, with only 3 seasons. The good news is, it gives me something to listen to while I knit more lovely things for Etsy.

Currently, I’m working on a Herringbone scarf in Taupe. I’ll probably finish it today. I love this stitch so much.

I also made a bunch of fingerless owl gloves with tiny hearts on them for Valentine’s Day. They’re so cute! I think the purple ones are my favorite.