Things still haven't improved on the thumb front, but I can still just about use the computer.
I've been thinking a lot about this summer. I have quite a few weddings and a few weekends away. So using Polyvore, I've been looking at different outfits and putting things together for these trips. I have even found a few that aren't pink!! I've linked it to this blog now, so you should see some more come through!
Next month my car insurance is due for renewal and I was astonished at the differences in quotes. My original renewal quote came through for £956 and as you can imagine I was horrified. So I used one of those comparison websites and found one for £289! A huge difference. So I thought I'd ring my current company up and find out why there was such a huge difference. The lady on the phone thought that it might be because I was still on their system as a student nurse. I didn't think that would have made much difference, but when she recalculated my quote is jumped down to £450. I still went with the £289, but there's a warning there, make sure you know what you do for a job!!
Thursday, 30 May 2013
Tuesday, 28 May 2013
Thursday, 23 May 2013
I have been thinking about using this blog for more than just my knitting patterns, which at the moment are few and far between, but unsure on what I can do with it.
Do I talk about the things that are important to me? Do I tell people about what I have been doing? Or should I recommend things that I like? Well I think I am going to do a mixture of all three! I do have very strong opinions and sometimes I get in trouble (mostly with my family), but I stick to my guns. I have very definite ideas on what I like and will always recommend things that I think are worthwhile.
So for a new start to this blog (I will still post my patterns though!!)...
I think that sitting here with my broken thumb is making me think things over. I can't do anything but read and watch tv, plus typing really slowly (which is something I'm not used to). I have found a little outfit I would love:
My Night Out Outfit
Now that I have finally found a job that I love and getting paid I can afford the little luxuries I haven't been able to afford for the past three years. So the thought of being able to go out and buy that outfit is very appealing.
Do I talk about the things that are important to me? Do I tell people about what I have been doing? Or should I recommend things that I like? Well I think I am going to do a mixture of all three! I do have very strong opinions and sometimes I get in trouble (mostly with my family), but I stick to my guns. I have very definite ideas on what I like and will always recommend things that I think are worthwhile.
So for a new start to this blog (I will still post my patterns though!!)...
I think that sitting here with my broken thumb is making me think things over. I can't do anything but read and watch tv, plus typing really slowly (which is something I'm not used to). I have found a little outfit I would love:
My Night Out Outfit
Now that I have finally found a job that I love and getting paid I can afford the little luxuries I haven't been able to afford for the past three years. So the thought of being able to go out and buy that outfit is very appealing.
Thursday, 27 December 2012
Mistake Rib Mug Cozy
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Mistake Rib Mug Cozy
Size 3.75mm (US Size 5) needles
25g DK - Brown Marl
Wooden Heart Buttons x 2
Cast on 31 stitches
Row 1: (P2, K2) until last 3 stitches. P2, K1
Repeat this row until the cozy is the required height, then cast off.
Knit an iCord for 2.5in (5cm)
Sew on button on one side.
Sew iCord on opposite side.
Add to mug
Friday, 23 November 2012
Mistake Rib Scarf
I haven't written a pattern in a little while, but I was messing around as usual and came up with something that I really liked so thought I'd jot it down for you so if any of you wanted to give it a go, you could!
Mistake Rib Scarf
Size 10mm (US Size 13) needles
100g DK - Dark Blue
100g DK - Blue
This pattern uses both yarns at the same time. I used complimentary colours, but you could use colours that clash to make make something bright and different.
Cast on 31 stitches
Row 1: (P2, K2) until last 3 stitches. P2, K1
Repeat this row until the scarf is the required length, then cast off.
Monday, 5 March 2012
A Year In Blankets
After a very successful day knitting and crocheting at Thorpe Hall Hospice (Sue Ryder), I have decided to crotchet more blankets for next year. They managed to get 34 blankets done this year which was 8 less than last so I am determined to make sure we get more for next year.
Blankets must be either 4 foot by 4 foot for covering legs whilst sitting or 6 foot by 4 foot for beds. I have already started making a blanket and my aim is to have done at least 4 blankets for next year. I will try to remember to update this blog at least once a month to how I am progressing!
Blankets must be either 4 foot by 4 foot for covering legs whilst sitting or 6 foot by 4 foot for beds. I have already started making a blanket and my aim is to have done at least 4 blankets for next year. I will try to remember to update this blog at least once a month to how I am progressing!
Tuesday, 25 October 2011
Basket Weave Phone Sock
I really like playing with small patterns that can be knitted really quickly.This is knitted in the round.
4 DP needles size 2.75
50g Patons Australia Smoothie Wool - Colourway 2019
Cast on 36 stitches (12 stitches on each needle)
Row 1 - 5: Knit
Row 6: (YO, K2Tog) Repeat to end
Row 7 - 16: Knit
Row 17 - 19: (K3, P3) Repeat to end
Row 20 - 22: (P3, K3) Repeat to end
Repeat rows 17 - 22 until sock has reached desired length.
Decreasing
Row 1 - (K2Tog, K) Repeat to end
Row 2 - Knit
Row 3 - Same as Row 1
Pull yarn through stiches to finish.
Fold over rows 1 - 6 and sew in to finish
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