Posts from — March 2009

You may have noticed I haven’t been around much. The kids are still sick- I think we’ve had three fever-free days in the last three weeks. School is still in session and there’s this little business I have to run! This is going to be one of those flow-of-consciousness blog pots, please don’t hold it against me! I just wanted to check in with you all even if I don’t have time for a terribly well thought-out post.

one down! love it!

First thing- the fun stuff! I did manage to finish the first twilight sock and start on the next. I’ve stalled just beyond the ribbing but hope to pick it up soon.

I sent also barely managed to send off samples to the phatfiber box in time for the March box. I actually did it last month too but with everything going on I haven’t even had a chance to blog about it or play with the wonderful goodies I received! I plan (hope, pray!) to make time to write a proper gushing post about the March box!

I’ve been working on getting the site ready to go. I have the needle cases and project bags designed, but I haven’t actually made any yet! I’m getting the yarn categories set up too- this requires lots of photo editing and such. Very tedious, but worth it when I’m finished, I’m sure! I’m really excited about this- it feels like everything is falling into place just as it should be.

new cashmere/merino blend - yum!

I’ve been dyeing as much as I can, including an incredibly luscious cashmere/merino blend and a new, super-squooshy superwash merino sock yarn. I am truly in love with these yarns. They’re beautiful, soft, and all-around delicious!

I’m hoping for things to settle down a bit here soon- in the mean time, I’m just going to hang on and (try to) enjoy the ride!

It’s supposed to be -10 F tonight. March is supposed to be warmer than February, not colder!!

I’ve been keeping busy with homework, filling orders and getting the website set for the switch.

What switch? As of some time this month, August Lately will no longer be offering custom handbags. Instead, I’ll be sewing knitting bags, project bags and needle cases.  Fiberphile yarns will also be available on the site. I’m excited to come to this next chapter in my business. Stay tuned!

In other news, I received some new bases today- a lovely merino/cashmere/nylon blend as well as a merino/seacell blend. They are absolutely gorgeous right now so I can only imagine how nice they’ll be all dyed up!

twilight socks

I’ve also gotten some knitting done. I re-started Liam’s tanker socks and am about halfway up the feet now. I’m sure they’ll be finished by the end of the week. I also cast on a pair of socks with a new base I’m testing. It’s not as soft as my regular base but it’s a nice yarn. I’m just not sure if I want to carry another merino/nylon blend. Decisions, decisions…