tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post6771866375678388874..comments2024-03-29T21:11:37.724+10:00Comments on down to earth: When the weather is cooler, knitters knit.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger64125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-79659809190215055722012-08-17T06:28:38.771+10:002012-08-17T06:28:38.771+10:00Hi Rhonda,
I am slowly going through all your pos...Hi Rhonda,<br /><br />I am slowly going through all your posts, so this is a late addition to the comments. My beautiful grandmother was my inspiration but also a young man I work with who has cerebral palsy. He is a dear friend and saw a scarf he really liked in a knitting book and so I started knitting and since then I haven't stopped. I live in my grandparents home and when I knit I remember my amazing grandmother sitting in her chair knitting the most beautiful things.<br /><br />AntoinetteAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-42730239465136035732010-03-07T11:47:53.715+10:002010-03-07T11:47:53.715+10:00I like the look of your new blog layout!
And I hap...I like the look of your new blog layout!<br />And I happen to be working on a pair of long fingerless mittens, too. In self-striping yarn with lots of brilliant colors.Valerie Willmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258181592488349168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-67549229432733311922010-03-04T19:26:50.487+10:002010-03-04T19:26:50.487+10:00aaahhhRhonda...how can I let this wonderful post g...aaahhhRhonda...how can I let this wonderful post go by without comment?<br /><br />My Mum was a lovely knitter and when I was aged 20yrs and expecting DS1 I was living back at home as hubby was working "up north". Baby clothes were churned out, dropped sts collected and returned by Mum....I could knit!<br /><br />Later, living back in the UK I followed the instructions in a large craft book...no internet in those dark ages!<br />Now I know my way around a pair of needles and a set of four, wools and yarns of every ply, 2 strands, 3 strands....blankets, jackets, hats socks, and yes!~Elizabeth Zimmerman's Baby Surprise Jacket. Entrelac, Fair Isle and cabling all conquered.<br />A simple craft but what sweet, sweer pleasure it brings to me and mine.<br />Young grand-daughters sit on my knee every few months as we strive to teach and learn...we'll get there!<br /><br />So please send me some rain...ten minutes would be bliss....and there is a little something en route to you ;)<br /><br />Love<br />Sue Caissy<br />xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-54861016880360161722010-03-04T01:13:50.815+10:002010-03-04T01:13:50.815+10:00I never would have thought to line the mittens wit...I never would have thought to line the mittens with flannel, not that I'm at the knitting mitten stage yet, but now I know what I can use my old flannel pjs for.Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09696349282379608085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-8238485923151775202010-03-03T12:34:53.587+10:002010-03-03T12:34:53.587+10:00I'm 31 and have been married for 3 years and I...I'm 31 and have been married for 3 years and I have a year and a half old son and since I stay at home I look in every way to save or "make my own".My mother knits,crochets,<br />sews,and does needlepoint.She made all my clothes and all my dolls clothes when I was little and she even hemmed and took in my wedding dress so it would fit me.She is self taught and is amazing at what she can do.When I was probably 11 or 12 I had her try to teach me to crochet but I just couldn't get it,My grandmother..on my dads side..tried to teach me but she only succeded in teaching me how to make chains.So I gave up and took more to working cars because my dads a mechanic and I felt more comfortable with that anyway.Well now I am interested in knitting washcloths and I had her show me one more time.I took to it pretty good and now I just learned how to crochet and I finished my first dishcloth!I'm still working on knitting my first one but it's hard to find time while raising a baby.My mom is very proud of me and so am I.My dishcloth isn't very pretty but I like it :) Thanks you for all the inspiration you give me..I look forward to every email I get from you..you are are a blessing!Ramianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-54175679278505932042010-03-03T11:07:35.650+10:002010-03-03T11:07:35.650+10:00I LOVE those fingerless gloves, all I can do is pl...I LOVE those fingerless gloves, all I can do is plain and purl, I'm going to have a wee look at the beginners pattern, I'd love to make some of these for winter, thanks as ever Rhonda xxLaura @ Our Wee Farmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14240391312194055909noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-33358319115052115662010-03-03T09:05:16.191+10:002010-03-03T09:05:16.191+10:00My mother taught me when I was young, but I didn&#...My mother taught me when I was young, but I didn't stick with it. Then in college I wanted to learn how to make mittens and had my mother-in-law help me. I made a thumbless mitten for my grandfather who had a stroke and couldn't put his hand in the thumb hole easily. What a joy to have a skill to meet a special need. I stopped knitting shortly after that, but now knitting is my craft of choice. I knit everywhere! I knit on the bus, subway, at home, at concerts etc. I think doing something with my hands helps my kinetic nervous energy!denisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08351379367291428763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-19361438158460792642010-03-03T08:03:47.906+10:002010-03-03T08:03:47.906+10:00I love your description of around the fire. I was...I love your description of around the fire. I was taught to knit and crochet as a child, by my mum, and then went on to knit for all my toys, but especially Barbie, who would get all sorts of things knitted for her, pillows, blankets, handbags, hats,dresses, scarves, EVERYTHING I could think of!! It's a fabulous way to be creative. I couldn't have shop- bought Barbie clothes so I made them myself!! Thankyou for reminding me... JenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-54909316281229245812010-03-03T07:38:15.959+10:002010-03-03T07:38:15.959+10:00I, too, was inspired to knit by reading your site-...I, too, was inspired to knit by reading your site- that and to ferment, make a household notebook and to bake. so far I have made 3 scarves but my next project is an afgan. thanks Mindy in KY (USA)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-80163782178777546792010-03-03T06:58:06.236+10:002010-03-03T06:58:06.236+10:00Who brought knitting into my life??? YOU DID!! an...Who brought knitting into my life??? YOU DID!! and thanks for doing it. I find it very relaxing. I am still at the dishcloth stage, but will get there.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-36018928602175652832010-03-03T06:13:32.406+10:002010-03-03T06:13:32.406+10:00I am a knitter as well! I, like you, especially en...I am a knitter as well! I, like you, especially enjoy it when it is cold outside! I have never lined things I have made though! That seems like a great idea. :) I may need to try that sometime! :)Katyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03118653637763160580noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-4273182765097456412010-03-03T06:06:47.950+10:002010-03-03T06:06:47.950+10:00Domestic Felicity, I thought you were Anna (MrsT),...Domestic Felicity, I thought you were Anna (MrsT), my mistake. I did some research on washable wool before I started using it. My understanding is that the acid bath you describe is simply a soap or detergent that is slightly acid rather than alkaline - both extremes would damage the fibres but it's best to be slightly acid when washing wool fleece. And not all polymers are plastic, there are some natural polymers. I'm not sure what polymer they use with superwash wool, I'll have to look into it, but the polymer actually makes the wool very long lasting, and extends the life of the garment.Rhonda Jeanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00175785349529109084noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-86792472165205072742010-03-03T05:15:32.793+10:002010-03-03T05:15:32.793+10:00Thanks for your great blog,Rhonda Jean. I have giv...Thanks for your great blog,Rhonda Jean. I have given you the Sunshine Award!<br />http://littlecottageinthecountry.blogspot.com/2010/03/thank-you.htm.<br /><br />Have a great day! DonnaDonnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18146666825333788187noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-72109030881453831172010-03-03T04:38:34.952+10:002010-03-03T04:38:34.952+10:00I must admit that I'm not really a knitter, bu...I must admit that I'm not really a knitter, but I'm trying. My mom has always had a knitting project on the go, but I don't have memories of her ever relaxing with her needles. She was much better on the sewing machine and both were used just for the finished product, not for the enjoyable process.<br /><br />I've learned to knit many times and then always quit before it's become an enjoyable past-time. I think this winter I've finally gotten to the point where I can relax with my knitting, so I hope I continue. It's a great way to force myself a) not to eat in front of the tv and b) to actually sit still and not jump up at every commercial to do somthing quickly in the kitchen or with the kids. I can finally watch an hour of tv without really multi-tasking and it's much more restful.Evelyn in Canadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16273654056979750579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-57346624868438485902010-03-03T03:54:42.264+10:002010-03-03T03:54:42.264+10:00Hi there, I've only just got into reading your...Hi there, I've only just got into reading your blogs but find them so interesting - As with a lot of the other readers my Nan used to knit, I too remember sitting by a coal fire while my Nan knitted and my Grandad sat playing dominoes with me. She sat so patiently with me and taught me how to knit, when I was just a young girl. My Nan knitted for me and my brother and then later for my children too. Now I've stepped up the ladder of life and I sit knitting for my 2 grandaughters. <br />Many thanks<br />SandraAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-32783143143988742552010-03-03T03:54:42.265+10:002010-03-03T03:54:42.265+10:00I've been knitting since I was ten, when a bun...I've been knitting since I was ten, when a bunch of us girls decided to learn. It has been a wonderful blessing as no one else in my family knits!<br /><br />Thank you for the handwarmer post! I love knitting them and being a bit older now (55), they are very useful on those cold days at the computer. Keeping the wrists warm makes for fluid finger movement.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09231249421992047307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-12674054451428779042010-03-03T02:35:49.547+10:002010-03-03T02:35:49.547+10:00Have been knitting since an early age (I'm now...Have been knitting since an early age (I'm now nearly 66). I can't really remember who taught me but I expect it was my mother who was a wonderful knitter and crocheter (is there such a word)or it may have been at school, perhaps a combination of both. I have made quite a few garments over the years, especially when children and then grandchildren were babies. Most recently have begun an Aran sweater for myself. Slow progress but it is enjoyable. You are quite right, the winter and cooler weather is a great time to do it, it helps to keep you warm apart from anything else. My 5 year old grandaughter has asked me to teach her and I have promised that as soon as I think she is old enough then I will. I don't think it will be too long now! AStrawberry Jam Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13695110960213262472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-46003403675179309902010-03-03T02:31:28.077+10:002010-03-03T02:31:28.077+10:00Wow, you are very talented! Just found your blog o...Wow, you are very talented! Just found your blog on Hear Mum Roar. She threw some awesome shouts out to you today. I enjoy your vision and will be back to visit again soon!<br /><br />www.organicmotherhoodwithcoolwhip.comOrganic Motherhood with Cool Whiphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09305464822153790948noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-51857190527877889322010-03-03T02:10:33.869+10:002010-03-03T02:10:33.869+10:00It was my Dad who taught me to knit when I was 8 o...It was my Dad who taught me to knit when I was 8 or so. My maternal grandmother had taught him to knit a few years before after he had injured his back and was on bed rest for several months. He was bored and driving everyone crazy, so Granny taught him to knit to keep his hands and mind busy.<br /><br />Our oldest does medical transcription and typing that much can be a real strain and her hands and wrists bother her. Her office is often cold which makes matters worse. So for Christmas this year, I made her a pair of fingerless gloves and she said they really help. She asked for and received another pair for her birthday.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-63580258338212736002010-03-03T01:38:57.385+10:002010-03-03T01:38:57.385+10:00I started learning how to knit when someone gave m...I started learning how to knit when someone gave me a box full of yarn, needles, sewing implements, etc. Learning took awhile as it is much easier (for me anyway) to be shown instead of looking at diagrams, etc. but living on an isolated farm, I have very little interaction with other women. I've been at it now for four years and have made many square and rectangular things and have just recently completed my first baby sweater. I love being able to watch the progress on the needles and feel so excited when I finally grasp a new stitch or technique. I really enjoy your blog and have been helped tremendously by your generous information. Thank you.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-44706728476525889862010-03-03T01:16:16.234+10:002010-03-03T01:16:16.234+10:00My grandmother was the one who brought a lot of th...My grandmother was the one who brought a lot of these wonderful things to me. Knitting, sewing, canning, baking etc. She crochets as well and I have not yet gotten the knack for that at all but it is on my list. <br /><br />My Grammy, still to this day is an avid sewer. She doesn't knit or crochet as much due to arthritis. She quilts and makes the most amazing blankets. And monthly she still sews special bibs for every baby who has their baptism at her church. She still does some canning, bakes (although now she is more apt to use her machine for bread)...she is an amazing woman and my hero.Stacyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02655176843715336111noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-70641101923625064762010-03-03T00:33:33.293+10:002010-03-03T00:33:33.293+10:00My grandmother taught me to knit. We would usually...My grandmother taught me to knit. We would usually spend a week or two with my grandparents in the summer time. She lived in rural Alabama. Most of the time we would be outside playing or helping in the garden but it was really hot. To cool off I would spend time indoors with my Grandmother and we would crochet, knit and even did a little embroidery to pass the time.erinshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659932994901264281noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-6471334722138598602010-03-03T00:26:30.604+10:002010-03-03T00:26:30.604+10:00I have never learned to knit, but desperately want...I have never learned to knit, but desperately want to learn. I plan on taking lessons this Spring.Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08659490868053210396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-10029369231493353032010-03-02T23:58:32.838+10:002010-03-02T23:58:32.838+10:00Hello Rhonda,
I am a knitting fanatic, so much s...Hello Rhonda, <br /><br />I am a knitting fanatic, so much so that I raise my own personal supply of wool... we should be having lambs any day now! <br /><br />I wanted to make a quick comment about superwash wool. While it's touted as a convenient material to use, especially when making gifts to folks who may not be wool washing savy because it is non-feltable, it has a very high environmental price tag. Superwash wool is made in one of two ways or sometimes a combination of both. Either via a chlorine acid bath that strips the scales from the wool fibers and/or being coated in polymer (plastic) to seal the scales and create a smooth fiber. So you have a "natural" fiber that either creates poisonous waste water or becomes a very un-natural plastic coated fiber. <br /><br />One way to get around this would be to use a cotton and wool blend. You get the warmth of the wool and the cotton helps stabilize it from shrinking.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5089828552519076506.post-79661231681981632332010-03-02T23:02:37.444+10:002010-03-02T23:02:37.444+10:00My mother didn't knit or crochet and although ...My mother didn't knit or crochet and although one of my grandmothers taught me basic crochet, I never learned to knit until I was pregnant with my first baby. A friend showed me cast on, cast off, knit and purl and I was off. Your blog encouraged me to pick it back up again and I've made presents for people, dishcloths for my kitchen, and am attempting my first sweater. There is a lot of satisfaction in making things for myself--cooking, knitting, sewing, gardening, etc. Thanks for all of the encouragement. One of these days, I'm going to try making soap. :)<br /><br />Joy (VA)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com