Distractions

On February 7, 2020February 7, 2020 By FogKnitsIn cross stitch, Shameless Self-Promotion, Uncategorized3 Comments

One thing about fewer blog posts: You hear fewer complaints. I never have enough time. I always want to get more done. I always have more inspiration and ideas to try.

Just because my inner mantra is ‘I never have enough time’ doesn’t really make it true. I certainly want more time but I still manage to get a lot done with the time I have. Of course, I want more knitting time. Of course, I want to get more done.

The reality is…I am highly prone to distractions. D’oh. Yes, it’s true. Distractions are just so fun though. Especially when it comes to snarky cross stitch!

This week it’s Valentines for that truly special someone.

Or perhaps, for that “special” someone. LOLOLOLOLOLOL. I just can’t get enough.

I’ve started a new 2020 Cross Stitch gallery…check it out here!

It includes gems like this one that went to live with my nephew…

You can find the Valentine’s day pieces, along with lots of other snark in my Etsy shop…Click Here! I’ve put a bunch of older stock on sale too, so get it while you can!

FO Friday – Dragon Fade!

On October 5, 2018October 5, 2018 By FogKnitsIn FO Friday, Shawl, Uncategorized4 Comments

My Dragon Fade shawl is finished and it’s gigantic! I love it! It’s been off the needles since Sunday. I promptly wore to the park…ends dangling and all. I don’t care. I like it anyhow.

I have managed to get about half the ends woven. Yes, I’ve continued to wear it. Fringe is in right now. I’m going with it! Of course, I really should get around to washing it and blocking it. I’d draped it across a lot of Mother Nature’s offerings this week.

Here’s a few details: The pattern is Match & Move by Martina Behm. I used 17 different yarns…no wonder there are so many ends to weave – those details (minus 1 mystery yarn) are all here on my notebook page. My only modification, aside from gauge changes and the fade, was to increase the size. I added about 10 extra rows…it’s giant. It drags on the ground, if I don’t wrap it a couple times. It’s definitely for cold & windy days.

That is not today. Today appears to be a sunny day, which is good news for Hardly Strictly Bluegrass! I’m heading to back to Golden Gate Park again so I’ll leave you with this shameless self promotion. Just did a big fall shop update! Check it out at www.FogKnits.Etsy.com!

Happy Friday and Have a great weekend!

Happy Birthday, MOM!

On February 6, 2018February 6, 2018 By FogKnitsIn Misc, Shameless Self-Promotion5 Comments

Here we are…another February 6th has rolled around! There’s lots to celebrate today! First, it’s Mom’s birthday! Happy Birthday, Mom! Here’s Mom with all the knits…

Appropriate because it’s also the FogKnits third anniversary, here at the blog and over on Etsy.

In honor of today’s special occasions, I’m pleased to announce a new collaboration with Mom and some new products in the FogKnits Etsy shop! Without a doubt, all of my creativity comes from my Mother. She’s got an impressive array of creative skills, from cake decorating to yarn dying. Today, we’re showcasing her skills as a seamstress!

The FogKnits Etsy shop now has a variety of large, cotton, drawstring project bags. All handmade by Mom! She’s got a great selection of fabrics and she really took it to heart when I suggested a LARGE size! In addition to just being big, each bag has a gusset bottom so it expands into a very roomy project bag, easily accommodating sweaters and even afghans in progress! I kinda wanna keep them all!

Find all the details in the shop at www.FogKnits.etsy.com.

I’ve added some new knits as well so check those out too! Thanks for 3 great years of knitting chat and inspiration. I appreciate all the comments and suggestions! I can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings! (HINT: Knitting for Baby) Stay tuned for all the details!

Shameless Self-Promotion Thursday!

On October 29, 2015 By FogKnitsIn Shameless Self-Promotion4 Comments

I finished yesterday’s Gnome hat. Turns out it was really the Octopus’s Garden all along :) With that, I’ve finally managed to take some photos and do an Etsy shop update! Check it out if you’re behind in your Christmas knitting or just want some new inspiration for your own work! Lots of one of a kind hand knits from hand dyed yarn!

FogKnits on Etsy

A Big Unicorn Fart

Another Sea Life Inspired Hat, The Fighting Jellyfish

A Small Unicorn Fart Hat

A Hitchhiker From Oregon

Among many others!

FogKnits on Etsy