Sunday, July 25, 2010

Home Again!

I'm back from Michigan! I got back last Thursday and I think I'm still recuperating. I've been so tired. Hopefully, by tomorrow I'll start to feel a little more normal. I did get a tiny bit of stitching done today. I actually finished block 11 of Shores. I think I was working on it for about two months - pretty sad!

SoHRH block 11

I think I'm going to work on block 10 next and then work my way up to the big block (6 & 7).

I also started a wrap while in Michigan. Please don't ask me what possessed me to knit something so hot in 100 degree weather!! I think it's very pretty though and know that I'll enjoy it in the winter.

Morning Frost Wrap
Morning Frost Wrap from Stitch Nation Booklet - Bamboo Ewe yarn in Beach Glass.

Well, nothing else really going on - just hibernating from the hot weather - we're having record highs here. Gives me an excuse to stay in the A/C and stitch!! :) Write soon!


Edited to add: The fabric I'm using on Shores is 40 ct. Summer Khaki, over-dyed with Tan Rit Dye.
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27 comments:

  1. Sweet SueSun Jul 25, 08:16:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous shade of yarn and design A+ :)

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  2. PamSun Jul 25, 08:46:00 PM EDT

    That color yarn is so pretty. I can't wait to see it when you have more of it done.

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  3. DebSun Jul 25, 09:03:00 PM EDT

    That wrap is soooo pretty and I'm loving that color. Sorry we didn't get to meet up while you were here - it's been a zoo around here - but I'm glad that you got to go to SNT. Hopefully, next time you're up here we can meet up!

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  4. LauraSun Jul 25, 09:11:00 PM EDT

    Your wrap is gorgeous! I am sending a link of it to my Mom so she can make me one!!!!

    Glad you are back. Whenever you have a blog entry I am excited to come and visit!

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  5. GlennaSun Jul 25, 09:11:00 PM EDT

    I love the wrap, and there's something cool and pleasant about that shade that makes it not-hot. Even slow progress is progress--welcome home--we've missed you!

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  6. Suburban StitcherSun Jul 25, 09:19:00 PM EDT

    pretty yarn and pretty block. glad to see you back...

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  7. KatrinaSun Jul 25, 09:34:00 PM EDT

    Gorgeous! I love the shores piece and the knitting is so pretty. What a great color. Stay cool!!!

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  8. MargaretSun Jul 25, 09:36:00 PM EDT

    Love the wrap! Such a pretty color and pattern! And it goes well with Shores too! :D

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  9. Susan @ Real Girl DesignsSun Jul 25, 10:45:00 PM EDT

    Nice progress on Shores, Nicole!

    That wrap is gorgeous!

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  10. BluSun Jul 25, 11:05:00 PM EDT

    Nice progress on Shores.

    That yarn is gorgeous! The wrap is going to be so pretty!

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  11. AnnemarieMon Jul 26, 02:57:00 AM EDT

    Oh.
    My.
    God.
    That wrap is to die for! Beautiful colour and...just, wow.
    Two months for one block of a HRH chart? I think that's pretty impressive, actually!

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  12. JaneMon Jul 26, 07:28:00 AM EDT

    Good to see you back home, Nicole. Lovely needlework as always, and that wrap looks amazing already! Very talented, my dear, very talented.

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  13. Cathy LloydMon Jul 26, 08:41:00 AM EDT

    Looks like you had a fabulous vacation in Michigan. Followed your pictures on FB. Congrats on another block done! Your wrap is to die for!

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  14. GiovannaMon Jul 26, 08:42:00 AM EDT

    Congrats on finishing block 11, it's lovely! And the wrap is really pretty.

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  15. natalysneedleMon Jul 26, 08:59:00 AM EDT

    Nicole, I love the progress on Shores. I have wanted to start this piece but can't deccide on a color linen. What color are you stitching it on?

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  16. NataliaMon Jul 26, 09:37:00 AM EDT

    Nicole, the wrap is beautiful !! Oh.. my knitting is so forgotten. I love the fabric you are using on Shores. Is it the fabric the design asks for or did you use a different one?

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  17. staciMon Jul 26, 10:20:00 AM EDT

    Welcome back! Beautiful stitching and knitting Nicole! I saw that yarn in Michaels and was tempted...how do you like the way it's knitting up?

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  18. Carolyn NCMon Jul 26, 10:28:00 AM EDT

    Shores looks great! Love the color in your new soon-to-be wrap. :)

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  19. Deanne JMon Jul 26, 10:33:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful wrap, the colour is so pretty.

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  20. dorisMon Jul 26, 12:02:00 PM EDT

    Love your wrap in progress! Gorgeous color.

    Shores is looking great, and your recent finishes and projects are beautiful. Sounds like you're having a very busy summer.

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  21. MelanieMon Jul 26, 05:13:00 PM EDT

    I'm currently knitting a pair of Fair Isle mittens so I guess it's just a knitting thing. :)

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  22. JanTue Jul 27, 09:16:00 AM EDT

    Beautiful, Nicole...Shores progress and your Shawl beginning!:)

    Feel better hugs...

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  23. MyraTue Jul 27, 07:52:00 PM EDT

    I am enjoying watching your progress on Shores. It is in my "to do" pile. Love the color of the wrap too.

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  24. MichelleThu Jul 29, 11:56:00 AM EDT

    The wrap is going to be gorgeous. Who could resist yarn the color of Beach Glass?! And your Shores is amazing. One day I'll get off my butt and work on mine again. One day!

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  25. DeborahThu Jul 29, 01:58:00 PM EDT

    The block on the Shores looks great. I love the wrap. The lace effect is lovely.

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  26. AnonymousThu Jul 29, 05:35:00 PM EDT

    You have done a ton of traveling this summer! What fun. :) I am loving the wrap- the blue is really nice. If it disappears from your coat rack this winter, it's because I took it. ;) Shores is looking wonderful. You are such a fast stitcher; I would love to see you in action!

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  27. Natasha Sat Aug 07, 03:08:00 PM EDT

    Congratulations on the block finish. That shawl is very pretty what a great color. I know so many are suffering from the heat and here I sit longing for a warm day. Here in Norhtern california it has been unseasonable chilly. Last night it was 52. I wish I could blow some of this cool air your way but sonce I cant enjoy your A/c what would we do without it.

    Take Care :)

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