Monday, October 31, 2005

BOO!

As of yesterday, I have been writing The Yarnpath for two years.  No one is more surprised than I am that I’ve actually been able to keep it up for that long :) Having the attention span of a gnat, I never thought this would be more than a pleasant diversion that might go on for...weeks?  But here we all are, two years later and I have only one thing to say - Thank you, all you wonderful readers and commenters, thank you from the bottom of my heart.  You have commented and corresponded and what started as a mere fling has become something considerably more dearly held, more passionate.


Baby cap and socks set

First set done!




I was a little concerned about how the Opal would pattern on the bitty socks because it’s not really designed for something with that small a circumference.  However, while what resulted was definitely more in the nature of an assortment than a set, I don’t find it unpleasant to the eye and think it has kind of a quirky charm :) I’m very happy with how the marriage between the Opal and the Fisherman’s wool came out for the hat.  It was worked on size 8 (US) needles for the sake of making it dense and warm.  I’m pleased to say that the hat is quite dense, though not the least bit stiff and should keep a little noggin warm as toast.

Next up:



Meileinweit sock yarn



I decided on the Lana Grossa Meileinweit for the other set and started the hat this morning:


Baby hat

Of course it doesn’t look like a hat yet!




I think this is also going to be an auspicious combination and am curious to see how the socks will turn out.  With this yarn, though, I should be careful about starting each one at the same point in the yarn pattern.  This is a much more regular repeat than the Opal was and, if I’m careful, should yield a pair of identical socks :)


Miffed kitty

Miffed kitty




I had to move Jade this morning so I could take advantage of the sunshine to take my pictures.  She was most displeased with this and a small battle of wills ensued.  By dint of sheer size (and the inestimable advantage of opposable thumbs) I did prevail in the end.  But she won’t be forgiving me any time soon :)

Happy Halloween!



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  1. boo and a happy blogiversary to you!

    whee, it’s been a great 2 years, and i say ‘let the good times continue on and on and ...’- i, for one, thank you for the smiles, interesting thoughts, lovely pics, and patterns- thanks to ‘the yarnpath’ i’ve made a dear friend, and that is a treasure beyond compare-

    stay happy-

    Posted by  on  10/31  at  11:55 AM
    Location : by the pumpkin patch

  2. Oh Barb - I feel positively weepy - and pretty much the same way :) I shall have to stop sniveling so I can get some productive knitting done, though :)
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    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  12:21 PM
    Location : A bubble or two off plumb...

  3. This blogging thing--it sure gets under one’s skin, doesn’t it?

    Happy Blogiversary, Dear Robbyn!  TMK and I have enjoyed every word, as well as our long-distance e-relationship with you.

    (P.S.  We had scones again this weekend.)

    Posted by Ryan  on  10/31  at  01:27 PM
    Location :

  4. Bless you dear Ryan (and TMK!) - Mossy Cottage was a serious inspiration there because you all seemed to have so much fun!  And I kept thinking I could do with a little fun :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  02:31 PM
    Location : A bubble or two off plumb...

  5. Happy Blogiversary to you!  Blogging (and reading blogs) has been such a blessing to me, and when I stop to count them - you’re way up the list.  I enjoy your blog, and you.

    Posted by Bliss  on  10/31  at  03:26 PM
    Location : 2 miles past the jumping off place

  6. Duh!  I forgot to say how cute the little hat and socks are.

    Posted by Bliss  on  10/31  at  03:28 PM
    Location : 2 miles past the jumping off place

  7. Congratulations!  Thank *you* for creating something so something fun and uplifting and frequently educational to read.  (Love the little baby hats!  So cute!)

    Happy Blogiversary!

    Posted by  on  10/31  at  03:35 PM
    Location : Peterborough, NH

  8. Bliss - Thank you so much.  You’re right, in more ways than I could have ever imagined, blogging has been a blessing!
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    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  06:04 PM
    Location : A bubble or two off plumb...

  9. Melanie - Many thanks :) I can’t believe the blog is all those things, but I’m thrilled that you think so.

    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  06:05 PM
    Location : A bubble or two off plumb...

  10. happy blogiversary Robbyn! i had no idea it was 2 years already! thanks for your gentle encouragement and your courage to branch out and try new knitting ideas! and the recipes have been mouth watering.Here’s to the next year! too many exclamation marks! sorry!

    Posted by nat  on  10/31  at  06:13 PM
    Location : drowning in washing and housework

  11. Happy blogaversary, Robbyn! I’ve really enjoyed reading along :-)

    Posted by Kathy  on  10/31  at  08:27 PM
    Location : Southern California

  12. Congratulations!
    Two years already, time DOES fly when you’re having fun.
    Finally we are getting some rain, unfortunately the trick-or-treaters and our make up Fair is getting wet.  On the plus side I may end up with some surplus chocolate tonight. That can never be a bad thing, right?
    Off to have some sugar skulls, dead bread and some hot chocolate. Yum!

    Posted by  on  10/31  at  08:48 PM
    Location : Louisiana where it's a fine soft evening

  13. Nat - No such thing as too many exclamation marks :) Thanks :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  09:04 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  14. Thanks Kathy - And may I say you’ve got me thinking about soap, which I haven’t used for years because of skin issues :) It woul be so much fun to make my own!

    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  09:15 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  15. Aarlene - LOL!  No, leftover chocolate could never be a bad thing.  But what in the world is dead bread?

    Posted by Robbyn  on  10/31  at  09:16 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  16. Here in New Jersey, you are my end of day treat, before going to bed I go to the Yarnpath and enjoy it so much! Your blog is a little piece of the many comforts/helps/delights I try to fill my day with. Happy two years!  Betty

    Posted by  on  11/01  at  12:54 AM
    Location : New Jersey

  17. Dear Betty - Your comment makes my day!  I’m delighted that you’re enjoying the blog :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  10:07 AM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  18. Woohoo! Happy 2nd! I’m a day late & a dollar short, but you have all my best wishes for continued blogging fun!

    Posted by Bron  on  11/01  at  12:46 PM
    Location :

  19. Congrats on your blogversary!

    The blogging world wouldn’t be the same without your witty commentary - I always loved your recipes!  The hat and socks are just gorgeous.  BTW - that’s one contented kitty.  I’d love to find a sunny spot about now and just L O U N G E!!

    Posted by cheryl  on  11/01  at  01:33 PM
    Location : Tell me a Yarn

  20. Congrats on 2 years!!

    Posted by margene  on  11/01  at  03:42 PM
    Location :

  21. Bron - Thanks girlfriend :) I’ll never have your “sweater-style” but I keep trying :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  03:45 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  22. Cheryl - Many thanks kiddo :) I’m glad you’re enjoying it.  We’re all in this together, anyway!
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    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  03:48 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  23. Margene - Thank you!  I aspire to your Zen-like calm and I expect to go aspiring for quite some time yet :) Gives me something to shoot for!

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  03:51 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  24. dead bread AKA: Bread of the Dead.  A sweet, spicy bread traditional in Mexico representing the souls of the departed. Used to honor our departed family members and welcome them back for a brief reunion at this time of year.

    Posted by  on  11/01  at  04:43 PM
    Location : Louisiana

  25. Aarlene - Ahh, okay, thanks!  Ummm...okay, I’ve looked it up and it looks like the predominant (only?) spice is anise?  Ooooooh - I bet it’s wonderful.  I love anise.  Gonna have to try that one :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  05:01 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  26. Happy Anniversary!

    Posted by Laura  on  11/01  at  05:24 PM
    Location :

  27. Happy blogiversary!  Coincidentally, I learned how to do a 3-needle bind-off from one of your old entries tonight! Thank you!

    Posted by Norma  on  11/01  at  08:00 PM
    Location :

  28. Laura - Thanks sweetie :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  09:14 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  29. Norma - I’m amazed!  I can’t believe there’s anything you don’t know!

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/01  at  09:15 PM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

  30. A very Happy Anniversary to you. I have enjoyed your blog and always leave with a smile. I love the little hat and socks. Can’t wait to see the next set.

    Posted by Maureen  on  11/02  at  09:29 AM
    Location :

  31. Thanks Maureen, it’s very kind of you to say so. 

    I’m working on the second set now and I hope they come out well :)

    Posted by Robbyn  on  11/02  at  09:55 AM
    Location : Waiting at Lion's Arch...

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