Fiberlicious Marie

I hope 2011 is a better year than 2010! Hugs! Marie

Hi all.. So I've been busy learning how to tat. I've also been working on more shrugs and shawls for the on-line store. I need to find a model for those. I think they look better when a real person wears them. My no name dummy just isn't that great of a model..oh well. I had fun at lunch the other day...I went to Seaport Yarns and picked up a couple of balls of yarn...cause I really need more yarn!! We took a break last weekend and went to my fave S.I. park, Snug Harbor. Princess had a ball chasing butterflies...she almost caught them too... Chef and his Girlfriend are now in San Francisco, so I'll be making a trip there soon. Am hoping to make a side trip to Yosemite. Have a great weekend! Hugs Marie

All, More pics from our trip... typical street in Madrid..so much to see! Everytime we walked down a street and looked down there would be so much to see. Their pastry shops are so great! I should have gained weight from all the empanadas I ate, but I actually lost weight...gotta love it! Below is the Alcazar of Segovia. It is managed by the Military. below is a picture of El Valle de los Caidos - El Escorial. It is closed for major renovations. I can't wait to go back. I've started a new shawl and will post pics once I have a little something to show! Hugs to all! Marie

We had a great time in Madrid! Food was great, weather was a bit rainy and cold. We visited Toledo, Segovia, and Avila those are really beautiful cities. We spent a lot of time walking around Madrid getting to know the city. This is one of the entrances to the Plaza Mayor This is the Plaza de Castellano just up the road from Plaza de Colon. The royal palace in Madrid - Palacio Real More pictures to follow.. Hugs, Marie

These are two sleeveless hooded vests - size 4-5 I made to put up on etsy. So fun to work on these. I have to make one for Mimi. She kept wanting the one with the doll face on it. Am working on a light gray shawl in this nice petal pattern. Mimi and I in the front yard. I've lots of bearded Irises. I love those. I always feel like painting when I see them... One of my favorite Irises... Enjoy your day! Hugs Marie

A fairy in the Garden...I'd wondered who was nipping my daffs! Who me?! Hugs to all Marie

It's been ages! Between work and my little Mimi there isn't a heck of a lot getting done. Finally finished my japanese inspired scarf..pictures to follow. Am waiting on a nice sunny day to take pics of all the stuff I've finished. Here is from left to right - Rebel, little flag waving Mimi, and me (Meema) at the steuben day parade... It is very hard work to look so cute! She had a great time at her first New York city parade! After that we had lunch at Central Park Zoo..she is a real New York baby..she loves grilled hot dogs! I've signed up for a cool Shibori class at the end of October. More on that when the time comes. see you all soon! Marie

Happy Easter to all! Hugs, Marie

A very productive day today... This is mohair I dyed...I made it into a nice little scarf This is a vest I am making for Mimi. It is made out of Rowan cotton detail of the armhole scallops a pink and white sweater for Ms. Mimi. scalloped neck edge...I have to sew in the buttons Finally Ms. Mimi and Rebel. Mimi is modeling a poncho I whipped up last night in about two hours. Lola is looking very protective there. Here is a closeup of Mimi...with her wild morning hair! Enjoy your day! Marie

Here are the girls in the park..nice to see the snow melting! Chef came down to visit from Boston. Here he is with Auntie and his crystal ball...he juggles those Lucite balls like the magician in labyrinth .. Here he is with his dad..Can you feel the love? And finally some crocheting is being done! Here is a detail shot of the flowers I'm sewing on. Cute simple sweater took all of a weekend to do. Here is Mimi..or should I say mini me? She grabbed my hooks and was trying to do something with the yarn..too cute! Am working on a second sweater...I should have that done tonight. I finally hooked up my new printer...so cool! Am working on a project...hopefully I'll have some pictures soon. for now I am going back to finishing sweater number 2. Happy valentine's day! Marie

Where does time fly people? Between work nonsense, health issues (nothing serious just normal junk), working on items for my etsy shop and working on my portfolio...time just zips on passed me. to do list for today: post pictures on blog ditto on etsy finish toddler dresses see if fabric order came in send out some orders I've got in (exciting!) get great niece's size so I can make a sample she can model make a few freezer meals I can toss in the oven to defrost check out FIT for portfolio requirements I think that is it for the mo' well hugs to you all...I have to run to Habu for some yarn I ordered...ack that isn't on the list! Marie

All, Lots of knitting this weekend.. Scarf - woven..I love cables.. a moss stitch neckwarmer Another Moss stitch neckwarmer Yarn for another neck warmer..This year I am not buying gifts..Handmade gifts is the way to go! Well the kiddies will get toys...I am not too good at making kiddie toys.. Mimi and her best pal...She is a rip chasing the pups around when she is in her walker! I have to have a nice picture taken of myself with my new neckwarmer from my Sit-n-Knit exchange buddy...it is warm as anything and I've worn it every day this past week.. Enjoy your week and make sure you wear your wollens! brrrr... hugs Marie

A lady bug landed in my yard and was giving out candy... Here is a close-up shot of the little bug... Here is Mimi with Great-Grandma...they were engaged in a deep conversation. I haven't been able to do too much work on my projects. I did manage to make a super cool neck warmer for my sit n knit group swap. The lady I created a neck warmer for said she loved fall colors...I did a cable stitch that wove in and out of itself. I like how it turned out. I hope it keeps her nice and warm. Am about half way through my physical therapy for my neck and am absolutely feeling much better. I will not be lifting anymore heavy equipment any time soon. My left thumb is still a bit jacked up, but am sure it will heal in time. Grrrr it is sure bumming me out not being able to knit or crochet. I want to make an EZ baby surprise sweater for Ms. Mimi...just as soon as my hand is better I will cast on. Christmas decorations are out already. I still have my Halloween stuff out...what i...

All, As promised!! A couple of the projects I've been working on... A baby sweater for Mimi..making it out of Cupcake yarn in Pink Lemonade from Lion Brand Then another pink sweater I crocheted in a dusty pink for one of the girls at work...Just have to sew in the label and a couple of snaps. Then a sweater I knit for myself (it only took me all summer!) yarn is Rowan Tapestry. Unfortunately I started it before Weight Watchers so it is way big...I lost 25 pounds Wohooo...I didn't take that into consideration when I was working on the darn thing. It is big, but I will wear it in the winter...I don't want to pull it out. The bottom part before the seaming party... Here is my new knitting bag...love it! it has lots of room for projects and needles... Of course no entry is complete without a shot of Mimi...yep..those are her first two teeth..too adorable! Well that is all for now...It is nice and sunny out so I think I am going to make a warp for the loom....some tsumagi silk i...

All, I've been working like a DOG! I have a couple of things working on the needles and hook...I haven't had a chance to photograph. Rebel with Mimi, six months old in this pic. We've had a wedding! Love this picture!! My happy mom doing what we love to do most!! Visit the Brooklyn Botanical Garden's rose garden! If you haven't been you have to go. The first or second week in June is perfect. So many roses!! Mimi with her Great Auntie and Great Grandma...awww too cute. Well yarn pictures to follow another day! Hugs, Marie