Spinalcat's Crafty Adventures

Knitted-on Border in Progress Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . Finally made it to the border of the Myrtle Leaf Shawl. I've since rounded the first corner (twice- I miscounted and wasn't happy with the fudging that ensued). For the observant out there- yes, I'm using the Options needle tips with no cords. It's back and forth, so there's no need for real DPNs.

Hemp in My Stash Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . I've been wanting to try knitting with hemp for a while, and this was on sale cheap! I'd really like to try Hempathy, though.

Fabric Stash Enhancement Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . Loaded up on fun fabrics at a Hancock's going out of business sale in Waco. Maybe I'll try making a needle case with Caro's tutorial.

First Two Bobbins of BFL Singles Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . One more to go!

Vancouver Rollergirls Shirt Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . The second part of Punk Rock Gift Exchange part 2! Reminds me I need to finally go see some Austin roller derby. I have no excuse!

Sorry for another text-heavy post, but I gotta do this meme! I got it from Grace , who linked here recently (yay StatCounter!) She says it's from MimKNits Bold for stuff you’ve done, italics for stuff you plan to do one day, and normal for stuff you’re not planning on doing. Afghan/Blanket (baby) I-cord Garter stitch Knitting with metal wire Shawl Stockinette stitch Socks: top-down Socks: toe-up Knitting with camel yarn Mittens: Cuff-up Mittens: Tip-down (have done finger-down Knucks) Hat Knitting with silk Moebius band knitting Participating in a KAL Sweater Drop stitch patterns Knitting with recycled/secondhand yarn (have used plastic bags) Slip stitch patterns Knitting with banana fiber yarn Domino knitting (modular knitting) Twisted stitch patterns Knitting with bamboo yarn Two end knitting Charity knitting Knitting with soy yarn Cardigan Toy/doll clothing Knitting with circular needles Knitting with your own handspun yarn Slippers Graffiti knitting (knitting items on, or to be...

Rose of England Mosaic Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . After 2 months, the Rose of England is finally done! It was a bridal shower present, so I didn't share any of the in progress photos. Pattern: Rose of England teacloth from 2nd Book of Modern Lace Knitting Thread: #30 Cebelia, almost 2 balls Needles: Susan Bates size 2 dpns (2.75mm) and Knitpicks size 2 circulars (24" and 32", 3.0mm) Finished size: 36" diameter

PRGE Gift 2! Originally uploaded by Buxtrosion . I got 2 awesome books in my second Punk Rock Gift Exchange gift. I've flipped through Arctic Lace, and it's so much more than a pattern book! I'm really excited about sharing the project I've been working on for months. (It's a gift). I've been taking tons of photos and I should be able to post them by Monday!