Monthly Archives: December 2008

Handwritten

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Karie
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Happiness Is A Warm Neck

Posted on December 14, 2008 by Karie

One finished object to show off! I’m very, very happy with this one, actually. Finally getting my clammy hands all over a hank of Noro Cashmere Island, I managed to whip up this cowl in two evenings. I used a … Continue reading →

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Pattern-Lust Unveiled

Posted on December 12, 2008 by Karie

Let’s talk knitting. Having just finished a quick Christmas knit for my Other Half’s aunt, I am now working on the Lush and Lacy cardigan in a soft wool/alpaca blend. It is an interesting knit insofar as something is constantly … Continue reading →

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Three Lists

Posted on December 11, 2008 by Karie

Ten Worst Predictions of 2008 is US-centric, but still amusing. New York Times columnist Bill Kristol did not have a great year – not only did he predict that Hillary Clinton would sweep the Democratic caucuses, Kristol was also the … Continue reading →

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Joss Whedon Is Crafty

Posted on December 10, 2008 by Karie

It’s an age-old war. Like the werewolves and the vampires. I think Underworld was actually originally about crocheters and knitters but they thought it would be too controversial so they changed it to vampires and werewolves. Buffy, Firefly, Dr Horrible’s … Continue reading →

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Find An Easier Way

Posted on December 9, 2008 by Karie

Observation #1: I don’t outright hate the Leona Lewis cover of “Run” (youtube link) although I still prefer the the Snow Patrol original (youtube link). I am mildly disturbed and am now going to listen to ironic hipster music. Observation … Continue reading →

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Monday Interlude

Posted on December 8, 2008 by Karie

This Dane in Scotland is putting wrapped Christmas presents into postal boxes going across seas. While I’m doing this, I’m listening to my German friend, Silke, live on NZ radio. Distance is very relative these days. A few links: + … Continue reading →

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Caledonia, Caledonia

Posted on December 7, 2008 by Karie

The Isle of Arran as viewed by yours truly on a train journey Friday afternoon. I love living in Scotland when I get to see the most amazing scenery. I am already plotting how to get across to Arran and … Continue reading →

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Folding Stars

Posted on December 3, 2008 by Karie

And the new stars will go straight into a certain little box. Danes love doing these paper stars for Christmas. You can find a tutorial on how to fold the stars here. I will doing some Danish woven Christmas hearts … Continue reading →

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Ouchy-boo-boo.

Posted on December 2, 2008 by Karie

It’s very, very cold outside. This means that the pavements are icy. By ‘icy’, I mean ‘like an ice-skating rink’ and, seeing as I’m not blessed with a fantastic sense of balance, I do not ice-skate well. This evening, I … Continue reading →

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