I’ve spent the morning slowly pottering around the kitchen, cleaning up, doing laundry and baking scones. In contrast to my usual get sucked into the internet while drinking coffee / dash around madly trying to find everything I need mornings (depending on whether I need to go somewhere) it felt so good.
I’ve been busy + rather run down for the last week or so and I’m finally starting to feel like I’m mentally catching up with myself. Doesn’t hurt that the sun’s out.
I taught my first formal (er not formal at all but you know what I mean) knitting class on Sunday and it was so much fun, I had a full class of 6 and a reasonably wide ability range but everyone managed to make a good start and I felt like everyone learnt something. I’m really looking forward to seeing their progress next Sunday. We’re making Urchin, which I re-wrote for a slightly lighter weight yarn – I’ll upload the pattern for that soon. If you’re interested in taking one of my classes there is more info on the recently added ‘classes’ page of my site. I have a feeling most of my readers are neither local nor beginners but if you are local and would like to see a class on something in particular let me know. I’m also happy to arrange private classes on pretty much anything for either individuals or small groups.
I have lots to show you, but for now here’s a little peek. Right now I need to go pick up my new glasses, which I’m quite excited about.
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Hmmm…I’d love to take a class with you but seeing as I’m in Canada that could make things a little difficult…love the red beret! And do you have a recipe for those scones?
Those scones look yummy!
Whoo-hoo! That looks like a smaller gauge Urchin! Perfect because I just finished spinning up a very cool yarn and I wanted to make a garter stitch set–hat and fingerless gloves. Garter is really great for hiding/making the most of the imperfections in handspun yarn. I was going to futz around with doubling, maths, etc. to make the Urchin from my DK-weight single ply but it looks like I might not have to after all…yay!
CR
Wow, I wasn’t hungry until I looked at your blog and now I’m starving!! Those scones look delicious! Your hat looks great too!
Aww, what a cute bear-in-the-beret. Patterns for both coming soon? I find I’m getting addicted to knitting both toys and berets, and it’s all your fault. :)
The red hat is coming along so beautifully. I have been checking in every day hoping for a pattern before the weather turns too warm here.
Thanks for brightening my days with your lovely and inspiring blog!
Oooh, I can’t wait for the big reveal.
And the scones look scrummy.
Glad you’re getting back on top of the weather.;)
Those scones look so amazing! I love taking classes and I have taught a few others how to knit. I love teaching others, it’s really fun!
I love the sound of the knitting clinics but don’t work near enough K1 to come along to one, maybe another batch at the weekend or in the evening?
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm….vinyl records to block a hat!! Great idea!
Those scones look delicious.
I’m in Canada also, but if you were to teach a workshop here, I would be there for sure!
Oh my goodness I’m excited. Heck, I was pumped when I saw pictures of scones…THEN I kept scrolling down! :)
Yum….scones!! I wish I could join you!
Your hats are lovely. Your scones are making me hungry. Congrats on first knitting class.
yum!!! thanks for reminding me that my mom left me chocolate chip apricot scones from last nights knit in for breakfast this morning!! i can’t wait to go have one…
Hi Ysolda,
I just wanted to say that I think it is great you are doing the knitting classes. I was thinking I haven’t read much about your post-degree plans (or have I missed something?), but I really hope that you continue to weave your way so successfully through the knitting world and that you manage to end up with a solid career out of doing so. If that’s what you want of course! Anyhow, I’m sending good vibes your way…
Oh, so *that’s* how you block a beret!
I’ve been purposely ignoring the computer lately as well. Unfortunately, it means my bloglines gets very unwieldy, but alas, it’s a price I have to pay. The extra time for a little more sewing, baking, knitting, reading, etc has been much needed. It’s good for the soul.
… and I was so preoccupied with the beautiful red hat that I didn’t even notice the teddy bear ;) They are gorgeous both, and I really look forward to seeing the patterns :)
I love scones and those look delicious!
Have fun teaching knitting class!
The beret’s lovely, but the bear is gorgeous! Please say you’re going to do a pattern for him/her?
Penny
Love, love, love the record sleeve! Also thought I’d share my super easy, never fail scone recipe.
Lemonade scones
3 cups self-raising flour
1 cup cream
1 cup 7-up (you can totally substitute the regular for diet)
Add cream and 7-up to flour and mix to form soft dough. The dough will be quite sticky so flour your hands before continuing.
Flatten dough to roughly 1/2-1in on floured surface. (No needing necessary) Use a floured cutter to cut scones and place them close together on a baking tray (cookie sheet). Brush tops with milk or egg and bake in a 425F oven for 10-15 mins.
Fantastic with fresh whipped cream and strawberry jam. :)
Pirategirl.