Thrumming Along

TO MARKET :TO MARKET:

2011-05-08T04:38:00.000-07:00

We are to be doing the odd days at the Welland Saturday Market. Here are a few things that hubby has contributed. Lots of hard work but fun. Hope you enjoy. One Winnie Pooh Carouselel and one horse carousel Lots of fun hauling logs to the mill and when tired can dump load & look for more.

FORGOTTEN TASKS

2011-05-08T04:30:00.000-07:00

Well here is two pair of thrum socks that were delivered already to Leslie. Delivered two weeks ago. Also a set of 3 pair of baby socks sold that never got into the shop. and to top off another pair of adult socks .
So back to square one once again.

MARCH BLUES

2011-03-13T15:02:00.000-07:00

Well here are a few newbies to take away the blues of winter. Thinking my life is quite boring and then realizing what I am able to do while watching the disasters in Japan , China, and other countries ,I am glad I live where I am . My candle is lit and my prayers go out often to all in need.
Here Leslie is for you a nice pair of purple thrum socks and a pair of green fingerless gloves. Oh ! by the way that is the last of your forest green shade. Also the purple was 2 skeins left from your original shade when I first started knitting for you. For me a nice pair of grey thrum slippers for my shop on Etsy also a new pair of socks for me from bamboo. The wool is slippery to work with but nice and soft for the feet.

A FEW TREATS

2011-02-26T14:05:00.000-08:00

Well here we are with March coming in as a lion maybe it will leave like a lamb. It is time to get out and about once again.
First I have a KAL for a group called Sexy Knitter. The pattern is lovely and I seemed to have just the right colours to knit. Then on to my shop as I am slowly trying to get things sorted . The Mitts and slippers of course are my fleece washed and carded for the thrums. Last but not least is a new token for Leslie. A lovely lacy wrap and I do think she will enjoy.

MORE GOODIES FOR ALL

2011-02-06T07:33:00.000-08:00

Here are a few more goodies to share. Winter is here and I sit on my butt longer and get more knitting done. First a new pattern for a warm hat from Lion Brand Wools made for my youngest daughter. I was lucky to design the buttons to match the wool perfect. She hasn't seen it yet but will receive delivery of it on Thursday. Second is a pair of thrum slippers for my shop. They are always a favourite and I am trying to get a stash done for the shop. Thirdly a lovely pair of socks done for myself in wandering cats hand dyed wool. The picture is dark but the colour is a lovely purple with a black slash through it. The wool is so soft and lovely to work with. So that is it for now. Working on some more surprises and KAL's.

New For Me.

2011-02-06T07:21:00.000-08:00

Well here are some goodies I did for me. My only problem is two articles were too large for me. First of all I did two pair of stripe socks in a new yarn and they are lovely . Only problem I sold first pair before I had a chance to take a picture , so you only see one till I get new supply of yarn. Then you see my Kal socks that I did for Wandering Cat Yarns group . They turned out too wide for me so I am putting them in my shop for sale.Also did a lovely hat for me also too large so into the shop as well .
The website for my shop is www.etsy.com/shop/thrummingalong if you would like to browse. It is just plain right now but I hope I can slowly fill with all kinds of goodies.

Leslie's Stash

2011-02-06T07:09:00.000-08:00

Good Day . These are just a few things to add to Comfort's Alpacas. Have a lovely pair of thrum socks topped off with green thrums. They are a little heavier than average but will make all warm and toastie. Second she shall reap a second pair of clog socks also done in a heavier weight for the open shoe. Thirdly but not last is a forest green shawl and actually I am proud of it as it was my first to knit. There will be more goodies to come your way soon Leslie. Hope you are making it alright down on the farm with all this snow.

MY COLLECTION

2011-01-04T06:55:00.000-08:00

Here goes. I trust you all had a great holiday as well as I . House full of goodies
to share. Lots of love and sharing also a new baby great grandson added to our collection of energies.Welcome Neji. Lots of hugs & kisses from all. So many to make sure they are all looked after . First hat & mitts for gift, two pair of slippers for my shop, toque and fingerless gloves for our working son in law . Hope they keep you warm & toastie Matt.

Belated Update

2011-01-04T06:44:00.000-08:00

Well hello all I have been slow at posting. Lots to do with the holidays, but here goes . For Leslie here are some goodies to add to her collection. Sure do hope you like . A pair of rose coloured thrums with tan thrums, Second a pair of fingerless gloves with a lovely cable I thought you could use these as I only had one skein of colour . Lastly but not least is your pair of clog socks. This was my own idea and do hope they will be okay for you.Also a pair of lovely pattern socks on medium brown There are new things to come so ENJOY!!!

CHRISTMAS IS ON THE WAY

2010-11-21T08:13:00.000-08:00

Santa is sending a new hoodie for great Grandson Neji arriving very shortly and maybe even on my birthday . I sure do hope he likes it. Then we have a new hat & mitts for big brother Matiss . The pastel blue will go with his fair hair. Last but not least a new hat for Riley with his mitts. I like the idea that the ear lugs can be removed. Do have a Merry Christmas all.

A NEW DELIVERY FOR LESLIE

2010-11-17T04:06:00.000-08:00

Here are some new quickies for Leslie's shop. I do hope she enjoys them.First two pair of gloves from her loveable Ceasar. Then on to a
medium shade of blue. The colours sometimes to come out brighter with my camera as I am not a professional picture taker. I am quite amazed at what I have learned with the help of my girls. Last but not least a lovely pair of grey cable gloves with her new shade just come in .

Job Well Done

2010-10-14T06:57:00.000-07:00

Well today after a lot of thought and decision this is the completed prize from Ceasar. I have called it Ceasar's Pullover Pattern. It has been made for his proud owner Leslie of Canadian Comfort Alpacas. Hopefully she will like it as well. If not I guess it is off to the drawing board again.
Also a couple of fill ins completed as well , a baby set for sale now that I have found out we are having a great grandson. Also a pair of fun socks for me from a kit my daughter (KNIT OBESSION) bought for me. They sure are nice and warm. If interested re: my sales go to Thrumminalong Etsy.com

All WELL DONE

2010-09-19T17:27:00.000-07:00

Well here is a little bit of everything I finished a second hat for my friend Barbara . That's is it for her order. Along with our new baby hoodie but found out Friday eve. that we will welcome a new great grandson in January. The colour will have to go. Also a new pattern for fingerless gloves made for Leslie at Canadian Comfort Alpacas. Hope you enjoy all the goodies. Busy working on a sweater now for Leslie to match her gloves . & having lots of fun counting & measuring to make all perfect. Also am working on a little outfit with purple violets but no good for a boy child either. So back to the drawing board.

New Efforts Finally Finished

2010-09-01T08:55:00.000-07:00

Well have come to finish some orders for a friend . Boy it did take all summer with this heat to complete them . The fingerless gloves different patterns 5 pair of them were all done in black as
requested so the lovely patterns will not show. So later will do them all again in shades that will show off the designers hard work.
The ladies hats are done two of them. I am afraid that one might be a bit bright so am working on another at the moment to suffice . I do hope that the recipients of the gifts will enjoy as well.
This was done between 26 jars of strawberry jam, 6 raspberry jam & 6 peach jam. Still have
one more batch of raspberry to do. So a bit of relaxing today arm is still sore where growth was cut out but coming along very well. Told not to sit in sun & suck it up so willingly. On to more shaded areas of the back deck.

CATCHING UP

2010-06-19T13:30:00.000-07:00

Well I have been slow posting but have time now while the soccer games are on for the next month. I have taken a break this past week and have been busy doing strawberry jam. Our rooms have been painted with the living room complete and the kitchen almost done. Hubby has worked so hard.

I completed two pair of fingerless gloves for a friend but you can't see the lovely patterns as they are black. I also have a pair of slippers asked for in black but the customer never showed up. So will place in trunk for a sale.

Our son finally was able to get high speed for us for our internet. Boy what a difference . Looking forward to downloading pictures. Hope all are well and enjoy the warm sunny days.

ADDING UP THE STOCK ONCE AGAIN

2010-05-23T16:27:00.001-07:00

Well Leslie I am taking tally once again. Here is three more pair of alpaca socks ready to go. The two white pair are anklets and a lovely design. I think you will like them . The third pair of course is another pair of thrums. Hope they give someone some happiness.

MEET ANOTHER MEMBER OF THE FAMILY

2010-05-12T04:50:00.000-07:00

This is MATTISS and he will be three this year. He has gotten so tall. He lives in QUEBEC in a town called GATINEAU by the river. This is a new hoodie to keep him nice and warm on cool nights. I sure hope it fits okay as I am taking a guess for we don't get to visit too often.

Below is proud DAD & MOM. We use to call his Mom our French Fry when she was young. The first time she cried as she thought we were calling her a dirty name Now she has a French Fry of her own.Grow strong and wise MATTISS as I know your Mom will show you the path of wisdom and love for all. Love to all .

UPGRADING INVENTORY FOR DELIVERY

2010-04-19T17:04:00.001-07:00

Well today I was able to get caught up a wee bit & put some more goodies in the trunk for the Alpaca Farm. Have been going over the stock & seeing what stash I have and colours. Getting down to mostly browns. Hope Leslie calls soon need some colour in this stock or her customers will think she only has brown alpacas.

A LOVING THOUGHT

2010-04-08T03:07:00.000-07:00

This is a tiny gift of love from my daughter to her step daughter & new grandson. All the stitches are done with thoughts for his future and love from his family. Enjoy Draydon.

Grow strong, wise, and love in your heart for all .God Bless.

A NEW BEGINNING

2010-03-15T06:46:00.000-07:00

This is Cecily and her first born. His name is Drayden and looks so tiny. I can't remember any of my children being that small. The new hoodie in pastel green will compliment his colouring. It is a new pattern designed by redknitz (Knit Obession) . How fitting for it to go to Drayden on his new path in life. To you Cecily all the best and enjoy him while he is small. They grow so quickly.

A SPECIAL GIFT

2010-03-07T13:52:00.000-08:00

Today my youngest daughter received her special gift. It is called the Willow Cowl. Her older sister who is on Ravelry ( redknitz) dyed her wool a red colour and named it SCARLET LETTER like her request. So Voila!!! here we are all dressed up & no where to go but work.

Thank you Redknitz for you time & effort to make the gift special. Hope you like my pose.

RESTOCKING INVENTORY

2010-02-24T16:32:00.000-08:00

Well here are a few more articles to deliver to the farm where the alpacas play. Boy fingers are all shrivelled from making thrums to be knitted into the socks. The smaller socks are for children so that they may enjoy the softness of the wool also. Have a few more surprises up my sleeve .

Must be hand washed and laid flat to dry but was told a great way to do them is place in sock bag , handwash and rinse . Then place in washer and spin lightly to take out the water. Lay flat to dry . I place mine on a towel on the top of the freezer. Enjoy all !!!

OH!!! HAPPY DAY

2010-02-21T12:16:00.000-08:00

Today i received a nice gift from my great granny & papa . She must know how good blue looks on me. It is a little roomy but i will be able to wear it for awhile. Dont" I look sexy MOM.

thanks granny .

MY NEW HOODIE

2010-02-13T04:45:00.000-08:00

This is my new hoodie. My name is Riley and i live in Sydney Nova Scotia. The hoodie will keep out the cold ocean winds. This is my mommy Jennifer and my daddy Frank. They say i am their joy & pleasure in life. I used the garland on the Xmas tree to wrap me up for Christmas but was too big to sit under the tree.

This is my uncle Ryan He comes to visit & sometimes babysits me. Boy do we have fun when Daddy & mommy go out. It is PARTY TIME!!!!!!!. Well i guess i have to go to bed now. BYE.

WARM TOOTIES

2010-02-12T15:40:00.000-08:00

Well here are some warm socks to keep you feeling great. They were knitted for Canadian Comfort Alpacas. The first pair are handspun with alpaca & wool . They are very heavy and also have the thrums in the feet to stop the cold.The second is a lighter sock but long for wearing inside your boots also with the thrums in the feet & toes.

The thrums are bits of alpaca fleece knitted into the sock . They form a heart shape pattern and can be done in many colours. Comfort Alpacas like to stay with the natural colours of the alpacas but do have the odd fleeces dyed.

BAD HAIR DAY !!!!

2010-02-07T16:36:00.000-08:00

Ever had one of those days when things just don't go right. It is terrible to have a bad hair day so here is what you do. Fortuately we have a hairdresser in the family so the cost is low. All you have to do is feed them . Sorry never took a picture of finshed product but will do that later. Have fun one and all .

Then i took my turn cutting and colouring my daughters hair. Ever had those shaky hands afraid that you will cut too short???? Well i earned my badge for good judgement and being able to see straight for a change. Must be the new glasses. We are good for a few more months. Thanks Lee Ellen ..

KING OF THE CASTLE

2010-02-06T02:48:00.000-08:00

Meet our pride and joy !!!!!ELVIS is still in the building. He came to us at 10 months old and is pug and jack russell cross. he use to round up our sheep but now herds the hens into the barn in the evening.

Besides controlling the acreage of cats, stray dogs, or any human who may come to close to property lines he likes to sit in his favourite chair by the window to welcome all coming home for rest, relaxation and supper . GOD Bless You ELVIS!!!!!

MY FAVOURITE HOBBY

2010-01-28T09:59:00.000-08:00

Well here is another wonderful hobby of mine. I knit for Canadian Comfort Alpacas
Here is a picture of just a few of their furries. I manage to do thrum socks,thrum mitts,fancy socks,in a range of all sizes from babies to adult. There are sweaters,scarves, blankets,hats etc. and lots of goodies to browse for.

Thank God for Grandchildren

2010-01-27T10:40:00.000-08:00

Well today was an experience. My grandson & I worked together to teach me how to use a blog. I learnt about tabs, refreshing,also downsizing & cutting pictures. BOY!!! that is a lot for one day. Soon i will go on to the next step learning how to add projects completed etc. That is if i ever am able to get off the blog. I guess this is my next path on my journey. Have fun all & here i come.

My new beginnings,

2010-01-25T17:02:00.000-08:00

Hello all ; I am trying to show that you can teach old dogs new tricks. I did manage very well i thought at doing profile and picture. But boy: having problem with doing the background

pictures for site but will keep trying.

Thanks Knit Obession for giving me that little push to get me off my butt to do spmething for me