Dawn Brocco's Life & Design Blog

Did more scraping Monday, but not yesterday nor today. The tendonitis in my right elbow was acting up, and I'm not about to make it worse than it is.

So, I've been knitting. All day. All evening. How enjoyable, to get to just sit and knit! Today is rainy, as tomorrow is supposed to be, so no outdoor work will get done, and will further rest my elbow. I am getting both pairs of slipper samples done for the 2nd design for the winter Gazette issue and I really should get working on that booklet of designs, but all I want to do is knit! Working with a worsted spun yarn (which is not the same as worsted weight) is a nice change, as there's no fuzzy bits to float into the air, then onto my eyelashes and irritate my contacts.

I need to start on a hat and scarf design. I have the natural color cashmere to work the first samples in, then I'll need to get the natural black to make them for my Dad for Christmas. I go flip through the stitch dictionaries later to get me inspired. I always pull out piles of books and plop onto the couch with them all - leaving barely enough room for hubby to sit! I love being surrounded by books. Books are comforting. The process of seeking, then finding, knowledge is exhilarating. I love that feeling of being on a mission - having a purpose, either temporary or long-lasting, requiring the seeking out of information.