13 out of 20 - not too shabby if I do say so myself! He he...
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008
New Job, New Crafting
Hello all!
As I mentioned before I started a new job in September. I think I grossly underestimated the differences in timing required to do proposals on this side of the business.
In a perfect world, on the architecture side, I would spend about three days putting together everything that everyone wrote for a proposal. Sometimes I got it down to one and half by working an insane amount of overtime and really rushing it. And that's with a team of three working on it. And then I'd send it off to print and be on my merry way.
On the other side, there's not only the time spent writing, there's also the time spent writing for subconsulting, and time for printing (since my new job isn't stupid enough to spend $4K/month on outsourcing). I'm looking like more at a week. And that's with overtime, a lot of the time. I was disgusted to find I had spent an entire day on subproposals this past week!
Anyway, that's enough ranting - onto the crafting!
I started Jeni's scarf on the train out of Paton's SWS in plum. I've been really pleased at so far how its worked out - the color changes are nice, and the initial scratch factor of the yarn has pleasantly worked itself out as it tumbles around my bag. For those of you who are interested, it is the "One Skein Tapestry Scarf" on Ravelry. I think I entered the project...
I had heard many bad things on Ravelry about SWS, but I got the yarn for free, so I said what the heck. Jeni has been a very good friend and dance teacher and I wanted to make something nicer than usual. Of course, now I have to figure out what to make Jason, but that's doable, right? ;-)
C.
As I mentioned before I started a new job in September. I think I grossly underestimated the differences in timing required to do proposals on this side of the business.
In a perfect world, on the architecture side, I would spend about three days putting together everything that everyone wrote for a proposal. Sometimes I got it down to one and half by working an insane amount of overtime and really rushing it. And that's with a team of three working on it. And then I'd send it off to print and be on my merry way.
On the other side, there's not only the time spent writing, there's also the time spent writing for subconsulting, and time for printing (since my new job isn't stupid enough to spend $4K/month on outsourcing). I'm looking like more at a week. And that's with overtime, a lot of the time. I was disgusted to find I had spent an entire day on subproposals this past week!
Anyway, that's enough ranting - onto the crafting!
I started Jeni's scarf on the train out of Paton's SWS in plum. I've been really pleased at so far how its worked out - the color changes are nice, and the initial scratch factor of the yarn has pleasantly worked itself out as it tumbles around my bag. For those of you who are interested, it is the "One Skein Tapestry Scarf" on Ravelry. I think I entered the project...
I had heard many bad things on Ravelry about SWS, but I got the yarn for free, so I said what the heck. Jeni has been a very good friend and dance teacher and I wanted to make something nicer than usual. Of course, now I have to figure out what to make Jason, but that's doable, right? ;-)
C.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Updates and Such
Hi all!
I've been working on the long standing Friendship Afghan project - its been sitting in my queue since October 2006, so I thought October 2008 was a good time to repick it up! haha...
Its all sewn together (slip stitch crochet) but... its just not there yet. Its too wild, too crazy with all the different patterns and textures. Some people's idea of fuchsia, for example, is vastly different - the afghan has everything from pink to hot orange, in my opinion.
So I'm going to make a black border for it. Got the needles, gauge and stitch count right for the yarn...now I just have to do it. :-( Five feet of the most boring knitting possible. On each side. Ick.
I've got to get the new photos on Ravelry. I've finished the black raspberry scarf and started a hat - well, I'm at 50% completion on the hat.
That's all for now. I'm going to a special event for the Western Suburban Purlers tonight at Stitchcraft.
C.
I've been working on the long standing Friendship Afghan project - its been sitting in my queue since October 2006, so I thought October 2008 was a good time to repick it up! haha...
Its all sewn together (slip stitch crochet) but... its just not there yet. Its too wild, too crazy with all the different patterns and textures. Some people's idea of fuchsia, for example, is vastly different - the afghan has everything from pink to hot orange, in my opinion.
So I'm going to make a black border for it. Got the needles, gauge and stitch count right for the yarn...now I just have to do it. :-( Five feet of the most boring knitting possible. On each side. Ick.
I've got to get the new photos on Ravelry. I've finished the black raspberry scarf and started a hat - well, I'm at 50% completion on the hat.
That's all for now. I'm going to a special event for the Western Suburban Purlers tonight at Stitchcraft.
C.
Thursday, October 2, 2008
What's the Deal?
Okay, so I haven't written a post in forever.
I bet you thought the blog was dead, and nothing new was going up.
Weeelll, not exactly.
There's been a lot of personal turmoil going on.
1. I got a new job.
2. I got into a scooter accident.
3. My husband's job is being shut down.
4. I got an insulin pump finally!
5. I've been doing Yarn Smackdown all summer.
6. There's this little addiction called Ravelry...
So I've been out, but not necessarily about for the past couple months. Luckily, none of these things are particularly bad - I walked away from the accident with only an arm injury that's much better now, and the husband is looking for new work - so I'm around.
Here's what I have planned for this blog for the rest of this year:
1. Updates on the Dolce Cabo dress started this summer. I started it, then had to drop it after gauge problems. I want to get that one done before next summer!
2. The Happy Okra pattern. He's cute and cuddly and I want to make him a star!
3. China's Sweater pattern. China the stuffed panda and I share the same birthday, and I always make her a knitted or crocheted item each year. This year, I've got an adorable cotton sweater almost done for her.
4. Some new loom patterns. Inspired by what I've seen the Spanish and Argentinians doing, I've seen some *interesting* new ideas and want to get some internationally inspired patterns up here!
5. Some holiday stuff...not sure what yet, but the Halloween --> Christmas time of year is great and I want to share the joy!
So, in short, stick with me, guys and gals, and I'll be back strong soon!
I bet you thought the blog was dead, and nothing new was going up.
Weeelll, not exactly.
There's been a lot of personal turmoil going on.
1. I got a new job.
2. I got into a scooter accident.
3. My husband's job is being shut down.
4. I got an insulin pump finally!
5. I've been doing Yarn Smackdown all summer.
6. There's this little addiction called Ravelry...
So I've been out, but not necessarily about for the past couple months. Luckily, none of these things are particularly bad - I walked away from the accident with only an arm injury that's much better now, and the husband is looking for new work - so I'm around.
Here's what I have planned for this blog for the rest of this year:
1. Updates on the Dolce Cabo dress started this summer. I started it, then had to drop it after gauge problems. I want to get that one done before next summer!
2. The Happy Okra pattern. He's cute and cuddly and I want to make him a star!
3. China's Sweater pattern. China the stuffed panda and I share the same birthday, and I always make her a knitted or crocheted item each year. This year, I've got an adorable cotton sweater almost done for her.
4. Some new loom patterns. Inspired by what I've seen the Spanish and Argentinians doing, I've seen some *interesting* new ideas and want to get some internationally inspired patterns up here!
5. Some holiday stuff...not sure what yet, but the Halloween --> Christmas time of year is great and I want to share the joy!
So, in short, stick with me, guys and gals, and I'll be back strong soon!
Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Busy Swapping
I know I haven't posted in a couple weeks. Sorry about that. I've got some new patterns almost ready. I've been concentrating on getting a swap package done, getting over my injured hip (no, I'm not secretly 80 LOL), and trying to stay out of the heat as best I can.
I've also re-joined the Project Runway fray. I LOVE that show! Its so addicting.
Talk to everyone soon!
I've also re-joined the Project Runway fray. I LOVE that show! Its so addicting.
Talk to everyone soon!
Friday, July 25, 2008
Support the Illinois Jaycees - No Money Required!
Hello Friends, Family and fellow Jaycees,
The Illiniois Jaycees are participating in the “Make My Non-Profit Run Better” contest for a chance to win an office technology makeover from RK Dixon. The winning organization will receive new office and network equipment valued at $20,000. The second prize is valued at $10,000 and the third prize at $5,000.
This is a great opportunity for us, as you know firsthand the time it takes to raise this amount of money. This makeover would allow us to be more efficient in providing services for those who need it most. And, typically, money raised tends to support our mission, rather than offset business technology costs.
How can you help? For once, not by donating money, but by voting! The organization with the most votes will be selected as a top five finalist. The more votes, the better chance we have to win.
Go to www.rkdixon.com starting on Monday July 28th and vote for the Illinios Jaycees until Aug. 4. Please vote once a day. This is tracked as a 24 hour period so if you vote at 8:00am you will not be able to cast another vote until 8:00am the following day. But, stay tuned … if we are chosen as a finalist we will need your votes again! We need this makeover to help us run better.
Please forward this email to any friends or colleagues who you feel would be willing to vote for us.
Happy voting and thank you for your support!
Tanya Lee
2008 State President
IL Jaycees
"Quest for Success"
The Illiniois Jaycees are participating in the “Make My Non-Profit Run Better” contest for a chance to win an office technology makeover from RK Dixon. The winning organization will receive new office and network equipment valued at $20,000. The second prize is valued at $10,000 and the third prize at $5,000.
This is a great opportunity for us, as you know firsthand the time it takes to raise this amount of money. This makeover would allow us to be more efficient in providing services for those who need it most. And, typically, money raised tends to support our mission, rather than offset business technology costs.
How can you help? For once, not by donating money, but by voting! The organization with the most votes will be selected as a top five finalist. The more votes, the better chance we have to win.
Go to www.rkdixon.com starting on Monday July 28th and vote for the Illinios Jaycees until Aug. 4. Please vote once a day. This is tracked as a 24 hour period so if you vote at 8:00am you will not be able to cast another vote until 8:00am the following day. But, stay tuned … if we are chosen as a finalist we will need your votes again! We need this makeover to help us run better.
Please forward this email to any friends or colleagues who you feel would be willing to vote for us.
Happy voting and thank you for your support!
Tanya Lee
2008 State President
IL Jaycees
"Quest for Success"
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
New Loom Knitter Circle! Kitchen Cooking Apron!
And my pattern is in it! Yea!!!!!
If anyone attempts it and struggles with the 3 needle bindoff imitation, I've created a video and put it on YouTube to help people with it.
If anyone attempts it and struggles with the 3 needle bindoff imitation, I've created a video and put it on YouTube to help people with it.
Friday, July 4, 2008
Hey everyone, happy...
Hey everyone, happy 4th of July. I'm sitting here at the Westmont fireworks, listening to the lovely sounds of big band music and watching the high(?) ____ dance, it's entertaining. 9:30 the fireworks are going off, I'm excited. I'll put some pictures up in my blog if I can get them. Hope everybody have a happy 4th. Bye. listen
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