My summer break, part 2 - warning picture heavy

Besides the pool, we spent a lot of time lounging on the sofa reading or watching DVDs. The kids were in 4 different reading programs through the varies local libraries. We went to the cinema, a couple of times. At the end of July we went to Washington, DC.

July 26, 2009



The bird that has a wart on its beak




Excuse the poor image quality. Extremely steep escalator

July 27, 2009

Swallowed by the great white




Outside the Library of Congress

On July 28, we went to the Holocaust Museum, where photography are not allowed. We also went to the Space Museum.

Image taken enroute to the Holocaust Museum


Space Museum

We had fun in DC even though it was hot, humid & tiring. That's all for today. Will be back soon. BTW, Happy Independence Day, Malaysia.

My summer break, part 1 - warning picture heavy

I'm back from my summer break. I decided to take one while the kids were having theirs. I did spin some yarn but didn't add them to Etsy.  I've uploaded pictures of 11 yarn to my photostream and 12 more drying on the rack. I'll add the yarn as time permits. Here's a pictorial summary of my summer.

June 2009 - Weaving

Noro Silk Garden #245


Patons Classic Merino


Universal Yarn Pace #13 & Rio De Plate SC15 (sock yarn)



We spent many days here

The kids swam & I floundered. Note to self - have to learn how to swim. I can only go about 2 yards. Kids tried to get on my back while I was floundering and they nearly sank me. Luckily, I was floundering at 3.5 feet deep.

Ate a lot of these


With Ranch dressing and a sprinkle of pepper


July 2009
Newport Aquarium, KY

I fell off the rocker


Get out of my way


Spotted Jellyfish


Upside down jellyfish


Aliens!!!   No. It's actually moon jellyfish


Fireworks outside the aquarium , across from the Ohio River after the end of the Reds game.




Local fireworks on July 4th






To be continued....

Thank you

I want to thank all of you who enjoyed the sale and also for your support. I hope all of you enjoyed the July 4th weekends. I  enjoyed mine. I'm not able to add any yarns to Etsy this week. Will try so next week. Have a great weekend. Thank you again.

Happy July 4th!

Just want to pop in and wish everyone a Happy July 4th!. Have fun at the parade, enjoy the food and fireworks. Hope that the weather will be great.

Forest

Here's the last addition to Etsy for the sale. Hopefully, I'll have more yarn ready after July 6. Enjoy the parade & fireworks. Have a great July 4th.

Forest, is spun from 100% superwash merino roving dyed by Krista of Pigeon Roof Studios. The yarn is soft and lofty. It's 2 plied. The colors of this yarn consists of shades of green, brown and white/natural/ecru together with a hint of black. This yarn is good for making small shawl, mittens, hats or a pair of socks.

Forest - Handspun Superwash Merino

Approx. 468 yds or 428m
Approx. 3.8 oz or 108g

WPI: Approx. 14-15
Gauge: Approx. 6-6.5sts per inch
Suggested Needle Size:US 3-6
Weight: DK/Light Worsted/Sport

Heartache

Heartache is spun from 80% merino & 20% tussah silk dyed by Miss Babs. The yarn is 2 plied. This yarn soft and lofty. The color of the yarn consists of shades of purple/lavender/violet, light pink & a hint of light grey. This yarn will be great for shawl or scarves.

Heartache - Handspun Merino Silk

Approx. 460 yds or 421m
Approx. 2 oz or 56g

WPI: Approx. 23
Gauge: Approx. Varies
Suggested Needle Size:Varies
Weight: Lace

Clematis Vine

Clematis Vine is spun from roving dyed by Susan of Spinning Bunny. It's 50% superwash merino & 50% tencel. The color of this yarn consists of lavender to orchid with leafy greens. The yarn is soft and lofty. It's 2 plied. This yarn will make a great pair of shawl, scarves, mittens, hat or socks.

Clematis Vine - Handspun Superwash Merino Tencel

Approx. 526 yds or 481m
Approx. 3.8 oz or 108g

WPI: Approx. 18-19
Gauge: Approx. 6.5-8sts per inch
Suggested Needle Size:US 1-3
Weight: Fingering/Heavy Fingering/Sock/Heavy Sock

Note: Since Independence Day is on Saturday, post office will be closed on Friday & Saturday. Any purchase made on Friday or Saturday will be mailed on Monday.