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October 18, 2006
The Land of Rowan
I think I understand a bit better why the Rowan patterns are a bit, um, quirky. I just spent the last 5 days in London with my sister, who is studying abroad there. We did and saw so much that it's hard to put into words but I'm hoping pictures and some stories will suffice (which will follow in a few days). One of the best things, though, was simply people watching. The personal styles there are so unique and fabulous. You can see everything from business suits to punk rock to mismatch to whatever! People seem to be much more accepting of a variety of styles than they are here. And I loved it! Rowan really does a good job of capturing the wide variety of styles that exist in Britain. Unfortunately, with our terrible exchange rate, any yarn I saw was just too too expensive to buy. But I did get a lot of knitting done, especially on the plane ride.
Here is my progress on Rusted Root:
It should be done in the next few days! I'm so excited about this. It is just oh so cute! The coloring in this photo really does not do it justice though. I've also started on the Log Cabin Socks from Handknit Holidays but right now it's only ribbing. Not too exciting.
I do have a lot more to post about but I'm still winding down from travel and getting back into the swing of 'normal' life. The new VK was waiting for me at home and wow! I am really psyched about this one. So until I get my thoughts and photos more organized...happy knitting!
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your Rusted Root is coming along so nicely! it will be beautiful. i'd like to make that sweater too, but i have such broad shoulders so i'd have to figure out an alternative to the puffed sleeves. cheers-
Posted by: Dana | October 18, 2006
Welcome back! Every time I go to Europe, I marvel at the confident personal style most folks seem to have. Conformity doesn't seem to be on the menu.
Posted by: Karen B. | October 18, 2006
Pretty, pretty RR! I keep meaning to knit that pattern, but for now it's just sitting forlornly in my computer file of knitting patterns.
Posted by: Zarah | October 18, 2006
Your RR is sooo cute! Can't wait to see it on!
I'm so jelous of your recent tirp. I know soem day I'll get there.... but until then I'll just read about everyone else. =)
Posted by: Rachel | October 18, 2006
You went to London? I'm so jealous! I've been and I just can't wait to go back someday!
Posted by: Erin | October 19, 2006
Welcome home! Your RR is gorgeous!
Posted by: Stephanie | October 20, 2006