Monthly Archives: January 2015

100 Days of Spinning – Day 69

Posted on January 4, 2015 by silvergrrl

Today I started on the next bobbin of the Falklands wool. I had hoped to finish the half-ounce that will go on it, but that didn’t happen. But it’s OK. I got other stuff done that will leave me more … Continue reading →

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100 Days of Spinning – Day 68

Posted on January 2, 2015 by silvergrrl

Today I spun the third bobbin and plied the three together. There is a velvety feel to this Falklands yarn that I like very much. It’s hard to describe, but I have noticed it in each of the three plied … Continue reading →

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Real Food New Year

Posted on January 2, 2015 by silvergrrl

Happy New Year! I cooked a simple yet wonderful meal for our New Year’s dinner today. For veggies, I made Zoodles and baked Acorn Squash. The main attraction was 2 roasted chickens. I put 2 lemon quarters, a quarter of … Continue reading →

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100 Days of Spinning – Day 67

Posted on January 2, 2015 by silvergrrl

I finished the second bobbin of this “plying round” of Falklands today, it was sweet and easy. I’ve noticed that I’m starting to get callouses on my “pinching” fingers, the ones I use to control the twist. That helps! Tomorrow … Continue reading →

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100 Days of Spinning – Day 66

Posted on January 1, 2015 by silvergrrl

I’m starting to get antsy about spinning something with color in it. I love color. All this white wool is starting to get old. BUT the discipline of daily practice with the inexpensive wool is SO paying off! I keep … Continue reading →

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