Category Archives: Current Projects

A New Project, A New Sidepath

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Annie

I’m making Millinery. Hats. Caps. Dome-pieces. Do-rags. Lids.

And I’m selling them on Etsy! Continue reading →

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Designers Block?

Posted on January 15, 2012 by Annie

I have to trust myself, my notes, and my ability to revisit a good idea later when it really resonates with a current design problem. Continue reading →

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Update of the Thankful

Posted on November 27, 2011 by Annie

We live better than most monarchs have for much of the history of mankind. We had an exceptional Thanksgiving meal (and leftovers!) We know how lucky we are. Continue reading →

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Judgey Part II – Who Am I? Why Am I Here?

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Annie

I’m still working out a good strategy to get me to the next pit stop where I can, hopefully, get my flat fixed, have a gluten free snack and a drink of water and get back on the road. That’s why it sometimes takes me a long time to blog, to get my newsletter out, or to get some designs worked up and written down. Continue reading →

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End of Summer, Teaching Season Opens (& Stitches?!)

Posted on September 6, 2011 by Annie

My only complaint is that they begin mowing, clipping and blowing at SEVEN A.M. on Saturday with a vengeance, so don’t expect to sleep in or anything… Continue reading →

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TKGA, Right In My Own Backyard!

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Annie

Are you tired of left decreases that don’t quite live up to the expectations of their right leaning siblings? Here’s a great way to create balanced, good-looking left decreases! Continue reading →

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Is There A Knitting Superhero(ine)?

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Annie

Sunday, June 26, 2011 By Rick Levine Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22) You may feel as if you’re under a lot of stress today, but your desire to do the right thing can turn a difficult day into a … Continue reading →

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Finding the Joy

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Annie

No matter how much work I have, there is always a small corner of joy when I’m knitting. The rhythm, the fiber, the repetition calm me, and if I’m able to divorce my nervous mind from the looming deadline, I can enjoy it thoroughly. Continue reading →

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I Like To Ride My Bicycle

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Annie

If you see me riding around St. Paul, wave! I’ll be the one grinning on my bike! Continue reading →

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Barreling Through

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Annie

Design is another word for organizing visual inspiration. Organizing the work is what makes life beautiful in the middle of the nutty chaos. Continue reading →

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