Archive for September, 2008

anatomy of a sock photo shoot »

alice in golden leaves, originally uploaded by alicethelma. For quite some time I had the idea in my head that the pose in this famous Edward Weston photograph would make a great pose for ing socks. What poor Alice discovered is that one needs quite a bit of flexibility to execute the pose. I’m thinking [...]

instant gratification »

Calorimetry, originally uploaded by alicethelma. Earlier in the month I felt a bit dissatisfied staring at all my unfinished projects. In looking for a quick fix and some instant gratification, I made the Calorimetry in less than 24 hours. Adorable isn’t it? Free pattern. Get it. Now. According to the pattern, “Calorimetry is a scientific [...]

this one’s for you Max »

evergreen high school, originally uploaded by alicethelma.

knit one, save one: a campaign to save millions of babies »

preemie cap, originally uploaded by alicethelma. Last Friday I went to the Knit and Crochet show at the convention center in Portland, Oregon where I browsed vendors and tried hawking my t-shirts. Among the yarn vendors, stood a quiet little booth for Knit One, Save One, a program sponsored by Save the Children. I was [...]

i love magic loop »

magic loop progress, originally uploaded by alicethelma.

in the loop »

first magic loop socks, originally uploaded by alicethelma. I finally broke down and bought a 40″ addi turbo (size 0) and taught myself the “magic loop” method of knitting socks. Wow! I was instantly taken with this technique and wonder why I have never used it sooner. Also, why don’t I have more addis? Sure [...]

limited edition t-shirts for sale »

alice knitting t-shirt, originally uploaded by alicethelma. Many styles and sizes available for as low as $12.99. Get ‘em here before they sell out! Hurry! While supplies last. I love knitting t-shirts.I love crochet t-shirts.ballerina star t-shirts.

happy birthday pops »

opa and alice 1991, originally uploaded by alicethelma. Today is my father’s 80th birthday. As far as I know, he’s never touched a computer in his life so he probably won’t see this post. All the same, I want to wish him a Happy Birthday.