February 25, 2007
Hawaii WIPs
While Clementine is vacationing in the stash, I've been busy with other projects.
Something Bold
"Dazzler" handpainted tussah top from The Silkworker, 66 gm., 2-ply, 450 yd.
Something Sweet
"Gibson Girl" Silkworker tussah top, 64 gm., 2-ply, 465 yd.
Something Brilliant
"Ringmaster" Silkworker tussah top, 68 gm., singles, 960 yd.
Something Basic
Off to a good start on a working gansey. Stromness Gansey by Elizabeth Lovick,
custom sizing by Liz. Frangipani 5-ply Guernsey yarn, 3 mm. needles.
Something Blue
Fishermens Pattern toe-up sock by Elizabeth Lovick. Regia 4-ply, 2.75 mm needles.
Truly, spinning is a joy here on Molokai
Where the gentle trade winds play.
A beautiful place.
In the company of friends.
Aloha.
Mom ! Mom ! Wait for me ! ! !
Thank you for taking me with you! What gorgeous silks and knitting, and the scenery...Well, it's no wonder you were asking me about taking some time away to become reinvigorated. It's inspirational!
Posted by: Joanne on February 25, 2007 09:21 AMBeautiful shots of beautiful things! Your silks are stunning and the flowers take my breath away.
Posted by: Kerry on February 25, 2007 09:46 AMThanks for the great post, Jan.
What could be better than your beautiful handspun silk paired with Hawaiian flowers?
I could practically feel the tradewinds and smell the flowers as I read your post. Though I did find myself envying your spinning spot on the deck just a bit!
Posted by: Denise on February 25, 2007 10:06 AMBeautiful fiber and gorgeous flowers!
Posted by: Kim on February 25, 2007 10:21 AMGosh Jan that looks so relaxing:-) The silk looks amazing!!!
Posted by: elizabeth on February 25, 2007 03:29 PMThis is so nice to look at while we are having snow and sleet where I am.... Your silk is just beautiful.
Posted by: CarolineF on February 25, 2007 04:23 PMAbsolutely gorgeous pictures...I'm drooling! Love your blog!
Ang
Posted by: angelarae on February 25, 2007 07:24 PMWow, I am so jealous!!! What a way to live!!!
Posted by: Sherry on February 25, 2007 10:54 PMOh Jan, your silk spinning is absolutely inspiring. I wanted to reach right through the monitor to pet those skeins. Thanks for showing us your feathered friends and your beautiful surroundings on Molokai.
Posted by: Melanie on February 25, 2007 11:15 PMJan, we can always count on you for a visual treat - what amazing photos in the grey of winter. Thank you!
Posted by: Sam on February 26, 2007 04:54 AMWhat a wonderful place to spin! The silk looks lovely.
Posted by: Monica on February 26, 2007 12:08 PMparadise :-)
Posted by: vanessa on February 26, 2007 10:14 PMTruly beautiful spinning and scenery Jan. Thanks for sharing your little bit of paradise with us.
Posted by: Angela on February 27, 2007 01:08 PMThat looks like such a peaceful place to work! I especially liked the Ringmaster colourway.
Posted by: Jo on February 28, 2007 09:06 PMGorgeous photos, gorgeous spinning.
Posted by: AlisonH on March 3, 2007 03:30 AMWow! Beautiful photos and spinning. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Barb on March 3, 2007 12:32 PMThank you all for your nice comments. I enjoyed bringing a little bit of Hawaii to you.
Posted by: Jan on March 4, 2007 10:42 PM