Author Archives: mariko

Lucky me

Posted on December 15, 2003 by mariko

How fancy am I with my brand new Action Hero scarf? Action Hero Melissa made a bunch of scarves to sell at the holiday craft bazaar at Posie in Portland, and she had a few left over, so we decided … Continue reading →

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christmas wonderland

Posted on December 13, 2003 by mariko

When we were looking for houses a few years back, Peter was adamant about not wanting to live on an “event street,” a street that hosts various gatherings or has parades or anything that requires the residents to do something. … Continue reading →

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No kinky knitting allowed

Posted on December 12, 2003 by mariko

What the ? Bad Crystal Palace needles! Bad! No kinky needles allowed! I will try pouring hot water over them as suggested somewhere. Any other ideas? Hey, have you all signed up for the Stash Redistribution Project? Very cool idea! … Continue reading →

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death by croissant

Posted on December 11, 2003 by mariko

I know it’s impossible, but I feel like I have a croissant allergy. I had one this morning, and shortly after eating it, my head started to hurt, and I felt really cruddy and had to take a nap. All … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas to Megan

Posted on December 9, 2003 by mariko

Yes, Megan needs pink stuff, so here’s her Christmas goody! I used Gedifra Cortina, which is fun stuff, but it sheds a bit.

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passion for pink

Posted on December 8, 2003 by mariko

Another keyhole scarf! In pink this time! I used that chunky Gedifra yarn and some leftover Mustachio on the ends. I think this scarf might have to go to Megan, since she is battling breast cancer and needs more pink … Continue reading →

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sweet dreams

Posted on December 6, 2003 by mariko

While Peter put up the outside Christmas lights today, I finished sewing a pillowcase for my lunatic brother: I so love this fabric. I don’t know if my brother is worthy of it; I don’t think he is capable of … Continue reading →

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from pink to green

Posted on December 5, 2003 by mariko

To continue with the furry and fuzzy theme, I made a green furry keyhole scarf, using the free pattern offered by Bonne Marie as inspiration (her patterns are always inspirational!). I ran out of the furry stuff, so I finished … Continue reading →

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the third time’s the charm

Posted on December 4, 2003 by mariko

Do I win the record for the slowest bucket o’ chic knitter ever? After knitting the brim twice with great failure, I took Rose’s suggestion and knit it in garter stitch. I bound off using K1, P1 bindoff. Guess what? … Continue reading →

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from tame to tangy!

Posted on December 2, 2003 by mariko

I was hoping to have a newly finished candy-colored bucket o’ chic to show today, but I’m afraid I’m feeling a bit like Pee Wee at the moment. I finished the top last night then decided it was too pointy, … Continue reading →

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