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WIP It, Whip It Good

3/11/2013

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Finally finishing a WIP (work in progress) after a long hiatus feels great, regardless of the project type. This beauty had been sitting idle since August due to my heavy work load.

It took a while, despite my unforeseen break, knitting on a size 2 needle, making enough teeny little stitches to fit an adult human. But, finally, it's done, it fits perfectly and it's ready to wear once it's done blocking.

The long-anticipated moment has arrived.
My reward process…
1. A victorious Snoopy happy dance
2. Modeling it for my fella (who gladly indulges my joyous moment)
3. Updating my project on Ravelry and posting pics
4. Sharing it with my knitting community on Twitter and Facebook

But, I quickly move on to my next project. Like a yarn shark, I've gotta keep my knitting needles moving. I savor the creative journey as much as, well, maybe a tiny bit more than, triumphantly adding an FO (finished object) to my collection. The only thing that brings me greater joy is gifting FOs to others.

What's your ultimate reward?
Being done? Enjoying the finished piece itself? Moving on to the next project? Whatever your thrill, take time for a triumphant Saturday Night Fever strut. You worked hard and deserve to celebrate.

Happy knitting,
Linda
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A Mystery KAL with a Great Outcome

5/9/2011

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I recently participated in a mystery KAL (knit along) with knitting designer Laura Nelkin. She donated proceeds (almost $600) to Americares toward rescue efforts in Japan. So inspiring! Such a great cause. She kept us all in "stitches" eagerly awaiting our next clue. It was fun not knowing what our project would be when it grew up.

Here's the final results...a beautiful beaded eyelet scarf. I liked it so much, I decided to keep it for myself…something I rarely do. If you'd like to knit something beautiful for yourself or a loved one AND donate to a great cause, the pattern is still available. Find out more by clicking here.

As always, be creative and be happy.
—Linda
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The Creative Process and Knitting

1/17/2011

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I've been creating as long as I can remember—savoring the process, testing theories and perfecting technics. I stand in awe watching a project take shape, coaxing materials into specific form, tweaking details and aiming for a flawless outcome.

Throughout my childhood, mom would discover me completely consumed, assembling my newest creation with purpose like a little mad scientist…stringing beads, glue and glitter, crocheting, painting—even sawing and hammering away in dad's workshop. With choice of medium vast and varied, my creative purpose obediently followed into adulthood.

Knitting equally fascinates—how a single strand of fiber manifests into something dimensional. Being attracted to unconventional style not easily found in mainstream venues, knitting affords me the added bonus of creating the unique and one-of-a-kind pieces that I crave.

I'm always on the prowl for the next special, more challenging pattern—itching to push the creative envelope, needing to learn and grow. You guessed it! I'm an over-achieving Type A personality.

My latest endeavor, a cabled sweater, is coming along nicely. There are plenty of twists and turns to hold my interest. And it's been a blast to do.
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How do you create? What creative elements do you need to be inspired? Feel free to share.

Happy creating,
Linda
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The Inspirational Hours

9/4/2010

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I find myself up at 5:00 a.m. on a Saturday morning during a holiday weekend. Why? Inspiration! My inspiration (a.k.a. most brilliant creative moments) comes at the oddest times, when I'm the most tired—completely sleep deprived, right before I go to bed, the wee hours of the morning from a sound sleep, etc.

Does sleepiness really trigger a creative streak in one's brain? Is the auto-pilot function suddenly caught off guard by fatigue? Or, is it just me?

What circumstances trigger your most creative ideas? Share your experiences with me and my readers.
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    Beyond my passion for 
    graphic design, I'm a 
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