Starry Night Fingerless Mittens

I love Manos del Uruguay! And I was so excited when the silk blend came out, but I don't really want a whole sweater of it. So a little bit goes a long way. This pattern from Churchmouse Yarns & Tea is quick and easy and looks like a million bucks.

My mittens have only 4 purl ridges but I did put in another 3 knit rows so my mittens come pretty far down on my wrists. I like the way the purl stitches frame the thumb gusset; it is the most elegant way to make a thumb.

The yarn has a subtle sheen and the Stellar colorway looks like a velvety blue sky with golden stars. Ah!

Quilt & Craft Show

I went to San Mateo last week with Lara to the semi-annual Quilt & Craft Show. Sadly, it seems to get smaller every time. It mostly focuses on quilting, but there are a few booths that feature yarn, stamping or card making.

A couple of years ago, I got a starter kit for rug hooking and loved it! But now I have to go online for supplies.

I've been working on a design using felt and embroidery, and this time Bird Brain Designs of Kelseyville, CA was there. They specialize in felting with wool roving, embroidery, and wool felt fabric. So now I have the materials to try out some prototypes...