I'm a teacher?

For the past few months I've been giving knitting lessons during my lunch hour at work. My co-workers always want to buy my work (usually I just give it away). I offered to show them how. Two of the "girls" took me up on the offer. MV is left-handed and it was interesting teaching her, but she's caught on quickly. I am very impressed. She’s already knitted scarves, hats, a baby sweater, a woman’s vest, an adult sweater and she’s now working on a lace shawl. This week another of my co-workers, SM has moved from knitting dishcloths to a baby sweater. She's only been knitting a few weeks.

One thing I’ve discovered is that I like sharing my knowledge and that’s made me want to learn more. So, I’m going to take two classes with Annie Modesitt, of Modeknit/Knitting Heretic. She’s teaching in San Antonio on 20 October. I had my husband “T” take me to Yarnivore in SA to sign up. I’ve been knitting for over 30 years (off and on) but I’ve never taken a class. Guess it’s about time. I’m so excited.

On the knitting front, I have been knitting. So far this month, I’ve finished two baby sweaters and two pair of socks (my first attempts). Also I’ve got the front, sleeves, and part of the back of a lace sweater. This might be a Christmas present, or I just might keep it for myself. I have already knitted two sweaters. I’m not going to say who (or is that whom) they are for as my daughters, MJ and KA read this blog.

That’s all for tonight, Keep on knitting.

New to this Blog thing

For the past few months I've been reading other knitters blogs. Thought it was about time I joined the club. I've been knitting for about 20 years, but wouldn't call myself an experienced knitter. I love knitting small children's items because I want instant gratification.

I’m learning as I go… so don’t ping me on the mistakes… Please. Here's a link to my photos.

note: yes that is a hand knit sweater I have on. It was originally knitted for one of my daughters but it's all mine now.

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