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life in the She Shed 🏡 with my furbaby Sir Norman Squishyface 🐱… quietly makingthingswithstixandstring in the beautiful Catskills.
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#knitting #crochet #visiblemending #vintagetextiles #poetry #watercolors #cats #Democrat
haven’t been here in awhile… just taking a peek. 👀
April 29, 2025 at 5:01 PM
February 23, 2025 at 2:21 PM
…progress report.

Busan Sweater 💗

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February 15, 2025 at 2:22 PM
I wore my self-drafted wrap/shawl for Val-Gal-Pal-entine’s Day ❤️ Knit with custom-dyed merino from Catskill Merino Yarn (if you know this yarn, you know it is the absolute Cashmere of Merino!!). ❤️
February 15, 2025 at 1:08 PM
♥️
February 14, 2025 at 12:04 AM
Today’s ‘puffy’ look 😹😹😹
in my Down in the Meadow sweater, Sola scarf, and Not Perfect Linen gingham frock.

Freezing rain’s got nothing on us! 🧶
February 13, 2025 at 7:33 PM
i’m determined to finish this sweater in time to wear for my upcoming ‘SixtySomething’ birthday in 10 days. since i work FT, i have evenings and this weekend left to complete the body and sleeves.

will i make it? 🧶
February 13, 2025 at 3:23 AM
…250 stitches cast on of superfine lace weight silk wrapped stainless steel to create a deep garter stitch edge before introducing the body design that will be knit with Knitting for Olive’s Compatible Cashmere for a self-designed very delicate wrap.
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February 11, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Down in the Meadow has finally made its debut in the wild! This petty pattern is by designer @marcelle.et.clo (written in french only). I can’t help but feel all flowery n’ fluttery in this one! 🤍🌸🤍

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February 4, 2025 at 10:28 PM
Knittergirl Preparedness:
Wrapped up in layers of 🧶woollygoodness today… rain, snow and icy rain in the forecast here in Upstate NY. Gunna face it in style!
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January 31, 2025 at 2:36 PM
my Rx for the depression which completely knocked me off my feet today… i reached for pink… 🧶
January 30, 2025 at 10:07 PM
this morning… a rare ‘selfie’ in my woolly goodness as i head out into Monday… 🧶
January 27, 2025 at 5:15 PM
all’s i can say is THANK GOD FOR FOOTBALL!!!!
a cartoon of charlie brown running in a field with the words are you ready for some football good football sunday
ALT: a cartoon of charlie brown running in a field with the words are you ready for some football good football sunday
media.tenor.com
January 27, 2025 at 2:34 AM
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Please pay attention to this case being argued in the 4th Circuit tomorrow. It could determine whether the GOP succeeds in stealing a NC Supreme Court seat by disenfranchising 60,000 voters.

Follow @democracydocket.com for full coverage of this critical case.
www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/...
4th Circuit To Weigh Whether NC Supreme Court Election Challenge Should Proceed in State or Federal Court
Read more here.
www.democracydocket.com
January 27, 2025 at 12:03 AM
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The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy. My advice, take the first step, start with something small and see what works for you.

Here are ten things all of us can do.
www.democracydocket.com/opinion/10-t...
Ten Things We Can All Do to Protect Democracy
From Marc | The most common question I receive is how everyday citizens can help in the fight for democracy.
www.democracydocket.com
January 26, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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If you need a wee break from 😰🤯😱 I put together a blog post with knitting patterns inspired by all the lovely knitwear in All Creatures Great and Small. That show has such great knitwear throughout and I found some great patterns matches for many of them. #knitting 🧶
cinemaknits.com/2025/01/25/k...
Knit the World of All Creatures Great and Small
I have been a fan of the Masterpiece show All Creatures Great and Small since the first season aired in 2020. The show is based on the wonderful books of real-like Yorkshire veterinarian James Alfr…
cinemaknits.com
January 25, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Today the Senate votes on Pete Hegseth’s nomination for Americas Defense Secretary

If u agree that he is unfit, weigh in with your Senator. Call Capitol Switchboard (202) 224-3121. An operator will connect you with your Senator’s office. Leave your message. Numbers count.
January 24, 2025 at 2:03 PM
a little garland in the works to brighten a friend’s day ✨

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January 23, 2025 at 3:08 PM
Today’s To Do List:

1. Renew Passport
January 23, 2025 at 1:10 PM
my assistant 🐱

Sir Norman Squishyface 🎩
January 23, 2025 at 2:06 AM
➰➰garlands➰➰

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January 22, 2025 at 9:16 PM
OUCH!!!!! 🥶🧊🧊🧊🧊
January 22, 2025 at 1:28 PM
today has brought news of my favorite client’s passing on 1/17 - truly the kindest human being - as well as a longtime friend who sadly left this life due to malpractice at a nursing home.

january - you’ve truly been a disaster so far!
January 21, 2025 at 7:40 PM
goal.
January 21, 2025 at 1:49 PM
stitches of extra-fine silk wrapped stainless steel… teacup and saucer oil painting in background by my SIL @lynnmasseyfineart.
#knitting
#oilpainting
January 20, 2025 at 10:09 PM