Whale Watching

 We’re here and having a great time.

Dad’s tucked in and I’m writing quickly before going to bed. Today has been long. We had breakfast and then started on our journey. We found a Starbucks so that I could get my mug. Then onto Bay Bulls to go whale watching. We were early so we continued south for sightseeing.

The views were amazing.

We had two humpback whales putting on a show for us.

I’m extremely lucky to have gone whale watching in Victoria in May and now in St. John’s. The two extremes of our country.

Then we saw Puffins. More on those tomorrow.

We had so much fun that we bought tickets and did the next whale watching tour. I didn’t take any pictures - I just took it all in. The staff was laughing at us. I don’t think anyone has done that before. I’ll talk more about the company tomorrow because they were amazing and I would highly recommend them. 

Dad is exhausted (no nap today) but I think he enjoyed the day. I’ll take it a bit easier on him tomorrow.

Now I need to lay down and sleep. It’s 10pm here and feels like 2 in the morning.

Lynn’s new sweater

Meet North Row (pattern purchased on Ravelry).

She knit the sweater in Kathmandu DK. I brought in one colour for her to try and she loved it. We’ve added 2 more colours and more will be coming as fall approaches.

Lynn knit the second size and used 5 skeins.

Queensland's Light Weight Kathmandu DK 100 yarn is a luxurious blend crafted with the utmost care and attention to detail. Produced in Italy, this yarn combines the finest 19.5 micron extrafine merino wool from South America, Mulberry silk from China, and Mongolian cashmere, ensuring exceptional softness and quality. Each 100-gram skein of Kathmandu DK 100 yarn contains 295 yards of luxurious goodness, offering ample yardage for your light weight projects. With its mulesing-free production and adherence to the strictest ethical guidelines, this yarn guarantees not only superior quality but also a clear conscience. Indulge in the unparalleled luxury and craftsmanship of Queensland's Kathmandu DK 100 yarn, where every stitch reflects the excellence of its fine fibers and ethical sourcing. Elevate your knitting experience with this light weight yarn and create pieces that exude elegance and sophistication.

 

85% Merino Wool

10% Silk

5% Cashmere

22 stitches = 4” on 4mm needles

100grams

270m

I wanted to write yesterday but it was a busy day. Laundry. Packing. Winding yarn…..

I think we’re ready to go. We fly out of Hamilton at 1:20 and arrive in St. John’s just after 6pm. Then pick up the car and get to the hotel. I’m not sure there will be time to blog tonight.

One of a Kind Nightshift Kits in Dream State

I was on a mission today and put together kits for Andrea Mowry’s Nightshift (pattern purchased on Ravelry) using Spincycle Dream State.

These kits are One of a Kind. If you are interested in a sold out kit let me know and I will try and put together something close.

I have knit many Nightshift kits in Dream State and they are all beautiful.

Nightshift Photos © Andrea Mowry

As I was writing my post I kept coming up with more combinations. 

I spent time with the skeins putting them in the best order for the shawl. The actual skeins are marked A-F (A is the far left on the picture). You can use the colours in whatever order you want - this is just a suggestion.

I wasn’t lying when I said I couldn’t stop.

The saddle is finished on my Antipodes. Not great pictures but it’s hard to photograph. Once I get the back stitches picked up I will be able to show you better.

Dad has been bugging Beth for days to cut the grass. It’s been so hot that Beth has said no but tonight they’re doing the backyard. Beth will have to wrestle the lawn mower away from dad and get him to rest. He is going to be exhausted when he’s done but it’s great exercise.

Now it’s time to pick up stitches.

Simple Top Down Tee

Lynn is modeling our Simple Top Down Tee (pattern free on Ravelry).

The sweater is knit with Estelle 50 Cotton Lux. We have great colours in stock.

I’m busy writing posts today. My other job is to find a project to take with me. I’m not taking Antipodes because there is way too much counting and measuring. I’m enjoying it so far but you do need to pay attention.

I was going through old blog posts and found a great picture of baby Boscoe. 

Our Happy Camp Sweater on a model

Lynn did some modeling today.

Here is our Happy Camp Sweater (pattern purchased on Ravelry)

Yarns

Starke 6 - 2404 x 3

Arroyo

Hollyhock x 1

Natural x 1

Our sample is the 3rd size.

There was more but I’m saving the other pictures for tomorrow. This way I know I have something to write about. I also need to write a few posts for while I’m away. Just in case dad and I are too busy to sit down for 1/2 hour to write.