Weeks of being sick does no good for one’s blogging or knitting projects (amongst other things!). I’m slowly on the mend and bought myself a new toy—a Nikon D600 DSLR. It’s been decades since I really photographed in earnest but … Continue reading →

When it comes to knitting needles, I’ve been loyal to my KnitPicks Options Interchangeables. But now I’ve discovered my new needle love—ChiaoGoo’s Twist Interchangeable Complete Set. Just from the size of the case and contents, ChiaoGoo Twist’s compactness makes it … Continue reading →

NORTHWEST PORTLAND My first foray into NW Portland was on NW 23rd Ave. This was, I was assured, where we should go to people watch and window shop. Since my main focus was on yarn stores, I was a bit … Continue reading →

SOUTHEAST PORTLAND I didn’t get a chance to spend much time exploring the SE neighborhood because I was too busy at two of its yarn stores: Happy Knits and Yarnia. Happy Knits looked quite unassuming from the outside. I’m not … Continue reading →

SOUTHWEST PORTLAND Every trip to Portland should include Powell’s. The sheer size and breadth of offerings (literary and otherwise) in this one store (though housed in several buildings) is just amazing. It makes me happy to know this bookstore exists … Continue reading →

Who knew Portland, Oregon (or PDX as it was referred to everywhere) was a mecca for knitters (and crafters in general)? Aside from a vague idea of what Portland was like (hipster, eco-centric beer & coffee country), I knew nothing … Continue reading →

“Don’t buy a hat!” I tell my hubby. “I can knit you one up in a day!” “You sure?” he responds. “It’s just $15—is it worth your time?” I roll my eyes…”It’ll take me less than a day,” I reply. … Continue reading →