Fingerless Mitts are OffTN!

This weekend I finished up the Fingerless Mitts. They fit perfectly and are my color! (Ravelry Link)



I'm onto a cowl pattern now. After casting on 201 stitches last night, I am working on the first few rows tonight. And, just finished a MASSIVE shop update. BFL, Bamboo blend, and lots of other yarns. Here's a preview:


Enjoy!

WIP report

Just checking in to show you my WIP. I'm making the Basic Fingerless Mitts (linky takes you to the Ravelry page). These are a nice, easy, and quick knit. I'm using NH Knitting Mama yarn as it is part of the NHKM knit/crochet along. Feel free to join us! There is opportunity to win prizes. Let me know if you're interested, or check out the group on Ravelry.

Here is a pic for those folks that are not on Ravelry.


Plans for the weekend? We're going to the coast to see a friend that is a vendor at a craft show, then exploring the wilds of Portsmouth, NH. Sunday we're taking a day at home to relax and do some last chores before winter sets in.

What are you up to?

How many days?

44. As of right now, November 11th, there are 44 days until Chrismas. Now, I know not everyone celebrates the same holiday as I do, but for me, 44 days is not a lot of time to get going on any gift-knitting that I want to do.

What have I been knitting? I just cast on a pair of fingerless mitts - for myself. Since I am self-employed, and at home during the day now, I am trying not to turn up the heat everytime I feel a little chilly. Sure, I look silly in my hat, scarf, and soon fingerless mitts, but in New England you do all you can not to turn that heat up because it is so much darn money.

Another good thing about the fingerless mitts? They are my knit/crochet along project. Check out the details on the NHKM group on Ravelry if you're interested.

How about a little Merino/Cashmere/Nylon blend to satisfy your urge for eye candy? There is some loaded in the shop. This is already proving to be a good seller so grab it while you can!


Some new aran weight, too...


Or, maybe you'd enjoy these new bobbles?


I'm off to have a cuppa and do some knitting. Next shop update will be this Sunday at 9:00pm ET, but there may be a few sneakups over the next few days.

One last note, don't forget to remember the special veterans in your life today.

Success and Prizes

Greetings from NHKM HQ, where we are having a quiet morning of pajamas, coffee, and relaxation time after a busy and successful first show on Saturday. Many of you know that I participated in the bi-annual "STUD - Shop 'Til U Drop" show in Bedford, NH. This is for NH small businesses to showcase their wares and give people the opportunity to get some of their holiday shopping done in a fun environment. There is also a show in May for Mother's Day weekend, and I was invited back already, which is a good thing! SO - PICS! Yes, you want pics.

Here is my booth ~ yes, I have a big goofy grin ~ I was excited! :


One of my visitors was wearing socks made with my yarn:


There were many family, friends, and new customers that came by the booth, and it was fantastic to talk to people and have a great time!

I talked about success... now the prizes! Who wants prizes? Raise those hands so I can see them! Michelle of InsanKnitty fame started a knit/crochet along on the NH Knitting Mama group on Ravelry. The link brings you to the details, but your participation gives you a chance to win some yarn (and I may have to throw in some other goodies, too!). Please join us! We start tomorrow, and it ends on 12/31/09, but you only need to knit one thing out of NHKM yarn to get an entry! And there is already a coupon code so you can get a discount if you need to buy some yarn... so there is nothing to lose! There has already been lots of good chats in the group, too.

So, Knitters and Crocheters, there will be a BIG shop update on Wednesday night. Holiday ornaments, cashmere blend, blue-faced leicester, more bamboo blend, and a some merino lace. Also have a new pattern to put up for some fingerless mitts.

Have a great week!

Happy November!

What better way to celebrate than FREE U.S. shipping now through Wednesday night at 11:59pm?

Enjoy!

Lots of News

WHEW! (wipes brow)...

The last few months have been awesome. Things are falling into place here at Knitting Mama HQ, so there are things to tell you about.

Last night I was able to launch the new NH Knitting Mama online store. I've been able to expand my product line to be more than yarn, so be sure to surf around. And, this weekend I'm offering 10% off your order in celebration of the new site! Put in coupon code WEEKEND10 at checkout to get the discount.

For folks that are in the area and looking for things to do, I'll have a booth at my first show next weekend. Saturday, November 7th from 9-5, join me at STUD (Shop 'Til U Drop) at Bedford High School in Bedford, NH. There will be over 50 vendors with everything from yarn to gourmet cookies to jewelry. I was able to meet some of the vendors already, and let me tell you, products at this show will be high quality for holiday gift giving!

Now that the site is up and running, I'm looking forward to getting back into the groove with my personal knitting. I can't believe the holidays are right around the corner. And, here in New England snow is on the way. I can feel it.

Hours In A Day

Lately it seems like the common topic of conversations I have had with people is how there is not enough hours in a day. I agree. It seems the more you want to do something, the more hours it adds to the project.

So what have I been doing the last month or so? All the things that go into a growing business. November will prove to be a fantastic month! The full NH Knitting Mama website will launch at the beginning of the month. I'm also going to be doing a show!

Mark your calendars. Saturday, November 7th, I'll be at "STUD" - Shop 'Til U Drop - which is a great event to get done holiday shopping, as well as treating yourself. The event will be held at Bedford High School in Bedford, NH, from 9-5. Free babysitting services and refreshments are included, and there are over 40 local vendors to choose from. I'll have LOTS of yarn, patterns, crafting supplies, and other unique goodies to choose from - lots of which will not be on the website - so stop by! I'd love to see you!

I also want to invite you to join me over on the fan pages on Facebook and Ravelry, as well as Twitter.

I'm off to squeeze in some more work in these precious hours I have in front of me. Happy Weekend!