interesting pattern that makes a square

I had a pattern to make a baby bib, which I did; it’s basically half of what you see here, except it has ties. For this I CO 49 sts, knitted 1 row and then knitted 19 sts, carried 1 stitch from left needle to right needle, put right needle through 2 sts as if to knit, then passed carried over stitch over those 2 sts. This makes a double decrease (DD). Then knit the remaining 19 sts. Knit next row back. Proceed in this way; next, knit 18 sts, do the DD and knit remaining 18 sts and knit the row back.

It ends up making a square. You can use whatever size knitting needle you wish.

 

Cacti, cactuses, cactus

Cacti is the Latin plural of cactus, and some writers use it in English. Cactuses is the English plural. Dictionaries list both, and neither is right or wrong. Also, like many names of plants, the uninflected cactus is sometimes treated as plural.

fun making these – I wonder if they will be liked by customers at craft sales – time will tell.

nosewarmers

another idea for craft shows = = = nose warmers = = =

will have to try making one or 2 or 100.

cactus knitting

how to knit a cactus

 or crochet one

the knitting dolly

I learned about this today when it was on some knitting instructions. I will need to get one at our local Hobby Lobby !

natural cure for cancer

who doesn’t want a natural cure for cancer for themselves or one they know. here is one

Today I was at the post office with a long line – people can be friendly and/or humorous. The lady in front of me was friendly – actually no one had an obvious bad attitude. A man walked in and was quietly whistling like a bird and also Christmas songs. He chatted with the woman behind me and in front of him. He called the post master a Burgemeister – he said, “Das ist der Bürgermeister, mayor.”
I learned the word, Bürgermeister, recently in my Duolingo. I didn’t turn around and try to talk to him auf Deutsch, but I kept my ears open in case he said anything else in German.

My husband came in the P.O. and said they were going across the street to QT and I said ok. The lady behind me said, “Do you think he’ll have time?” I said, maybe so and maybe not, vielleicht. Then the man said something in German. Eventually I mailed my 2 pkgs and went on my way – just excited that I can understand a bit of German after working on it through Duolingo for 29 days now !

I think these are hats #26 and #27

and #28

 

another project to knit

Here you will find a knitting pattern for reusable menstrual pads. I’ve finished my 40 years of using them about 10 years ago, but perhaps incontinence will be an issue at some point, so I’ll be prepared. After getting disposable underwear for dear m-i-l, I refuse to pay out that kind of money for such a thing.

God is good.

teddy bear pattern

I have the idea of making my niece a knitted teddy bear for their soon to be born son in July.

I found blog which has a really nice and hopefully easy little bear to knit. 🙂 <a href=http://www.sweethappylife.com/2012/diy-projects/diy-lavender-heart-knitted-bear/>the blog</a>

Today we went to a lake and sat and read or knitted or ate. Was relaxing and nice.

sourdough muffin recipes

Great recipes http://www.culturesforhealth.com/sourdough-muffin-recipes

These sourdough muffins are barely sweetened with honey and have just a bit of tang from a long-fermentation period. They are the perfect accompaniment to a supper or lunch of soup or stew; or great as a not-too-sweet muffin breakfast treat.

Feel free to mix in whatever you like: raisins, nuts, seeds, or even chocolate chips.

 

SOURDOUGH SPELT MUFFINS

Ingredients:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sourdough starter
• 1 cup kefir, buttermilk, or milk
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/4 cup melted butter, coconut oil, or lard
• 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup dried fruit or nuts (optional)

 

Instructions:

1. 7 to 12 hours before you wish to bake the muffins combine the flour, starter, and milk until just combined. Cover and leave in a warm place to ferment for 7 to 12 hours.

2. Once fermentation period is up pre-heat oven to 425°F. Combine honey, salt, beaten eggs, and melted fat in a medium bowl. Beat until combined. Sprinkle baking soda and baking powder evenly over fermented dough.

3. Begin to mix in leavening agents while pouring in 1/3 of liquid mixture and dried fruit or nuts, if using. Repeat with other 2/3 of mixture, beating well to combine. The dough may be a bit stretchier than you are used to with a quick bread dough because of the fermentation process.

4. Once all ingredients are mixed in thoroughly, divide batter amongst 12 to 16 muffin cups, depending on the size of the cups. Bake in preheated 425°F oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.

5. Serve with butter, honey, or jam.

Made a beanie but it’s kinda weird

18th of March

Today is the 18th of March. To read about chai: http://judaism.about.com/od/judaismbasics/g/chai.htm

Today is a good day for new beginnings. My large cherry tomatoes are popping up. I have a new box for my knitting (see it also on the previous post). I am starting the countdown to our son’s wedding in June. I hope to be down at least 15 lbs. by then.

Also need to get back to dear Fly Lady.

Today I need to Shine My Sink. before picture:

after picture – kitchen sink shines 🙂

recipe for tonight:

BROWN RICE & LENTIL CASSEROLE (adapted from food.com)

3 c. broth (veggie)

3/4 c. lentils

1/2 c. rice

3/4 c. chopped onion

1 tsp. Italian seasoning

1/4 tsp. garlic powder.

Preheat to 300 degrees. Mix all together and put in 11″X7″ pan. Cover and bake 1 hour and 10 minutes. Remove cover and bake 20 minutes more. Sprinkle with Parmeson.

finished product – although I added brussel sprouts, and some diced tomatoes and used no Parmeson.