What did I do this summer??

No, I didn't fall off the ends of the earth, but it seems like it from my absence of posting!  It now Back to School here in Central Pennsylvania and of course thoughts turn towards the cooler weather to come.  I've been shopping and planning for Holidays already, but for now, let's take a look at the summer almost past:

As a child, it was a regular first assignment on the return to school to write or make a presentation on 'What I Did This Summer". 

1. Created some new classes that are offered through my local yarn shop Stitch Your Art Out and Smuckers' Farms of Lancaster, Washington DC Store



My own "Swirly Scarf", which I can't wait to wear this winter (I made a cotton version for a dear friend living in Florida, where it it never cold enough for this wool-silk blend)



The wonderful Clara Parkes "Scaruffle" in silk-mohair.  Perfect for holiday gift giving.




An adaptation of the Noni "Bedouin Bag", to encourage students to experiment with sizes (and don't be afraid of math!!), colors, and embellishments



2. Took some course work to learn more about the 'entrelac' technique, which looks woven.



3. Continued to create in one of my favorite yarns, silk-mohair blend.  This is a square scarf with a contrast edging that has a very slight ruffly effect.  



4. I had to join in the color-work craze and made the ever popular 'Pendulum' by Amy Miller.  I was captivated by the working the colors such that the colors ebb and flow across the knitting canvas.





5. Continued to sell aprons and fiber arts items at Tait's Farms Harvest Shop and Smuckers' Farms, Washington DC



6. Planted a new garden and did quite a few long overdue home repair projects.







Of course there are other highlights such as a lovely family wedding and family reunion party, visits from family and friends, and enjoying the summer festivals and local venues.