Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Thanks for sharing this wisdom Mary – it’s much appreciated.

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The entire steek was only 5 stitches, which is what has me nervous about the possibility of too much fraying, even with machine stitching.? Once the front bands were knitted I think the amount of steek left was just about right but those raw ends weren’t pretty and were making me nervous.

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Of course, by the time I saw your post yesterday, I was about halfway done sewing the ribbon on the second side.? I did pre-wash, but I used whatever brand of ribbon it is that JoAnn’s carries because that’s what I had.? If I decide that I’m not happy with how the ribbons themselves are laying (they are not uniformly perfectly flat and I need to figure out if it’s something about the difference in density between stranded colorwork and regular single color stockinette), I’ll definitely invest in Petersham ribbon.? For one thing, it looks like one of the colors listed would be a better match than anything I saw in person.

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I’m using a lovely thin, but strong silk sewing thread for the ribbons and as long as I’m careful, it disappears right into the sewing, so I’m really pleased about that.? I am less pleased that Arielle dumped most of her smoothie on my spool of thread (lengthy story involving a substitute bus driver skipping a chunk of the route yesterday, which doesn’t excuse the smoothie fiasco) but I think that rinsing the whole spool and then discarding the outer layer may have saved the rest.

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of mary_007usa via Groups.Io
Sent: Monday, October 28, 2019 10:24 AM
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Subject: Re: [yarnmongers] Steeks and ribbons

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Melisande,

I'm late responding, as usual, but since you know your way around steeking, you shouldn't have any trouble with it.

Years ago, when I was about to cut my knitting for the first time, I experimented with wool sweaters from Goodwill.? I machine sewed and cut.? There was one that was worsted weight and another that was closer to fingering.? Both of the edges on all of the test steeks were very secure; gauge didn't matter.?

I wouldn't worry about turning under the raw edge.? If the steeked section is 8-10 stitches, you may want to run another link of? machine stitching closer to the edge of the fronts.? That would allow you to trim the edge even closer to reduce bulk, but that can really only be determined once you look at the results once the front bands are knitted.

Then I'm all for the ribbon.? My recommendation is to get genuine Petersham ribbom for the job and pre-shrink as recommended.? Petersham has a touch of give to it, unlike the grosgrain ribbon that can be found locally.? The result will be excellent if you work on a flat surface.? This really isn't a job to do in your lap b/c you want the knitted fabric as flat as possible.

Britex is a good source for Petersham:?

The Petersham also provides a nice stable base for machine buttonholes - another part of the construction that still gives me pause.

HTH,

Mary.

Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Sorry! Hit send too soon.

My first steeks were on worn out socks to make mug cozies out of the good parts. I got very adventurous and even sewed some into coasters and grafted others together into a headband I wear when I run outside.

I figured if I could master steering on superwash wool, I could do it on anything. Now, I’m mending my socks again ツ

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On Mon, Oct 28, 2019 at 11:44 AM Jaya <ermabom@...> wrote:

Good advice on the ribbon. Thanks! I had never heard of Petersham ribbon.

On Mon, Oct 28, 2019 at 10:23 AM mary_007usa via Groups.Io <sewgood5=[email protected]> wrote:
Melisande,

I'm late responding, as usual, but since you know your way around steeking, you shouldn't have any trouble with it.

Years ago, when I was about to cut my knitting for the first time, I experimented with wool sweaters from Goodwill.? I machine sewed and cut.? There was one that was worsted weight and another that was closer to fingering.? Both of the edges on all of the test steeks were very secure; gauge didn't matter.?

I wouldn't worry about turning under the raw edge.? If the steeked section is 8-10 stitches, you may want to run another link of? machine stitching closer to the edge of the fronts.? That would allow you to trim the edge even closer to reduce bulk, but that can really only be determined once you look at the results once the front bands are knitted.

Then I'm all for the ribbon.? My recommendation is to get genuine Petersham ribbom for the job and pre-shrink as recommended.? Petersham has a touch of give to it, unlike the grosgrain ribbon that can be found locally.? The result will be excellent if you work on a flat surface.? This really isn't a job to do in your lap b/c you want the knitted fabric as flat as possible.

Britex is a good source for Petersham:?

The Petersham also provides a nice stable base for machine buttonholes - another part of the construction that still gives me pause.

HTH,

Mary.
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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Good advice on the ribbon. Thanks! I had never heard of Petersham ribbon.

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On Mon, Oct 28, 2019 at 10:23 AM mary_007usa via Groups.Io <sewgood5=[email protected]> wrote:

Melisande,

I'm late responding, as usual, but since you know your way around steeking, you shouldn't have any trouble with it.

Years ago, when I was about to cut my knitting for the first time, I experimented with wool sweaters from Goodwill.? I machine sewed and cut.? There was one that was worsted weight and another that was closer to fingering.? Both of the edges on all of the test steeks were very secure; gauge didn't matter.?

I wouldn't worry about turning under the raw edge.? If the steeked section is 8-10 stitches, you may want to run another link of? machine stitching closer to the edge of the fronts.? That would allow you to trim the edge even closer to reduce bulk, but that can really only be determined once you look at the results once the front bands are knitted.

Then I'm all for the ribbon.? My recommendation is to get genuine Petersham ribbom for the job and pre-shrink as recommended.? Petersham has a touch of give to it, unlike the grosgrain ribbon that can be found locally.? The result will be excellent if you work on a flat surface.? This really isn't a job to do in your lap b/c you want the knitted fabric as flat as possible.

Britex is a good source for Petersham:?

The Petersham also provides a nice stable base for machine buttonholes - another part of the construction that still gives me pause.

HTH,

Mary.

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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Even if she no longer needs the advice, I am glad you gave it. I learned a lot!!

- Jacqueline?

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On Oct 28, 2019, at 9:23 AM, mary_007usa via Groups.Io <sewgood5@...> wrote:

Melisande,

I'm late responding, as usual, but since you know your way around steeking, you shouldn't have any trouble with it.

Years ago, when I was about to cut my knitting for the first time, I experimented with wool sweaters from Goodwill.? I machine sewed and cut.? There was one that was worsted weight and another that was closer to fingering.? Both of the edges on all of the test steeks were very secure; gauge didn't matter.?

I wouldn't worry about turning under the raw edge.? If the steeked section is 8-10 stitches, you may want to run another link of? machine stitching closer to the edge of the fronts.? That would allow you to trim the edge even closer to reduce bulk, but that can really only be determined once you look at the results once the front bands are knitted.

Then I'm all for the ribbon.? My recommendation is to get genuine Petersham ribbom for the job and pre-shrink as recommended.? Petersham has a touch of give to it, unlike the grosgrain ribbon that can be found locally.? The result will be excellent if you work on a flat surface.? This really isn't a job to do in your lap b/c you want the knitted fabric as flat as possible.

Britex is a good source for Petersham:?

The Petersham also provides a nice stable base for machine buttonholes - another part of the construction that still gives me pause.

HTH,

Mary.

Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Melisande,

I'm late responding, as usual, but since you know your way around steeking, you shouldn't have any trouble with it.

Years ago, when I was about to cut my knitting for the first time, I experimented with wool sweaters from Goodwill.? I machine sewed and cut.? There was one that was worsted weight and another that was closer to fingering.? Both of the edges on all of the test steeks were very secure; gauge didn't matter.?

I wouldn't worry about turning under the raw edge.? If the steeked section is 8-10 stitches, you may want to run another link of? machine stitching closer to the edge of the fronts.? That would allow you to trim the edge even closer to reduce bulk, but that can really only be determined once you look at the results once the front bands are knitted.

Then I'm all for the ribbon.? My recommendation is to get genuine Petersham ribbom for the job and pre-shrink as recommended.? Petersham has a touch of give to it, unlike the grosgrain ribbon that can be found locally.? The result will be excellent if you work on a flat surface.? This really isn't a job to do in your lap b/c you want the knitted fabric as flat as possible.

Britex is a good source for Petersham:?

The Petersham also provides a nice stable base for machine buttonholes - another part of the construction that still gives me pause.

HTH,

Mary.

Re: Steeks and ribbons

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I think that will work.?

If the sweater is gapping, I'd sew the ribbon down for its length I think.? You want to cut down stretch in that case. In the cases I used it, there was no gapping. It was just that I had heavy ceramic buttons and didn't want them pulling their weight on the knitted fabric.

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On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 8:36 PM Ann McManus <mcmanusab@...> wrote:

Be sure to preshrink the ribbon!
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Ann in PA
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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Jaya Srikrishnan
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2019 6:58 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [yarnmongers] Steeks and ribbons
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I have only steeked fine gauge sweaters. Are you concerned about the steek holding or about the raw edge being finished? If it is the latter, a couple of rows of stitching (back stitch by hand or machine stitch) will hold the cut edge from unraveling. If it is the latter, the grosgrain will work. You just have to be careful to measure the ribbon to the correct (finished length of the band) measurement and sew it in so the knitting isn’t stretched out or puckered.?
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I use grosgrain ribbon to back heavier buttons so that they don’t put the weight on the knitted fabric when pulled. That ribbon is only sewed down behind the buttons, not down the whole length, but I haven’t noticed any drooping or other issues.?
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On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 5:28 PM Melisande R. Wolf via Groups.Io <melisanderwolf=[email protected]> wrote:
I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.
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I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.
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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?
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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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Be sure to preshrink the ribbon!

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Ann in PA

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Jaya Srikrishnan
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2019 6:58 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [yarnmongers] Steeks and ribbons

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I have only steeked fine gauge sweaters. Are you concerned about the steek holding or about the raw edge being finished? If it is the latter, a couple of rows of stitching (back stitch by hand or machine stitch) will hold the cut edge from unraveling. If it is the latter, the grosgrain will work. You just have to be careful to measure the ribbon to the correct (finished length of the band) measurement and sew it in so the knitting isn’t stretched out or puckered.?

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I use grosgrain ribbon to back heavier buttons so that they don’t put the weight on the knitted fabric when pulled. That ribbon is only sewed down behind the buttons, not down the whole length, but I haven’t noticed any drooping or other issues.?

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On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 5:28 PM Melisande R. Wolf via Groups.Io <melisanderwolf=[email protected]> wrote:

I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.
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I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.
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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?
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Melisande

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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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I think I’m most concerned about the raw edge raveling, but I’m wondering if a combination of tacking inside the raw edge down by hand and the ribbon approach you mention might be better in case I want to wear the sweater open or partially open.?

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You did manage to answer my question about ribbon and heavy buttons.? I’ve got a lovely sweater with gorgeous Czech glass buttons that are heavy enough that they make the sweater look gappy even though it’s not and I’ve been intending to try ribbon on that one for some time.

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Melisande

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Jaya Srikrishnan
Sent: Thursday, October 24, 2019 6:58 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: [yarnmongers] Steeks and ribbons

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I have only steeked fine gauge sweaters. Are you concerned about the steek holding or about the raw edge being finished? If it is the latter, a couple of rows of stitching (back stitch by hand or machine stitch) will hold the cut edge from unraveling. If it is the latter, the grosgrain will work. You just have to be careful to measure the ribbon to the correct (finished length of the band) measurement and sew it in so the knitting isn’t stretched out or puckered.?

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I use grosgrain ribbon to back heavier buttons so that they don’t put the weight on the knitted fabric when pulled. That ribbon is only sewed down behind the buttons, not down the whole length, but I haven’t noticed any drooping or other issues.?

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On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 5:28 PM Melisande R. Wolf via Groups.Io <melisanderwolf=[email protected]> wrote:

I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.
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I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.
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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?
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Melisande

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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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I have only steeked fine gauge sweaters. Are you concerned about the steek holding or about the raw edge being finished? If it is the latter, a couple of rows of stitching (back stitch by hand or machine stitch) will hold the cut edge from unraveling. If it is the latter, the grosgrain will work. You just have to be careful to measure the ribbon to the correct (finished length of the band) measurement and sew it in so the knitting isn’t stretched out or puckered.?

I use grosgrain ribbon to back heavier buttons so that they don’t put the weight on the knitted fabric when pulled. That ribbon is only sewed down behind the buttons, not down the whole length, but I haven’t noticed any drooping or other issues.?

On Thu, Oct 24, 2019 at 5:28 PM Melisande R. Wolf via Groups.Io <melisanderwolf=[email protected]> wrote:

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I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.
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I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.
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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?
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Melisande

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Re: Steeks and ribbons

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My mom made this for me, which has a grosgrain ribbon band:

It was worsted?and I thought maintained good drape after the ribbon was added - until I lost it. (Sob!)?

She had someone else sew the ribbon, who did not do the greatest job. Even so, I loved it dearly.?

- Jacqueline?

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On Oct 24, 2019, at 4:28 PM, Melisande R. Wolf via Groups.Io <melisanderwolf@...> wrote:

I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.
?
I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.
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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?
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Melisande

Steeks and ribbons

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I’m currently picking up buttonbands for Dissent () a steeked cardigan in a worsted weight yarn (well, my yarn is somewhere between DK and worsted in grist, but it’s knit at 20 st/4”).? The pattern gives very detailed directions for securing and cutting the steek, which is probably really helpful for people who don’t have a lot of experience with steeks.

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I do, although it’s been a while, and I don’t think I’ve ever steeked anything heavier than sport yarn and those patterns tended to have more steek stitches than this one (hindsight and all that).? The pattern calls for the addition of grosgrain ribbon to secure the cut edges afterwards, which I can do, but I’m concerned about the stabilizing effect changing the elasticity and drape of the cardigan.

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Any advice or suggestions?? I don’t have enough fabric to turn under to secure the raw edge (and it would be thick) but I’m sure I could find a matching fingering or laceweight yarn and add an extra handsewn line of stitching to secure the cut edge down.?

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Melisande

FW: [Knitlist] Re: Non face book option?

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This just popped up on the KnitList Yahoo

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Groups.IO allows 1GB for Photos and Files and *those in the know* state that the transfer of Conversations/messages is not included in that 1GB.? The price doubled last night to $220 and evidently there is info on that on their page.? No doubt this onslaught has made for having to hire more people, overtime, etc.

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Sadly, true details were not obvious to all, and some who switched a bit ago (who didn't care for FB) saved a lot of the crush.??

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One would have thought they would have posted notice to all owners & mods, vs. having it on the homepage, as many don't even go there ever, or rarely.

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Re: Testing!

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Melisande,

This is an amazing story of persistence and ingenuity on all levels.? Thank you so much for sharing it.?

Mary.

Quick catch-up

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I gave up trying to reply to the old list after spending time composing lengthy updates with my thumbs only to have them disappear into the yahoo ether. Dealing with that was just another item on a long list of things I really should get around to doing but don't. I'm trying to make progress with that list, but it is slow. This week I finally got the collision place that replaced the entire back end of my car to properly glue down the kick pad on the bumper (I accidentally backed into our garage on one of those Monday mornings way back in June). I've been driving around for months with this stupid piece of rubber threatening to fall off, but the effort of dealing with it seemed overwhelming.

In a nutshell....school-aged children. Finley is 13 and Eulalia is almost 9, and they consume far more of my time and energy than at any time previously. And what gaps remain are soon sucked up by work. But both those things are good. I'm knitting, spinning, embroidering and sewing at intervals, still running - not much has changed really. It is just going by at a ridiculously fast pace. Does it ever slow down?

-Shannon

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Hi everyone.

Just back from Wool Week in Shetland, and returned to a mountain of work that is overwhelming me.

The job in Alice Springs is still interesting, and always shall be, but the management is changing. We have had an internal restructure, and while the results have not been confirmed, it was very obvious during consultation that 2 bullies were going to have the management divied between them. I shall have either a megalomanic or a psychopathic micromanager. I have started applying for new positions. Was not granted an interview at Kew Gardens, London (I think based on lack of work visa), but have been invited to apply for job at Corvallis, Oregon.

Shall keep you all in the loop with changes.

More when I get some of my massive identification load down

Lubbs

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Re: Testing!

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Sounds like a wonderful trip.

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I’m here too, buried in an amazing number of things, but thought I’d share this link that I came upon today in case others might find the story interesting.?

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Amy Brotslaw Schweiger
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 4:55 PM
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It was pretty fabulous! I'd go back again in a heartbeat. Would like to spend time on Skye and the rest of the country, too - this was 2 days in Edinburgh and the rest in Shetland.

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Yes, daughter has no problem being across the country from us - and because of the trip I've seen her for 3 days in the last six months. Looking forward to a nearly weeklong visit at Thanksgiving!

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Amy,? A dream trip to Shetland!? I know you guys had a blast.? So happy about your daughter at Smith.? You must have raised her just right b/c she's across the country and thriving.

Mary.

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Goodness!? I’m glad that she’s OK now.

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Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 4:55 PM
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I’m here but confused! What was woolfumes?
Sorry if I’m out of loop, have had granddaughter #1 staying & she ended up in hospital, diabetes pump failed. All good now, but I’m very tired.?

Beryl

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It was pretty fabulous! I'd go back again in a heartbeat. Would like to spend time on Skye and the rest of the country, too - this was 2 days in Edinburgh and the rest in Shetland.

Yes, daughter has no problem being across the country from us - and because of the trip I've seen her for 3 days in the last six months. Looking forward to a nearly weeklong visit at Thanksgiving!

Amy

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Amy,? A dream trip to Shetland!? I know you guys had a blast.? So happy about your daughter at Smith.? You must have raised her just right b/c she's across the country and thriving.

Mary.

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I’m here but confused! What was woolfumes?
Sorry if I’m out of loop, have had granddaughter #1 staying & she ended up in hospital, diabetes pump failed. All good now, but I’m very tired.?

Beryl

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Oh my! ?What an amazing trip it must be. ?Can’t wait to hear all about it!

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On Oct 22, 2019, at 3:38 PM, Carol Orlofsky <ocarolbarr@...> wrote:

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I’m here! Currently on Isle of Skye. I went to Shilasdair Yarn today. Yum. ?

Carol, usually in Maine.?

On Tue, Oct 22, 2019 at 8:06 PM Texknitter via Groups.Io <texknitter=[email protected]> wrote:

I'm here too. I've been enjoying the grandmother thing in between remodeling projects. After the hell that was our kitchen contractor, we are doing things ourselves on the weekends. Laundry room finished, and powder room demo and tiling done.

Patricia in Austin

On Tuesday, October 22, 2019, 12:58:46 PM CDT, PATTERSON, ELISABETH <ep506y@...> wrote:

Jumping up and down in NJ….

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Ann McManus
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 1:13 PM
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Waving back!

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Ann in PA

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From: [email protected] <[email protected]> On Behalf Of Amy Brotslaw Schweiger
Sent: Tuesday, October 22, 2019 12:06 PM
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Subject: Re: [yarnmongers] Testing!

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Hi! (Waving).?

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How is everyone? Here’s my quick answer: We’re coming out of 3 weeks of holidays,

looking forward to normal days again. I went on a fabulous adventure with Janine and company to Shetland in August. Looking at retiring in a year so I can weave more - husband retired six months ago. Daughter couldn’t be happier at Smith. And constantly worried about our democracy.?

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On Oct 22, 2019, at 8:51 AM, Laura Need <lrneed@...> wrote:

Me too

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On Oct 22, 2019, at 11:13 AM, mary_007usa via Groups.Io <sewgood5@...> wrote:

?Hey, hey, I'm here.? Thanks so much, Jaya.

Mary.