The Yarn

May 14, 2009 22:46


I have launched a new project, a real and virtual story blanket. Last month I began knitting squares for an afghan, made with leftover bits of yarn from finished projects. Eventually it will incorporate about 270 squares, each with a story attached to it. I have started a new blog, The Yarn, to chronicle the project, one square and story at a time ( Read more... )

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abendstille May 15 2009, 08:45:24 UTC
wonderful project, Van!

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vaneramos May 16 2009, 03:42:02 UTC
Thanks Mia. :-)

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leafshimmer May 15 2009, 14:30:45 UTC
Van, it's stunning! I look forward to catching up with the project at some point (just online for a smidgeon this a.m.).

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vaneramos May 16 2009, 03:46:10 UTC
Thank you. It will be a kind of pilgrimage in yarn!

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missprune May 15 2009, 15:05:42 UTC
what a fun idea! I probably do have a yarn story or two... I'll think about it.

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vaneramos May 16 2009, 03:46:50 UTC
The blanket would not be complete without and Elisabeth square.

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twillhead May 15 2009, 17:32:06 UTC
Wow what a great project! I am not a knitter, although I would love to learn someday before arthritis sets in. I may send some yarn to you to participate. Cool idea Van!

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vaneramos May 16 2009, 03:48:05 UTC
Bruce, I would love to receive some yarn and knit a square for you!

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artricia May 15 2009, 22:42:51 UTC
Great idea, Van. I'm sure I've got bits and baubles to send you, stashes here and there.

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vaneramos May 16 2009, 03:49:12 UTC
Oh good, your bits and baubles would be exciting!

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