I took an entire 24 hours to myself with no work (okay, maybe I had to respond to a handful of work texts/emails) knitting or computer work. I SPUN! I carded these batts last spring, I have over 2 lbs to spin. This is the first almost full bobbin. TONS more to spin, but long draw makes the extra fine weight spin more quickly than I expected. And of course, after the house went quiet I got on the computer and worked for 3 hours. But, that means more work knitting time + ME time the rest if the week. Stepping away from work is always a struggle for me. But, I'll do my best to do it when I need to. ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ravelry #ictknitters #knittingclass #knittinginstructor #spinnersofinstagram #spinning #batts @spinolution #spinolution #queenbee (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsH8JACFYMB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1btrt2xnk1lzh

Wedding shawl commission knitting this morning before heading to the studio to work there this afternoon. No set hours at the studio until next week when we have a few more bits of furniture over there. Oh, and a coffee pot. Oh, oh, and the smart TV for watching fibery vlogs, YouTube, tutorials, and classes online. I'm really so excited!! (@dlcspinster hurry up and get that knee moving so we can play in our space together!!) ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #wichitafiberstudio #firebrunetteknitsstudio #makersgonnamake #fiberarts #fiberartist #commissionspaymybills #dropsdesigns @dropsdesign #dropsyarns (at Wichita, Kansas) https://www.instagram.com/p/BuwV2nwF-hz/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=m6xjn9mp8703

New Years Eve knitting work! Prepping for the Sinister Catdigan class coming up at Picket Fence. Class dates: Monday afternoons 1-3pm, 1/21, 2/18, 3/18, 4/15 There is knitting prep before class, so if you are interested please register NOW and I will get you set. 316.558.8899 or stop in to Picket Fence Quilt Co to register. Also, if you are not on my email list head over to my profile for the link to keep updated with classes and iCT DeSTaSH SaLe updates. #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ravelry #ictknitters #knittingclass #utterlyunsinisterdogdigan #sinistercatdigan (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsDsif7lwEO/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1v3btd2p940sl

I have frogged and re-knit the upper body below the arm/body separation over + over (at least 4 times) trying to deal with tension issues. This is what happens when you put a project away for months at a time between 6 row knitting sessions. I'm now going all the way back to the underarms and starting with a new ball of yarn. I wish I was a monogamous knitter at times like this. ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ravelry #ictknitters #knittingclass #sipila #boylandknitworks #jaggerspun #araucania (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrxtTLnFWrZ/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1f6kp1m1i51pj

Last custom Christmas stocking 🧦 I'm very happy I'm taking a break from Christmas stocking orders. They are some of the most stressful commissions, but I am happy to bring joy to families that have generations of stockings that need to be added to. ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ravelry #ictknitters #wichitaknitters #designersofinstagram #commissionspaymybills #christmasstocking (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqaTPd3FyLg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=w9ou4uxsqsth

I got home from a fabulous day at Stitch + Shop to a box of fun, NEW knitting needles. I'll share one at a time as I give them a test drive with new yarns that are available at @picketfencequiltco. First up, Prym Ergonomic, triangle double point needles. I will admit, I like them and it surprised me! They have a comfortable fit in my hands, the bulbous ends knit and purl precisely without splitting or missing the yarn. They have a grab, as you should expect with plastic/resin needles, but there is nothing keeping my work from sliding effortlessly. I started with a size 8 and light worsted weight yarn to knit up a few prayer squares for @bridgetscradles and they were quick! So, I moved to socks using some of the new West Yorkshire Spinners sock yarn we got in at Picket Fence. The ribbing is knitting up smooth and even. I'm pretty impressed with them. Let me know if you'd be interested in more information on sized +ordering. ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ravelry #ictknitters #wichitaknitters #westyorkshirespinners #wys #sockknittersofig (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoDT900HuBG/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=v7ddyc7fi7jb

TOMORROW!! That's right, the sale starts tomorrow, 9am! Grab your shopping bags and head over early! Sept 7th & 8th, 9am-6pm Join us for the weekend sale and stock up your stash with great discounted yarns, fiber, tools, notions, needles, and much more! Link in profile ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #ictknitters #wichitaknitters #ictdestashsale #destah (at Wichita, Kansas) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnZavSLnXst/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=175zj8n3baayz

I am loving this Tweed! Hayfield Bonus Aran Tweed, 400g giant skein; 920 yards, enough to knit a sweater for the Beginning Sweater class @picketfencequiltco Stop in to register and pick your color! ... #knittersofinstagram #knitstagram #firebrunetteknits #wichita #madeinict #madeinwichita #strikke #strikking #ictknitters #wichitaknitters #knittinginstructor #knittingclass #picketfencequiltcompany #hayfieldbonusarantweed #yarn (at Firebrunette Knits) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnP_RoiHdwS/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ccjyel9b6as6