Harlem Knitter-que
I have finally got a chance to sit down and post some NYC photos. I had an absolutely fabulous time at the Knitter-que in St. Nicholas Park, Harlem, and I remembered to take photos too. Everyone was working on a project or two that covered a diversity of techniques.
Sherrin was working on a crochet commission in Jamaican flag colours: a giant Jamaican granny square afghan.
Iris knitted, frogged and knitted again Pomotomus magic-loop style. Actually there was a lot of magic-loop happening that day, including my own toe-up sock project.
Chante one of our hosts, was spinning merino sock yarn. When I spotted the spinning wheel in the park I immediatly knew that I had arrived at the right BBQ.
Dr. Donna was knitting away at her own pattern for a cotton head scarf
Yvonne was crocheting a hobo bag. Accessories of all kinds have become popular traveling projects.
Marva was knitting a green bag. Marva was accompanied by her young industriously knitting granddaughter who was proof that the next generation can carry the knitting torch.
The cutest project had to be Tawana's Koigu baby socks. Not only cute but also obviously happy-making.
Kim is my new magic-loop hero knitting simultaneously two socks that rock.
Shameka shared her source for British knitting magazines while knitting a snuggle sweater. Shameka also makes the most soul satisfying rice and peas I have ever had (sorry Mom, but it is true). I definitely took some home with me. Shameka I need the recipe. Please! Please! Please!
Our other host Sahara is knitting her own lace pattern shawl in two colors. She makes it all look so easy but I am sure it is not. She is just amazing.
More later on yarn and books bought in NYC.
posted by Scheherazaad @ 9/01/2007 09:43:00 p.m.
4 Comments:
i loved going through these photos. all of the women are beautiful and you can tell that knitting is their happy place.
I had so much fun that day. It was such a pleasure to meet everyone, see their different projects, and hear their wonderful stories. I was amazed that you came all the way from Canada, and was honored that you chose to spend your time with us. It was so relaxing and de-stressing. I wish we could have one every weekend.
You gals looked like you had so much fun and what exciting projects. I have yet to try magic loop.
Marva said
Great pictures it was great meeting you and hope you visit again. Thanks for the post. When I went to Rhinebeck, I met a real nice couple for Canada. Thanks for sharing your pic. of our little informal group, with our neighbor's in Canada.
Hey! Sistah's Knit Too.
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