Ann is an amazing teacher, and her patterns are outstanding! It was two days of fun and knowledge gathering. I won't say I'm an expert now, so don't ask me for advice. See that lady down in the left-hand corner? That's Cathy, she's the expert. Ask her. (Just kidding Cathy! Sorry, no link, 'cuz she'll kill me, really, she's like that. Hee!)
As you can see Ann needed a few tips on proper lace blocking so the big pic in the middle is me showing her how to do it right. And, also, I am a ham. But you knew that, right?
What was interesting is that these ladies in these pictures can be the LOUDEST, funnest (word?), hilarious women I know. But, in this class there was a lot of thinking going on, and a whole lotta quiet.
I've found that I have a slight problem. I can't knit lace. But, that's ok!
Now, if you want to knit some of Ann's patterns go to Knitspot - her stuff is great! She's got sweaters, shawls, wraps, and all kinds of scarves, mittens and hats. Love it all. Now, I just gotta practice my lace! Check it all out HERE
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For family and friends who are curious: My back is doing GREAT! I do NOT want to do the shot now (this week) because I only have twinges now and again. But, I've been warned that it's just gone to sleep a bit, and it will come back AGAIN with a vengeance... Ah yes, being almost 43 has it's advantages.
That's it for tonight folks.
Talk to you soon!

Great pics. So glad you could join us.
Posted by: Judy P | January 25, 2010 at 09:45 PM
Wonderful photos! Thanks for posting.
Posted by: Judy P | January 25, 2010 at 10:11 PM
Looks like you all had a great time. I see Christie and Judy, fun ladies. I hope your back improves. Maybe the shot will give your body an advantage over time. Good luck.
Posted by: Karen | January 25, 2010 at 11:51 PM
Yes, you can knit lace!!! And I know someone who dyes the most gorgeous yarn to knit lace with...you know that lady at Red Rocks Fiber Works? Anne's patterns are the best for beginners!!!
Posted by: Maria | January 26, 2010 at 08:02 AM
Love the photos. I took my camera and forgot to take photos. Duh!!! Too busy learning how to knit lace. Hope your back gets better.........
Posted by: Cheryl | January 26, 2010 at 08:27 AM
I know! I almost did the same thing!!!! Those were all taken at the very end!
Mary-Kay Tilden
www.RedRocksFiberWorks.com
www.mamascrapalota.typepad.com
Posted by: mamascrapalota | January 26, 2010 at 09:01 AM
Thanks Karen, we did have a great time, but my brain was so done when it was all over!
Mary-Kay Tilden
www.RedRocksFiberWorks.com
www.mamascrapalota.typepad.com
Posted by: mamascrapalota | January 26, 2010 at 09:02 AM
I'm so jealous! I wish I could have joined the fun :) I just bought a sweater pattern by Anne, too! I'm glad your back has been feeling better. Sorry you still have to deal with the shot, etc.
Posted by: Terrie | January 26, 2010 at 09:49 AM
Looks like a fun time. You sure I can't ask you a lace question?
Posted by: Laurie (Moo!) | January 31, 2010 at 05:22 PM
Ha, love the pic of you both! :)
Looks like it was a fun event.
Posted by: Sam | February 04, 2010 at 06:20 AM