WIP Wednesday

I haven't had much to share lately as I have been working on a project which isn't yet complete but I can give you just a taster.  I have also been working on a ten stitch which is on its last round.  I'm not keen on the middle so plan some knitted applique to dull down the green.

I'm also sharing the lovely yarn that my friend Joan gave me as a gift last week, I am yet to decide what to knit with it.  But it will be something for me. The blue I think will become a cowl or a scarf. So many possibilities. Any suggestions welcome.

I'm currently reading this book, slightly odd but I'm getting there!!

USA to the UK - a friend visits

This past week we have enjoyed the company of Joan aka Marmepurl (Knit One, Raised 4).  You may remember last May we paid a visit to her lovely home in Virginia and she has kindly graced us with a return visit.

We have had a great time and its been fun showing her around our next of the woods.  We spent time visiting Burwash Manor, Ely, Madingley American Cemetery, Cambridge for the colleges and punting, the Gransden Show and even managed a good walk and some knitting, and of course lots of talking.

Burwash

Ely

adding to the prayer net in Ely Cathedral

The new visitor's centre at the Madingley American Cemetery is well worth a visit.  Very thought provoking, photos from the Cemetery's page

Cambridge

Country life at the Gransden Show - all the family came too

this is the only photo of me and Joan!

Our five days together went so fast and we managed to pack in plenty considering the jet-lag. The weather was very kind.  

On behalf of my family I would like to thank Joan for her lovely gifts; they were all greatly received, and I will be sharing the yarny goodness that she spoiled me with in a future post.

Until the next time.....