Knitting Class

I finally dug my way out of Philadelphia! I spent the whole weekend catching up on errands and sleep.
Monday was the French market bag class at Knit Happens it was a success. The class had sold out and had a waiting list of 5.
Everyone showed up and seemed to have a great time I know I did! I think we are going to have another class next month due to the popularity.

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Burrrr Snow and lots of It

Well I am in Philadelphia and there is a lot of snow on its way. We got almost a half a foot last night. Who knows if we will be going out today. They are saying, 18 more inches this afternoon.
Yesterday I met a delightful woman, Maria in the last 10 min of the flight. I wish I had met her earlier. She was knitting a beautiful scarf with Berrocco luster. I could have talked with her the whole flight she was from LA and had some great recommendations for that part of the country!
I went walking in the snow last night and took the picture of Independence Hall(the site where the Declaration of Independence was signed) It was magical!
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San Francisco ...... Open your golden gates.........

The great thing about exploring a city is finding its hidden treasures! San Francisco has many and I just keep finding more and more.
Today my buddies and I were off to Dotties True Blue for Breakfast/Brunch(just off the corner of Jones St and Geary St). Dotties has been touted as one of the best breakfast restaurants in the country (per usa today). It is very small and there is a usually a line. We got in pretty quick. It is defiantly worth the wait.




After Dotties it was off to find Urban Knitting. (http://www.urbanknitting.com/)






I have had a ton of recomendations to check out urban knitting from friends on Ravelry. It is located in a area called Hayes Valley. Hayes Valley is one of those hidden treasures I was mentioning earlier. They have passed an ordinance in the district to ban chains from coming in. It is a great way to support small local business. Urban Knitting is one of the crown Jewels of the neighborhood( from a knitters point of view). The store is big and airy and has a very urban loft feel. Loaded with beautiful yarn. Check out the wall of Malibrigo. The best part of Urban Knitting is the owner Helen. She is a no nonsense wonderful vibrant woman who's style and taste are reflected in her beautiful shop. The samples and patterns in the shop are sure to inspire( they did me.....) My only regret was that I didn't have time to sit and knit... Oh but I plan on returning. While in the area make sure you have time to shop Fell St and Hayes St. Urban Knitting is back to back with an other highly recommended spot The Blue Bottle coffee stand. I also really enjoyed Polanco A Gallery of Mexican Arts (http://www.polancogallery.com/)
The owners Aldo and John are warm and inviting with a beautiful selection of mexican art.
Give yourself some time when coming to the Hayes Valley area you will want to spend some time!
I want to think the men who knit and bay area knitters groups on ravelry who were so generous in there recommendations.
Stayed tuned I have more trips to San Francisco in February ..... More treaures to uncover.....
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Philadelphia to San Francisco

Last night I finally broke my dry spell. I was beginning to wonder where all the knitters had gone? Well I was blessed by Phylis. ( I may have sacred her a little with my exuberance.... Its been awhile) not only was she knitting a beautiful pair of socks. She showed me a pair of half gloves she made with New Zealand possum. It was so soft and a good color don't you think? Not only is she a knitter, but that beautiful scarf around her neck she wove! (Cashmere and silk) that's not all she raises sheep and spins. ( Now do you see why I was so excited)
Thanks Phylis I need that!
Well now I am out the door. To explore San Francisco ...... Stay tuned
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A day in Philadelphia

We arrived in Philadelphia last night. My friend Troy,Tom and I went out to a great dinner and a not so great movie. I have been kind of excited about this months Philly overnights. We have been moved back to our old downtown hotel for the month. It is located in the historic district. I get to explore old haunts and new ones. So back to dinner we ate at the marathon grill. I would give it a b. However, happy hour prices on appetizers put it firmly at an A. The movie we saw was Dr Parnissiums imaginarium. It was Heath Ledger last movie. And should have been shelved it was too long and pointless. Just my opinion.
This morning I got out walking and remembering how much glorious history this town has to offer. It just happened to be Wednesday. Free concert day at Holy Trinity Cathedral. We saw a Duet Flutist and harpsichordist.
Good knitting for an hour. Then off to the Continental for lunch. One of my favorite places ( 17th and Chestnut refer to Philly posts for review)
Now it is off to San Francisco for more adventures( I got to work some time)
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