If you've been reading my blog for a while, you know that I like to change up the template from time to time. Here's the latest. I purchased the custom banner from Etsy Seller the Banner Queen for a very reasonable price. She was absolutely awesome to work with, asked for lots of feedback from me, and was willing to revise until we had the end product. I love it, and in particular love that Buttons and Frisbee are now featured more predominantly on the blog.
I'm plugging away on Mr. Greenjeans. Since I frogged back on the body (see last post) I've now completed said body and am MUCH happier with it. I'm now knitting on the first sleeve. Was hoping I'd finish sleeve #1 today, but that's not going to happen. I've spent FAR too much time on the computer this weekend, working with the Banner Queen on the banner (my contribution being rather minimal compared to her great work) and then fixing up the template to match the banner. I've also been shopping Etsy lots this weekend. Since Mr. Greenjeans calls for only one button, I thought it would be nice to have a truly spectacular button, so I trolled Etsy in search of said button. Here's what I found:
I can't wait for it to arrive, and am hoping that it will be timed well for when I finish the sweater. It is slightly larger than what the pattern calls for (by 1/4 inch) but I think it will be fine. I'll post seller information once I have received the button.
I start my new job on Monday. My last day in my old job was a little bitter sweet after working so long in one department, and receiving wonderful feedback from colleagues around the province. I'm looking forward to the new challenges ahead though, but do admit to having some nervousness about the whole thing.
Okay, gotta get off this computer, find something for dinner, then back to Mr. Greenjeans.
Gorgeous, gorgeous banner!!!
Posted by: Uli | Saturday, January 05, 2008 at 08:13 PM
Love that button! It is very nice and will stand out!
Nice new look on the blog too :)
Posted by: Lisa | Saturday, January 05, 2008 at 09:20 PM
I love the new look. Great choice on that banner.
Posted by: Raven | Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 11:47 AM
WOW! Great banner and terrific button....
etsy is AMAZING as always!
Blessings for the new job, I'm sure once you get into the
*routine* you will be just fine!
Happy New Year!
Posted by: greta | Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 11:49 AM
Love the button! What Etsy seller did it come from? Your new banner is great as well!
Posted by: Robin | Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 07:29 PM
A fresh start for the New Year! Love the chocolate and pink theme. It matches Buttons and Frisbee.
Great button find, looking forward to seeing the finished sweater.
I hope you bought yourself a new outfit for your first day....
Have a wonderful day tomorrow.
Posted by: Paula | Sunday, January 06, 2008 at 08:26 PM
Cute banner, and I adore the button. Very cool.
Posted by: Vera | Monday, January 07, 2008 at 11:47 AM
Love your new look! So understated and classy. And the button you selected is fabulous. Best of luck with your new job! I'll send positive thoughts your way :)
Posted by: Felicia | Monday, January 07, 2008 at 12:38 PM
Lovely button! Good luck with the new job. Change can be scary, but can also be good. (Or so folks keep telling me, as I move and look for a job...)
Posted by: Andrea (noricum) | Tuesday, January 08, 2008 at 09:33 AM
Lovely button. The banner is beautimous. I just finished the first sleeve on my cotton 3/4 sleeve Mr. Greenjeanas with lace instead of cables.
Posted by: Paula | Tuesday, January 08, 2008 at 03:19 PM
Love the new look! :)
Posted by: Dame Wendy | Thursday, January 10, 2008 at 10:13 AM
I don't know where to look or to ask...I'm looking for Summer 2007 Interweave Magazine--just a pattern for a lace shaw for beginners. I went to the local yarn shop and she was no help at all. Do you have a suggestion or a connection that I could get a copy? Thanks, Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer | Sunday, January 13, 2008 at 04:15 PM