Tag Archives: Peloton

Goodbye 2014!

2014 is just about over, and to help me get my mind cleared & ready for 2015, I am reviewing what this year’s been all about. The biggest thing we did was move. In May we moved from a rental … Continue reading

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Rhinebeck 2014

I’ve been going to Rhinebeck for 5 years now. At some point in that time, my goals have changed from it being a yarn and fiber acquisition trip to mostly visiting with people. Don’t get me wrong, I still spend … Continue reading

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Tour de Fleece

Despite being at home for the Tour de France this year, I didn’t go too crazy with the spinning for the Tour de Fleece. I didn’t officially participate on a team and I just didn’t have time to follow the … Continue reading

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Spam, spam, spam

I felt like I was in an awkward position today. Canada has brought in some new anti-spam laws with hefty penalties. Although my mailing list was created as an opt-in list with confirmations required to sign up, I felt compelled … Continue reading

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Variations on a theme

First, I have to show you this postcard that my Aunt Viv sent me from England: One more week to go until the Tour de France! Yes, they’re getting all excited over there about the start of the tour being … Continue reading

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Peloton: TdF KAL, 2014

Last week I showed you the prizes for my 5th annual Tour de France Knit Along (TdF KAL). Today I’m here to share the pattern. It’s called Peloton: This semi-circular shawl is inspired by the riders of the Tour de … Continue reading

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