I got to meet an awesome tattooer and person this past Sunday – Noodles. Alisha Rice introduced me to him via their tattooing relationship and mega cat enthusiast agendas. Since Noodles works in a super successful and busy shop outside the city I didn’t expect to see him until my future appointment around Thanksgiving Day. However, he had a last minute opportunity to work at Chicago Tattooing Company and I figured if anything I’d pop in to say hello. Well it worked out he had time and I was stoked on some “Rollo-esque” flash he had done a while back so I chose a skull Dopesmoker.
Well, it’s done. It only took total 10-11 hours which is not that bad considering it was my first real Fair Isle project. I’m really pleased that I did NOT try this as the glove. I think it would have turned into a AMF knitting project (angry mofo), if I had tried DPNs with my first time Fair Isle. Anyways, there’s a few mistakes – it happens. I really dig this as a pillow and will be doing more pillow/tapestry designs in the future. I will however go a step further and knit in the round next time. All my mistakes were on the purl side (WS) so being able to see the knit side the entire time would aid in banishing those little flubs.
Finished pillow front being ‘blocked’ it’s acrylic so it’s not like that did anything.added some ‘french knots’ to cover up a missed black perrie. oops.i really like the split in the goat.finished pillow. pug mildly impressed.shhh mom, just shut your mouth.new sweater blaster – embroidered ‘B” for the baby boris.one half of hall and oates. this is what i do on saturday nights people.
….of the week…. get your head out of the gutter! Geesh! 😉
So the start of this week was WILD. But a fun wild, not an unplanned for wild. I ended up getting my new and awesome jacket in from Black Salt. If you haven’t looked at their store/site yet, please do they are awesome. You will want many shoes/accessories/clothes.
Then I finished all the Halloween cards from Sunday. Just when I thought I got rid of all the glitter under my nails…. Look forward to that when you open them lovely friends and family. MWAHAHAHAHAHA.
Work has been super busy as we have department training. I have broken up my day by taking shameless selfies – you know how I roll.
Then last night I got to see Orange Goblin again. I saw them back in 2011 or maybe it was 2012 I can’t remember, I’ve been ‘metal – posing’ for so long now I can’t remember. I went alone and HAD A BLAST. Which is great because I have a few more concerts (Red Fang/Pentagram/Queens of the Stone Age/The Kills) to attend solo this fall/winter. Anyways- Orange Goblin are awesome guys in an even more awesome band. Here are some pictures from the show and if you’d like have a listen to the video below. They are doomy-metaly and from the UK (sigh).
Orange Goblin
This video is great – just make it through the intro. Be a metal poser and power through till the music starts.
The Princess of Hearts!
Today’s October Challenge is to pick the Top 5 blog posts I’ve written. This was hard, because everything I write is so amazing – like Nobel Peace Price worthy…. I digress, it wasn’t that hard, I knew which ones I’d feature immediately and I know most of you guys have loved them too based on your feedback and my site stats. Maybe they are new to some of you new peeps, but have a look!
First Best Video post: YOB
Then…..
In no particular order:
1. Crafter Blood – A basic explaination of when I was infected with the crafting virus.
2. Tattoo Life – Where my tattoos have given me the life I live.
3. Thesis Process Deconstructed – If you’re a new reader you may not know the struggles, the DRAMA, and the saga of me getting my Master’s in Economics. Here’s the condensed version – short and sweet.
4. A Tale of 2 Brothers – Obviously the Ugly Tribe has grown with the addition of Boris. I wrote this silly story in the few days leading up to getting him. Two…nevermore.
5. The Power of Positivity – Despite GFK’s reputation in Boyz Town as being a miserable person – I’m actually a SUPER positive person. I discovered how positive thinking can re-charge your life and make you a person that you’re proud of. Plus you’ll get to read about my couple crush on my Cousin Matt and his beautiful wife Oli!
Honorable Mention:
Sphynx Cat Q&A – wait you have a naked pussy? Let’s all just take a collective moment to do a major *EYEROLL* and read the Q & A’s about Sphynx Cats.
I have so much fun writing this blog – I hope you guys love reading it. Are there any topics you’d like me to explore here in Chicago? Ultimate hotdog stand tasting? Perhaps tattoo shops here in the city? Or WAIT! What about best wig shop?
It’s Friday! Yay! That means crafting and fun events are upon us! Here’s a look at my Friday in pictures and music videos. Confirmation of my Thai Bamboo Stick Tattoo in November in Bangkok The Chicago River/Buildings on my weekly walk to Bloomingdales. Bloomingdale’s Bathroom Selfie. You know you love it. Shoes at Nordstrom that I DID NOT buy. 😦 Tears. Boris learned how to get on the fridge – there is no sacred space in my home now.
Bought tickets for Pentagram a few days ago, but I’m really stoked.
I also got a ticket to see Orange Goblin… They are awesome live. My hearing has probably recovered since the last show I went to in 2011.
*it’s a long video but, skip around – they are great.
HAPPY FRIDAY! May your weekend be blessed with crafts/puppies/kittens/metal/love!
Get a certain or favorite lyric/s from your favorite song, and tell us how it inspires or describes you. Singing to Vladimir – He was not having it.
This prompt is so difficult for me. I tend to relate to music differently depending on personal feelings/situations at any given moment – because I’m human and that’s how we work. That being said there is no way I can pick one small lyric or phrase. Therefore here are my most listened to crutch songs if you will. These songs define me, inspire me, and make me feel like in all the chaos and uncertainty in this world, we as humans share similar experiences and feelings.
Queens of the Stone Age – Make It Wit Chu
This song is just the epitome of attraction and all things fabulous in new loves/experiences.
Katy Perry – Part of Me
Never ever give anyone the ‘power’ to change who you are. Your true self is more important than any other person on the planet.
Talking Heads – This Must Be the Place
Their best song in my opinion. The tempo the lyrics and the mood just make sense for so many moments in my life.
Finally –
Dethklok – Go Forth and Die
Because I will always feel like a poser in any genre and I have a sense of humor. I’d like to think I’m a skeleton part of an army of doom dressed in my scholar robes too. Plus DETHKLOK ROCKS.
A total non-sensical combo, but that pretty much sums up the combination of interests/scholarly pursuits/animals/friends/family/fun that makes up my personality and inspires me to grow each day.
Yikes – this Fall (all week of it) has really flown by. Â I have to say I’m starting to freak out about the status of my thesis. Â I mean writing it is not too bad, but all the coordinating and administrative work is just over the top. Â It seems that every other day the admin (bless her heart) sends me another form that is due in a few days and I spend the next few days scrambling to fill it out and coordinate with everyone on my committee (which still is not finished) AHHHHHHHHHHHH.
Despite being a nervous anxious wreck at the thought of having to postpone graduation even farther (till March 2013), I did get to bug out to San Francisco last week for almost the whole week! Â It was great there – got to meet up with some amazing friends and meet a lot of new spectacular people. Â Not to mention I got to see one of my favorite doom metal bands- YOB. Â If you’re a normal follower you’ll remember I saw them in Baltimore, but seeing them for a third time this year was amazing. Â I also saw a great band Acid King, that I listen to on my IPhone but had never seen live. Â Well worth the wait for them too – the lead singer sold me my shirt and overall it was an amazing concert.
Albeit I did hash into some Chicago move money for this trip, but it was worth it – I needed a break from reality and time with some good friends. I didn’t take too many photos in SF because my phone was almost always dying or I didn’t want it to get stolen by acting all touristy – so here are the few pics I took there.
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haight street wizard. i love.
Acid King Shirt I bought. more wizard….
Acid King Rocked.
YOB of course rocked as usual.
Yob just rocks and the guys in that band are great. Â I got to talk to Mike a bit before the show and he really is as good as it gets in terms of musicians.
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