tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post5438417684246826527..comments2023-08-01T06:51:38.292-07:00Comments on More friends and a blog: Ideas pleaseHeatherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01343988569221606506noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-71985254308606761562008-03-20T05:21:00.000-07:002008-03-20T05:21:00.000-07:00I love the other posters suggestions and would add...I love the other posters suggestions and would add the "Ribbed for Her Pleasure" scarf from the Stitch 'n Bitch book. It's just K2 P2 rib with size ten needles (plastic is safe for the flight) with bulky yarn as long as you wish to knit it. Or a straight up scarf double stranded worsted and some eyelash? Again, just mindless knitting.Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08083567468631756688noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-84630830772233197202008-02-20T15:31:00.000-08:002008-02-20T15:31:00.000-08:00Have you thought about learning to tat?The shuttle...Have you thought about learning to tat?<BR/>The shuttle is small, and the yarn is fine.<BR/>I'm not sure why I am suggesting this, but it would be something new and hopefully not too frustrating.<BR/>I can't remember what I did when flying out to Edmonton from Heathrow a couple of years ago, but I certainly couldn't take any knitting with me.<BR/>I may have had a plastic crochet hook with some mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15394151626833055415noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-21489587798850029552008-02-11T16:13:00.000-08:002008-02-11T16:13:00.000-08:00I would suggest several small projects to diminish...I would suggest several small projects to diminish the chance of boredom. Socks would be nice since they don't require large needles and a nice pattern can be easily memorized. <BR/><BR/>You might consider dishcloths, potholders, scarves, or slippers as alternatives. There are several easy but lovely patterns at http://www.jimsyldesign.com/dishbout/kpatterns/knitting.htmlNoble Retrievershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13239439903934883907noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-56293315533911804452008-02-06T20:43:00.000-08:002008-02-06T20:43:00.000-08:00You could also just bring mechanical pencils w/o t...You could also just bring mechanical pencils w/o the lead in them and use them. They work great. Hmm...perhaps you could just make up an interesting scarf as you go?thoughtfulknitterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09644463326990165103noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-10844049091120872882008-02-06T19:53:00.000-08:002008-02-06T19:53:00.000-08:00This is a great time to learn how to knit two sock...This is a great time to learn how to knit two socks at once using the Magic Loop method on one circular needle... that shouldn't alarm TSA, no needles to drop and you just need to keep the two balls of yarn separate.<BR/><BR/>Where are you going in England? DH and I were there last year... quite expensive, but exhilerating. Visited Loop in England... small but excellent yarn.Fran Rickenbachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16867291739642789272noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-61361216567664455252008-02-06T11:23:00.000-08:002008-02-06T11:23:00.000-08:00When flying to mexico, no one could guarantee my k...When flying to mexico, no one could guarantee my knitting would not be taken away from me (and not returned) so I opted for crocheting. However, I did have one wooden dpn knitting needle that stowed away in my knitting bag, hiding with all the crochet hooks and didn't get caught.Andreahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07592576885721685076noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-64166301878770924722008-02-06T10:30:00.000-08:002008-02-06T10:30:00.000-08:00I just flew on a short flight, and opted to take c...I just flew on a short flight, and opted to take crochet instead, as it seemed that there was less risk of having a crochet hook taken away.<BR/><BR/>However, I had thought to bring my "Fidget" scarf - the repeat is easy to remember, but fun enough to keep me occupied. The pattern is: http://www.onesheephill.com/fidget.html<BR/><BR/>Another similar scarflet that I intend to try is called "knitmommahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06186191043907653161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-7271926672806375132008-02-06T05:03:00.000-08:002008-02-06T05:03:00.000-08:00Something compact: socks, scarf, hat, cowl. On la...Something compact: socks, scarf, hat, cowl. On last trip, I found the airplane lighting poor so would suggest a light colored, easy to knit yarn. Flew from San Francisco to New Zealand and after checking with three people, I was able to take knitting on plane. On the return flight, I had to check the knitting. Someone suggested, taking a stamped self addressed envelope to mail needles and yarnAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-12874644813804569082008-02-06T04:32:00.000-08:002008-02-06T04:32:00.000-08:00Because there is limited room in the airplane seat...Because there is limited room in the airplane seats, I'd suggest something small or at least narrow as well as easy to put away. And I'd suggest two different projects so boredom doesn't figure in. Socks would be good if you want to take smaller needles.<BR/><BR/>Home made needles generally are a size ten or so although you can get smaller dowels. You can use pencils to knit with, just coat LizzieK8https://www.blogger.com/profile/17418678210403829598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-43967616904724152622008-02-06T03:43:00.000-08:002008-02-06T03:43:00.000-08:00Hello, Nicola.I saw your post on the Knit List. E...Hello, Nicola.<BR/>I saw your post on the Knit List. England and airplanes make me think of knitting a shawl. One on my personal "queue" is the Flower Petal Shawl found here:<BR/>http://www.elann.com/productdisp.asp?NAME=elann%2Ecom+Camila&Season=&Company=&Cat=100%25+Natural+Fibre&ProductType=5&OrderBy=&Count=4<BR/><BR/>It uses Camilla, a DK weight cotton/linen blend. The pattern looks easy Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-19441672069947210432008-02-06T03:21:00.000-08:002008-02-06T03:21:00.000-08:00I would suggest mitten, gloves, dishcloths, small ...I would suggest mitten, gloves, dishcloths, small toys, baby size afghan all of the above could be made using bamboo needles. Get one of the thread cutter necklaces and no scissors required.<BR/><BR/>Linda WillardAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-22493356312000171582008-02-06T03:03:00.000-08:002008-02-06T03:03:00.000-08:00How about using the time for some charity knitting...How about using the time for some charity knitting, such as chemo caps, or mittens for needy children?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-86895313250692635812008-02-06T02:38:00.000-08:002008-02-06T02:38:00.000-08:00How about knitting a set of fancy face cloths and ...How about knitting a set of fancy face cloths and guest towels out of some soft cotton yarn for your host/hostess?<BR/><BR/>Elizabeth sheeptosweater@att.netAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-63106641973091358172008-02-06T01:50:00.000-08:002008-02-06T01:50:00.000-08:00Hi there!I love these:http://www.coats.de/PDF/reg_...Hi there!<BR/>I love these:<BR/>http://www.coats.de/PDF/reg_zehenfusslingENG.pdf<BR/>You an use small wooden needles, and can't stab anyone with them :-)<BR/>Love Vigdis from Norway!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-13775514800307802932008-02-06T00:40:00.000-08:002008-02-06T00:40:00.000-08:00Knit a pair of socks using some bamboo yarn. Ther...Knit a pair of socks using some bamboo yarn. There is some lovely non sheep yarns out there now for socks.<BR/>Or you could knit up a shawl using a one pattern row on the knit side and a purl row on the purl side. There are some lovely one row patterns out there.<BR/>Of course you would have to use wood or bamboo needles for eitherPennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14148532587299104327noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-82051567480038167362008-02-05T18:14:00.000-08:002008-02-05T18:14:00.000-08:00I travelled on British Airways to London from Toro...I travelled on British Airways to London from Toronto last year and they took my knitting needles away from me! There seem to be different rules for different airlines .... if I were you I'd contact your airline direct and specifically ask the question about knitting needles. <BR/><BR/>Have a wonderful trip.Doodlebug Gailhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00069198547550521156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-52208275749823212492008-02-05T16:06:00.000-08:002008-02-05T16:06:00.000-08:00Oh Nicola, I love anticipating a trip -- how excit...Oh Nicola, I love anticipating a trip -- how exciting! Two knitting ideas from me. Both are smallish with a memorize-able pattern. And the most important bit -- both are truly lovely! Here goes:<BR/>--Razor Shell Neckwarmer<BR/>http://ebonyelite.blogspot.com/2007/12/razor-shell-neckwarmer.html<BR/>(lots more good pics: http://knittingiris.typepad.com/knitting_iris/2008/01/razor-shell-nec.html<BR/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-254427035918080874.post-75402836607613922612008-02-05T11:20:00.000-08:002008-02-05T11:20:00.000-08:00How about this Multidirectional Diagonal ScarfHow about this <A HREF="http://douma.net/Karen/knitting/Accessory-Scarves/Multidirectional_Diagonal_Scarf.htm" REL="nofollow">Multidirectional Diagonal Scarf</A>Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06910804966573164335noreply@blogger.com