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Comment on A Conversation with Marion Roach Smith by brianknits

brianknits — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 22:54:41 +0000

Eliza, I don’t think you are a bad student. Of course each writer has their own unique approach to generating ideas and getting finished product to market. I think Marion’s point is that if time is limited (which we know it often is), it is better to sit down and write with focused intent to put together a 750-word essay that can contribute to a larger work, versus writing about ice cream or blueberries. As long as the approach you use works for you and helps you get to finished literary work – I say, “Go for it!”

Comment on A Conversation with Marion Roach Smith by Eliza

Eliza — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:46:34 +0000

I do two writing prompt exercises a week – am I a bad student?! I think every writer is free to do what he/she wants to, so if a prompt is a good way to get started, then I think that’s the way to go. But it’s good to hear the opinion of a published memoir-writer. Thanks for sharing!

Comment on My Foray into Fair Isle by A Conversation with Marion Roach Smith « Brian Knits!

A Conversation with Marion Roach Smith « Brian Knits! — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 11:36:32 +0000

[...] to ask me about my latest projects and recalled a recent blog post of mine in which I wrote about My Foray into Fair Isle. ”That’s the beauty of knitting,” she said, “What a [...]

Comment on Yarn Store Visit: Purl SoHo, New York City by brianknits

brianknits — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 10:52:01 +0000

Hi, Karin – I am not the store operator; I was only just a visitor. However, here is a link to their website that includes their address and contact information – have a great time!

http://www.purlsoho.com/purl/about

Comment on Yarn Store Visit: Purl SoHo, New York City by Karin Kienle

Karin Kienle — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 00:04:05 +0000

I was wondering if you could give me your phone number/hours and days open. I am planning to possibly visit with a friend in February. Thank you Karin

Comment on My Foray into Fair Isle by brianknits

brianknits — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 02:46:57 +0000

Thanks so much, Andrea! Do you do a lot of Fair Isle work? Any favorite patterns or projects you can suggest? It’s definitely upped my knitting game – thanks for your comment and for visiting my blog.
- BrianKnits

Comment on My Foray into Fair Isle by Andrea Brush

Andrea Brush — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 16:08:23 +0000

Hi Brian,
Welcome to the wonderful world of fair isle. Your description of the basic technique is perfect and your posted projects are beautiful.

Comment on What 2011 Taught Me by bernadettedavis

bernadettedavis — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:59:58 +0000

I don’t know much about knitting socks …
Your sanctity of marriage comments are meaningful and I wish we could focus on that. Give everyone the rights, then go home and take care of your own marriage.
Happy new year to you … hopefully we’ll make more progress this year.

Comment on What 2011 Taught Me by Brenda Hanley

Brenda Hanley — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 01:39:08 +0000

Brian, thank you do much for writing your thoughts. I knew you in high school and you were a wonderful creative writer back then. It is no surprise to me that you are able to complete your Masters. Don’t give up!
Brenda

Comment on What 2011 Taught Me by Josh

Josh — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 00:50:25 +0000

I have very little interest in knitting, Mr. B., but I do love reading or listening to anyone who talks passionately and eloquently about their craft. Well said and well done!