Tag Archives: fail

Frustration

Posted on May 31, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Generally, the yarn and I are one with each other. We can compromise between what I want it to become, and what it wants to become. But I’ve spun hundreds, probably thousands of yards of beaded yarn, and I can’t seem … Continue reading →

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Retroactive post: Dye Fail

Posted on February 1, 2012 by cliffhousealpacas

Have you ever tried to dye? Without going into any mental health discussions, I can tell you I’ve tried to dye once. It did not go so well. I think it’s because you need at least a minor in chemistry to … Continue reading →

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A few of my least favorite things

Posted on October 27, 2011 by cliffhousealpacas

The sigh my bike tire makes as it goes flat, people who step on the heels of my shoes, and having to go down three flights of stairs to take the dog out are a few of my least favorite … Continue reading →

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Annnnd…fail

Posted on September 22, 2011 by cliffhousealpacas

I finished the spinning project I’ve been working on. Unfortunately, it was supposed to be black and brown yarn with BROWN beads. Now I have 250 yards of the wrong yarn, and no more Brittany or Tulip fiber to work with. … Continue reading →

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Wet felting + Me = Fail

Posted on July 21, 2011 by cliffhousealpacas

I’m not trying to toot my own horn here, but sometimes people say things to me like, “Wow, you are a natural at X” or “I can’t believe you’ve only done Y for such a short time”.  And I am … Continue reading →

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