Twisp of Fate

I did well at the county fair –  two Grand Champion ribbons, one for my Mosaic Edge Cardigan sweater, and the other for one of the plaited twill scarves I finished recently:

I know these awards are supposed to be based on the merits, not in comparison to other entries, but the fact was that there seemed to be a lot fewer entries this year in all the fiberarts fields.  It was disappointing, just because it is nice to see what other people have done.  In particular, I noticed there were a lot fewer quilts this year than last year.

I am weaving away on more scarves, plus a few rugs.  I came into the house from the studio yesterday afternoon, just as it was starting to rain and thunder.  The next thing I knew there was a complete deluge, like someone was pouring ice water over the house.  I say ice water, because there was a lot of hail mixed in.  I can’t remember ever experiencing such a heavy, sustained downpour.  Teasel was so freaked out she came downstairs and was slinking around with piteous meow’s, trying to hide…  Sheesh!