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October 1, tomorrow, begins the newest tournament in Nerd Wars. For the months of October, November and December I will be making projects that fit the theme of my team where we will earn points against other teams such as the Dr. Who lovin' Team Tardis, the Star Trek lovin' Team Enterprise, the Braaaains Team who love zombies, the Firefly/Serenity lovin' team called Browncoats, and...well, you get the idea. We will make projects that fit our team themes in categories such as charity, science, nerd culture, intellectual, technical and team spirit. Apparently we can also be very creative as to how our projects fit these categories while maintaining the theme of the team. What do I get out of it? Nothing more than having a bunch of fun with people who share my enjoyment of, well this time, vampire books and movies while making various fiber arts projects.
So, as I reach in to find my inner nerd (which apparently isn't a deep search) I will be sharing with you the fun of Team Bite Me. Wait! This sounds like fun? Well, hop on over to Ravelry and check out Nerd Wars. You might be inspired to knit cool projects like the R2D2 Beanie.In the meantime, as I impatiently wait for my first Nerd Wars challenge, I am still busy working on my weaving, spinning and knitting. Sock one is done of Shelter and I am already a couple of inches into the ribbing of Sock two.
New yarns are in the works. Right now one ply of my Alpaca and one ply of gorgeous Merino hand dyed by CJ Kopek are ready to be plyed and I'm still plugging away on my weaving. I get a few inches done a night. 
Spin, knit, weave is how I spend my unwind time each night. Now...share your adventures in fiber arts.
Fiber Arts Friday Blog Carnival!
To participate:
- Submit your blog article using your current blog address NOT your complete blog i.e. you would submit
http://wonderwhyalpacafarm.blogspot.com/2010/02/e-i-e-i-doh.html
NOT
http://wonderwhyalpacafarm.blogspot.com
Link back to Fiber Arts Friday from your post so that your readers can come and see everyone else’s projects! Text link to WISDOM BEGINS IN WONDER!
- Visit as many of the other participants as possible and leave comments! That’s what helps us all connect!
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I love the whole idea of nerd wars - I've not joined because I have a bad habit of not wanting to work on something when I feel I have to, or if there is a deadline ;) I'll be interested to see your projects though!
ReplyDeleteAndrea your weaving project is amazing! Love the color and sparkle. The Nerd Wars sounds like a load of fun. Makes me think about how much I enjoyed the Dish Rag Tag the couple of years I participated. Good luck on your projects. Your sock looks great. I'm always impressed by your color combinations. Have a great weekend!
ReplyDeleteI may have to check out the Nerd Wars, I did a Tardis Kindle Cover for my Daughter for here birthday. I may link that post also this week.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cool, sounds like so much fun, but I would have to be teambrowncoat!
ReplyDeleteLovely bobbins! Congratz on the sock.
ReplyDeleteI'll check out Nerd Wars.
Nerd Wars sounds like fun! Will have to check it out.
ReplyDeleteLovely looking yarn, sock and weaving! :)
I'm on Team Hellmouth. It's loads of fun. See you there.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun, colorful sock!! Have fun with Nerd Wars!!
ReplyDeleteOh, you are just trying to suck me into weaving, aren't you! OK, what is your recommendation for a first time table top loom? I understand warps and wefts, but have never set up a loom myself.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous looking fiber as always, good luck with the nerd wars, I'll be rootin for ya!
ReplyDeleteLookin' good! I resisted Nerd Wars this time around b/c I'm going crazy with other obligations, but I may seriously have to check it out after the New Year!!! :)
ReplyDeleteAhhh, finally an explaination of Nerd Wars I can understand. ;-)
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like fun but I have to agree with Pinkundine. I prefer not to knit under a schedule.
I am looking forward to what you come up with over the next few months. :-)
Ok, while I'm not quite a Nerd Wars gal, I love, love, love the new ravatar! And speaking of love, those three top spindles are gorgeous! I can't wait to see that plied. Seriously.
ReplyDeleteBTW, I wrote my post first this am before coming here - funny how we like to unwind with yarn at night. :)
Hi!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful color of yarn for your sock. This weaving is awesome. Have a great day!
Sherrie
Food for Thought
http://100sweets.blogspot.com/2011/09/fibers-on-friday_30.html
Nerd Wars sounds like fun!! I should tell my sister, she loves making Tardis and Firefly themed crochet projects. I am a needle felter myself, but would love to try weaving, looks like fun :) ~April
ReplyDeleteI swear you are trying to trick/tempt me into weaving aren't you!!!
ReplyDeleteYour projects look lovely. Nerd wars sounds like a lot of fun, but I think I will have to join in the next round, once the A-Z socks are done
ReplyDeleteI've always wondered about what Nerd War was all about. Can't wait to see what you make for the challenges!
ReplyDeleteMy New Zealand friend is a great sewer, thought I would share her little dolls, she dyes the wool felt herself, cheers Marie
ReplyDeleteHow have I managed to miss Nerd Wars?!? That is full of awesome. I can't wait to see what you end up making.
ReplyDeleteAlso, thanks for the link to the R2D2 beanie. I know exactly what hat my R2 loving 5 year old will be wearing this winter...
Love your spinning and weaving. Still having loom envy.
ReplyDeleteLooks like we'll be seeing some interesting projects in your Nerd War. Have fun!
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Your spinning and weaving projects are beautiful, as always. I love the color of the weaving!
ReplyDeleteNerd Wars should be a lot of fun. I have been playing in the Harry Potter Knit & Crochet House Cup for a couple of years -- I just love the challenges.
You always display the most beautiful yarn colors! I feel so drab in comparison!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful colors and love the socks! Thanks for stopping by and yes, I love those little grand kids!
ReplyDeleteYour sock looks great...nice new ravatar.
ReplyDeleteMissed you tonight at YLYS...it was pretty quiet.
Happy Fiber Arts Friday!!
Hi- would like to participate in Nerd wars. Let me what sort of thing I should knit. Something weird I suppose. Please let me know and I shall participate.
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