three years
August 9, 2012
***comments are closed, bitches! the winner has been picked and notified. thanks for playing!***
so i got this little notification yesterday,
that today is my blogiversary.
my third, to be exact.
i recall starting my blog roughly around the time i first moved to pittburgh in 2009. i’d left a vibrant group of friends, a burgeoning knitting group, and the best paying job i’ve ever had to pursue my academic career and live with my best friend. i don’t remember why i began blogging, per se, by which i mean, i don’t rememeber the specifics. i do know that all i wanted was to stay connected to the knitterverse, and try to be part of the conversation, as it were.
whatever the reasons, i never imagined what this blog would become. i never thought people would actually read and comment (i love every comment, especially from the regulars) i never thought total strangers would stop me to tell me they read the blog (the first couple times terrified me!) even though it was my goal, i didn’t think my blog would ‘succeed’ and, frankly, i’m surprised i’ve stuck with it this long.
of course,
the only reason i have
is because of you, bitches.
if people weren’t reading,
i’d’ve quit ages ago.
and since it seems like the industry standard
(and because it’s been ages since i’ve had one)
i’m doing a giveaway in honor of my third blogiversary.
the bitches get stitches third blogiversary giveaway!
the rules:
1. spread the word – you can do that anyway you see fit; reblog, tweet, e-mail, ravelry, phone call, whatever. just let another knitter know about the giveaway. it’s completely on the honor system. i trust ya.
2. leave a comment – it’s the easiest way to assign someone a random number for the all-knowing random number generator to pick a winner. make sure to comment on this post. you’d think i wouldn’t need to specify that but >shakes head from experience< and for the sake of fairness and my personal sanity, please leave only one comment.
3. this one’s most important – you only have the 24 hours from the time i posted to ‘spread the word’ and ‘leave a comment’. the winner will be announced tomorrow, august 10th.
the prize:
i’ve given this a lot of thought. well, as much thought as i could in less than a day. because it needed to extra special, and because it’s my favorite yarn company, i decided to give away a $100.00 e-gift certificate to blue moon fiber arts.
sound good?
thanks for sticking with me, bitches!
Bitches Get Stitches 
August 9, 2012 at 3:44 pm
Congratulations Steven with a V!
August 9, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Wow! Happy three years.
August 9, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Happy blogiversary! Hope we keep reading your tidbits for a long time to come. Miss you!
August 9, 2012 at 3:45 pm
Happy Blogiversary! I don’t comment often, but i read every single word and laugh (or cry) along with you.
Mo looks fab in sparkles, and i think I’ll request that sort of cake for my next birthday.
August 9, 2012 at 3:59 pm
happy blogiversary Steven–it’s always great to read your thoughts and humor on knitting! i love having a male voice on knitting in my google reader–here’s to another 3 years and more, i hope!
ravelry ID: lizsto
August 9, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Yay, happy blogiversary! I aspire to your greatness. You have such a wonderful, poetic writing style – I love it when you post, and I hope you continue for a very long time. Cheers!
August 9, 2012 at 4:01 pm
Gasp @ the aforementioned candle! Perfect styling, as always. Happy blogiversary from your favorite ex-model.
August 9, 2012 at 4:07 pm
Happy blogiversary. I cannot decide what I like best about that photo, it is spectacular for the details and the whole. It brought a much needed smile to my face. Congratulations on your successes!
August 9, 2012 at 4:10 pm
Happy Blogiversary! Congrats and carry on.
P.S. Nice cake.
August 9, 2012 at 4:12 pm
Whoo hoo! I’m so happy that you blog. I love seeing a new post from you show up on my reader. Happy blogiversary! (And your giveaway=fab. Thanks.)
August 9, 2012 at 4:12 pm
I posted on my FB page! I love your blog! I always look forward to seeing you at Port Ludlow.
August 9, 2012 at 4:14 pm
Dear Steven,
Nicole is right. on.
When I first scrolled down I saw the beginning of Mo’s head I thought- Oh my gosh, is he giving away MO?? God, I am weird.
I am so happy that you did make the decision to start a blog, you have enriched my life, I know that.
I hope you never leave blogging. I hope your next school year goes smoothly. And I hope you solve your gauge problems on the Rhinebeck sweater.
Fondly,
Nancy P
August 9, 2012 at 4:14 pm
I want to be almost just like you when I grow up. Except I don’t want to grow up. Keep knitting on!
August 9, 2012 at 4:14 pm
I don’t think my last post made it….hmmm. I said that I had left a post on my FB page and that I always look forward to seeing you at Port Ludlow. Phew. I hope this isn’t going to post like a hundred times now.
August 9, 2012 at 4:15 pm
Congrats on 3 years! I heard about your blog from a friend, love it and have now passed it on myself.
August 9, 2012 at 4:16 pm
what a lovely prize!!! congrats on your blogiversary!
August 9, 2012 at 4:16 pm
Steven! Woooo blogiversary! Congratulations š I love your blog, no lie. Your knits are inspirational/aspirational, your writing is a pleasure to read, your Mo is ADORABLE. Also I have found that drawing of Mo wearing a cowl with the speech bubble saying “Work, bitch” to be a good motivator in grad school pursuits š
August 9, 2012 at 4:20 pm
happy happy anniversary! love your doggie too.
August 9, 2012 at 4:26 pm
Happy Bogiversary, if Mo ever needs a new home he can come live with me lol
Well done on the 3 years, great blog!!!
August 9, 2012 at 4:27 pm
Congratulations!! I just emailed my friend about your blog and the contest.
Hope I win. I’m Loves2Dance on Ravelry.
August 9, 2012 at 4:29 pm
The colorful square blanket you were making is just amazing, its inspired me:)
Well done on the 3 years.
August 9, 2012 at 4:30 pm
Cool, and happy blogoversary.
August 9, 2012 at 4:32 pm
Steven, I am a very committed lurker. I have your blog update emailed to me & I follow on twitter so I don’t miss a post, but so that you aren’t worried by my (very harmless, I assure you) stalkishness, I have refrained from actually contacting you. I’m excitable & friendly so this is always my policy for people I don’t actually know. So here we go-the ice is broken. Remember you asked for this.
And thank you for keeping this blog going. I can’t tell you how much I enjoy it! Happy Blogiversary!!
August 9, 2012 at 4:32 pm
congrats! love that your frenchie is all dressed for the occassion! too cute and what a generous award! you are such a generous person!!!
August 9, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Congrats on your 3rd blogiversary! I love reading your blog and am looking forward to hanging around for another 3 years. Or longer. I’m flexible. š
August 9, 2012 at 4:35 pm
Happy blogiversary Steven! I don’t comment much, but I read every single post and it often brings a smile to my face. And for that, I thank you. Your wit would be missed so keep blogging! (p.s. I’m also leaving a good paying job for an academic life, in my late twenties yet, so I can identify!)
(p.p.s. Your connection to your family is beautiful, I meant to write that on an applicable post but then I didn’t because I’m shy. Your mom seems amazing!)
August 9, 2012 at 4:39 pm
Happy Anniversary.
August 9, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Your blog has always cheered me up, you have an amazing talent Stephen and I really do think your blog will still be here in another 3 years. Well done!
August 9, 2012 at 4:41 pm
Dude. I totally thought you were giving Mo away. Then I wondered how you would pack him. Then I read the rest. Oy. Brain.
August 9, 2012 at 4:42 pm
Happy blogiversary!!! I so enjoy reading your blog and wish you many more wonderful years here!
August 9, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Your blog is always enjoyable to read! Thanks. (twittered)
August 9, 2012 at 4:43 pm
Keep up the good work. Happy 3rd blogiversary.
August 9, 2012 at 4:50 pm
Congrats! and here is many more happy yrs on the blogsphere!
August 9, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Congratulations! I love your blog!
August 9, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Happy blogiversary! If that isn’t the cutest blogiversary photo I’ve ever seen, I don’t know what is.
August 9, 2012 at 5:06 pm
Happy anniversary!
August 9, 2012 at 5:07 pm
Congrats on three years! I’m glad you’re here. You make me belly laugh. Like the time you got the ball sack…HA!!! You’re funny!
August 9, 2012 at 5:07 pm
Love the cake*, love Mo and his bling, and yup, love you, too. Happy Blogiversary!! August seems to be a good month for things to be born.
*Gotta say, though, the combo of fire, wax and yarn caused a little heart palpitation.
August 9, 2012 at 5:09 pm
Man, Mo is so freakn’ cute! Hope that three years is just the beginning!
August 9, 2012 at 5:09 pm
I love when I read about a blogiversary because then I spend the next 15 minutes (at work of course) trying to figure out what I was doing at that exact time. And in this case I was smack dab in the middle of my own return to academia, writing a masters thesis and doing as much avoidance knitting as possible.
Glad to spread the word, glad you keep writing, glad to keep reading!
August 9, 2012 at 5:15 pm
Hiya! My friend Sarah up in post 17 just let our rav group know about your lovely blog. You’re bookmarked now!
August 9, 2012 at 5:21 pm
Happy, happy anniversary! I adore to anniversary cake , and model!
August 9, 2012 at 5:23 pm
Happy Blogiversary! I enjoy your blog immensely. Here’s to many more years!!
August 9, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Happy blogiversary! Sweet photo of Mo
August 9, 2012 at 5:45 pm
Happy Blogaversary… I’ve shared on Twitter. Thanks for the chance to win!
August 9, 2012 at 5:49 pm
Steven,
Love the blog cuz I love your writing style and your wit. Your posts have a way of affecting me on an emotional level. Happy blogiversity to you!
August 9, 2012 at 5:57 pm
happy blogoversary steven!!!!! xoxo
August 9, 2012 at 6:01 pm
Happy Anniversary!!! Love that cake!!
August 9, 2012 at 6:04 pm
just found your blog in time to celebrate your versy with you. What a refreshing change. I emailed my best knitting friend and am crossing my fingers as times are tight here on the farm where at the moment a calf is bellowing for his mom…
August 9, 2012 at 6:05 pm
Happy Blogaversary! Here’s to 3 more and beyond.
August 9, 2012 at 6:19 pm
Happy Blogaversary! Love the candle on the cake!
August 9, 2012 at 6:32 pm
Congratulations! I love your blog and your style. That picture is amazing!
August 9, 2012 at 6:40 pm
Hugs and Kisses and Happy Blogiversary!!! Whoa i must have started reading you in the beginning and I still love reading you because I love how you have grown and become even more of a special peerson. it is fun to read about you developing patterns and trying out new things. Oh the traveling you have done and all the things you have yet to do, and I can follow your course. XOXOXO to you.
August 9, 2012 at 6:41 pm
Happy Blogiversary. Have to admit some fibre envy on my part…you have produced some beautiful pieces. Squishy kisses to Mo.
August 9, 2012 at 6:44 pm
Congratulations on 3 years of blogging, I know if i tried I would only last a week hehe. I definately had to share your giveaway by email with just a few close knitting friends of mine š
August 9, 2012 at 6:44 pm
Wow, congratulations!
August 9, 2012 at 6:57 pm
Happy 3rd Blogiversary!!!! I am so glad that someone shared your blog with me!! Keep up the great work š
August 9, 2012 at 7:17 pm
Happy three year blogiversary. I found your blog a few months ago, but have read the all of your posts.
I totally have a crush on you too, btw. š
August 9, 2012 at 7:26 pm
Happy 3rd Steven, and thanks for keeping the Mrs. in stitches! I’m guessing I could find someone to create a pair of socks for me from this marvelous Blue Moon yarn. Your namesake just keeps getting better every day. Cheers! (the other Rivendale)
August 9, 2012 at 7:29 pm
Happy Blogiversary! What a generous gift to share!
August 9, 2012 at 7:31 pm
Congratulations on your Blogaversary! I love your blog and am so glad I found it — I make sure to tell all my yarny friends about you so they can follow as well. š
August 9, 2012 at 7:57 pm
First time I have been here, but I will be back! Happy Blogiversary!!
August 9, 2012 at 8:32 pm
Oh my!!!! What a wonderful giveaway!!! And you have a great blog! I don’t know if Canadians are accepted but I take a chance!
August 9, 2012 at 8:38 pm
Mo is not the prize?
August 9, 2012 at 8:55 pm
Most of my “followers” are on Deviantart, so I shared your blog with them! http://saccharinesweet.deviantart.com/journal/
August 9, 2012 at 9:07 pm
congrats on your blog anniversary, you awesome dude! you are an inspiration to bitches everywhere.
August 9, 2012 at 9:20 pm
Happy Anniversary!!! I spread the word Through KNotty Knitter group on Ravelry.
August 9, 2012 at 9:26 pm
congrats on your anniversary!!
love the blog
I’m squiggi on ravelry
August 9, 2012 at 9:32 pm
I’ve never visited your blog before, but just from this post I can tell I will be back š Happy Blogiversary!
August 9, 2012 at 9:34 pm
Totally tweeted this shit. I don’t always comment but I do read every post. Kisses to Mo, that last picture is presh.
August 9, 2012 at 9:39 pm
Happy 3rd Blogversary!
August 9, 2012 at 9:41 pm
Happy Birthday Steve A. I found you when SPM catapulted you to (in)fam(e/y) with the Big Lace Debate of 2011. I’ll be three in October!
August 9, 2012 at 9:41 pm
Shared and Congrats!!! š
August 9, 2012 at 9:45 pm
Happy blogiversary to you!
August 9, 2012 at 9:55 pm
Happy Blogiversary!!! You are in my list of blogs that I check every day. I never have figured out the whole RSS feed thing, and to think I work on aircraft computers. HAHAHA!!!
August 9, 2012 at 10:00 pm
Mo and a birthday yarncake š congrats! I love seeing this blog update in my reader.
August 9, 2012 at 10:10 pm
Happy blogaversary. I started reading because I liked your title, and stuck around because you are pretty funny.
August 9, 2012 at 10:11 pm
happy birthday to your blog!
I’ve enjoyed this blog for so many reasons. Your writing style, your sense of humor, the wondrous things you knit and weave, your Chief Cuteness Officer (love the epaulet, Mo!), and so much more.
Since you served up a birthday yarncake, I propose we all raise a glass of wool wash and toast to many, many more blog entries to come!
August 9, 2012 at 10:18 pm
Congratulations! That yarn cake looks almost good enough to eat–or knit. I love the puppy too!
August 9, 2012 at 10:49 pm
Congratulations and Happy Blogiversary, dear heart! And thank you for bringing me smiles, out loud laughs and inspiration for 3 years…May there be as many more as you wish!
PS: Mo, watch the bling…it look flammable š
August 9, 2012 at 10:51 pm
live long and blog on!!
August 9, 2012 at 10:57 pm
Happy 3 year blogiversary! Here’s to making the next 3 just as wonderful!! Shared on Facebook as well…
Suzieknittingmama on Rav
August 9, 2012 at 11:04 pm
Love your blog. I look for it everyday to make sure i dont miss anything. Love you and Moe.
August 9, 2012 at 11:18 pm
I would love to win!
i’ve been following your blog for a while, and I love your style of writing
August 9, 2012 at 11:21 pm
Happy 3rd bogiversary!
August 9, 2012 at 11:23 pm
Hope spelling doesn’t count against me.
Happy 3rd blogiversary!
August 9, 2012 at 11:22 pm
Happy blogiversary!!! and OMG I love Frenchies!!! Well almost as much as I love BMFA !!!!
aka Dutchgirl63 on Rav
August 9, 2012 at 11:40 pm
Congratulations! czsknits on ravelry
August 9, 2012 at 11:44 pm
Happy anniversary! š
August 9, 2012 at 11:47 pm
Damn that pup is cute!
Love the blog. PS I have a crush on Freshy too.
August 9, 2012 at 11:48 pm
I really enjoy your blog! Thanks for the giveaway, that’s awesome!
August 10, 2012 at 1:15 am
Nice give away!
August 10, 2012 at 1:21 am
Congratulations and happy blog birthday!!
August 10, 2012 at 2:03 am
Happy Blogiversary!!! What an awesome, generous prize for the best fiber company around!
August 10, 2012 at 2:18 am
Happy blogaversary!
August 10, 2012 at 2:47 am
Spreading the word like it is nutella on toast.
August 10, 2012 at 2:51 am
Congrats on the big 3! may you have many more blogiversaries ahead!
August 10, 2012 at 2:52 am
Happy 3rd anniversary!! I love the cake. I’d take it over an ice cream cake any day š
August 10, 2012 at 5:36 am
I only hope I’m still blogging long enough to celebrate three years! Nice work š
August 10, 2012 at 6:06 am
Were you afraid of the wax dripping on the yarn? Or that the fire would magically jump to the yarn and it would catch on fire? I would have been. Blue Moon Fiber Arts is awesome! What a great prize!
August 10, 2012 at 6:08 am
Happy 3rd anniversary Steven!!! Hope all’s well with you x
August 10, 2012 at 6:17 am
I check your blog every few days. You always give me something to think about. Hopefully I’ll get to meet you at Rhinebeck one of these days. Thanks for the giveaway. Here’s wishing you many more blog anniversaries to come!
August 10, 2012 at 6:43 am
Happy anniversary. It is always fun to find a new blog to read
August 10, 2012 at 6:58 am
Can’t believe it’s already been three years! Remember the good old days at the shop? Anyway, keep doing what you do! And tell Mo he looks smashing with that ribbon on!
August 10, 2012 at 7:06 am
Are you kiddind DUDE, i love your blog.
August 10, 2012 at 8:27 am
Happy anniversary!!
August 10, 2012 at 8:49 am
I adore you and your damn blog. š
August 10, 2012 at 8:58 am
I don’t know how the bloggers around the world do it! I know it is time consuming, requires introspection, and certainly requires wisdom about what to share and what not to share. Keep up the good work!
BellaBrewster
August 10, 2012 at 9:08 am
Happy Blogiversary! Love your dog!
August 10, 2012 at 9:13 am
Hi! I loved your post! Happy 3rd anniversary! Here’s to many more years!
Cathy in Ontario, Canada
August 10, 2012 at 9:15 am
I’ve only just found you and I ADORE you already!! What a generous giveaway. I wish you many more happy years of blogging. Can’t wait to see what the future brings!
August 10, 2012 at 9:22 am
Happy anniversary, and hope to see you again at Port Ludlow.
August 10, 2012 at 9:28 am
Happy 3rd blog anniversary! Your dog looks a bit mournful. I enjoyed your cake. A little apprehensive about the candle though! Ha!
August 10, 2012 at 9:31 am
Congrats!
August 10, 2012 at 9:37 am
Congratulations, both on the success of your blog, and on adapting to a new environment while maintaining a real connection with the old. This is always tough to pull off, and you have done it with style. I should add that I love Blue Moon Fiber Arts!
August 10, 2012 at 9:45 am
Happy Blogiversary with many more to come!
August 10, 2012 at 9:49 am
Happy Blogiversary and many, many more to come!!
August 10, 2012 at 9:50 am
Love your blog. thanks for the giveaway!
August 10, 2012 at 9:50 am
Congratulations! Please, oh please, keep blogging for years!
August 10, 2012 at 9:51 am
I emailed my knitting sister about your blog!
August 10, 2012 at 10:06 am
That doggie face! :swoon:
August 10, 2012 at 10:06 am
Happy blogiversary and omg that Freanchie is so cute
August 10, 2012 at 10:12 am
Happy blog anniversary! Yay, RT’d!
August 10, 2012 at 10:37 am
happy blogaversary!!!!
I’ll pass it on!! Promise
Mickerr on RAVE
August 10, 2012 at 11:14 am
Congrats on three years blogging…it’s amazing who you come in contact with…
August 10, 2012 at 11:32 am
So glad you kept with it! You’re definitely an inspiration for me š
August 10, 2012 at 11:52 am
Just discovered your blog! Love your vibe! Knit and blog ON!
August 10, 2012 at 12:01 pm
congratulation! Awesome giveaway!
Kenyetta on Ravelry
August 10, 2012 at 12:03 pm
Wonderful! I have passed it on to some of my knitting pals!
August 10, 2012 at 12:32 pm
I’m one of your newer bitches by just a couple weeks, but congrats! I hope there are a few more years to come (at least)!
August 10, 2012 at 1:14 pm
I told all of my friends on Rav. about this š
wickedsharp on Rav
August 10, 2012 at 1:38 pm
congrats on 3 years!
August 10, 2012 at 1:46 pm
Grats on your 3 year anniversary! I love your blog ^^
August 10, 2012 at 2:10 pm
I probably am getting in just under the 24 hr mark. I tweeted (https://twitter.com/cmouse01/status/233988413890646017)
August 10, 2012 at 2:36 pm
Grats on three years Steven! I remember when a friend of mine met you a couple years ago and she was so excited about it that I had to start reading your blog. ^_^
August 10, 2012 at 2:49 pm
Read about this last night and told my knitting group!
Only I forgot to enter till now! Barely under the wire.
Happy Blogversary by the way! Now, off to read the rest of your writings.
August 10, 2012 at 3:08 pm
Happy birthday!
August 10, 2012 at 4:20 pm
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