My Projects: Asphalt Infinity Cowl

I recently finished this super snuggly cowl. I call it the Asphalt Infinity Cowl. 

Last weekend I wore it out for a wintry walk through the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, a place I love to go to get away from the city noise and asphalt! The snow filled garden and covered pond was beautiful. 

Despite the open work, this cowl is warm! 

Pattern: The Openwork Infinity Scarf from Knit 1 LA. Super easy and super quick! One long scarf seemed together to create a loop. This is a free pattern available here.

Needles: Size 19. Big! Wish I had used straight needles to be honest. It was difficult to bring the loops back onto the actual needle. 

Yarn: Knit Picks Biggo in Asphalt Heather. I used two skeins held together. This yarn is super soft and is made up of merino wool and nylon. 

Verdict: I would make more of these in a heart beat and certainly want to test it out with different yarns and colors. It's great to have a quick project on hand when working on a longer more involved one. Also, who doesn't love snuggly scarves when it's 20 degrees outside?  This one is a winner! 

My View: The End of Summer

Summer has wound down. Autumn in creeping in. Here are some of my favorite instagrams from the last few weeks of Summer.

I explored the Garage Antique Flea Market and found these abandoned Pointe shoes. 

Red sailor's knots create some amazing art work in Madison Square Park.

At my favorite place, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, lily pads and lotus flowers.

Ready for cooler temps... tweed fingerless have been made! 

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My View: May Instagram Highlights

May flew by but it was a fun month! Here are a few highlights from my Instagram feed where I share more glimpses into my daily life than I do here.  To keep Instagram, ya know instant, follow me @BobbinBombshell!

The city was in full bloom in May. My sweetheart and I spent our 2nd Wedding Anniversary at one of our favorite places, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. The wisteria was stunning! 

I've been practicing 1960's hair styles. I was quite pleased with how this came out! 

Pink tulle perfection! I love to share sneak peeks from my Etsy shop; The Sparkling Cocktail on Instagram. I've got a lot of gorgeous vintage to list when I return from my upcoming vacation! This crinoline is one of  many vintage lingerie delights soon to be listed. 

My natural straight hair on this day. Red is my favorite color. My boss said I looked like Minnie Mouse that day. That's a compliment! 

My View: Spring Is Here!

Spring is here in NYC!! Here are some recent shots from my Instagram feed. To keep Instagram, ya know, instant, follow me @BobbinBombshell.

I spent last Sunday at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. The magnolias and cherry blossoms are blooming! 

Springtime brings on spring cleaning! I took this shot of my 1950's vintage liquor cabinet after dusting. 

I'm so bad at sharing my outfits! I just can't seem to find the time to take photos or I hate the ones I do! 

Anyway, I am trying.  Here I am in my vintage DVF wrap dress. I love this dress! 

My View: Post Hurricane Sandy

You've seen the news, you've seen the images of flooding on a repeating loop. You're aware of what Hurricane Sandy brought to the East Coast. Instead of bombarding you with more images of the destruction caused by Hurricane Sandy here in NYC, I want to share with you some images of a few of my favorite places.

The cherry blossoms at Brooklyn Botanic Gardens.

View of the Brooklyn Bridge from DUMBO

View of the Statue of Liberty from Governor's Island.

On top of the Empire State in one of my favorite vintage 1940's dress. 

Summers in Coney Island! Here I am in my 1960's swim suit set! 

I have lived in New York City for 18 years now and it can both be an amazing place to live and a difficult place to live. I've seen a lot and I know that this is a truly resilient place. We will get back on our feet and carry on but it will take help. In the wake of the storm, I am donating 20% of my November and December sales in my Etsy store; The Sparkling Cocktail to the American Red Cross. Each buyer will be notified of the donation given in their name. Every penny counts, I wish I could give more. If you want to donate or give in your own way, please check out the many ways you can help here.

All images belong to Bobbins And Bombshells. 

Mid-Week Inspiration: Cherry Blossoms

Spring is here! One of my favorite pastimes is to photograph flowers and plants at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Last week the cherry blossoms were in full bloom. They are so beautiful!

If you'd like to see more photos from my trip to the Botanic Garden be sure to visit my flickr page.