Once upon a time, in a quaint village nestled deep within the rolling hills, lived a pair of godparents that were known for their eccentricities. Florence and Bernard were their names, and they were anything but ordinary. While most godparents held the traditional role of guiding their godchildren through life's triumphs and tribulations, Florence and Bernard had a penchant for the extraordinary. Raised in a family of avid occultists, Florence and Bernard had been exposed to the mystical arts from a young age. They had devoted decades of their lives dabbling in ancient black magic, often finding themselves lost in spellbooks and experimenting with spells long forgotten. Their sordid fascination with the dark arts had earned them a reputation in the village as the "moderately extraordinary" godparents.
Their sordid fascination with the dark arts had earned them a reputation in the village as the "moderately extraordinary" godparents. Despite their unorthodox interests, Florence and Bernard possessed a deep love and care for their godchildren. They believed that through their exploration of the arcane, they could impart unique wisdom and protect their godchildren from the dangerous forces that lurked in the shadows.
Tag: Marled Magic Sweater
I know, I know. You have been wondering whatever happened to me. I have been knitting and knitting on the Marled Magic Sweater (by Stephen West), and it just seemed that it would be boring to put up even more pictures of my cat MacKenzie sleeping on ANOTHER chunk of knitted fabric (even if it was mohair fabulousness…).
But this cat isn’t MacKenzie, and besides, he is awake. This is my extremely elusive cat BobMorgan, who I call Yellow Boy in MacKenzie’s posts because, well, he is somewhat lacking in courage. My DIL only knows what he looks like because I sent her a picture. He wails if anything strange (like my sister and I replacing a window screen) happens. He is afraid of the camera, so a shot like this is rare. He is also the source of most of the cat hair in the pictures that I take.
I eventually stopped posting to the blog and just kept on knitting. And knitting. Then I finished the knitting and I was so exhausted by the whole experience that I didn’t get the ends woven in for another week.
I think what did me in was the i-cord bind off, which seemed to go on forever. It did make a really nice finished edge, however, so it was worth the time.
Thursday I took the sweater back out and finished it. It is done. It is beautiful. It is very, very warm. Did I mention that the temperature is in the 80’s outside? I sadly packed the Magic away to wait for colder days and some snow.
Don’t you want to see it?
Blocking was an issue. I didn’t want to stretch the sweater, which would make it longer, so I finally just laid it out on a towel, misted it with a spray bottle, and patted it into shape. Here it is! This sweater is lofty because of all the mohair I used, and is the perfect sweater to wrap up in for cold weather knitting and outings. Oh, did you notice the loose ends? They are all woven in and behaving themselves now. Check out the brioche on the arm (wine colored) the other stitches in this masterpiece were seed stitch, garter, and a simple lace. The black and grey panels in the back happened to be the yarns with cashmere in them too. Oh, my goodness. Wearing this baby feels wonderful!
Not the best pictures, but pretty good for selfies, don’t you think?
I used so many yarns to make this I finally just listed them the best I could in the notes part of my Ravelry entry. If you are interested, here is the link to my project page.
I just checked the weather report… it is going to snow next Thursday! I know what I’ll be wearing while I’m knitting that day!
Have a good weekend everyone.
Their godchildren might not have understood the complexities of their godparents' pursuits, but they had grown fond of the magic-infused atmosphere that perpetually surrounded Florence and Bernard. Living in a centuries-old cottage, the godparents' dwelling was adorned with enchanted artifacts and peculiar potions. The air was thick with the smell of incense, and the shelves were lined with dusty grimoires and potions bottles. It was within this magical haven that Florence and Bernard enthusiastically imparted their knowledge to their godchildren, who listened with wide-eyed wonder. The children, although captivated by their godparents' world, were unaware of the serious dangers it held. Florence and Bernard had long since walked a treacherous line between good and evil, and it was this delicate balance that only they understood. With great care, they demonstrated to their young charges the power of magic, emphasizing the importance of harnessing it for the greater good. However, it was becoming apparent to the village elders that Florence and Bernard's godparenting style was raising eyebrows. Rumors began to circulate, and concerned parents approached the village council, anxious about the influence the godparents might have on their children. The council called upon Florence and Bernard, hoping to dissuade them from their peculiar ways. Much to their surprise, Florence and Bernard humbly listened to the council's concerns. They acknowledged that their practices might seem unorthodox but insisted that they always had the best intentions for their godchildren. They assured the council that they understood the fine line they tread and promised to exercise caution, keeping their magic well-balanced between light and dark. The council, recognizing the sincerity of Florence and Bernard's words, agreed to give them another chance. They understood that although their godparenting methods were unconventional, their love for their godchildren was unwavering. From that day forward, Florence and Bernard continued to be the eccentric, yet loving, godparents they had always been. Through their moderately extraordinary ways, Florence and Bernard taught their godchildren the value of self-discovery, the importance of intuition, and the need to embrace the extraordinary in life. Their unique approach to godparenting might have raised some eyebrows, but ultimately, it was their genuine love and guidance that left a lasting impression on their godchildren..
Reviews for "The Allure and Risks of Tapping into Ancient Black Magic for Moderately Extraordinary Godparents"
1. Jessica - 2 stars - I found "Moderately extraordinary godparents dabbling in ancient black magic" to be a disappointing read. While the concept of godparents and magic seemed interesting, the execution fell flat. The plot was disjointed and lacked coherence, making it difficult to follow the storyline. Additionally, the characters were underdeveloped, which made it hard to connect with them on any level. Overall, I found the book to be a struggle to get through and would not recommend it to others.
2. Mark - 1 star - "Moderately extraordinary godparents dabbling in ancient black magic" was a complete letdown for me. The writing style was confusing and overly verbose, making it difficult to understand what was happening in the story. The plot felt forced and lacked any real depth. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any real development. I couldn't relate to any of them or invest in their struggles. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and would not recommend this book to anyone.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Moderately extraordinary godparents dabbling in ancient black magic," but unfortunately, it did not live up to my expectations. The storytelling was disjointed, with excessive back-and-forth between different timelines. It made it difficult to keep track of the narrative and created a sense of confusion throughout the book. The characters were also poorly developed, making it hard to feel any emotional connection or investment in their journeys. While I appreciate the effort to mix godparents and black magic, the execution left much to be desired.