Wed 28 Jan 2009
Handknit Heroes
Posted by Batgirl Amidala under Uncategorized
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I have a confession to make: when I’m not busy kicking ass and taking names as Batgirl (or even as Padmé), I knit. Like a grandma, in bed, watching Belle and Sebastian. It sounds twee as hell and it probably is, but I don’t care. I genuinely love turning a couple of skeins of yarn into a really smart cardigan that everyone covets:
tres magnifique
I’ve always been a crafty gal, drawing, knitting, sewing, painting, writing music, whatever. I just love making things. I’m also hopelessly addicted to a few knitting magazines, like a true granny, and the e-zine Knitty is no exception. This morning in my inbox was a quick note from the editor, along with links to the Knitty Surprises, little bonus patterns they put out between seasons to keep you coming. I was just checking out the hand knit, somewhat anatomically correct heart when I noticed this ad:
Really?
Oh my god, there is actually a comic book — excuse me, graphic novel — about a knitting superhero.
Who’s been ripping off my life?
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That would be me.
Thanks to my ego-search, I have now found and read your blog.
I swear, I’m in Internet love. I’m also weeping because we’re leaving the LA area tomorrow morning and I didn’t get a chance to come down to the boulevard and meet you, shake your hand, and show you a copy of this incredibly fun and awesome comic book.
Alas, alas. Fortunately, there are many fine yarn shops in LA that carry it (I just came back from the signing at A Mano on Venice Blvd…. but they’re sold out for the moment).
Also, check our website in a couple of weeks. We’re having a mask design contest for the Fall issue– it’s right up your alley.
hahaha! yes! dress as her! 😀
Dear Stephanie, I am SO there! I can’t wait to see your new graphic novel and squeal like a superhero by day, knitter by night over it. 🙂
If you’re ever in the LA area again, drop me a line and we’ll be sure to meet up!
I should try knitting again. I tried a couple years ago, along with crocheting, but I was way faster at crocheting. Everyone got scarves that year. But I’ve been wishing for some cute hats and not finding anything I like. Hmmm….