I think I did something really cool this weekend, something that will help my small businesses. I’ve been working on a computer that’s ten years old. Thanks to my husband, it had a huge hard drive, but not much memory and a very slow processing speed. (I don’t speak computer fluently. This is the best I can do.) Anyway, after my word processor kept locking up while I was working on my proofreading job, I decided enough was enough, and I upgraded. I now have a modern computer that runs quickly and smoothly. I have an upgraded version of Pages, with lots of features I didn’t know existed, though soon I’ll be adding Word. The photo editing websites, like PicMonkey, work much faster now, so I can more easily create cool graphics for my Bonny Knits stuff. The proofreading end results are the same, but I can get there faster and more easily, and that’s a huge plus. I’m really excited!
So with this new tool, I’ve decided I’m going to set up a website for my proofreading. Even if I’m mostly getting jobs by word-of-mouth, I’d like to have something people can be referred to, something professional and clear. So I’m checking out hosting sites and trying to decide which route to take. Soon I’ll be asking my authors for testimonials to add to the site, and then it’ll go live and I’ll get jobs to help pay for my computer upgrade and I’ll be even more excited!
Most of my weekend was taken up with words (I did finish my proofreading job and sent back to the author this morning) but last night I cast on for a new hat. I’ve got a small craft show this Saturday, so I’ve been making a few inexpensive pieces to fill out my inventory. I really like this one! 
Toddler-sized basic beanie in sparkly acrylic, and of course I’ll add a pompom too. The coolest thing is that I learned how to do the jog-less join and now my “seam” is practically invisible! 
I love it! But before I can finish it, I should probably do some work toward my newest website. Happy Monday, friends!
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Congratulations on the new purchase.
Mine is also 10 years hold and I’ve been considering changing too. May I ask what OS you now have and how you like it? I really dislike the idea of learning how things work all over again 🙂 I think most come with windows 10, but haven’t heard that much about it?
I am an Apple fan through and through, so I use a Mac with OS X El Capitan. I find them really easy to use, so I love it. My son loves Windows 10, for what it’s worth.
Thanks, I’ve no experience with Mac, always thought of them as expensive and needing more experience to use…Don’t tell my present computer that I’m starting to shop…shhh!
LOL. I find PCs to be more confusing. Probably just a matter of what you’re familiar with. Hope you find a good one–it’s so nice to upgrade!
And I really like the colors in your hat. Good luck with your show.
Thanks! 🙂
Impressive!
Your hat looks great and that’s so exciting about getting a new computer and a website. Congrats!
Ooh how exciting about your website!! I’m loving the hat it’s really sweet 🙂
Thank you!! I am a bit excited. 😀
Your hat looks lovely, what technique are you using for the jog-less seam? I have tried a few but never found one that I am totally happy with, your’s looks great! Congrats on upgrading the computer, can’t wait to see the new website!
The pattern said when you start the second row of the new color, for that first stitch you knit into the old color (the stitch below). It’s weird but it seems to work!
It really does, I’ll remember that one, thanks!