I am the Michelle's (the knitter) mom. The reason you have not heard from her in several months is because she has had severe health problems. She was recovering nicely from her seventh surgery related to Chiara Syndrome in April when she was diagnosed with inoperable malignant brain tumor. She has undergone six weeks of radiation and chemotherapy and is now recouperating in a nursing home. Her left side has been very weak so she has not been able to knit. However, she is regaining strength every day and is hoping to be home - and back to knitting - in a few weeks. Don't give up on her and keep her in your prayers. Thanks