It's Here!!

What's that in that big box?



Sock Yarn!



10 lbs. of sock yarn! Yes, I know I said there would be 20 lbs, but the rest was backordered.

You're probably wondering what's in the blue bag...


5 lbs. of merino! I originally got this to dye also, but after petting it and smelling that wonderful sheepy smell, I think I may have to practice a bit on the spindle and keep it all for myself!

I did get a chance to play around dying last week, but no pictures yet. As soon as we get some sun around here, I'll take some.

New Toy!!

Today has been a great day for mail!

First this came...



A package from my Sockret Pal! This is the first time I have seen the Rowan Tapestry and I can understand why everyone seems to love it. I think the Black Purl Shepherd Worsted will make lovely baby things! This is the first time I have used it (or any superwash worsted weight for that matter!)

Then, just as I was getting ready to take a picture of the above goodies, THIS came...


Oh my.... isn't she pretty? I feel like I should give her a name or something!

Sometime soon a big box of yarn to dye should be here (over 20 lbs!!!!), and some more colors of dye also. I hope it gets here in time for me to do some playing while the husband is away!

Maple-y Goodness

Most people that know me know that maple is one of my favorite flavors. So why did I never hear of this wondrous product until now?


I picked this up while visiting relatives this week, and I absolutely love it. On a slice of buttered toast, it tastes like you're eating french toast-- without the work!

When I got home, my mom dropped off a package that had come from my Knitty SP. She's good at keeping her identity secret. None of her packges or the card she sent have had a postmark on them, so I have no idea at all who she is!

This time she sent a great package of purpley goodness.



Sorry there's no modeled shot of the hat, I just got my hair cut yesterday and I'm still in the couple of days wait for it to look good. I had been thinking about making one of these, but couldn't decide if I wanted to use beads or not. Now I don't have to worry about it!