Thank you again to everyone who left me good vibes, hugs and happy wishes. It is truly appreciated, more appreciated than I'll ever be able to express well. I wish you all a happy, healthful, peaceful and joyful 2006.
This holiday brought me some lovely gifts courtesy of my family and friends, as well as some goodies to create gifts for other people. Today I thought I'd post a little sampling of some new things in my book and yarn stash.
I won't spend too much time talking about the Artyarns Ultramerino 4 and 6 since I talked about the Ultramerino 4 not too long ago. The Ultramerino 6 is a thicker yarn (US size 6 needles recommended) and is provided in a 100g hank instead of a 50 g hank. (From what I can tell the "4" and the "6" represent the recommended US needle size on which to get gauge with the yarn). Now that I have both of the components required, I'll be able to get started on a double knit scarf pattern from Handknit Holidays
The big skein of chocolately brown yarn is a new find (at least for me) that I discovered at Flying Sheep Yarns in Ann Arbor. For Christmas this year, I offered my aunt a scarf out of the yarn of her choice. We found this Alpaca with a Twist "Baby Twist" yarn and none of us could stop petting it. 100% baby alpaca yarn in DK weight (I think it's actually in between DK and worsted). This stuff is fabulous. Not only that, but at 549 yards (250) for $28.50, I thought it was a pretty good deal as well. My goal is to design a special scarf for my aunt... probably something with a cable design. I'm hoping there will be enough left over for a hat or at least wrist warmers. Definitely good stuff for keeping warm with in the winter.
I'm hoping to look to Knitting Over the Edge
And finally, because right now I need a little humor in my life, it was a real pleasure to get the Yarn Harlot's New Book
There are a few other special goodies I'm looking forward to showing off, of both a fibery and technical nature. More as the week proceeds.
Glad to see you got the artyarns ok!
What yummy looking yarn! I love that little book, too :)
Steph's book is a lot of fun - I managed to stretch out reading it for nearly three months because I didn't want it to be done!
Oh, I love Flying Sheep Yarn! They're my lys now and the people there have been really helpful.
Don't you love Alpaca With A Twist? I have several skeins of their Fino yarn which is a really luscious laceweight! When you get a chance, check it out. I haven't actually gotten to fondle the Baby Twist yet though that's coming. :)
Loved the Yarn Harlot book. I've done a little double knitting (not that pattern from Handknit Holidays, but I want to try that one because it looks fun), and once you get the hang of it, it's not hard at all.
so sorry to read about your recent medical scare. my prayers and best wishes for your continued recovery!