My order from Webs came in yesterday. I ordered 2 bags plus 1 skein of Lana D'Oro in West Point Blue. Ain't it purty?
This is slotted for DH's basketweave pullover from IK Fall 04. I love it! The yarn is soooo soft and the blue is just stunning.
Speaking of it rocks. I picked up some books from the local library. I just love them especially when I can order anything and they will transfer for free. Awesome service. The only things missing from the picture are the Summer and Spring issues of IK, and a copy of Knitting on the road : sock patterns for the traveling knitter by Nancy Bush. This last book is going with me to California. Oh and today I picked up so more sock yarn. Yup. I couldn't help myself. I got Lorna's Laces in a pretty blue colorway.
How about knitting? You ask. Yes, I've been busy. I've got to redo my swatch for Klaralund and right now I have about 16" to go for my Mother's scarf. I'm using Koigu and the Little Leaf Scarf pattern. Here's a picture of it. It really doesn't look like I've made much progress but believe me I have! I had to rip back and redo many rows.
Now for the vacation project bag...I think I'll tackle sock knitting and bring my poncho along. That should keep me busy along with yarn shopping. See you in a week!
Have a great trip!
I think you are still on vacation, but I wanted to drop you a note to let you know I'm planning your first package!
Also, it might be helpful if you could post or email me a little bio of yourself, and maybe your answers to the secret pal questions.
I love WEBS too! And, I wish our library had such a good selection of knitting books. I had to buy Knitters Stash and the Purl Stitch book. I made the felted zip-up vest out of the Purl Stitch for my brother...a great pattern.
I am planning on making the basketweave pullover as well (have some Patons ready to go). Let me know when you start! I also have 10 skeins of Lana D'oro (bought at WEBS of course) that I'm not sure what to do with. I'm interested in hearing how you like it.