--The Knitter's Book of Yarn: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing, Using, and Enjoying Yarn by Clara Parkes
I've only had time to skim through this book, but I love what I see. Very interesting reading for a knit geek like me and lots of great projects too. I want to knit all of them.
--Digital postal scale for weighing yarn or roving
I think this is going to come in handy.
--Line Counter
Originally designed to measure fishing line, but I plan to use it to measure yarn. I haven't tried it yet, so I'm not sure how well it will work. No, I will not share it with John. Wool should smell like sheep, not fish.
The Big Gift:
Last year it was a spinning wheel, but this year it has nothing to do with spinning or knitting. I won't say what is just yet--not until I have a chance to use it and to get good pictures. Here's a hint though--accessories include a milk crate, cargo net and dry bag. Some of you know exactly what I'm talking about. Pictures soon, I hope.
The Best Gift:
Without a doubt, the best gift was having the kids home for Christmas.
Matt and Robyn
It was very windy the day we went to the beach, which made for some interesting designs in the sand.
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year.
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Ooohhh, I can't wait to hear what the big present is. When I hear dry bag, I automatically think scuba gear! ....but...maybe I'm biased :-D
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!
I have been tempted to purchase that book as well.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the beach pictures in December...especially given that we are buried in snow up here!
Beach in December and you're all in shirt sleeves. The sand makes sculpture. Great gifties, too...must get a scales for myself.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I have NO idea what your gift was. A milk crate? All I can think of is a moped or something ;o)
ReplyDeleteThat book looks good- I've heard good reviews of it.
ReplyDeleteI've got no idea what the big gift is but I'm curious!!
Gee! That book has some great patterns....thanks for sharing. Can't wait to see what you got for Christmas....
ReplyDeleteNice book. I'll have to check it out! I'm a tool person so I thought the scale was a fantastic gift! Is your surprise gift crab or lobster fishing gear? I have no clue. It's just what popped into my head cause I know your close to the water. Happy New Year!!!!
ReplyDeleteYour book sounds like fun. I'm behind the times. I hadn't even heard of it before.
ReplyDeleteYou also have me very curious about your other gift. Milk crate??? What in the world??
Merry Christmas!
merry christmas and happy new year. thanks for sharing the patterns from the book. now i'll add it to my list.
ReplyDeleteFamily is the best present of all! The other gifts look very nice too:~D
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