…just tell you about this Hypotenuse by Anne Hanson I’m continuing to respond to the urge to knit my handspun. This is the Merino/Mohair blend that I named Gill’s Delight. It’s fantastic to knit with. So soft. Easy pattern, large-ish needles, fast progress. I’m going to love this. I know. And here’s a sneak preview …
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Lusciousness
As promised – today’s shopping It arrived, beautifully packaged and in perfect condition despite having crossed the Atlantic Inside were three tissue wrapped packages, sealed with flower stickers – and a hand-written envelope. The whole was packed in a large padded packet. I had ordered two rovings, both the same – included was a third …
Whoooo!
I have such goodness to share! I hope the photos come out OK. (yes, the postie has been this morning) More on this, later.
Still here
I’m still here. Doing quite well at minimising my keyboard use, but far less so at keeping the knitting at bay. I completed two berets and three beanies in the last few days 🙂 The beanies are fun – they take just about two hours each. I plan to embellish them soon – that should …
I hope she can swim
I had cause to check SpinningGill’s postcode this morning. Using the Royal Mail checker, I discovered (courtesy of MultiMap) that she lives in the Atlantic Ocean! LOL Anyway… this post is really to flag up the fact that this blog (and others) are going on a sabbatical. I have a job of work to do …
Should I?
I have been noseying around, looking for a constructive way to spend some loot. I thought I’d look at some distance learning courses. Like this one. But oh, my, how can a girl bring herself to blow so much wad (£580) in one go? The price of education appals me, it really does. Learning opportunities …