Have a great weekend...and some answers to ??'s

Yes, I joined another swap!! But this one, I really think I'll be able to use my stashes---yarn and fabric!! I certainly will try! We should find out our swap partners this weekend, so I wanted to post this as I will be very busy this weekend. Learning how to knit continental, much needed sewing projects, normal errands and chores, and a last shot at at least 2 more Dulaan hats. They need to be shipped this coming week to make it in time for this year's delivery. I know I'll have more next year, and I may branch out into a sweater or scarf...and maybe time to finish a sock...one can hope!

Here you go swap pal!

What are your favorite colors? Reds, greens, blues, pinks, blacks, browns, purples, oranges, greys! In any hues of these colors!

Are you a new sock knitter? Yes

How long have you been knitting socks? Started in January 06-4 pairs done so far..a few on the needles! :)

Do you prefer solid or multicolored yarn? both!

What fibers do you prefer in sock yarn? I like superwash wool or cotton

Where do you usually knit socks? Anywhere I can!

How do you usually carry/store small projects? Little totes I have leftover from a craft fair I did 3 yrs ago. I am looking forward to someone else making me one though! :)

What are your favorite sock knitting patterns? So far Knitty's(tm) Thuja and plain stockinette and ribbed typed patterns.

What are your favorite sock knitting techniques? umm..don't know many yet, I've only done stockinette and ribbing so far.

What new techniques would you like to try? Toe-ups, short row heels, lace patterns, cables

Do you prefer circulars or dpns for sock knitting? Circulars baby! Magic Loop or 2 circs, either as long as they are circs! :) --btw..currently set for needles

What are some of your favorite yarns? Allthings Heather um..she knows the colors I like ;), Cascade fixation, STR, Lorna's Laces, Regia, Knit picks, Mountain Colors Bearfoot,...haven't knit with them yet, fondle most of them! :)

What yarn do you totally covet? Right now, Fleece artist sock yarns in any of the colors I like, Sundarya yarn in Chimney, Vesper in Antigone, Scout's Fraises des Bois or Tarzhay... As you can see I do like to support the independent yarn dye'r..producer.. :)

Any pattern you would love to make if money and time were no object? Can't think of any right now, I elect to revisit this question if my pal so asks! ;)

Favorite kind of needles (brand, materials, straights or circs, etc)? Currently using addi natura's, clover bamboo, inox metal grays and express, and addi turbo's (on thicker yarns)

If you were a specific kind of yarn, which brand and kind of yarn would you be? Wool-cotton blend...sturdy, durable, warm, soft, and a little giving.

Do you have a favorite candy or mail-able snack? jelly bellys, chocolate, cinnamon candies, anything really ;)

What’s your favorite animal? umm...see below

Do you have pets? What are their species/names/ages? Belle-bloodhound 3 yrs; Sapphire-sealpoint Siamese-1yr.

If you were a color what color would you be? Red....sassy...bright...bold

Describe your favorite shirt (yours or someone else’s).. For me a nice comfortable v-neck tee shirt, well fitting not too short, tight, or loose...just perfect fitting.

What is your most inspiring image, flower, or object in nature? I love the sea and sky at different times of the day (wished I lived by the sea!), flowers, birds

Do you have a wishlist? No, just feel free to ask questions if need be :)

Anything else you’d like to share with the group today? I'm looking forward to meeting new people, making the kit for my pal and hopefully get them something either they haven't found or tried. Thanks for having this.