All sorts of things
So I'm chugging along on Grace (ribbing) and a hat (more ribbing), and I'm going to start on a mitten (say it one more time!). Not incredibly exciting to view or to knit at this point, just doing the k2, p2 dance...
Tuesday after work I met La of JenLa down in south Torrance for some boba and knitting. It was my first time meeting a fellow knitblogger and I have to admit I was kind of nervous. I mean, you know this person kinda sorta on a personal level, but kinda sorta not really, you know? But I had nothing to worry about, it was like continuing a conversation that started on a blog. Her Candle Flame shawl looks and feels absolutely gorgeous! And that center rib? Gives it character. I showed her all my silly ribbing. We talked about Jen (juicy gossip! j/k), doing a yarn crawl, and the upcoming Fiber Fest (if you're in Southern California August 21, send them a note; a pre-fest meet-up is in the works). I'm looking forward to meeting up with La again, and anyone out there who wants to do a South Bay s&b!
People, be proud of me. I'm slowly exorcising acrylic (or at least the 100% variety) from my stash! I went with my Mom (who, by the way, is an excellent crocheter) to In Stitches in Manhattan Beach and left with some heavenly Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino in #602 Old Rose! I also bought some yarn for the Secret Pal, but it's a secret!
That's all for tonight! I had a few drinks tonight so I don't know how coherent my entry was; I'll find out tomorrow...
Hee hee! I didn't realize that I had also exorcised the 100% acrylic out of my stash, in my own way, by slotting it all in its own plastic bag. Like, it'll contaminate the others. (Okay, I don't feel that strongly about 100% acrylic. But it is in its own bag for organizational purposes!)
MJ: How about the 14th for the yarn crawl? BTW, I've never been to In Stitches. Guess you got some places to take me, huh?
It was great meeting you, oh, and your rib knitting is NOT silly....it's gorgeous! Who would have thought you've only been knitting since March and are self-taught. Your stuff is lovely.
Your first secret pal gift should arrive soon, if it has not arrived by now!