To keep my fingers busy while I take a break, I've started spinning some of the alpaca fleece I bought from Stargazer Ranch Alpacas a couple of weeks ago. (Every morning I log onto their website to watch the live cams of the mothers and babies.) So far, I've spun half of the "barn blend" I bought and I love it! (I apologize for the blurry photo--I must have been shaking in my excitement.)
I don't know how much I'll end up with yet so I'm not sure if I will ply it on itself or with some luscious wool/silk blend (I'm thinking Jaggerspun Zephyr). This has the makings of a gorgeous scarf or shawl.
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Oh, I'm so glad that you're taking a break :). I just received my book yesterday and started right away on the sock knitting last night. Can't wait to go through the journey with you!
I received your book today. I watched the DVD from start to finish. I really the book and the DVD. I thought you did a wonderful job. Thank you.
Oh, good! By the time I saw you were doing this and ordered the book I figured I was hopelessly behind. The book came today and I'll dig for yarns tomorrow. Am really looking forward to this. Enjoy your break, Ann. Relax.... Spin.... Don't rush back until I can get my first sock done....
Just got the book - and I am an avid sock knitter looking to get some "mad skills". I previewed the book and watched the video from start to finish. Bravo and well done - looking forward to choosing a pattern and getting started! SHall I join you in your challenge to knit every pair in the book? hmmmm... I may have to quit my job.
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