Research

As I mentioned in my last post, secret project #2 involves knitting with beads, something I've never done before. Last weekend the library called with a book I had placed on hold, so I zipped over and got it, plus my homework. First off, the nonknitting book...I Love everything this woman has written! The dialogue just makes the reading move so quickly that before ya know it, you're done. Shame she had some personal drama of her own...guess she was on Oprah today. (what is up with blogger again? I took off the italics! Whatever!)

I love the VK knitting book...and would love to get my hands on the newer edition, but at $38.95 from Barnes, I'll think I'll wait. There are 2 great stitch patterns in there that I am interested in using for some original designwork. When you do that, is it still your own knitting pattern? Like if it were copyrighted? I checked out the Nicky Epstein book again thinking I would knit some flowers, but now I think I'll pass. Have you seen her latest book? Would love to add these 2 to my collection, also.
The knitting on secret project #1 has encompassed most of my free time when I'm not reading. The large piece I'm working on is so taxing...but I guess the pay off will be worth it. At least it's good tv watching knitting.

Earlier when I was surfin' the web, I decided to visit Lion Brand Yarn's webpage. Did you know they have a new yarn with cashmere? It's a small %, but still..when I browsed the online store, it said it sells for $9.99 a ball with only 84 yards. Guess a sweater is out of the picture for this yarn until it becomes discontinued or goes on sale. I'm a snob when it comes to pricing. Sure, if it were Rowan or something, but LB? Come on...this is what happens when you've spent the better part of your life in retail...you never pay retail!