Hubby outdid himself this year. Granted, some of this was known to me in advance, but that's okay. For instance, I ordered the Spin This Box, but did not know what was actually in it until I opened it on Christmas eve. It was neon colors for the month of December, and contained quite a few very yummy creations!
I love the way these are all packaged differently, and I love how the colors match or work together in the different offerings. There were six different packages of fiber in the box, and an ornament. Love it! These are my two favorites, based solely on first impressions:
The braid is 19 micron merino (and I do so love fine fibers!) and the other is four mini-rolags. I have found myself very fond of the mini-rolag presentation. I had several months of a small fiber subscription from Phoenix Fiber Co. in a mini-rolag format and really liked her colors and presentation. This one has the added distinction of clever packaging as well.
I also got two fiber-related books. The first is The Big Book of Flax. I have been interested in this one for a couple of years. The second is In the Footsteps of Sheep. This one "details the completion of a mission the author, a Welsh-born Scot, set for herself: to travel and camp throughout Scotland, find cast off tufts of wool from 10 Scottish sheep breeds, then spin the wool on her spinning stick while walking (or waiting for ferries), and finally design and knit one pair of socks to represent each breed". That sounds awesome! Can't wait to have time to read these!
Last but certainly not least (most spectacular, actually) there was a card in the tree, directing me to order the Hansen Mini-Spinner bundle I had been discussing with hubby! The Hansen webpage says they will be closed from the 24th to the 27th, but I was able to place my order via the website, and I'm sure it will be shipped out soon after the shop re-opens next week. I will be waiting with great anticipation for my maple mini-spinner, with both Wooly Winder and lace flyer!
The second set of I Spy quilts were delivered today, and suitably received. I was happy to see the enjoyment displayed by the recipients. I still have several finished tops that need quilting, but I've been enjoying some knitting time for the last couple of days. I am up to 18 stitches (of 25 needed) between corner markers on the Perimetera shawl. Once I hit 25 stitches I will be ready to begin the lace section! I am also enjoying seeing those adorable Wee Ones markers as I work my way around!
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