The Inevitable Return
I am so back now! After a blogging hiatus (omgoodness, so little time) I intend to, you know, get back to posting. Sadly, I have been knitting, it's just not anything interesting enough to keep anyone updated on. Since last: Finished not one, but TWO Ipod cozy things; Started on a pair of socks (broke a needle, waiting on replacement);Finished Pasha (except assembly); and finished a two blocks into the Harry Potter Azkaban scarf, in Ravenclaw's Blue and Bronze for a co-worker.
I've been reading others' blogs and lurking around knitty, knitting, working, playing WoW, playing softball, soccer, and wakeboarding. Aside from that though, same old same old I suppose... Anyhow, like everyone else in the online-knitting-world, I've joined SP5, and here is my little quiz thingie. I can't wait for this, I so enjoy giving things to people! Here we go!
1. Are you a yarn snob (do you prefer higher quality and/or natural fibers)? Do you avoid Red Heart and Lion Brand? Or is it all the same to you?
Yes and no I suppose.. I very, very much prefer working with nice stuff, but I usually don't buy anything without something in mind to do with it. Sometimes though, cheaper stuff is the best thing. Sometimes the best thing is something cheap. My ipod doesn't need to be covered in hand painted wool or anything, but you know, I'd like to be!
2. Do you spin? Crochet?
No, oh my goodness, do you? I'm so jealous. I don't have the time, money, or space really to spin. As far as crocheting goes, I do, as in, I know how to, but I really don't do it. Because, well, it just isn't my thing. I crocheted like.. 50 snowflakes a year or two ago and haven't even wanted to look at a hook since.
3. Do you have any allergies? (smoke, pets, fibers, perfume, etc.)
I don't like anything super heavy perfumey or smokey, and the significant other is allergic to pets. Other than that, papayas are the only thing (aside from bug bites) I'm allergic to. (Read: don't send me bugs! hehehe)
4. How long have you been knitting?
Well, many moons ago my grandmother taught me to knit and crochet (We're talking super basic, knit-purl stuff here). She told me how superior crocheting was, so I did that. I decided I hated it, and stopped both for, forever. Until last year when I moved to Ohio, decided I needed cold weather clothes and repicked up the habit. Luckily, I'm no longer in Ohio, but still knit like it's going out of style.
5. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
Of course. I even updated it! I only mildly updated my amazon wishlist, but I'm also over on myspace, which has more info about music and movies that I like, and probably more personal info. If you need my handle, let me know.. (I'm a bit of a music and film whore..) As far as books go, I read alot. Mainly modern fiction these days: Brett Easton Ellis, Chuck Palahniuk, Jonathan Lethem, Michael Chabon are the books I usually pick up and oogle..
6. What's your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products etc.)
I like.. citrusy things, some floral.. Anything that's light smelling, and won't overpower everyone in the house.
7. Do you have a sweet tooth?
Yes, but my whole family is diabetic, so I try very hard to avoid them.. :) I bought a candle that smells like oatmeal raisin cookies, and it was gone in a week! :) 8. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do?
Is everything an answer? I love working with my hands. I do model cars mainly these days, if I have time to not knit that is. I also enjoy cross-stitching, and have an odd place in my heart for painting by number...
9. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I bought an ipod a month ago and my boyfriend is afraid it will replace him in my life. :) My music taste is fairly eclectic, but these days it's alot of indie rock, garage rock, punk, underground hip hop, lo-fi.. The last five albums I bought: Gorillaz, The - Demon Days; System of a Down - Mesmerize; Ben Fold - Songs for Silverman; Nine Inch Nails - With Teeth; Pavement - Wowee Zowee..
10. What's your favorite color? Or--do you have a color family/season/palette you prefer? Any colors you just can't stand?
I'm not a bright or pastel fan. I usually stick to darker tones, muted earth tones, etc. I have fairly light skin with olive undertones, so I can't pull off pinks and oranges too well.
11. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I live with a roommate whom I never see.. Other than that, it's just me. I work at a lawfirm, save money for school, and uh, I guess that's it. :)
12. What are your life dreams? (really stretching it here, I know)
Well, since I'm 21 and work at a job I hate and don't make enough money at, #1 goal is to go back to school for.. something! :) Other than that, there's not a lot in the big picture, like most people around my age, I sort of live day to day. I want to learn to surf though...
13. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with?
I <3 soft yarns. Since I live in Texas it's not terribly reasonable for me to knit in tons of lopi wool and stuff like that. Cashmerino, alpaca, stuff like that is my absolute favouritist. Of course, I'm also messy sometimes and need stuff that isn't destroyed should it get some diet soda spilt on it or anything..
14. What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
Not a big mohair fan really, it usually just is too.. hairy for me. It's soft, but I always just want to shave it. hehe. Other than that, I detest like 98% of novelty yarn.
15. What is/are your current knitting obsession/s?
Looking for sock patterns, making a blocking board, been on a knitting with pretty tiny needles kick for a bit too now I think.. I've also been looking for a good cardigan type thing to wear when I get cold, it's becoming an obsession. (Cardigans for those under the age of 30, who primarily wear jeans and t-shirts)
16. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
Looking at all the projects I've completed, I'd say I usually go for things that are fairly portable and small. But those are of course, probably why they're done. hehehe. I enjoy knitting socks quite a bit, and really more than anything, like knitting something for someone I know who will enjoy it.
17. What are you knitting right now?
Like, actively knitting, or are possibly going to be completed sometime ever? ACTIVELY, I'm knitting a Harry Potter Azkaban scarf for a pregnant co-worker. I'm waiting on a new needle from Brittany so I can continue work on the Go With the Flow socks from Summer's Interweave, and Hush Hush from knitty. There are other things sitting in the mysteriousness that is my stash, but we don't talk about them, because if you don't think about them, they're not there. :)
18. What do you think about ponchos?
Well, to save space, let's just say that Manolo and I agree on the subject. But I mean, if you like ponchos, that's good for you and all, they're just.. not for me.
19. Do you prefer straight or circular needles?
Uhm, I usually knit however works best with the pattern. I have no problem knitting flat or circular, if pressed I'd say I have more nice flat needles than circulars, so I might pick that. (I hate most of my circular pairs.. hehe)
20. Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I prefer wood usually. Except for really tiny sock needles. I'm waiting for another needle for my Brittany sz. 1s because I accidently snapped one in half making a pair of socks. Or a nice set of Addi Turbos, I'll make an exception there.
21. Are you a sock knitter?
With that question, I feel as though it's a crime! But yes, sock knitters are sock knitters, that's for sure. I usually make really cheap pairs, but own a few nice pairs. Handdyed and soft just make my feet feel sexier. ;)
22. How did you learn to knit?
There was the aforementioned story. Plus a book. I forget which book, but I read it and re-learned. Originally my grandmother taught me, and she learned from elementary school in Austria.
23. How old is your oldest UFO?
Like I said, they sit in my stash. I don't bother them, they don't bother me. ;)
24. What is your favorite animated character or a favorite animal/bird?
I have a special place in my heart for Stitch (From Disney's Lilo & Stitch). I also dig penguins..
25. What is your favorite holiday?
Any day where I don't have to work? :) I guess I don't really have one..
26. Is there anything that you collect?
Yarn? Needles? Row Counters? No, not really I guess. :)
27. What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I buy Interweave usually, and browse Vogue every issue (and sometimes buy), I look at Rowan2 and Rebecca as well if given the chance..
28. Any books out there you are dying to get your hands on?
I'd like some sock pattern books, but I'm not dying for any particular book persay. My amazon list has some. The last book I really considered buying was Teva's New one, Loop De Loop.
Okay, there is more information about me than anyone can ever want. Use it in good faith my friend! I can't wait to read my Secret Pal's! *giddy noises*
Yep, I'm still talking...
I've been reading others' blogs and lurking around knitty, knitting, working, playing WoW, playing softball, soccer, and wakeboarding. Aside from that though, same old same old I suppose... Anyhow, like everyone else in the online-knitting-world, I've joined SP5, and here is my little quiz thingie. I can't wait for this, I so enjoy giving things to people! Here we go!
Yes and no I suppose.. I very, very much prefer working with nice stuff, but I usually don't buy anything without something in mind to do with it. Sometimes though, cheaper stuff is the best thing. Sometimes the best thing is something cheap. My ipod doesn't need to be covered in hand painted wool or anything, but you know, I'd like to be!
No, oh my goodness, do you? I'm so jealous. I don't have the time, money, or space really to spin. As far as crocheting goes, I do, as in, I know how to, but I really don't do it. Because, well, it just isn't my thing. I crocheted like.. 50 snowflakes a year or two ago and haven't even wanted to look at a hook since.
I don't like anything super heavy perfumey or smokey, and the significant other is allergic to pets. Other than that, papayas are the only thing (aside from bug bites) I'm allergic to. (Read: don't send me bugs! hehehe)
Well, many moons ago my grandmother taught me to knit and crochet (We're talking super basic, knit-purl stuff here). She told me how superior crocheting was, so I did that. I decided I hated it, and stopped both for, forever. Until last year when I moved to Ohio, decided I needed cold weather clothes and repicked up the habit. Luckily, I'm no longer in Ohio, but still knit like it's going out of style.
Of course. I even updated it! I only mildly updated my amazon wishlist, but I'm also over on myspace, which has more info about music and movies that I like, and probably more personal info. If you need my handle, let me know.. (I'm a bit of a music and film whore..) As far as books go, I read alot. Mainly modern fiction these days: Brett Easton Ellis, Chuck Palahniuk, Jonathan Lethem, Michael Chabon are the books I usually pick up and oogle..
I like.. citrusy things, some floral.. Anything that's light smelling, and won't overpower everyone in the house.
Yes, but my whole family is diabetic, so I try very hard to avoid them.. :) I bought a candle that smells like oatmeal raisin cookies, and it was gone in a week! :)
Is everything an answer? I love working with my hands. I do model cars mainly these days, if I have time to not knit that is. I also enjoy cross-stitching, and have an odd place in my heart for painting by number...
I bought an ipod a month ago and my boyfriend is afraid it will replace him in my life. :) My music taste is fairly eclectic, but these days it's alot of indie rock, garage rock, punk, underground hip hop, lo-fi.. The last five albums I bought: Gorillaz, The - Demon Days; System of a Down - Mesmerize; Ben Fold - Songs for Silverman; Nine Inch Nails - With Teeth; Pavement - Wowee Zowee..
I'm not a bright or pastel fan. I usually stick to darker tones, muted earth tones, etc. I have fairly light skin with olive undertones, so I can't pull off pinks and oranges too well.
I live with a roommate whom I never see.. Other than that, it's just me. I work at a lawfirm, save money for school, and uh, I guess that's it. :)
Well, since I'm 21 and work at a job I hate and don't make enough money at, #1 goal is to go back to school for.. something! :) Other than that, there's not a lot in the big picture, like most people around my age, I sort of live day to day. I want to learn to surf though...
I <3 soft yarns. Since I live in Texas it's not terribly reasonable for me to knit in tons of lopi wool and stuff like that. Cashmerino, alpaca, stuff like that is my absolute favouritist. Of course, I'm also messy sometimes and need stuff that isn't destroyed should it get some diet soda spilt on it or anything..
Not a big mohair fan really, it usually just is too.. hairy for me. It's soft, but I always just want to shave it. hehe. Other than that, I detest like 98% of novelty yarn.
Looking for sock patterns, making a blocking board, been on a knitting with pretty tiny needles kick for a bit too now I think.. I've also been looking for a good cardigan type thing to wear when I get cold, it's becoming an obsession. (Cardigans for those under the age of 30, who primarily wear jeans and t-shirts)
Looking at all the projects I've completed, I'd say I usually go for things that are fairly portable and small. But those are of course, probably why they're done. hehehe. I enjoy knitting socks quite a bit, and really more than anything, like knitting something for someone I know who will enjoy it.
Like, actively knitting, or are possibly going to be completed sometime ever? ACTIVELY, I'm knitting a Harry Potter Azkaban scarf for a pregnant co-worker. I'm waiting on a new needle from Brittany so I can continue work on the Go With the Flow socks from Summer's Interweave, and Hush Hush from knitty. There are other things sitting in the mysteriousness that is my stash, but we don't talk about them, because if you don't think about them, they're not there. :)
Well, to save space, let's just say that Manolo and I agree on the subject. But I mean, if you like ponchos, that's good for you and all, they're just.. not for me.
Uhm, I usually knit however works best with the pattern. I have no problem knitting flat or circular, if pressed I'd say I have more nice flat needles than circulars, so I might pick that. (I hate most of my circular pairs.. hehe)
I prefer wood usually. Except for really tiny sock needles. I'm waiting for another needle for my Brittany sz. 1s because I accidently snapped one in half making a pair of socks. Or a nice set of Addi Turbos, I'll make an exception there.
With that question, I feel as though it's a crime! But yes, sock knitters are sock knitters, that's for sure. I usually make really cheap pairs, but own a few nice pairs. Handdyed and soft just make my feet feel sexier. ;)
There was the aforementioned story. Plus a book. I forget which book, but I read it and re-learned. Originally my grandmother taught me, and she learned from elementary school in Austria.
Like I said, they sit in my stash. I don't bother them, they don't bother me. ;)
I have a special place in my heart for Stitch (From Disney's Lilo & Stitch). I also dig penguins..
Any day where I don't have to work? :) I guess I don't really have one..
Yarn? Needles? Row Counters? No, not really I guess. :)
I buy Interweave usually, and browse Vogue every issue (and sometimes buy), I look at Rowan2 and Rebecca as well if given the chance..
I'd like some sock pattern books, but I'm not dying for any particular book persay. My amazon list has some. The last book I really considered buying was Teva's New one, Loop De Loop.
Okay, there is more information about me than anyone can ever want. Use it in good faith my friend! I can't wait to read my Secret Pal's! *giddy noises*
Yep, I'm still talking...
posted by Reina at 3:13 PM
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