I am sorry this took a bit.. I ended up with a sinus infection and just couldn't think straight..
1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
I really do not like acrylics. Since I am new to knitting, I love using different types of yarns.
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
A handmade tie case..
3. How long have you been knitting? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I consider myself a newbie but have tackled some tougher objects.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
Yep.. I guess I need to update it. http://www.amazon.com/o/registry/Y8HRFEREOEAG
5. What's your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products etc.)
I love the smell of apples or spice type things for the home. I love to take baths!! Can you say 5 minutes to myself?
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?Yes, I do.. I will pass on the chocolate though, with my parents having a chocolate shop.. I get more chocolate that I can even imagine eating. My favorite candy but hard to find is sweet-tart brand in little balls. I also like Jelly Worms and Bears.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
Spin me round like a record baby! No, that is one hobby I have not learned yet. Is there anything else than knitting?
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
GreenDay, Billy Joel, Supertramp, Journey, Top 40 just to name a few. Yes, I can play mp3s.
9. What's your favorite color? Or--do you have a color family/season/palette you prefer? Any colors you just can't stand?
Hot Pink is my favorite.. I also like the variagated yarns.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
5 kids, 2 dogs and 3 cats.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
I do not wear hats but scarves, mittens and have not worn a poncho because I have not made one yet.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I have done tons of scarves, 2 sweaters and purses. I guess right now, purses.
13. What are you knitting right now?
My Hidden Agenda Sweater and my 1st pair of socks.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Yes!
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
Circular, addi turbos!
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
Nope
17. How did you learn to knit?
I took a class.
18. How old is your oldest UFO
I don't have one yet!
19. What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas
20. Is there anything that you collect?
I like dragonflies so things with that on it.
21. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I really woulld like those books from the yarnharlot..
22. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
I would like to learn how to do cables and switch to continental knitting.
23. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
I am trying to do my 1st pair but getting frustrated on it so I am not sure yet!
24. When is your birthday? (mm/dd)
8/11
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