Sleepy Sheep

The knitting, literary, musical, and other miscellaneous adventures of one sleepy sheep.

Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Internet!!

I have just completed the setup of my new internet, which will make my blogging considerably easier.

As for a knitting update, SP11 is just about to get kicked off! I have my match and am ready to begin spoiling her.

On the needles, I have a basic teal blue sock on #2 DPNS in the works. I am currently volunteering in the local weaving center and am also learning how to weave. Will post pics of everything soon!

Tuesday, August 14, 2007

SP11 Questionaire

1.What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
I love knitting with wool. And sock yarns are quickly becoming my favorites. Not a big fan of synthetics.

2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
I have a handmade green, cotton, roll-up needle keeper.

3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I have been knitting for four years. I learned the basics from my lovely Aunt and have knitted ever since. I would say that I am an intermediate knitter

4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
I do not have an updated Amazon list. But perhaps I should create one...

5. What's your favorite scent?
I enjoy some lavender products. And sweet pea Bath and Body Works things. This one is a toughy.

6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
Absolutely. I think fresh candy corns are the best. And dark chocolate. Mounds, cotton candy, etc.

7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
Sometimes I enjoy beading. And I love paper and all stationery. :) I can spin and I am learning to weave.

8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I love music. Favorite bands include Radiohead, Devotchka, Spoon, the Beatles, Muse, Otis Redding, The Jayhawks, Deathcab, Postal Service, Sparklehorse...I'll stop here. Yes, I have mp3 compatible components. Such a great question.

9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
I am so drawn to earth tones. And I especially love burgandies, corals, and so many shades of blues.

10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I live by myself in an apartment built in 1926 with my Scottie, Olive.

11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
I wear scarves, hats and mittens. I wear them every chance I get in the small winters in Texas.

12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I am quickly beginning to love socks.

13. What are you knitting right now?
A pair of teal colored socks.

14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Yes please!

15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
I like them all. I do so like wooden and bamboo needles. Double points, single points. Needles are good.

16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
No

17. How old is your oldest UFO?
A little cardigan for a small cousin. 

18. What is your favorite holiday?
Enjoy Halloween and Christmas the most.

19. Is there anything that you collect?
First edition, first printing books. Paper. Yarn. And the Ed Brubaker’s Daredevil comics.

20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I do not have any knitting supscriptions.

21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
I would like to learn the magic loop technique.

22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
Yes. Have to get back to you on this one.

23. When is your birthday?
May 13

24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
No.