AHEDE Topic of the Week #5

I missed a few of the All Hallow's Eve Dishcloth Exchange Topics but I'm back on track.
This weeks topic :
If you could go anywhere at all to enjoy a wonderful fall vacation - where would you go and why?

I think I'd probably have to pick somewhere in the Northwest US such as Oregon, Washington or Idaho. I've never been out that direction and from what I've seen in photos it's a lot like Minnesota (with mountains) which I love in the Fall. I can't get enough of all the colors.

My dishcloth pal received her package this week and loved it.

Another prize will be given away tomorrow, get your comments in now!

All Hallows Eve Dishcloth Exchange Questionnaire

Knotting Yarn
1. Do you knit or crochet? I knit only, I tried crochet years ago but it never stuck. For how long? since December 2002

2. What sort of needles or hooks do you enjoy using the most? I'll use just about anything but I favor birch needles. Are there some you've been dying to try out and haven't? Not that I can think of.

3. What kind of projects do you most enjoy? Socks, dishcloths, felted items: slippers, bags Small things you can take with you, or big complex ones that are just gorgeous when they're done? Small, portable projects.

4. List one pattern for a dishcloth that you love to make, or just tell us about one you've made or received that you loved. My favorite is a variety of the ball band dishcloth from Mason-Dixon Knitting, I make it a little bit smaller than the original pattern.

5. What are your 'must have' notions? Darning needles in a Chibi, scissors. Are there any notions you need or can never have enough of? I like fun stitch markers but I probably have a lifetimes supply. Any that might make you cry if you owned more? No.

Petting Yarn
6. What are your favorite yarns to work with? I love wool, of course! Any you hate or are allergic to? I'm not a huge fan of plasticky novelty stuff.

7. What colors do you like to use in projects? I tend to gravitate towards bright colors. Any we'd never catch on your needles? Probably not.

8. Any cottons you'd like to try you can't find by you, or just haven't gotten around to getting? I don't know..??..

Halloween, Fall, and General Stuff
9. Do you like to use bar soap or shower gel more? Bar soap What kinds of scents do you love? Fresh smells, vanilla, fruit What kind do you hate? Rose, Gardenia, etc...strong floral scents.

10. What's more 'Halloweeny' - Ghosts, Pumpkins, or Witches? Pumpkins, but I like them all.

11. What's your favorite Treat to get? Peanut M & M's Sweet or Salty? Either / Both Anything you're allergic to or just hate? Nope

12. What was your favorite Halloween Costume as a kid? A bear costume that my brother originally wore in a 3 Little Bears play As an adult?? I don't dress up anymore!

13. Are you on Ravelry? Yes What's your ID? smileshiner72

Summer Colors

As tempting as it was to keep this wee sock, I did send it off to my August wee sock swap partner. I thought about these socks as I was making them, reminds me of all the colors of summer. These little wee socks are just the right amount of knitting for what has turned out to be quite a busy summer for me.

Pattern: Wee Tiny Sock by Yarn Miracle
Yarn: Koigu KPPPM - scraps
Needles: Size 0 bamboo dpn's
Started: August 7, 2008
Finished: August 8, 2008
Knit for: August Wee Sock Swap Pal (Ravelry swap) - the quarter added for scale is a clue to where the sock was mailed.

The Heat is On

Not a whole heck of a lot happening around here besides working, bicycling, yard work, cooking and just a tiny bit of knitting and quilting.

Pattern: Wee Tiny Sock by Yarn Miracle
Yarn: Knit Picks Sock Garden - Zinnia
Needles: Size 1 birch dpn's
Started: July 14, 2008
Finished: July 19, 2008
Knit for: July Wee Sock Swap Pal (Ravelry swap) - the quarter added for scale is a clue to where the sock was mailed.

Spring Wee Sock

Almost a week ago (gosh, I'm a slacker) my friend Splatgirl hosted a really fun crafty chix brunch. While there, I managed to knit another wee sock for a swap on Ravelry. I kept my mouth shut and my ears opened long enough to concentrate on this project. Usually I'm talking so much I don't get anything accomplished.

Pattern: Wee Tiny Sock by Yarn Miracle
Yarn: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Sock - Neon
Needles: Size 1 birch dpn's
Started: April 27, 2008
Finished: April 27, 2008
Knit for: Spring Wee Sock Swap Pal - the quarter added for scale is a clue to where the sock was mailed.

Wee Sock

This weekend I knit a wee sock for a swap I signed up for. IMO, this is a great idea for a swap...just a little something for a new pal, we were assigned the pal on Friday and the mailing date is tomorrow. Not enough time to put it off or forget about it and a great way to meet new blog friends. I can't wait to get my wee sock!

Pattern: Wee Tiny Sock by Yarn Miracle
Yarn: Knit Picks color your own sock yarn (I dyed in 2006 and made these socks)
Needles: Size 0 bamboo dpn's
Started: March 29, 2008
Finished: March 30, 2008
Knit for: Wee Sock Swap Pal