Out of Yarn! Help!

Sometimes when I start to create something for the first time, I don't necessarily think the thing all the way through, and then I'll run out of yarn. Most of the time I tend to use yarn that comes in colors that have been around for years and that I know I can easily find.

Did this happen this time? No...and of course it's the piece I'm pretty psyched about. It's kind of like this Swirly Scarf except that it's more intricate, will be an infinity scarf, and it's made of wool.

It was almost finished (because of course that's when it always happens, it never happens when you're only a quarter of the way through and can easily change gears...although, come to think of it, if I ran out of yarn a quarter of the way through, then I'd really have to reevaluate my eyesight and my guestimation abilities). I have half of the outer border and the inner border to go.

If you have, or know anyone that has PATONS YARN IN ROYAL PURPLE, I would be very happy if you contacted me so that I can buy just one more skein...(Ha! That almost makes me sound like a drug user).

I'll also continue my search online and hopefully, someday, this piece will make it into my shop.

Sunday Funday Video - Alan! Alan! Alan!

Another week has passed and again it's time for the Sunday Funday Video of the week. My friend posted this on Facebook last week and I thought it was so funny I had to share it with you.

The best of the talking animals on BBC!

Funky Ties

If I were a guy, I know I'd be one of those people that would wear one of those tacky, fun ties everyday for work. I love those things! Whenever the boyfriend and I are out shopping, I try to get him to buy them, but to this, he simply rolls his eyes. One reason, he doesn't often wear ties, and secondly, he thinks, as many do, that they are tacky.

I know it's perfectly acceptable for a woman to wear a tie if she chooses, but nothing in my wardrobe would look good with any tie, tacky or not. So I just contend myself to look at them and compliment those that I see wearing them.

Maybe someday I'll be rich enough to buy a whole new wardrobe just to go with all the ties I want to buy.

Friday's Favorites...Keep your winter warm!

In some parts of the country, not mine per se, but in many parts, it's really cold outside. We, as warm blooded creatures, must stay warm...and keep our young ones warm as well.

Here are a few ideas for that... You can't stay bundled in your house till spring, so go out and stay cozy in style!

Warm Submissions

I swear there is a warm bubble around my house. And though it sounds nice and cozy, it can lead to some issues. It doesn't matter if I check the thermometer, go out the front door or the back door, I always think, "My, it's a lovely day, I don't need a coat."

Then when I get about 1/4 of a mile away from my house, park the car and start walking to where ever I was going I think, "What was I thinking? It's freezing out here!" And I look around to see that everyone else was smart and bundled up.

I've taken to leaving warm stuff in my car for such occasions.


Submissions:

Every Friday, I put together an etsy mini of some of my favorite items made by other sellers, post it on my blog, and call it the Friday's Favorites.

This week I'm looking for warm clothes and accessories! If you have something great for winter in your shop, post the link in the comments and check back tomorrow for the Friday's Favorites!

Until Next Winter...

Dear Christmas Tree,

I know I left you up much longer than I should, but you were so pretty with all your colored lights, and your Jack in the Box antenna ball at the top always made me smile. But now that it's almost February...(man, I take procrastination to new levels)...it's time to go back into your box and into your summer home in the garage.

Goodnight, sleep tight, and don't let whatever's crawling in the garage bite.

Joan

Take it off Tuesday.. Doggie Style

This week's deal is this Hooded Dog Sweater with Fur Trim. Made from a soft acrylic yarn and with fun fur touches, your dog can not only be stylish, but stay warm too.

For today only, you can be the proud owner of this hoodie, and get 35% off! The coupon code is: TUESDAY, plus, as with everything in my store, there's FREE SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE US AND CANADA!

There is only one available in my shop right now, so whoever buys it is the one who gets the deal.

Happy shopping!