1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
At the moment, I’m in love with natural fibers such as pure wool, merino, cotton, etc. as they are so soft. However, would love to knit with other types of natural fibers one day such as alpaca, silk, and others. I do not like synthetic fibers and novelty yarn so no acrylic please :yuck:.
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
At the moment, I store my needles in separate zipper lock bags. One for circulars and one for dpns. I have needle bag for my straights.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I picked up knitting back in March 2005. My mum has been knitting for as long as I could remember but I never learn from her. Since I’ve been living abroad for a long time and I wanted to pick up something as a hobby and to pass the time. So, I actually picked up knitting from the internet. I still think I am a beginner as I have got so much to learn.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
I do have an Amazon online wish list and it’s located here.
5. What’s your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products, etc.)
My favourite scent would have to be lavender, frangipani, rose, and jasmine.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
I love anything sweet from chocolates (not dark or white chocolate though) to candies to toffees.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I do cross stictch, beading (from necklaces, bracelets, earrings, stitch markers, etc.), digital scrapbooking, cooking and web designing. Would love to try spinning one day!!
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I like sentimental music (those lovey dovey type) and anything else than I can sing-along to. Never like rap or heavy metal those sorts. Apart from that, I like Kenny G’s jazzy saxaphone. Yes, my computer play MP3s.
9. What’s your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can’t stand?
Pink is my favourite and I also like red, lime green, seafoam green, aqua blue, and any other pastel colours. Do not like brown though.
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I’m living with my fiance and we have 2 lovely dogs, Momo and Coco.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
I do wear scarves, hats, mittens and ponchos. I have a few scarfs, 2 beanies, no mittens and 1 poncho.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I don’t have any favourites as of yet but the item that I have knitted most are scarves. Would love to learn how to knit socks one day.
13. What are you knitting right now?
At the moment, I’m knitting a bolero and a sweater.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
I would love to receive handmade gifts as they are more special with a personal touch to it.
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
My favourite needles would have to be circular Addis Turbo. However, can’t wait to try the Knit Picks Options as I’ve ordered and just waiting for it to arrive.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
Unfortunately no.
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
The only UFOs are the bolero and sweater that I’m knitting. Hoping to finish them in the next 2 weeks.
18. What is your favorite holiday?
Chinese New Year, Easter and Christmas.
19. Is there anything that you collect?
I like to collect anything that has to do with Winnie the Pooh or dogs that somehow looks like my two doggies.
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’m currently subscribed to Interweave Knits. Also, I would love to try Hand Maiden Sea Silk and Noro Silk Garden one day.
21. Are there any new techniques you’d like to learn?
Next on my list are cables, socks, lace and intarsia.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
Planning to learn how to knit socks in the next few weeks. I think my foot is 10 inch long and narrow.
23. When is your birthday? (mm/dd)
April 16th. Aries!
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Hooray! I’ve seen some stuff today that I think I might go back & get for you. I’ve got some good ideas now!
Hi. I’ve seen that jumper on another blog, similar colour too, and I really liked it then. You have done really well, and if this is indeed your first jumper, then you should be very happy with your efforts. Congratulations.