SP7

for those who need to know, they'll understand this post :)

SP7 info:

1. Are you a yarn snob (do you prefer higher quality and/or natural fibers)? Do you avoid Red Heart and Lion Brand?
i'd like to say i'm a bit of a yarn snob, but i have a hard time splurging on fancy yarn for myself. i do use craft store yarn [lion brand, moda dea, bernat, etc...] but i'd really like to start upgrading to nicer products in the near future :) i have a hard time finding "nice" yarn without a high wool content.

2. Do you spin? Crochet?
spin, no; crochet, yes i know how, but don't very often

3. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
i have an interchangeable needle set that came with a case; i store other needles in a mason jar for easy access.

4. How long have you been knitting? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
15+ years; intermediate bordering on advanced

5. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
amazon, not entirely knitting-related, which i will be updating soon. will be making a knitpicks wishlist soon.

6. What's your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products etc.)
raspberry, vanilla, coffee

7. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
i *love* chocolate. oh, and french martinis.

8. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do?
i'm trying everything. currently remodeling/renovating my house that was a foreclosure; also an accomplished seamstress: hoping to get that website up and running soon; i'm a designer by day, that must be where all the DIY-ing comes from :)

9. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
ipod, computer + car stereo play mp3s. usually on rotation... dashboard confessional, r.e.m., death cab, alkaline trio, shins, postal service, mates of state, cake. currently enjoying say hi to your mom, arcade fire, hot hot heat, clap your hands say yeah, nada surf, etc...

10. What's your favorite color? Or--do you have a color family/season/palette you prefer? Any colors you just can't stand?
i love blues, greys, black, olive/basil-y greens, burgundys; i really do not like yellow, red, purple, bright primaries...

11. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
currently living with boyfriend [ian] of almost 4 years, with our deaf dog sydney, our 2 cats black & tan, and a handful of fish.

12. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
yes on scarves + mittens/gloves, occasionally hats. i kind of like ponchos but they do not like me. they overwhelm my small frame and i just look silly :P

13. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with?
hmm... for being a yarn snob, i actually do like simply soft for baby garments/easy wash stuff, but wouldn't say its my favorite. im searching for the perfect one.

14. What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
not a fan of scratchy acrylic, fur/eyelash yarns, novelty junk. i'm semi-allergic to wool, but i still work with it. wondering if alpaca would bother me too...

15. What is/are your current knitting obsession/s?
don't think i have one, other than starting 10 projects at a time.

16. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
can't say i have a favorite at the moment

17. What are you knitting right now?
working on my first felted project, a bag; turtleneck shrug; silvery grey dressier hoodie; a pair of gloves; a few gifts in progress; the list goes on and on... hoping to start a lelah and hot lava soon.

18. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
only if they're super cool and unique :) hehe.

19. Do you prefer straight or circular needles?
i use both, depending on project.

20. Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
i prefer aluminum over plastic, but i've never tried bamboo.

21. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
nope.

22. How did you learn to knit?
self-taught via book

23. How old is your oldest UFO?
umm.... at least 1 1/2 years.... :( its stuffed in a closet somewhere

24. What is your favorite animated character or a favorite animal/bird?
i do love ugly dolls

25. What is your favorite holiday?
i don't really have a favorite holiday...they're all important for one reason or another. i *love* fall tho.

26. Is there anything that you collect?
hmm... not really...

27. What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
none

28. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on?
the rowan butterfly pattern; i've checked last minute knitted gifts out of the library so often i think it should be on my list now as well. i'll think of others and post soon :)

29. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
can't think of any at the moment.

30. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
as much as i hate wearing socks, i am anxious to try sock knitting. it makes no sense. i'm a size 5.5/6

31. When is your birthday? (mm/dd)
june 1

misc: as stated above, semi-allergic to wool. i say "semi" because its my own diagnosis :) some wool fibers make me itchy + blotchy, but i haven't figured out if its all types or not :
-aimee