June 13, 2007
Yarn, and Bags, and Stitchmarkers, oh my!
First the yarn. Wow. All I can say is wow! Look at the beauty that is this yarn. Dyed, by the amazingly talented Mary Kay...aka Red Rocks Fiber Works and named for me! I couldn't resist...so I bought all 10 skeins that she made. Now before you say, "Stacey, you are a greedy, greedy wool pig" know that I gave half of it to my mother, so I only have 5 skeins in my posession at the moment. It is destined to become a shawl of some sort.
This was my reaction when I saw the color. (click to see)
Now for the bag. My roommate couldn't wait for my birthday, so on Monday morning she gave me her gift. A huge hot pink bag filled with yummy grapefruit-smelling items. Mmmm...I just love the smell of citrus. Thanks Jenny! (she got the bag, for all those who are wondering, at Bath & Body Works)
Stichmarkers...well, have I got some cute ones! These were purchased on my trip to Kansas City and were made by Knit Wit Momma. They are little pewter sheep with Swarovski crystals on each marker. Too cute to resist. They have several other sets (cats, knitting, and ceramic sheep) that I'm interested in. Stitchmarkers are the one knitting notion that I just can't have enough of! Love them!
These markers are from Colorful Yarns...and no, I didn't buy them all. They have all kinds of sheep and alpacas and flamingos. I'll post some more info on them later this week. If you desperately need some before then...contact the shop.
This last item that I have to show you is my new jewelry made from vintage knitting needles! I got a necklace and earrings from my parents. These were designed by Liana Kabel. She does some amazing stuff. Check it out!
That's all for now...I'm headed to my knit group birthday party tonight and then it's my birthday tomorrow!
Posted by Stacey at June 13, 2007 10:34 AMSuch good stuff! Have fun tonight, and I wish I could be there!
Posted by: cyn at June 13, 2007 04:47 PMLooks like you had a great time, and Happy Birthday! I love the socks named after you!
Posted by: Rachel at June 13, 2007 06:30 PMOh, such beautiful things. You know I love your colorway. Of course you had to have enough to make something beautiful. I love that haircut and when you "wash" your hair, hehe!
Posted by: Wanda at June 13, 2007 06:33 PMLove the yarn....I don't blame you for grabbing all of it! Hope you have a wonderful knitty birthday and I really enjoy your blog.
Posted by: Rusty at June 13, 2007 06:34 PMYou should be getting some more markers in the mail soon :-)
Posted by: Jenn at June 13, 2007 09:36 PMBeautiful yarn!!! Love the bag and stitchmarkers! That jewelery is so cool! Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Zonda at June 13, 2007 10:23 PMThat is wonderful stuff! I love the yarn that Mary Kay named after you! How special that is!
I am the same way with stitch markers! I LOVE them!
BTW: Happy Birthday!
Marly
Posted by: Yarn Thing at June 13, 2007 11:06 PMIt is after midnight, so officially~~Happy Birthday!!
Posted by: julie at June 14, 2007 01:45 AMHAPPY BIRTHDAY, STACEY!!
Posted by: Joanne at June 14, 2007 06:47 AMHappy Birthday!
Wonderful gifts!
I hope your day is a great one!
Posted by: Christine at June 14, 2007 08:32 AMTanti auguri a te!!
Happy birthday dear!!!
OMG - how cool is it that you got your own colorway!?! Awesome. I totally love the jewelry too - that's a great pic. Happy birthday!!!
Posted by: Ann at June 14, 2007 10:57 AMHappy Birthday, Stacey! Love the stitch markers!
Posted by: Terrie at June 14, 2007 01:17 PMHappy Birthday Stacey! I hope you are being pampered and taken care of by your friends and family today! Haven't you heard? 30 is the new 20 --so Party On or should I say Knit On!
Have an awesome day:)
Posted by: Marisol at June 14, 2007 06:09 PMThat necklace looks fantastic with the glasses! Lovely stuff.
Posted by: Faith at June 14, 2007 08:52 PMHope you had a wonderful birthday!
Posted by: Cathi at June 14, 2007 10:05 PMThat reaction you had to the yarn? That's what I want to do but never dare to do. Maybe you've given me the courage to grab and hug the next time I feel like it!
Posted by: Batty at June 15, 2007 06:59 AMHope you had a wonderful birthday, Stacey!
Posted by: Allegra at June 15, 2007 08:59 AMMany many birthday blessings to you Stacey! I hope the party continues! Very cool necklace!
Posted by: Lynne at June 15, 2007 10:44 AMFirst off, I am delurking here, so Happy Birthday Staci! Secondly, I thought I should tell you after seeing all your yarn and purse purchases while on trips...Last week on vacation, I bought my first souvenir purse and it was large enough to fit in some extra yarn. You would be proud.
Posted by: Jen at June 16, 2007 07:42 AMHappy Birthday!!
Posted by: monica at June 16, 2007 05:07 PMHi Stacey - Happy Birthday!
Thank you so much for wearing my jewellery (and buying it too!) it is always wonderful to find out who actually ends up with it. Your second parcel is on it's way.
Happy Birthday...the colorway named after you is so perfectly dyed with all those bright colors you love. Very nice post & thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Beatriz at June 17, 2007 03:53 PMWhat a great haul! You certainly know how to celebrate a birthday in style.
Posted by: Ruth at June 19, 2007 08:35 PM