I'm currently laid up with what we think is Slapped Cheek. Slapped cheek is a thing that kids get, and my bosses daughter had a case. When it affects adults it shows up as joint pain and swelling and flu like symptoms. Ouch. As a result I can't do much knitting or spinning or crochet.
What else can I do but have a think about what my goals for 2017 should be?
My goals for 2016 were fairly simple
So I managed 2 and 3, and the less said about goal 1 the better I suppose. I must have added at least 100 skeins or balls of yarn to the stash this year. To be fair, I did go to Canada (where I bought lots of yarn) and have a fortuitous year with Wonderwool this year. By comparison, I've used up around 60; which really is no mean feat.
Proposed Goals!*
1) Yarn Management! I'm still thinking I need something with stash management. Maybe I should try and reverse the ratios! 200g out for every 100g in!
2) Spinning! I'd like to spin at least 6 braids/quantities of fibre next year. That gives me 2 months per braid so should be doable.
3) Weaving I'd like to weave at least 4 things - One a quarter shouldn't be too hard. Even if it is just scrap yarn blankets for the animals at the shelter.
4) SOCKS 12 pairs of socks - this has become a non negotiable part of my knitting life. I'm mostly selfish; and I bet at least 8 pairs will be for me. No apologies, sock yarn is AMAZING and hand knitted socks are the.best.thing.ever
5) 4ply Scrap Management - So I have my Zoom Loom Blanket I'm in two minds as to if I just want to finish this damn thing already *or* if I want to keep going for next year. I really want to start a cozy memories blanket. Part of me is very tempted to just finish the Zoom Loom blanket before 2017 and devote 2017 to a cozy memories. Let me know what you think!
* Goals may be suitable to change at 0 notice. I'd like to revisit this post before the new year starts and see what's changed, or if any of the goals still appeal to me or not. In 2017 I'll probably check in once a quarter.
What else can I do but have a think about what my goals for 2017 should be?
My goals for 2016 were fairly simple
- 80/20 Yarn used to yarn bought ratio (We’ll see how this goes!)
- Finish using 2015’s Wonderwool yarn before 2016’s WW
(Faberge, Sunny Days Shawlette, Pink Topaz) - 12 pairs of Socks in 2016
So I managed 2 and 3, and the less said about goal 1 the better I suppose. I must have added at least 100 skeins or balls of yarn to the stash this year. To be fair, I did go to Canada (where I bought lots of yarn) and have a fortuitous year with Wonderwool this year. By comparison, I've used up around 60; which really is no mean feat.
Proposed Goals!*
1) Yarn Management! I'm still thinking I need something with stash management. Maybe I should try and reverse the ratios! 200g out for every 100g in!
2) Spinning! I'd like to spin at least 6 braids/quantities of fibre next year. That gives me 2 months per braid so should be doable.
3) Weaving I'd like to weave at least 4 things - One a quarter shouldn't be too hard. Even if it is just scrap yarn blankets for the animals at the shelter.
4) SOCKS 12 pairs of socks - this has become a non negotiable part of my knitting life. I'm mostly selfish; and I bet at least 8 pairs will be for me. No apologies, sock yarn is AMAZING and hand knitted socks are the.best.thing.ever
5) 4ply Scrap Management - So I have my Zoom Loom Blanket I'm in two minds as to if I just want to finish this damn thing already *or* if I want to keep going for next year. I really want to start a cozy memories blanket. Part of me is very tempted to just finish the Zoom Loom blanket before 2017 and devote 2017 to a cozy memories. Let me know what you think!
* Goals may be suitable to change at 0 notice. I'd like to revisit this post before the new year starts and see what's changed, or if any of the goals still appeal to me or not. In 2017 I'll probably check in once a quarter.
This is the second episode I have watched as only just found you. I think your podcast is lovely and it's great that you don't use only indie yarns as, like you say, we can't all afford them. Last time I particularly liked your spinning chat as a while ago I won a skein of yarn and one of fibre. I bought a drop spindle, watched some you tube tutorials and look guiltily at said spindle on my bookshelf. Your rat pictures are cute and they were obviously much loved. What pet could ask for more? I think the more other podcasters mention you the more your viewers will grow. See you next time. X
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