The Debbie Bliss event exceeded all my expectations; it was SO MUCH FUN! I had heard that she was very shy so I wasnt expecting her to be as easy to talk to, but by the end of the day I felt like we were old pals. She also gave glowing praise to my opera glove and was impressed that the pattern had come out of my head rather than a book. Perhaps she was just being nice, but I was flattered just the same.

All of us at the Ewe are such a bunch of groupies. We cant stop talking about her and how inspired we were by hearing her talk about her experiences. I had been limiting my pattern design to things that are small and easy, but thanks to her encouragement, I will tackle a sweater! It probably will be something I submit around for publication, rather than give it away for free on here, but if I succeed this will be a real coup for me. Im already making swatches and have almost settled on a lace/cable pattern.

Rumor has it that she had fun here as well, and may even be willing to come back to Texas in the future... stay tuned!

Other news:
-I spun a few yarns this month and they are now available in the store. (One of them was supposed to be a thank-you gift for Debbie, but in the bustle of Friday morning, I forgot to bring it with me. It's one of my favorites that I've ever made.)

-The felted Potter Puppet Pals are very close to being done. I just realized I forgot to give them all arms, but after that, into the washer they go!

-I got a request for the beaded necklace pattern, that can also now be found in the freebie section.