I exchange gifts with a number of friends around the country. This is supposed to be a Christmas exchange, but sometimes, things get delayed. It’s fine, because it’s so much fun getting a fun package in January.
Vivian is from Texas, got to love Texas, Texans are full of state pride.
What I really love is the shawl she knit me. Not only did she knit it, she also dyed the yarn. She is now my source for hand-dyed yarn, Hillview Yarns.
January in LA means the Camellias are blooming. I have one bush, but my neighbors’ bushes always show off with a riot of color.
I happen to be wearing a sweater I knit that matches this shawl perfectly. How cool is that?
Then there is the gift I made. Shannon Fabrics has put out a very easy pattern for this blanket, using both their double gauze fabric and their super soft cuddle.
I didn’t pre-wash the fabrics, just threw it into the machine after I put it together, it came out great.
Eyal likes it.
He sure is getting big. Very serious right here, although these days, he has that wonderful baby smile – where his whole face lights up. I was too busy enjoying the smiles to worry about getting a picture.
Leah