1. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with? What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?
I prefer natural fibers, the softer the better. Cotton is fine, although it can be a bit rough on my hands. I’m not a fan of acrylics like fun fur and I haven’t tried linen or hemp. I’d love to try soy silk or bamboo….
2. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?
I have a wrap thingy for my small needles and a tube for the larger ones. I wish it were a bit more organized, though.
3. How long have you been knitting & how did you learn? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?
I learned how to knit when I was in 2nd grade, didn’t knit for a lot of my childhood, then picked it up again just after college. I’m willing to give any pattern a try but I’m not to the stage where I feel comfortable designing something complicated on my own.
4. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?
Sure do:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/registry/2TGHEJFINIE8B 5. What's your favorite scent?
I like light, citrus-y scents. Nothing to floral or heavy.
6. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?
Yes.
I love junk food. I love chocolate (especially dark chocolate) and I like any citrus or sour flavored candy. I also like mint flavored sweets.
7. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? Do you spin?
I’m into photography and I have a drop spindle, but don’t use it much. I also like to garden and I love wine and cooking. I’ve never been able to figure out crochet (people say it is easy, but apparently I’m just not coordinated enough).
8. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)
I have fairly eclectic tastes. I mostly listen to the local Alternative radio station, I love Jack Johnson, Pearl Jam, STP and I like indie bands like Jet, The Strokes, The Killers, Modest Mouse. I listen to Jazz, Classical and Opera. I’m not a huge fan of hip hop and rap (although, I like some old school rap). My computer can play mp3s.
9. What's your favorite color(s)? Any colors you just can't stand?
I’m not a pink fan usually, although *some* pink with the right combination of colors is fine. I like jewel tones, especially crimson/burgundy, greens (light and dark), blues, purples
10. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?
I have a dog and a husband.
11. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?
I love scarves, hats and mittens. Not really a poncho person.
12. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?
I like quick knits, I like lace, and lately I’ve been into socks.
13. What are you knitting right now?
I have some lace on the needles (from Victorian Lace Today), and a pair of socks.
14. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?
Of course!
15. Do you prefer straight or circular needles? Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?
It depends on the project. I like bamboo for most projects, my addi lace turbos for lace, and aluminum for socks.
16. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?
Unfortunately, no.
17. How old is your oldest UFO?
Probably 6 months?
18. What is your favorite holiday?
Christmas, and my birthday.
19. Is there anything that you collect?
Not really, other than photography equipment and yarn. Does that count?
20. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on? What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?
I subscribe to Interweave Knits...I have some books listed on my wishlist that I'd love.
21. Are there any new techniques you'd like to learn?
Sure...it is usually project based.
22. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?
I am! I wear a woman's size 8 shoe.
23. When is your birthday?
Aug. 27
24. Are you on Ravelry? If so, what's your ID?
I sure am! Same ID as here, kemaji.