I’ve really got nothing for you today. No interesting pictures. Just this one of my new Woolee Winder for my Little Gem, which I’m getting to know. Very different feel than the flyer that came with the wheel–the winder and the bobbin use a lot of wood, so they’re heavier than the light flyer and plastic bobbin which makes the braking completely different. But it’s a pleasure, of course.

My new bag is working out just beautifully. Pretty and functional. I’m so happy.

I need to take another look at my purple cabled sweater, though. I’m doing the raglan shaping at the top and the piece just seems so long . . . I need to recheck the schematics and remeasure to see if I’m on target or not. You know, before finishing this piece and making the others and THEN realizing the whole thing is too long.

So, anyway, since there’s so little else to talk about, let me focus the rest of this post on Public Service Announcements.

LIke, as a public service announcement, don’t forget that Gloating Day is this weekend. Remember, this is open to all religions, faiths, creeds, even atheists–all that’s necessary is that you have no Christmas shopping to do–either because your shopping is finished, or because, well, you don’t buy any Christmas presents anyway. (Click the link for the complete explanation.)

Of course, the REAL public service announcements: the Harlot’s drive for Knitters Without Borders. Wendy’s Heifer International fund-raiser. Raising money for really good causes.

You know, really, you can gloat much better on a clear conscience.

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