I have worked with yarn from RSBSY twice- for my Prim hat and Elder Tree Shawl. By the time I began my Elder Tree, I knew this was one of my favorite indie-dyed yarns. They have a gorgeous assortment of color ways in both semi-solid and variegated, both equally appealing to me. Usually, It feels like fate that they began a yarn club just as I was considering joining one.
This winter club theme is inspired by Alice in Wonderland. Take a look at January's yarn. It's called Muchier Muchness, based on The Mad Hatter. It came in the mail a few days after I'd decided I need to work with more red/browns and orange. Seriously, is that coincidence or fate?
I was all set to use whatever skein I received this month for socks, since knitting them is one of my goals this year. But, when I saw this colorway, I just couldn't do it. There's something very practical in me that says nice things shouldn't get worn to bits by your feet. I realize this is nutty since I have a little stockpile of beautiful sock yarn bought for the purpose of socks, but I reason that if it's self-striping or Patons brand it should be socks and the rest... well, I'll decide when I get to it. So, this skein will be knit into Michelle Krause's Simple Spring Shawl design. Only my version is very much a Fall-looking accessory.
(image via Pinterest)
I can't wait to see February's colorway, based on the Red Queen. Just looking at the photo of Helena Bonham-Carter's character makes me think 1) It will be a perfect colorway for Valentine's and 2) I need to re-watch A Room with a View.
Have any of you guys ever joined a yarn club or any monthly club, for that matter?
P.S. Red Sock Blue Sock did have a crazy good 50% off sale going on all of their old bases. I totally birthday week-treated myself on some. I'm not sure what's left, but it's worth checking out.
P.S. Red Sock Blue Sock did have a crazy good 50% off sale going on all of their old bases. I totally birthday week-treated myself on some. I'm not sure what's left, but it's worth checking out.
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