Tuesday 08 Apr 2008

The Postman Rings Once, Then Twice, Then . . .

There have been a lot of packages containing yarn and fiber gracing my doorstep in the last few weeks. In my defense (assuming I need one), some have contained yarn for “secret” projects. But, admittedly, the vast majority have surfaced as the result of the undeniable lure of online yarn shopping.

I’d first like to warn everyone that Jen at Woolgirl is evil . . . evil beyond belief. Who does she think she is, enticing me by wrapping those packages up so nicely with real ribbon, candy, and assorted prezzies.

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Plus, now she’s having a sale! It won’t work on me, Jen. Nope. I’ve already bought all you have to offer and plenty from other vendors, too:
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Three Irish Girls sock yarn:

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Dream in Color Smooshy:

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Das Schneeschaf sock yarn:

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PidgeonRoof Studios sock yarn:

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Family Pendragon sock yarn:

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VanCalCar Acres Flock Sock yarn:

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And more sock yarn! These are all from Kim at the Woolen Rabbit.

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And there’s fiber, too! The last two selections from the Hello Yarn fiber club:

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I think I have enough to keep me busy for a while.

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32 comments | socks, spinning, yarn shopping

32 Responses to “The Postman Rings Once, Then Twice, Then . . .”

  1. # Carole on 08 Apr 2008 at 6:36 pm

    Wow! What blog am I at today? This can’t be Susan!

  2. # Joy on 08 Apr 2008 at 6:41 pm

    Oh dear – I see at least 3-4 very serious temptations here … enjoy!

  3. # Rachel on 08 Apr 2008 at 6:58 pm

    I’m having palpitations…

  4. # Lorette on 08 Apr 2008 at 7:01 pm

    Nice yarn haul! I’m really trying hard not to click those links…..

  5. # Donna on 08 Apr 2008 at 7:38 pm

    Are you kidding me? That’s a two week supply at the outside – thank goodness you have Opal for backup ;)

  6. # Beth on 08 Apr 2008 at 8:12 pm

    What are the chances I’ll be able to forget you said ‘sale?’

  7. # Cathy in Va. on 08 Apr 2008 at 8:43 pm

    Those are gorgeous, gorgeous! I’m too envious for words. :)

  8. # Carol on 09 Apr 2008 at 4:08 am

    What a haul! The only problem will be, what to knit first!

  9. # CrazyCatMadame on 09 Apr 2008 at 4:12 am

    You said that Jen at Woolgirl is evil, but then you show us luscious pictures of fabulous sock yarn and mention the word “sale” all in the same post?! I’m not sure who is more evil…. ;-)

    The Family Pendragon yarn really caught me eye. ACK!

  10. # margene on 09 Apr 2008 at 4:49 am

    It’s all SO pretty. I just need to stay away from the links!

  11. # Anne on 09 Apr 2008 at 6:01 am

    Wow! That’s some serious stash enhancement. Planning on making a coupla socks?

  12. # Bridget on 09 Apr 2008 at 6:06 am

    Oh dear. Now I have even more ways to spend my money … you are an enabler!

  13. # Jacey on 09 Apr 2008 at 6:08 am

    I just discovered that site as well! They have beautiful yarn from vendors I’ve never heard of, and the packaging was so lovely! Methinks I’ll have to stop by again for the sale though…

  14. # Beth S. on 09 Apr 2008 at 6:43 am

    I never heard of half of these yarns! And now I must go find out about them…

  15. # Heather Joins The Round on 09 Apr 2008 at 7:01 am

    Holy cats, that is a lot of really beautiful yarn and fiber!

  16. # Anne B. on 09 Apr 2008 at 7:23 am

    Smooshy love! And all those other pretty things. My credit card is currently being thrown out the window so that I don’t immediately buy enough yarn to fit in my bathtub!
    Anne in Calgary

  17. # Betsy on 09 Apr 2008 at 9:25 am

    Looks like you spread the love pretty evenly. Next up: A Verb for Keeping Warm merino/silk. ooooo!

  18. # debbie on 09 Apr 2008 at 10:14 am

    so, just how much is Jen paying you to carry on her evil-ness in tempting all of us who have read this post and are now itching to buy more yarn from her?

  19. # Laurie on 09 Apr 2008 at 10:30 am

    LALALALALALA I CAN’T hear YOU I CAN’T see YOU.

  20. # Teresa C on 09 Apr 2008 at 1:30 pm

    I’d go shop myself, but I’m too busy wiping drool off my keyboard. Happy knitting and spinning.

  21. # paula on 09 Apr 2008 at 3:16 pm

    Ooh, you didn’t warn us there was yarn pr0n here, Susan!! Everything is gorgeous. I have only ordered 2 sets of sock yarn lately.

  22. # Matthew on 09 Apr 2008 at 7:33 pm

    All of that is really gorgeous, just drop dead loverly.

  23. # Alarming Female on 09 Apr 2008 at 9:56 pm

    didn’t you know? The postman ALWAYS rings twice. Heh.

    That stuff’s even prettier IRL.

  24. # jam_mam on 10 Apr 2008 at 1:52 am

    Eeh you make me feel like I aint got enough yarn … thank you :)

  25. # Heidi on 10 Apr 2008 at 4:12 am

    I’m in yarn envy ! ! ! BTW magknits.com has ceased operation and your lovely Lombard Street Socks pattern is not available through them any longer. It’s such a lovely pattern I hope you will consider putting it up on your site – even for sale, I’d buy it!!!

    Happy Knitting!

  26. # Kim on 10 Apr 2008 at 2:51 pm

    Holy Moly girl, when you shop…you SHOP! I LOVE Adrian’s roving!

  27. # Dianne on 10 Apr 2008 at 7:21 pm

    OH Gosh, such pretties..How does a Gal resist the temptation, especially with such lovely packaging..??~~

  28. # DonnaC on 12 Apr 2008 at 8:12 am

    That might be the biggest quality haul I’ve seen in a long time. I’m completely green her on L.I.

  29. # Mickie on 12 Apr 2008 at 2:14 pm

    Hi Susan, I just downloaded your pattern Forest canopy shawl. It is beautiful, I did downloaded 2 times. One for my pattern book and one as a working copy. I love your yarn stash. Another absolutly great place to shop is The Loopy Ewe. Sheri is wonderful and very quick service. Nicely wrapped and great gifties. Check it out you know misery loves company. Sheri says sock yarn does not count as stash. Thank goodness.Have a great weekend.

  30. # Andrea on 13 Apr 2008 at 10:15 am

    I am having serious yarn envy!

  31. # Kat with a K on 14 Apr 2008 at 12:18 pm

    Wow! So pretty…

  32. # Ronni on 14 Apr 2008 at 4:55 pm

    Pot meet Kettle. Not just pictures and enough info to find the places but links as well! Sheesh. My postman will have a fit if I get too many more boxes.

    But seriously, wow what a lovely lot of lovely stuff. Thanks for sharing it. And thanks for the links! I’m off to spend the tax refund.