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Obsession Scarf #2

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I’ve put Letitia to work again. Too much idle time up there in the studio makes for a dull girl. After some prodding, she agreed to model Obsession Scarf #2 – as only she can, with her enviably slim waist.

I have to give credit to my sister, Meredith, for coining the word obsessed when talking of this scarf. I stole it from her. I am a good big sister, though, and give credit where credit is due. We share this obsession – I think she’s made 6 so far.  I’m a little behind but I’m about to start on #3 and I plan on closing the gap.

My afghan is suffering from neglect. It sits right next to my chair in the den, taunting me. Soon, afghan, soon.

Some of you have left comments saying you would love one of these scarves. If you are interested in having me crochet one for you, shoot me an email. We’ll talk.

Have a great Sunday!

White Barn Farm Sheep & Wool

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I promised you photos of our new local yarn shop and I try very hard to keep my promises. The landscape around MHC is dotted with old homes, farms and barns. I’m very used to seeing them as I drive around. In fact, I’d seen this white barn countless times as I was out and about.  One day, as I was tooling along, I almost slammed on the brakes when I saw a sign in front of the barn that said White Barn Farm Sheep & Wool. What??? Could it be? I wasn’t doing any crocheting or knitting at the time and life was busy so I didn’t make it there until very recently. (It’s only been open for a few months.) Since I was on the hunt for yarn with which to crochet my obsession scarf, I thought I should shop local first. I was looking for Mochi but wasn’t counting on the store carrying it. Well, I was wrong. There it was. And there was this lovely shop and its owner, Paula. Would you like to see some photos?

Gosh darn it! I went out on a sunny day to take photos and while I was out it turned cloudy. This is the barn. I love the green door and if I could, I would spirit those Adirondack chairs away to my front lawn.  This is a close-up of the tree you see on the right.

Yarn balls as Christmas balls – perfect. As you step inside, you see this:

A gorgeous sheep with a hat. Paula raises sheep, by the way. To the right there is an old door leading to another part of the barn.

I know all you fans of weathered, old and chippy are drooling over this beauty. I was, too.
The yarn is displayed in baskets which are attached to the walls. Over to the left is the Mochi Plus.
Paula carries well-known brands of wool as well as local wool and roving. She offers classes and a knit local cafe where knitters can gather to work on their projects. Every time I’ve been in, there have been several customers in the store. I’m so glad she is here; and by the traffic I see going in and out of the store, so are many, many residents of the Hudson Valley.

What’s New on Wednesday

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The first day of December has emerged as a gray, rainy, somewhat depressing day weather-wise. We’ve seen no snow yet, although we have seen a few flakes that were here one minute, gone the next. Today’s temps will be in the 50’s, which is a bit balmy for December. Though I love seeing all the Christmas decorations throughout Blogland, this house will continue to be a No Christmas Decorating Zone for another week or so. I just can’t decorate this early. I’ve never been able to. If decorations are up too soon, I get used to them. I no longer see them. They lose their magic. And I want them to be magical. I suppose this is also a reaction to the over-commercialization of Christmas, where every store seems to trot out the Christmas decorations as soon as Halloween has passed. In good time, they will appear. In good time.

What’s new here at MHC? After being locked into a 2 year cell phone contract with AT&T, we finally made our escape and went to Verizon.

I have nothing against AT&T, my Dad worked for them for 40 years, but their coverage out here in our little town is simply terrible. Our town continues to dither about a cell tower. Things being what they are, Verizon has the best coverage here. Now, when the power goes out, we can actually call the power company.  When I get a business call, I will no longer have to get in the car and drive to an area where I can hear the message. Yesterday, I actually spoke to a colleague about a potential coaching job while working in my studio. It’s a big deal here.

See, I’m not lying. I have been working in the studio. The quarters are tight, but I have to say I am proud of how it all flows. Yesterday, I had the ironing board set up, the cupboard doors open, the sewing machine humming; all to the sound of Don’s guitar as he practiced downstairs.

I’ve also been doing more of this:

Another scarf in Mochi Plus. Gorgeous colors, aren’t they? The addiction continues. I hope to take some photos at our new yarn store very soon. Today is too gloomy and dark. Hopefully, tomorrow.

If you live anywhere near Shelburne Falls, MA, Don is playing at a wonderful cafe called Mocha Maya’s this coming Saturday at 8:00 pm. You can find them here.  Don’s a wonderful entertainer and I can guarantee you’d have a great time.

What are you up to today?

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