I just read an excellent perspective on stash acquisition and creativity at Tien's blog. I do enjoy my stash but it is good to keep in mind that I don't *need* it. I think know I built my stash primarily though the joy of acquisition and I'm sure that will continue. I do enjoy shopping, especially for fiber-related beautiful stuff. I have noticed I have been just a little more selective during the past year. Oops, that was because I didn't have place to put it for most of last year. Well, it was good training.
The blog redecorating occupied a few hours today and I'm glad to have a personalized banner again. The old one disappeared a while ago and I never made time to create another one. I also knit 14 more rows on Icarus this afternoon. (See that, Stacey?) I'm still deep in Chart 1 and enjoying that I'm "getting" the pattern. (I'm just whispering that last phrase --- I need to put in another lifeline.....soon.)
I found another reminder in my photo library that Spring will come.
I'm approaching my 400th post. I think a contest/giveaway may be a good idea. Stay tuned.
Beautiful banner. Flowers are so welcome this time of year. My stash has a fair bit of inspiration stored in it, but I wish I could knit it faster.
Posted by: kmkat | Saturday, February 28, 2009 at 10:49 PM
Oooh, it's gorgeous!!
I don't think I'm going to be a big stasher. Too much un-knit yarn makes me a little anxious. I like having enough that I can pull something out for the occasional whim, but still enjoy the thrill of the hunt for yarn for a pattern I really want to knit right away.
xoxo
Posted by: Nora | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 06:23 AM
I won't admit to ever saying this, but I think I have enough stash. What? All this cataloging and documenting has been a chore. Now I have to figure out how to organize it. I guess I'll have plenty of time to figure that out. :D
I took a sock to the viewing and funeral (1.5 hours each way) so I had some solid knitting time on it. I couldn't see taking Icarus in the car since I did want to talk. We'll get it done. Everything has it's time and it's nice to have this little slacker - I mean knit along with you.
I did however find the yarn that was purchased in Santa Clarita. *ahem* I guess that will happen in it's own time too.
Lovely spring feeling over here. I should take the time and make a banner. Happy March Angie! xoxo
Posted by: Stacey | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 06:39 AM
Lovely banner!
Posted by: a simple yarn | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 07:19 AM
I saw the picture preview in my feed reader, for a second forgot who I was reading, and thought, "Where does she live that she already has apple blossoms?" Then I remembered and also read!
Yes, we have to wait a while. But it's sure good to start to see a little more daylight, anyway. Every little bit helps. Today's March; sometime this month, the crocuses will come up!! Even here in the frozen north!
Posted by: Cathy-Cate | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 07:37 AM
So I went over and read Tien's post, which was very interesting, especially her travels. I am a stasher because I am in love with yarn, I admit it. However, at this point, as opposed to a few years ago, I almost always buy yarn because I have (or can think of, there's the dangerous part) a specific project in mind for it). Or a gift. Sock yarn requires no project though. I usually have a recipient. I love locally made yarn though, and if I find some I love, I will buy it for itself and to support local artists (though I have to picture myself using or giving it also).
But I admire those who live otherwise, and I love the picture of traveling with a spindle and some silk!
Posted by: Cathy-Cate | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 07:43 AM
I love the photo - I'm anxiously awaiting spring, but it's windy and snowy here.
Posted by: ikkinlala | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 12:33 PM
Lovely new header! Nice photo, too.
I'm at the point where I need another stash tubbie or I need to stop allowing new yarn into my home. Yes, it's that bad.
xo
Posted by: Cookie! | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 01:34 PM
Love the new banner!!
Posted by: Vicki | Sunday, March 01, 2009 at 03:07 PM
Love the new banner! I spruce up my blog for spring and a banner would be da bomb! Mucho snow today. So pretty. Welcome March.
Posted by: Kim | Monday, March 02, 2009 at 01:15 PM
From a fellow Wisconsinite who is really tired of winter your banner is Lovely!!! Spring can not come too soon.
Posted by: Shirley | Monday, March 02, 2009 at 02:15 PM
Love the redecoration. Keep the spring flowers coming.
Posted by: Angie | Tuesday, March 03, 2009 at 09:23 AM
i loved that perspective on stash acquisition. thanks for sharing. i just got rid of a garbage bag full of yarn. it was quite cathartic. :)
Posted by: opal | Thursday, March 05, 2009 at 05:54 PM
Beautiful new banner! I like the kitties pic that DH took (post below) too. Defying gravity and comfy.
My stash is insane but that's the way I like it. Now if I only had a Tardis to hold it all - all would be well.
DST this weekend. Loathe DST.
Posted by: Carrie K | Thursday, March 05, 2009 at 06:36 PM