20 questions (almost)

ok i got this questionnaire and although i emailed it back to my secret pal, i am going to reprint it here and try to answer the questions a little better. i am sure that i will love whatever my secret pal sends me. i love getting real letters and such in the mail. i am also addicted to postcards because i think that they are the perfect size for a brief yet substantial note. plus they usually have really cool designs. here it goes:


1. Are you a yarn snob (do you prefer high-end/natural fibers)? Do you avoid Red Heart and Lion Brand? Or is it all the same to you? i don't really like 100% acrylic because it tends to be scratchy, but i like blends. as long as it is soft and nice against the skin, i won't complain. although i do harbor yarn lust for all things rowan, colinette, and phildar.

2. Do you spin? Crochet? i crochet a little but i actually suck at it. i really should practice it more. and i'd like to learn how to spin. maybe i can get myself a small drop spindle and try it out.

3. Do you have any allergies? (smoke, pets, fibers, perfume, etc.) allergic to dust, animals, and pollen but i love animals so i play with them anyway. i'll post a picture of my dog (at home with the parents) someday soon.

4. How long have you been knitting? only since january 2004 and addicted

5. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list? alright i will give the link to this. i know it's super huge but i use it as a sort of reminder of things i'd like to read or get eventually and now it's just out of hand. you can view it here.

6. What's your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products etc.) apple, orange, and jasmine. i can't deal with really strong smells as they make me ill.

7. Do you have a sweet tooth? uh...yes...my roommate is always yelling at me because i keep bringing home candy. chocolate (milk), haribo gummies, red vines, cake....

8. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do? not many other crafty things. i used to make jewelry and i'd like to get a sewing machine. i have a silkscreen but no space to use it at the moment.

9. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if you want to make her a CD) alternative/pop/rock i try not to listen to the radio because they all play the same thing. the new indie station in la (103.1) is pretty good. and yes i can play mp3 on the computer.

10. What's your favorite color? Or--do you have a color family/season/palette you prefer? i really like all colors. bright, dark, solids and stripes. lately i have been into all shades of green and pink (bright). also love orange and brown and various odd shades of purple.

11. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets? going to be moving in with my friend soon. no pets at my house, except when i pet my yarn.

12. What are your life dreams? to be creative everyday and happiness for my friends and family.

i hope this helps you secret pal, wherever you are...