Festival Goodies


I just fell in love with this colorway as soon as I saw it.  I think this sock weight wool made by Unplanned Peacock Studio would make an excellent pair of socks for my husband.  My only concern is that I usually make his socks with yarn that has at least 25% nylon for durability.  I think I will just take my chances and see how this yarn holds up.


From another vendor, I picked up these two little bars of soap made by Silvara Valley Farm because they looked super cute.  There really isn't a strong scent which I kind of like.  Sometimes home made soaps are too strong and set off my allergies.


Comments

  1. pinkundineSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:51 AM

    oooh, excellent purchases ;) I love that sock yarn, looks perfect for husband socks, hope it holds up well!

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  2. Tracey ~ CloverSeptember 13, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    I am always coveting the yarns you pick! I love homemade soap and always try to have some goat milk soap around since it is my favorite.xx

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  3. Lori annSeptember 13, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    beautiful wool! such pretty colors! i love your soap, i like goat milk too for its gentleness and usually light scent.

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 13, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    a fiber festival!!!! what a great fall thing! I am extremely.....extremely jealous! (good picks on the purchases!!!)

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  5. EmilySeptember 13, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Tell your hubby those will be indoor only socks ;) No shoes can touch them!

    Now see, I need to find goat milk soap. I bet it is wonderful!

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  6. LydiaSeptember 13, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Oh, it looks like you hit the jack pot at the festival! Two of my favorite things: yarn (which is beautiful btw) and handmade soap.

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