Because, you know, I’ve realized I’ve changed over time, and so have the questions.

1. Are you a yarn snob (do you prefer higher quality and/or natural fibers)? Do you avoid Red Heart and Lion Brand?

I prefer natural fibers, but I’ve come to realize, after spending time with my young nieces, that there’s a time and place for good acrylic.

2. Do you spin? Crochet?

I’d like to learn to spin at some point. I used to crochet as a young girl, but I’ve probably forgotten how to by now.

3. What do you use to store your needles/hooks in?

Erm. Yeah. DPNs are in a needle roll and/or a little case from Knit Foundry. I don’t do straights. Circs are half in the case from my SP7 angel, and half just sitting in my knitting bag. The husband has vaguely agreed to get me some sort of storage for my birthday.

4. How long have you been knitting? Would you consider your skill level to be beginner, intermediate or advanced?

On and off for awhile. And I don’t know what I am. I’m not afraid to try anything. I might not like it, but I’ll do it.

5. Do you have an Amazon or other online wish list?

Yes, under tina@foogrrl.com.

6. What’s your favorite scent? (for candles, bath products etc.)

Vanilla. Mmm.

7. Do you have a sweet tooth? Favorite candy?

Oh, yes. And chocolate, mostly chocolate dipped pretzels or fruit.

8. What other crafts or Do-It-Yourself things do you like to do?

I’ve tried just about everything. Origami, chain mail, cakes, soap making.

9. What kind of music do you like? Can your computer/stereo play MP3s? (if your buddy wants to make you a CD)

Just about anything. I have a short tolerance for rap or country, though. And yes, it can.

10. What’s your favorite color? Or–do you have a color family/season/palette you prefer? Any colors you just can’t stand?

I love purple and black. I also adore rainbowish things. That, in my opinion, is one of the rare times yellow is acceptable.

11. What is your family situation? Do you have any pets?

Husband of nine years, four incredibly stupid cats.

12. Do you wear scarves, hats, mittens or ponchos?

Scarves, hats, and mittens. I don’t get ponchos. I really don’t.

13. What is/are your favorite yarn/s to knit with?

Lorna’s Laces Shepherd Sock. And half of KnitPick’s things. Mainly the alpaca ones. Mmm.

14. What fibers do you absolutely *not* like?

Bad acrylic or cotton. Cotton makes my hands hurt.

15. What is/are your current knitting obsession/s?

Lace. And to a certain extent, socks.

16. What is/are your favorite item/s to knit?

So far it’s been a ton of socks. But I adored the lace scarves I knit for Christmas. It was just…magic.

17. What are you knitting right now?

At this very moment, I’m still untangling the Knot of Death(tm). I also have one sock on the needles, and the very beginning of the Adamas Shawl from KnitPicks.

18. Do you like to receive handmade gifts?

Oh, yes!

19. Do you prefer straight or circular needles?

I always have to go with the snarky answer of DPNs. But circulars, since I have wrist problems.

20. Bamboo, aluminum, plastic?

I’ve lately discovered that I really like the Bryspun needles. Very pointy. And I adore Brittany Birch DPNs.

21. Do you own a yarn winder and/or swift?

Would die without them. Or possibly need a new husband.

22. How did you learn to knit?

Knitting books/internet/those cheap “learn to knit” kits. I.E. - I have no idea. I’ve “learned” a few times.

23. How old is your oldest UFO?

Not very. I have to attempt to stay disciplined with my knitting. So it’s probably the pair of wristlets that I’m working on, from a few months ago. These may end up getting completely frogged, though. I’m not happy with them at all.

24. What is your favorite animated character or a favorite animal/bird?

I really don’t have one. I don’t watch TV often at all. I will, however, admit I have a thing for Darth Vader and Stormtroopers, though.

25. What is your favorite holiday?

Christmas, if I’m with the small children in my family.

26. Is there anything that you collect?

Not so much, anymore.

27. What knitting magazine subscriptions do you have?

Interweave Knits

28. Any books, yarns, needles or patterns out there you are dying to get your hands on?

Not really. I’m still pondering a Charlotte, but that might pass.

29. Are there any new techniques you’d like to learn?

I’d like to try my hand at entrelac and shadow knitting this year. And colorwork. And basically anything I haven’t tried yet.

30. Are you a sock knitter? What are your foot measurements?

Oh, yes. And I’m a weird foot size. I generally wear a women’s 8.5 shoe, but because I have a wide foot, and it’s hard finding wide shoes. Well, without going to a real shoe store.

31. When is your birthday? (mm/dd)

02/06