Monday, July 5, 2010

[swap] Firefly

Drewbird finally got my package, so I am free to gloat! I made her a Mal inspired swap:


The most important part was the hip belt with the gun holster that flips open into a project bag that can be hung on your wrist. I also included the 355 yards of laceweight alpaca I spun (and Dory carded for me), some cascade eco duo, and several teas.



I also very much wanted to include a Knit Kit in the ammo pouch of the belt, but I didn't find out until too late that they cost $20 (and it's a $30 swap), so I put together a tin with scissors, tape measure, row counter and tapestry needle.


The last thing I added were a pair of strawberries I made while I waited at the dentist. I only had pink yarn, but I was very excited to try to dye it with kool aid. I used some off brand Cristal Lite, and it worked like a charm! Unfortunately, using the vacuum oven to dry them took out the strawberry smell, and I forgot my green yarn at home, so I couldn't put leaves on them. But I really wanted to get the package sent out on thursday, so meh.


2 comments:

  1. That hip holster/project bag is SO COOL. What a great idea, especially for a Firefly-themed swap!

    (by the way, this is my third try posting this comment. Blogger doesn't want me to succeed! Sorry if you get multiples.)

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  2. That belt/project bag is COMPLETELY AWESOME. I want to run away with it and make babies.

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