Monday, February 9, 2015

Yarn Fanatic Party #23

Welcome to the twenty-third Yarn Fanatic Party!


How have you been?  Poor little Dominic caught the cold bug that's been going around.  Even with the sniffles he's a pretty chill little dude.  He can walk now!  He's been taking a few steps here and a few steps there, but over the weekend he walked across the living room and dining room repeatedly.  He's an early walker, just like his sister, at ten and a half months old.

In yarn news, I'm reviewing a beautiful skein from Expression Fiber Arts.  I have a hat on the needles for myself.  I did tell Catherine that she could share it with me sometimes, because she loves the yarn almost as much as I do!  (Below you can enter to win a skein for yourself!)

There were lots of great projects linked up last week!  One that especially caught my eye was Ionyka's First Baby Blanket.  I suppose I'm a sucker for a bright granny square.


Also, for a great v-stitch scarf, be sure to check out this post by my co-host, Alexandra.


Ready for a giveaway?  I'm super excited about this one!  (To be honest, I get pretty excited for all of the giveaways I host.)  Today's sponsor is Expression Fiber Arts.


The prize is a skein of Celestial 'Resilient' Superwash Merino Sock Yarn.

Details and Important Information: Must be 18+ to enter.  US only.  Void where prohibited.  Winner must respond to my email within 48 hours or a new winner will be chosen.  Social media is not affiliated with this giveaway.  Expression Fiber Arts is responsible for prize shipment and fulfillment.  Contact The Philosopher's Wife with any questions.

Time to party!
What have you created with yarn?  It could be something you crocheted, knitted, or anything that used yarn.  It can be a new project or an old one.  (I would appreciate it though if it had not been linked up to a previous Yarn Fanatic Party.)  I can't wait to see what you've created!

The only rule is that everything you link to must be family friendly.

I would appreciate it very much if you:
  • Add my Yarn Fanatic Party button to your post or party page.
  • The Philosopher's Wife
  • Follow The Philosopher's Wife and Eye Love Knots.
  • Check out some of the other yarn goodies people have finished.
  • Leave comments here, there, and everywhere.  (Please, take a moment to visit at least one other blog and leave a comment.  Personally I do a little happy dance every time I have a new comment -- and I bet that I'm not alone.  I try very hard to comment on everyone's posts . . . eventually.)  
Edited to add: If you're not a blogger, but want to participate, feel free to upload a picture from Flicker!

Also, by linking up you are giving me permission to use your photo if you get featured.




32 comments:

  1. There are so many yarn colors catching my eye lately. I think it is because of the gray days that I need to view all yummy yarn colors! :)

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  2. I really like the PURPLE MAIZE PEARLESCENT SILK WORSTED

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  3. Thanks for the fun party and enjoy your day and week!

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  4. I always love to visit the blog projects. This is my fave part of the week! Thank You! I l visited, and the yarn is gorgeous. As I have never got to work with something so special, I would love to have this. I loved all the yarn but the Morning Dew "resilient" Superwash Merino Sock yarn is my favorite. Since I never keep my crochet, I would love to have a beautiful yarn to work with to make myself something special. I always give it away, I love to share my passion. Fingers Crossed, what a great post. I love the links too, I added mine. Thanks as always!
    ~Crystal
    Crochet A Day In The Life
    http://krystlewv.blogspot.com

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  5. Great give away. I just luv finding new yarns. My stash is extensive, but I'm a little afraid of colour (lots of natural colours in my stash). Still learning, so my latest new technique is double knitting. Most of my finished objects go to relatives in Japan or friends here in the States.

    Check out Tagati on Ravelry.

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  6. The Espresso Merino Yak, the Nightshade & Coastal Sparkle Superwash Merino, and the Desert Sandstone Smooth Twist Superwash Merino Sock are all making drool a little bit. Excuse me while I find a hankie. O.O

    Ravelry ID: RisingPhoenix23

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  7. The yarn is beautiful. The colours are perfect! Great review and even grwatergiveawat.

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  8. I like the morning dew resilient

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  9. Wow, that yarn is beautiful. The sweet tart lime/pink sock yarn is making my heart pitter pat!!

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  10. I love the KISMET 'RESILIENT' SUPERWASH MERINO SOCK yarn the most.

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  11. Would love to win some of that yarn. Ravelry id: Sandee8908

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  12. I like the Sweet Tart Soft Twist Superwash Merino Sock!

    JKnits51 on Ravelry

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  13. Loved your review on this beautiful yarn & seeing the picture of the hat you chose to knit!

    JKnits51 on Ravelry

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  14. I love LOTUS 'RESILIENT' SUPERWASH MERINO SOCK!

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  15. I really love the Hint of Mint yarn, very pretty.

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  16. Marie yoon/boba_gyrl@yahoo.com probley the lotus resilient

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  17. I want some FIRE AND ICE 6-PLY SUPERWASH MERINO DK

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  18. I can never choose a favorite. What I love about Expression Fiber Arts is the way she dyes the yarn to match beautiful pictures. The colorways are always amazing!

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  19. I love all of Chandis' colorways. But, tonight, her Morning Dew 'Resilient' sock yarn that grabbed my eye!

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  20. I love Chandi's yarn! I've become a monthly buyer.

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  21. I'm loving the shimmering slate. :D

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  22. Carrie Clifford BishopFebruary 16, 2015 at 2:54 AM

    Thank you for having this giveaway! Chandi's yarns are fantastic!!

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  23. The slate shimmering yak silk lace caught my eye at EFA.

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  24. What a pretty colorway! I'm so drawn to purples right now. Thanks for the chance to win a skein! My ravelry id is pecks

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  25. I love the Bloom 'resilient' superwash merino sock, the purple & pink combo is just beautiful

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  26. Beautiful yarn! Chandi always has such lovely colorways.

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  27. All of the yarn catches my eye!! Especially love the yak yarn so soft and a gorgeous chocolate brown.

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  28. I have a lot of her yarn and I still want more and more! I'm loving the Sands of Time DK.

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  29. PERSIA - shimmering royal, rich blue with purple overtones has to be my favorite

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  30. I have tried to leave a comment several times but for some reason it doesn't post. I have been eyeing this yarn for a long time. It would be great to win so I can try it out. Thanks for the giveaway.
    I love the Sands of Time colorway.
    sherryglover1 on RAV

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Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! I love reading each and every one!