Everyone Needs Playtime

In our hectic, modern lives, many of us focus so heavily on work and family commitments that we never seem to have time for pure fun. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, we stopped playing.

When we carve out some leisure time, we’re more likely to zone out in front of the TV or computer than engage in fun, rejuvenating play like we did as children. But play is not just essential for kids; it can be an important source of relaxation and stimulation for adults as well.

There doesn’t need to be any point to the activity beyond having fun and enjoying yourself. By giving yourself permission to play with the joyful abandon of childhood, you can reap oodles of health benefits throughout life.

Sunday

A Tidy Find

I was sorting out a few things the other day, when I came across this huge ball of Moda Vera knitting yarn, it no longer had a label on it so had no idea of the composition of it. As it is a little hairy, I'm thinking it may be an acrylic/mohair blend, but whatever it is, I thought it was pretty and it inspired me to knit something for a change.


The colour of the yarn blends from one to another throughout the ball, creating individual sets. I didn't have a pattern and wasn't sure of the size needles to use, so it was really hit and miss, but it knits up quite well.


I am happy with the results and have already put the first hat & scarf set I knitted on Etsy for just AU$12 the set plus postage. The one above I will list if the first one creates interest.


I might try making up a different style hat next time, but I shall write this pattern down before I forget what I did. I think it really suits my Angelique, and will fit LittleFees, IH BID's, Luts Honey Delfs and probably other 6 to 7 inch heads.

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5 comments:

  1. Sam16 December

    Hi Xanadu, Sam here.
    When I saw the ball of wool, I said "no way" out loud. You knit as well as sew! How talented you are!! (I want to learn how to knit one day. Maybe when my kids are all grown up).
    I love seeing all of your creations!

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    1. BG16 December

      Hi Sam!'
      Thank you, my background in textiles and having spent many years (decades in fact) with a needle in my hand helps. Now if you came back to live in Oz, I could teach you to make your own creations. :)
      Hugs,
      X

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    2. Sam20 December

      Oh my, that is rather tempting! I know that it is a lot warmer right now in Australia than it is here! (It is only the beginning of winter and I am already tired of shoveling snow!)
      Maybe one day......

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  2. Heather17 December

    Beautiful! I've just started knitting... so I'm in awe!!!

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    1. BG17 December

      Thanks Heather and congratulations on taking the plunge. Are you knitting for yourself or for your dolls & teddies?

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