My Stash Confession

Well, compared to some, my stash may not be ridiculous, but it's overflowing the bins at the top of my closet, and that's just not acceptible. Since that picture in January, I've added enough yarn for three more sweaters, along with an assortment of sock and lace yarn. Don't get me wrong, I've been knitting, too, but . . . I need a reason to put on the brakes, so here I am.

I don't have any specific projects in mind for this stuff. I need to finish up the items in my knitting bag . . . I do knit more than one thing at a time, but usually only have one of each "type" going at once--one pair of socks, one lace project, one sweater. So, while I'm going to try not to buy yarn until Labor Day, there's nothing in my stash that I plan on touching first.

I also went through this weekend and weeded out some really nice lace and sock yarn--just because--which I plan on sending out as gifts. Spreading stash through giving!

My exceptions?

1. I'm going to allow myself--if I just can't stand it--one yarn purchase each month. Just in case the temptation is too strong, or the sale price too good. I'm hoping I won't need to, but consider it a safety net!

2. I've got a baby to knit for, due in October. I bought yarn for a blanket months ago, but if I decide to make those baby Ugg Booties in addition, well, buying yarn for a Gift has to be an exception.

3. Oh, and I am a member of Sundara's Petals sock club, so that yarn will be coming, but it's pre-ordered and pre-paid, and so it doesn't really count!

My reward? It'll be one of the many St*rmore kits from Virtual Yarns that I've been eyeing for so long . . .

Deb
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