Autumn is in full effect here in Chicago. The leaves have turned & the air is crisp....and there are trick-or-treaters on our doorstep tonight! This is the first place we've ever lived where we got trick-or-treaters. It's so fun! I went a little nuts buying treats at Target - my favorite ones are the eyeball bubbles, but so far the kiddies seem to favor actual candy (big surprise) and stretchy skeletons. Robin is keeping a lookout for ghosts and goblins.... ...And Mr. Nubbins has donned his pirate garb. Today was extra-awesome because I found out that I won an awesome Halloween-y tote bag from Busy Beaver Buttons today - woo hoo! Before I sign off, I have one more Malabrigo Stockpile FO to share - currently blocking in the yarn room is the Metheglin Cowl in Worsted & Rios - turned out pretty well considering the bulk of the knitting was done whilst consuming many beers. Once it's dry, I'll take some action shots to post! ...
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