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FO Friday: Fresh Stitches Mystery CAL Project!

Last week I received the final clue for the Fresh Stitches Mystery CAL, but it wasn't until this week that I had enough time to sit down and assemble my mystery stuffie. Now I have this super-adorable puppy to keep me company!


I also received an early Christmas present from my fiber friend Leanne - a Schacht Ladybug Wheel! Holy moly, I sure didn't see that coming, so you can imagine the look on my face when the UPS guy showed up on my doorstep with a ginormous box from The Woolery (one of our clients!). Woo hoo!


Don't get me wrong, I've loved my Heavely Handspinning wheel - it's served me well these past three years. However, I've been wanting to upgrade for a while now, and even though I've only just set up my new wheel and tinkered a bit, I am already in love with my Ladybug. It's so smooth (and quiet!), not to mention adorable...I can't wait to spin my first project on it!

I have a big ol' container of fiber that is ready to be spun on my pretty new wheel, so be expecting lots more handspinning inspiration in the new year!

If you're looking for more WIP Wednesday inspiration, head over to the Tami's Amis Blog!
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  1. MichelleDecember 14, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    WOW! That wheel is awesome! You have very generous friends! I think 2013 might be the year I learn to spin... maybe.. we'll see.

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  2. JazzDecember 14, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Lovely dog!

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  3. UnknownDecember 14, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    What a beautiful wheel. I keep thinking that I should spin, but I have enough yarn to last me a good while. Can't wait to see what you create with it.

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  4. LaurenSDecember 15, 2012 at 7:59 AM

    Wow! That's a beauty! Can't wait to see what you spin with her.

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