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New Book on My Doorstep

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I just got this book in the mail today. I had forgotten that I ordered it. I've belonged to Crafter's Choice for a couple of years now. The initial deal was great and I was able to stock up on some great knitting books, but since fulfilling my obligations, I've ordered a couple of things, but not many (considering the prices aren't that much better than Amazon). I've been annoyed with the monthly email reminders about the Editor's Choice (which I sometimes forget to reply to and then they send it and I have to send it back and it is a big hassle). So I decided the other day after the most recent email, that I would like to close my account. I realized I had enough bonus points though for a less expensive book. On a whim, I picked "Natural Knits for Babies and Moms". I only had to pay for shipping, so the price was right! I figured since my cousin just had a baby a few days ago and another friend of Kevin's is expecting, I ought to have more baby patterns in my arensal than just the Sheepy Blanket. I love the Sheepy Blanket, but I don't want to be a one note baby knitter! I've been flipping through the book and I really like it. The pictures are nice and the patterns are simple. They're not to cutesy or babyish, and the idea of using organic yarns is cool. So overall, if you are like me and don't have many or any books with knits for babies, this is a good pick because the patterns are simple and classic (and it gives you an excuse to buy Blue Sky Alpaca's Organic Cotton in large quantities!).

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Gotta love packages you aren't expecting -- even if you ordered them yourself!

The organic cotton is lovely but it pills a lot. I was really surprised by this when I worked with it.

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