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One of the benefits of working at Dizzy Sheep is dental. Sheep don't typically go to the dentist, but I figured why not, it's covered!

Well... let me tell you, I don't like the dentist.

First of all, that scrapey thing they use - what the wool is that about? It's terrible! I mean if I wanted my teeth scraped with some pointy metal things I'd go chew on a box of nails, you know? Oh but hey, that doesn't sound very appealing now does it.

And then the suction thing is making a sound like some poor vacuum cleaner dropped in a pool making its last gurgling gasps before never working again while they're doing other weird things in your mouth and then they ask you a question...

Like I can answer with anything but something to the effect of "Mmmrraaa-scchhhhhlllllll"!

So finally it was over and they gave me some toothpaste, floss and a brush. I don't know what I'm supposed to do with this stuff though.

The paste doesn't seem effective as glue, though I don't know why you'd want to glue your teeth. At least it's minty and fresh so I've just been eating it. The floss, well it's minty too so I've been chewing on it... though now it's just a slobbery string. And the brush... well all this stuff is for your mouth right? So I chewed on that for a little while but it broke!

Details:

Classic Elite Alpaca Sox

Reasons to knit with Alpaca Sox:

  •   luxurious blend of fibers
  •   beautiful colors
  •   superior softness and warmth

Treat your feet to exquisite fibers in fabulous colors. The perfect blend of alpaca, merino and nylon in Alpaca Sox creates a luxurious yarn that is comfortable and warm.  Alpaca provides warmth and softness, merino wool adds elasticity and cushion, and a little nylon adds strength and durability.  Whether Kettle Dyed, Hand Dyed or simply a Solid, this yarn is perfect not only for socks, but also works well for scarves and other accessories and fine gauge garments.

  • Description:  60% Alpaca, 20% Merino Wool, 20% Nylon
  • Handling:  handwash cold, dry flat
  • Gauge:  8 sts/inch on US #2 (2.75 mm) needles
  • Skein Weight:  100 grams per skein
  • Skein Yardage:  450 per skein
  • Made in Peru

Here are a couple of free patterns from the Classic Elite Yarn site:

Alpaca Sox Cabled Socks
Alpaca Sox Cabled Socks

Alpaca Sox Leg Warmers
Alpaca Sox Leg Warmers

Not into socks - makes a wonderful shawl or scarf!  Here's a free pattern from knitty:
Lace Ribbon Scarf
Lace Ribbon Scarf


Regular retail price: $20.00 per 100 gram skein

Posted on Nov 19, 2009 at 12:00 AM | Permalink

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