Apparently the name "Dizzy" was deemed unsuitable for consideration to name the new room in the International Space Station.

NASA was concerned this name would put a negative spin on the mood of the room and the astronauts who are already challenged enough to remain upright (whichever direction that is in space). I suppose this is a fair and valid point; my stomach makes a half orbit just thinking about floating upside down and being asked to go retrieve something from the "Dizzy Room".

I am a little upset though; I don't think a sheep has ever had the opportunity to travel into space, nor has there been nearly enough research done on zero gravity knitting and spinning.  I think as long as it's alright with Stephen Colbert, the room can be named Colbert, but it should be turned into a space station yarn shop with Thursday night sit and knit.

Berroco Cuzco

Cuzco is a 50/50 blend of the best animal fibers from Peru. Superfine Alpaca and Peruvian wool combine to create a 2 ply, quick knit yarn with a luxurious hand.

• FIBER: 50% Superfine Alpaca, 50% Peruvian Wool
• HANK WEIGHT: 3.5 oz / 100 g
• HANK LENGTH: 130 yds / 119 m
• GAUGE: 3.75 sts = 1" or 15 sts & 21 rows = 4" (10cm)
• NEEDLE SIZE : 10 (US) / 6 mm
• CARE: Handwash in cool water. Lay flat to dry.

Here are a couple of free patterns from the Berroco web site:

Rory - a bubbly rib stitch scarf with a double ring closure

Alpine - a cropped one button cardigan with half sleeves and an easy chevron pattern

Suggested Retail Price: $9.00 per 100 gram skein