fo and other stuff

my third clapotis is done. this one used just under 2 skeins of lady godiva yarn. it turned out well with the exception of the 2nd skein being really washed out. the colors were not very saturated. i should have paid more attention and alternated skeins. oh well. it is still lovely. i believe i only did 4 increase sections and then to make it longer i did 20 straight sections. i didn't measure but it isn't a full size clap by any means (which is what i intended)

and if you are interested, here is an easy and cute fall appetizer


my friend jan came over for knitting, pizza and a movie on saturday. i decided to make a few of these to have while waiting for the pizza. i just think they are too cute!

and i have to say, i have the christmas bug already. i am really trying to get a majority of my shopping done early. i don't enjoy crowds much during the holiday. if i go to the mall it is just to wander and get an eggnog latte or something (and usually on weeknights to avoid the crowds). so my question to you is...what online shops do you like? i have some regulars, but want some more ideas.

i'll trade you, here are some of mine...
williams-sonoma (check out the donut maker - me want!)
ballard designs
fred flare
red envelope
vermont country store
cb2

a really random mix but good stuff. so do share, what websites do i need to know about?


p.s. target has the method holiday scents in again. i stocked up on my favorite, peppermint vanilla (i got dish soap this year, don't recall them having it last but i could be wrong)