Swap questionnaire
I’ve joined the UK Swap again.
Handmade Item Swap
What kind of items are you interested in receiving?
I’d love anything, but I’m particularly after a hat which will really keep my ears warm. (I’m a bit odd about hats – if they don’t cover my ears completely I feel colder with them on.)
Do you knit, crochet, or both?
Both
What is your favourite colour?
My official favourite colour is red but, if it’s a colour I’m going to wear, it needs to be a dark red. I love autumn colours and purples too.
What is your least favourite colour?
I’m not mad keen on pastelly, girly girly colours (don’t let my four-year-old hear me say that!), and I look ill in pale blue or yellow.
What’s your style? (elegant, traditional, glamourous, girly, natural, sporty, outgoing, etc.)
I suppose I aspire to elegant/natural. I don’t wear make-up unless I’m going out, and my hair is usually scraped back into a pony-tail, but I think I look presentable.
Do you have a favourite type of fiber or brand of yarn?
Not really.
Do you have a least favourite type of yarn?
Pure acrylic yarns (although I do like some of the blends), and I’m ‘off’ self-patterning yarn at the moment. Oooh, and I’m really not keen on novelty yarns.
Do you do any other crafts?
I spin.
Are there any knitting accessories you are interested in receiving?
Blocking pins or wires (way too expensive, but if you had any spares lying around… )
What do you like to eat?
Anything gluten-free and wheat-free. To drink I love tea and hot chocolate (again, gf/wf).
Any allergies/preferences (fiber-wise or treat-wise)?
I’m Coeliac, so I have to avoid anything containing wheat, oats, barley or rye. I also can’t tolerate even the small quantities of wheat starch or barley malt which some Coeliacs can manage, so be wary of items which claim to be ‘suitable for Coeliacs’ – not all of them are. Don’t worry, though – I have a willing daughter and husband who will be more than happy to help out if I receive something I can’t have!
Oh, and I can’t wear wool next to my head or neck, but my hands and feet are fine.
Anything we missed that you’d like your partner to know?
I have a husband, a 6-year-old son (also Coeliac) and a 4-year-old daughter.
one comment:
Came across your blog today. Do you remember me? Was a Nat Sci with John but was at Downing. Came with my fiance once to stay in your place one weekend. Married now, 2 boys, 6 and almost 4, live overseas. Please email!Michayla () - 08 October '09 - 17:40
