I ate not one, but three hamburgers while in New York City. Three. But only one was "the" hamburger, and I thank my Yoda for showing me the way. I didn't eat mine with a fabulous knitter, but Mr. Frick was there, and so was our friend Jon, and the Kentucky Derby was on the telly and the pickles were so crisp and the mustard was spicy. I'd trade a hank or two of Koigu to be back there, I really would. Speaking of which:
Here's the Purl haul! I spent quite a bit of time squeezing my way around and around the center table before ducking into Once Upon a Tart next door for some sugary refreshment, but I stuck to my list. Actually, I showed remarkable restraint and even cut a few items. The brown and orange Koigu is for socks, and perhaps the edging on another BSJ (yes, my fourth). The rust-orange Koigu Kersti (a much deeper color than pictured) is for a Placket Neck Pullover for the Fricklet. I took some photos for you, and here's a hint: I asked first. They really appreciate that at Purl.
That last photo is of my favorite Purl feature- the touchy-feely table. Unfortunately, I never made it to School Products, as wedding festivities kept us superbusy. No yak, no camel for me. But I guess that's okay, as Ravelry's got me cataloguing the stash, and I'm finally having to come face to face with the lunacy of my yarn habit. You can check out a mere fraction of it in my Flickr set, but much more is to come, as my Mother's Day request was time to photograph, catalog, and re-organize the Beast. So check back on Monday for a real eye-opener. (For those of you still awaiting a Ravelry invite, I strongly suggest that you get a leg up by photographing the stash and uploading it all to Flickr, plus eating, sleeping, seeing that new movie, and calling your mother/grandma/Great Aunt Tillie. Because once you start with the Ravelry, well, there's really nothing else getting done.)
What else did I do in NYC?
These are from the Sugar Sweet Sunshine bakery. I understand there are some strong opinions out there regarding the best cupcakery in NYC. This is a debate I could really get into, I tell you.
Still with me? I have one last bit of Eye Candy for you. Below is a photo of a few of the gorgeous gents who shared a minivan with me this past weekend. As it is my bloggiversary today, let's have a little contest, shall we? From left to right we have Mr. W, Mr. B, Mr. E, Mr. T, and Mr. C.
Leave a comment telling which of these gentlemen:
1. Asked me to teach him to knit (and requested I make him an adult version of my WIP).
2. Was, within 20 minutes of our arrival, kissed on the cheek in Tompkins Square Park by this man. And lives to tell the tale.
Hint: The knitter is not the kiss recipient, though some pointy sticks may have come in handy for him. And a Purell wipe.
Your prize will be perfection itself- a marriage of my stash and your personal tastes. The stash is wide, and deep, and can accomodate just about any request. Are you a Dijon girl? Bread and butter pickles? Avocado? Here at Fricknits, you really can have it your way!
Having this blog has really changed my life- given me reasons to write more consistently, a community of friends, and constant inspiration. Thank you for being with me through this year.
Hmm, I can't imagine how I could possibly get this question right, but I'll take a stab at it anyway, since your stash sounds mighty tasty to me. I'm going to say Mr. E would like some hand-knit pants, and Mr. C looks like he might have needed a smooch, at least in the eyes of a possibly deranged stranger. Or heck, maybe even in my eyes--he's kind of a hottie.
Totally afraid to know more about Ravelry as I don't even have time to Flickr...
Posted by: Jen | May 10, 2007 at 10:29 AM
Some fine looking gentlemen, indeed.
This is so random... How about:
Mr. B learned to knit.
Mr. W got the kiss.
Posted by: miss ewe | May 10, 2007 at 10:54 AM
HAPPY BLOGIVERSARY! I'm so glad you're here.
Mr. T (sans gold chains) got the kiss. He looks friendly enough to attract the attention of a lunatic.
Mr. W wants to learn to knit the cargos.
How'd I do?
They're all so cute and happy together. I hope Little Man has such friends when he's a Big Man. Awwww [pinches cheeks of Frick's boys]
Posted by: The Feminist Mafia | May 10, 2007 at 10:56 AM
Mr. T learned to knit.
Mr. E got the kiss.
Posted by: Jayme | May 10, 2007 at 11:00 AM
Happy Blogiversary!! Mr. E got the kiss and I think Mr. W asked you to teach him how to knit.
Do they happen to know Mr. White, Mr. Orange or Mr. Blond?
Posted by: margaux | May 10, 2007 at 11:07 AM
I think...
Mr. T got the kiss, and Mr. E wanted to knit.
Delurking for the contest, and to add my rave review for "the" burger, having enjoyed one myself last summer.
Posted by: Laura | May 10, 2007 at 11:09 AM
Happy Blogiversary. My guess is it was Mr. C who got the kiss and Mr. W who wanted to learn to knit.
Posted by: Helena | May 10, 2007 at 11:17 AM
Oh the colors and cuties (cupcakes, guys, booties, take your pick)! Those indigo booties really caught my eye.
Now, on to my choices... I think Mr. W wanted to learn to knit, and Mr. B was accosted by the scary man. Although I have to agree with Jen, Mr. C is pretty foxy. They are, in fact, a handsome bunch.
Posted by: LeighB in ATL | May 10, 2007 at 11:22 AM
Mr. B wanted cargo pants & Mr. W was kissed.
Random New York! I'm a small town girl.
I'm glad you're a blogger - I love your pictures especially & fabulous story telling!
Posted by: kate | May 10, 2007 at 11:24 AM
I say B and T, respectively!
Posted by: Elinor | May 10, 2007 at 11:29 AM
Mr.T = knit
Mr.C = kiss
The placket pullover is so cool. I knit one in about 5 hours on Sunday -- it will look great in that Kersti! :) Lucky Fricklet!
Posted by: jess | May 10, 2007 at 11:29 AM
Mr. T is my guess for the knitter, such great taste in t-shirts must carry over to pants.
And I'll guess that Mr. E was the recipient of the kiss.
Happy Blogiversary!! I've enjoyed the little peek into your life. Happiness and wonder for the coming year!
Posted by: Meg | May 10, 2007 at 11:31 AM
I believe that Mr. E would look quite nice in some knitted pants, and that Mr. T got some love in the park...
And I am quite glad your blog is here for my entertainment!
Posted by: Susie | May 10, 2007 at 11:33 AM
hmm...mr. b learned to knit and mr. w got the kiss?
happy blogiversary!
Posted by: melissa | May 10, 2007 at 11:44 AM
I think Mr. W wanted to knit and Mr. C was kissed.
Posted by: Lori | May 10, 2007 at 11:46 AM
oh man! i love hanging out with boys in minivans...some things you just never get tired of...*sigh* and they're all so cute.
ok. i'm going to guess that mr. E wants to wear knitted pants. no wonder a lunatic may have wanted to kiss him because he would have recognized a kindred spirit -- because knitted big boy pants are lunacy.
and mr. T got smooched because he's all smiley. and he probably made eye contact.
Posted by: maryse | May 10, 2007 at 11:48 AM
Hmm...
I'd say Mr. C wants to knit and Mr. W got the kiss.
Happy blogiversary! I've been lurking for a while and I do really owe you a comment to say how much I enjoy your writing and your knitting :)
Posted by: Rosina | May 10, 2007 at 11:49 AM
Happy blogiversary! Those booties at purl are so adorable.
I'll say Mr. B got the kiss and Mr T wants to knit.
Posted by: kelp! | May 10, 2007 at 11:54 AM
Mr.W wants to learn to knit and Mr.C was kissed! I hope
Posted by: Carla | May 10, 2007 at 11:59 AM
Happy blogthday! My world is a better place because you blog, and I'm not even saying that sarcastically. For reals.
I do, however, think that it is HILARIOUS that you got burger-colored koigu: come on! Burger! Ketchup! Cheddar! Throw in some lettuce-green and bun-tan and you're there. What, you don't see it? See or not see; wax on wax off; be one with the burger, little grasshopper.
B wants to knit; C got smooched.
Posted by: Ashley | May 10, 2007 at 12:01 PM
Mr. W wants to knit; Mr. B got a kiss!
Happy blogiversary!
Posted by: blogless Jessica | May 10, 2007 at 12:08 PM
Happy blogiversary! My guess is that Mr. T wants to knit and Mr. E got the kiss.
And I too am obsessed with the stash; as I write my computer table is overflowing with single balls of, well, everything. And even though my total yardage is ridiculous (don't even look, I say), I still bought more yarn yesterday.
Posted by: Katherine | May 10, 2007 at 12:16 PM
Happy Blogiversary! I truly appreciate the writerly nature of this blog, and your photographs are always unique. You add a great voice to the knitblog world.
I'll guess W is the knitter and T is the kiss-ee.
Posted by: Liz K. | May 10, 2007 at 12:22 PM
Happy Blogiversary! :o) and welcome back! glad to see you had such a great time and those pictures of Purl are so nice! hm...let's see, #1-Mr.B
#2-Mr.T.
and those cupcakes?!
divine!!! :o)
Posted by: kimchi | May 10, 2007 at 12:26 PM
Happy blogiversary! I just found your blog this year and it's so wonderful to read.
Love to Koigu. I'm working on a baby surprise jacket myself.
I think Mr. W wanted to knit and Mr. B got smooched.
Posted by: fishtail | May 10, 2007 at 12:39 PM