The End of an Era

No I'm not here to write about Favre's retirement.  I want to mark the passing of another great....  This morning I used up the last of my Spinner's Hill Licorice Twist Yarn.

Licorice Twist played a starring role in my first Hourglass sweater.  It went on to play supporting roles in Kate the Cat, BSJ #1, and now, in its final appearance, the BAWK Hot Water Bottle Cozy (Ravelry link)

Despite the presence of a down comforter, which has been counteracted by the absence of a husband, I've had a real problem keeping my feet warm at night.  Enter the BAWK, my shameless attempt at finding a substitute for B.  I know my toes will appreciate that the last bits of Licorice Twist have been put into service in the name of warm feet.   

Morning Update: Consider me converted to the cult of hot water bottles.  For the first time since October I went to bed without wearing wool socks.  My toes had a toasty, warm base at the bottom of the bed.  The bottle has some serious staying power too.  It was still warm when I woke up this morning!

Comments

[Kate]

Hey Sarah- good to know that you are keeping yourself from freezing to death in your apartment. I just wanted to let you know that all of your knitting and posting has inspired me to take a lesson. I am taking my first knitting lesson on Saturday. I will let you know how it goes.

Have a great week- Kate

[count sassy]

oh, i totally need to make one of those! such a cute little knit!