Soon to be Christmas! Where's the Snow?

Fairisle Mittens, $52 (100% alpaca, Alpaca Outfitters)

It is nearly December, and no snow to speak of. Having spent nearly 20 years in Alaska, I like snow in the winter months. In the far north, winter could last as long as 9 months. Here in northern Indiana, we average about 5 months. As I get older, I find that suites me just fine! Hello to all my Alaska friends! Wish I could fire up the old sauna and have a good chat with you and wonder at the northern lights above.

The knitting needles don't have a chance to get cold here. Just finished is the alpaca/wool bolero sweater. It is one of those sweaters that looks good on almost everybody. (Why am I not smiling, then?! )

Alpaca/wool Sweater, $105 (Alpaca Outfitters)

It is very toasty and good for warding off the chilly Indiana winds.

The items here can be purchased through Alpaca Outfitters in the American Countryside Farmers Market, Elkhart, Indiana, or by emailing me at Mrschnaars@aol.com.

Have a wonderful Christmas season, and take time to remember that the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ, is the reason for this time of celebration.

God bless you, Maggie.

Brrrh! November and Northern Indiana wind!

Today is a good time to spend the day at home catching up on the blog and tidying up the knitting room. No snow yet, but I'm sure it is on the way. Weather like this makes me want to put on this new sweater, made with an alpaca/merino wool blend. It is my first official fairisle sweater, a keeper for sure. It is handknit and took plenty of time to complete, but well worth it. (not for sale)
I'm not Norwegian, but I am married to a man with the ancestry. Does that count? This shawl design is based on a norwegian lace pattern. The yarn is 50% alpaca, 30% merino, 20% silk. The feel is buttery soft. ($80)
This baby (3-6 months size) sweater and stocking cap is knit from a yarn called "Punch", alpaca and tencel blend. It is very lightweight and soft. ($45 for set)
November calls for a good scarf, this one is made from baby alpaca fiber with dark brown alpaca trim. The pattern is basket weave diagonal. ($20)

All of these items and more can be seen and purchased at the Alpaca Outfitters boutique in the American Countryside Farmers Market, Elkhart, Indiana. You can also contact me by email at Mrschnaars@aol.com. Stay warm. Drink lots of cocoa!