Anna linked me on her blog to answer these questions she posted. It’s actually been interesting to think about the answers and type lots and lots all about ME! because I never do that on this blog anyway. 
How do you pick your crafting projects?
Entirely Mostly on impulse. 
I pared down my Ravelry queue a while back because I had a habit of automatically queueing nearly every pattern that I liked and it ended up being just a ridiculous number of patterns. I try to stick to a list of planned projects, but I am always being caught off-guard by something pretty. The other night, for example, I was browsing Patternfish (which is never a good idea when you’re avoiding pattern buying!), saw this pattern and was hunting for yarn on eBay for the next hour before I came to my senses.
What’s your favourite craft?
Knitting! Knitting! Knitting! Other than the time I was going to jack it all in for matchstick modelling, knitting is the one craft that has stuck with me and will always be a part of my life in some form or other.
Choose: Spring or summer?
Spring, no contest. 
I hate really hot weather, it feels oppressive, I’m tired, and can’t knit because I just end up with sweaty hands. Summer is rubbish.
How did you decide what your blog should focused on?
I started this blog back in 2005 purely to have a record of my knitting, although I didn’t really get into the habit of regular blogging for a few months. I found as the years went on that other bits of my life crept in – mainly cakes and babies! – although I still consider this to be a mainly knitting blog. I like having a space that is purely mine where I can write about anything I want. Getting comments, feedback and helpful enabling suggestions from readers is one of the best parts of blogging for me.
What is your greatest craft accomplishment?
I’m going to say socks. I always say socks, but the truth is that my first pair of socks were really a defining moment in my knitting, when a whole world of possibilities was opened. Sure, I’ve steeked a vest and knitted complicated shawls, but I wouldn’t have dreamed of doing them if I hadn’t got a pair of socks to remind me that anything is possible.
How do you treat yourself?
I read. I used to read a lot more than I do now, because knitting has obviously taken over my life, so buying a book and getting to sit down and read without too many distractions is pure luxury.
What are your hopes for life?
In the short term, I hope to get a load of washing out of the machine, hang it up to dry and put another load on. In the long term, Rose will start nursery next year so I am beginning to plan what I’d like to do when I have a couple of hours a day free.
What are your dreams?
For the small people to grow into big people and achieve what they want to do. To do something creative and exciting with my brilliant knitting skills when I have the time.
Is there anything you would change in your life?
To accept that I can’t change the past but the future is full of possibilities. Also to learn how to spell “possibilities” because it keeps getting underlined by the spell-check.
What makes you happy?
The small people. Even Henry starting the monosyllabic teenager phase. Having a grumpy teen and a tantrum-ing toddler in the same house can be “fun”.
What’s your favourite food?
Mint chocolate chip ice cream. Though I haven’t had any for over a year now, because I couldn’t find a dairy free version. However, MrB bought me The Vegan Scoop for my birthday, so I’m now sorted (and probably doomed to never lose those final pounds ).
Any crafting tips for anyone starting out?
Don’t let anyone stop you trying something out because “it’s too hard for a beginner” – well-meaning friends, pattern “difficulty” ratings (which I loathe) or even that little voice inside you. I wasted a lot of time knitting stocking stitch sweaters because I considered myself a beginner. If in doubt, knit a plain sock and then you’ll never doubt your abilities again!
Now I have to ask another 12 bloggers another set of 12 questions. So:
Kai Yarn Mistrys
Josiekitten The Woolly Adventures of a Knitting Kitty
Rubbishknitter Born Knitty
Jennyff My Life in Flipflops
Roo Roo Knits
Jill doodlywhatsits
Marj Tangled String
Shannon A Life Flexible
Kat knitty-kat
Tina Peacefully Knitting
Christina Cpeezers at Home
Nicole Knit Nicole Knit
I’d like to know:
- Of all the projects you’ve knitted for yourself, which is the one that you wear most often?
- What item would you never knit, even if you were offered a million pounds/dollars/euros to make one?
- Do you have a favourite place to knit in your home?
- How long do you spend knitting per day?
- Do you have a favourite knitting (or other craft) magazine?
- Have you ever used knitting needles for something other than knitting?
- Have you ever – successfully – taught another person to knit?
- What is your favourite flavour of crisps?
- Have you ever given up knitting for a long period of time (more than six months)?
- What makes you laugh?
- What is your favourite book?
- Do you accurately know how much yarn you own?
Oh I love your answers! Especially as it’s about you!
The trick with teenagers is to let them know that you expect them to behave like civilized people — just like the rest of us — and then treat them like the dignified (cough, cough) young adults they think themselves to be.
I have spent the better part of my time in the presence of adolescents since 1989 and have tried many things. Don’t let them engage you in tangential conversations (that way lies nothing getting done) and ignore challenges. And NEVER use the phrase “because I SAID so.” If they want a reason, give them one. If they want to know why there are so many rules, have them read “Lord of the Flies.”
I think I’m nosy, but I like reading about what makes other knitters tick! I shall answer your questions this week!
Hi, am going to highjack your ???s need as much help with blog fodder as I have not been blogging long (2 months) and am not adversed to stealing as long as I am up-front about it
What a good set of questions and answers! I’ll get down to mine later in the week
. What a fun idea but I have to say I’m going to struggle to find 12 other bloggers to ask!
I’m working on getting around to this . . . just for you
Done! And I love your answers!!
Here’s my advice: Don’t wait. Do the tihngs that you want to do and have fun! Don’t be afraid to try stuff (at least once). You will discover that you actually like tihngs that you didn’t think you would. I adopted this philosophy when I was about 30 and have had a BLAST over the past 15 years! Since I turned thirty I read a lot less and ride my motorcycle a lot more. I still knit about the same amount, (but I rarely knit socks anymore). I just discovered your blog today, since I’m getting ready to start the sunrise circle jacket. Your photos are beautiful! I’ll stop back for more eyecandy
oh, just seen this! sounds like fun. i will reply… (maybe not tonight though it’s past my bedtime)
love your answers! mmm mint choc chip