As has become custom, it's mid-feb before I find time to blog about the 12 Days of Sock Yarn winners. Is it any surprise that I still have some Christmas decorations at home not yet put away either? Truth!
All the winners of the contest have been e-mailed, so if you think one of these is you, then please do check your spam folder and e-mail me at service@simplysockyarn.com.
It was a pleasure getting to know you every day of the 12 days. I really do enjoy reading comments and getting ideas on how to make my holiday celebrations more memorable and special. You all have some of the best ideas. Here are the winning people with their prizes and answers.
Day 1: Flock Holiday set, Susan I
I always send out Christmas cards and I love getting them too. My favorite kinds to receive are photo cards and newsletter cards—- it’s nice to catch up with family and friends in a way that doesn’t involve social media.
Day 2: Jumbo Cwc mug, Cindy
We took the 3 youngest grandkids 7 through 16 on a 12 day road trip in an RV (never done that before) from Oregon to Yellowstone then the Crazy Horse monument and on to Mt Rushmore. In the knitting world I entered Sock Madness for the first time and made it through the 4th round. Learned so many new techniques- several I’ve used again and again like the German long tail cast on. I’ve improvised a hat and a pair of socks with my own pattern.
Day 3: 3 HF Skinny, Renee S
Right now I am knitting The Birthday Bash Shawl by Callie Monster. It is lots of fun. I was determined to finish my Fading Point by Joji. I am down to the two edge pieces. I love it but I keep getting side tracked so it is high on my to do list for next year. Also, girls in my knitting group said the Goldfish Memories Shawl is great fun so that is high on my list. My ravelry name is: yoyosocksister
Day 4: "tools and accessories galore" Teri P
My husband bought a knitting machine for me many years ago. I used it a bunch when my son was young, but other than playing with it a bit last spring, haven't knit with it in more than 25 years. I had to Google how to set it up for my play sessions last spring!
Day 5:2 skeins self-striping, Savannagal
I love eggnog, but I try to stay away from it. It goes right to my muffintop.
Day 6: Hue Loco Backyard Chicken set, Dora (we just got a full restock of these sets too!)
My favorite is Perfect Blend Shawl MKAL which was like eating potato chips and beautiful when finished.
Day 7: $50 gift certificate, Debra C
I actually slept in this morning...a rare occurrence. I am behind on my holiday decorating so I should probably get that done today. I decorate my mantle with snowmen and candles so I leave it up all winter.⛄️
Day 8: 2 Qing Super Soft, Dana S
I support a child from Indonesia through compassion. I was an exchange student there when I was just out of high school so I have a soft spot for Indonesia and the people who love there. I donate things locally too for students who may not have food on the weekends. They send a bag of food home with these students so they have something to eat at home. I don’t knit much for charity but I have donated hats for a Relay for Life fundraisers.
Day 9: 3 skeins Merino Light, Marie S
I love multicolored yarn but I'm trying to add to my stash. I have various projects on the go as I have migraines so depending on the day makes the decision as to which project I can work on.
Day 10: $50 Gift Card, Carol
Yes! We have a monthly knitting group that has been going strong for maybe 17 years, with attendees always in flux. I'm the keeper of the email list, so I get to determine the day each month to knit, and we gather at a coffee shop out in public so that nobody has to host and feel the burden of cleaning up the house!
Day 11: 3 balls Opal, Marilyn
I knit mostly for myself this year
Day 12: 3 skeins Jilly Sharon Rocha
My resolutions are 2 finish as many projects that i am still interested in & get rid of the Rest.simplify!
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Thanks, all, for your infinite patience with me as I found time to get this contest finished. I always look forward to this event and I'm so glad that we get it give out so many awesome prizes. Want more changes to win? Check here and on Insta and Facebook for all the ways to win. We'll be doing LOTS this summer to celebrate our 15th anniversary, so make sure to check back for news on all the ways we will be celebrating.