I am so excited! Today I went around to a few of my favorite thrift stores. I am always on the look out for knitting and crocheting tools. (The vast majority of my knitting and crocheting tools are used.) I think that they have a greater appeal to me because someone used them. Used them to make things for their daughter, grandchildren, sisters, friends, charities and the like. I think about what was made with these simple tools. Sweaters, hats, socks, scarves, mittens, Christmas stockings the list is truely endless. I get a bit of comfort knowing there were used well and used often. Much work, joy and love goes into something handmade. It part of the joy of knitting.
So, today, I hit a jackpot. I haven't in a while but today was my lucky day. I got 37 stitch holders, 7 sets of DPN's, 2 sets of straight needles and 2 crochet hooks (also a bit of yarn I could not pass up.) All for the grand total of $4. Yes, $4.
For those of you who are not knitters. I can't get one pair of straight needles with a 40% off coupon at Michael's for $4. Yeah!!!! So, I suggest for those who are interested or might be interested in learning a new craft. Check out your local thrift stores first. You will be surprised at what treasures you may find.
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