Yesterday, I spent over four hours de-knotting the koolaid dyed yarns that I want to crochet into wash cloths. As I untangled the many shades of pink yarn (all shades of koolaid, when using cotton yarn, it turns out, turn pink) I learned several lessons:
- It is easier to untangle when you work on the whole first, rather than getting caught up in one tiny knot.
- Lots of room and freedom of movement help.
- When you see deknotting as an opportunity rather than as a pain in the ass, it goes much better. Actually, I found I liked it. I now have much more respect for those who like discovering knotted chains in drawers.
- Putting our attention on something together (Gillen decided to help me with one big chunk) makes for great conversation. This one includes - asking for help is ok, as long as you are ok with not getting it.
- A pile of tangled, swirly yarn contains so many pictures and connections to other things (a Sandra Dodd connections talk, among others of hers, planted this seed).
- Taking the time to prepare the yarn beforehand would have prevented the knots.
Now, can I consistently apply all of my untangling skills to my relationships?
Yesterday, I spent over four hours de-knotting the koolaid dyed yarns that I want to crochet into wash cloths. As I untangled the many shades of pink yarn (all shades of koolaid, when using cotton yarn, it turns out, turn pink) I learned several lessons:
3 comments:
yes. you can apply the same skills to relationships. That's some beautiful koolaid yarn, by the way.
Have a wonderful time on your trip. We will miss you at L&L, it just isn't in the cards for us right now.
SO glad to hear you are feeling better :)
Th yarn looks so good now, Alecto! I used Rit dye to add blue. I just want to be dying all day instead of packing.
I am disappointed that we won't get to see you guys Jessica. Enjoy your last beach days there on that glorious Cape.
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