I have noticed recently how my stash of yarn has exploded. I have put myself on a 'yarn diet' in a bid to stop the madness, but as is the way of diets, there seem to be a growing number of 'rules'.
Rule 1.
If it's going to be made into a gift, it doesn't count.
This is very important in the run up to christmas. It means that I can buy erm..... lots.
Rule 2.
If it is for the CHILDREN, it doesn't count.
I may have snuck in a few skeins for winter hats/mittens/scarfs for 3 small boys. I'm not really sure why I think they need another 4 sets each, seeing as how all their stuff from last year still fits, but heyho.
Rule 3.
If it is cheap acrylic, it doesn't count.
I am a yarn snob. What can I say?
Rule 4.
If I have a specific project in mind, it doesn't count.
Well I do! I needed the yarn for a knitted dress I wanted to do. And the next reason leads us to Rule 5.
Rule 5.
If it bumps me up to free postage, it doesn't count.
Because of course it's saving money if I spend an extra £10 to save on £3 postage *rolls eyes*
Rule 6.
If I pay for it by paypal, when I have paypal balance so it doesn't come out of my bank account, it doesn't count.
Speaks for itself!
Rule 7.
If it is Limited Edition, it doesn't count.
Rule 8.
If some of the money goes to charity, it doesn't count.
Rule 9.
If it is on sale, it doesn't count.
Rule 10.
If I sell a skein of yarn from my stash, I can immediately replace it to keep stash equilibrium.
Bonus Rule.
If I spin it myself, it doesn't count
So you see what I mean? With all these rules, my stash isn't really getting any smaller!!
Ah well, I live in a cold, draughty 18th century house and I need the insulation!
