My New Knitting Basket

Here is my new knitting basket. After looking at various web sites (thank you so much for all the recommendations!), I ended up going with something from Pottery Barn anyway. This is the Havana model I think. There's also the Savannah which is the same style basket in a lighter color.

I chose it for the size (actually I was even hoping for something larger) and the lid. In magazines you always see these perfectly organized knitting baskets with color-coordinated skeins of yarn all exactly the same size but my knitting collection tends to be much more chaotic so a lid is appreciated. So far Bubbles the rabbit seems uninterested in chewing it.

I'm getting very excited about Easter. I've always loved Easter but this year it is even better because it is also the first Major League Baseball game of the season. Those four hour Yankees/Red Sox games are great for getting some serious knitting done.

Questions For You

When I look through my photos I always find a billion sunset photos. I guess I am just fascinated with the New Mexico skies.

Today I'm looking for some recommendations from everyone.

I've decided to buy myself a knitting basket. I want something that looks good in the living room, will sit on the floor, and is large enough for colorwork projects (let's say 10-20 skeins of yarn). I like some of the Pottery Barn choices but for the size I need the price is too high to pay for something that Bubbles might be tempted to chew. (I don't think she will - she is quite a well-behaved rabbit - but you never know.) Can anyone recommend something for me? I think I'll go check at Pier 1 and Cost Plus the next time I'm in town. I know there are specialty knitting baskets as well which would work as well.

Also, I'm seeking some fingering weight 100% cashmere in a solid color (pale lavender or periwinkle) to make myself a pair of really long gloves. Can anyone recommend a good source? I am looking for a high quality smooth plied yarn that doesn't shed if such a thing is possible.