The Many Spheres of Our Existence

Like many people, I have more than just knitting in my life. This theoretically makes me a more well-rounded person. The tough part for me is when parts of my life intersect because it can be very confusing!

For example, I'm trying to lose weight and get in better shape, so fiber means two things to me. Thankfully not many people confuse those two!

I work at a gym, so spinning has multiple meanings. I've had people ask me if I spin, when they really meant do I Spin? That's led to some confused conversations!

Do you find your craft terms overlapping with your other hobbies?

Conversation Starter: Cleanliness

As usual, please feel free to jump in with your own comments or snag this conversation starter for your own blog. A link back to me is nice, but not necessary.

I never used to drink coffee, but I got this fancy coffee maker for Christmas that can make things like espressos and mochas and so here I am, sucking down a cup like I've been doing this for years. I go to work at noon so this morning time is useful for a lot of things. I could exercise, clean house, or work on my crafting. I still have to finish my Boneyard Shawl! But I won't work on it, because I'm drinking coffee.

I'm not a neat person, which is why I will probably never participate in those "what's on your workdesk" prompts. I do like to think I'm pretty clean, though, which is why I try really hard not to craft with food or drink around. (Plus I have cats. I think you can do the math.) I try to either wash my hands or use hand sanitizer before picking up my yarn. I freak out a little when I drop my yarn on the floor, although maybe it would help if I vacuumed once in a while.

I know it's not weird to be sensitive to people with sensitivities, but most of what I make is for myself! I know plenty of people who let their yarn roll around on the floor like it is their vacuum. (I only twitch a little on the outside.) Am I just some kind of nut, coming up with all these rules I must obey before I can craft? Do you think it limits spontaneity and fun, or is it a good habit to have?

Conversation Starter: Do You ... ?

I'm going to attempt to make more interactive posts here. One, in the hopes that it will be more engaging to you, and two, because I want you to interact with me. It's shameless, I know.

As evidenced by my title, I think I'll call this a Conversation Starter. Feel free to comment with your own insights or to snag this for your own blog. (But I'd love a link back if you do.)

Do you weave in your ends before or after you block your piece? I tend to weave mine in first, just because I'm lazy and won't do it for months otherwise, but I haven't woven in the ends on my blocked Seed Stitch Scarf. I guess I do a little of both!

My reasoning tends to be that blocking will even out any poor weaving-in I've done. How about you?