Seeing that I'm currently knitting a toy robot (two arms to go) with Lambs Pride, I was thrilled to open the first couple of gifts from my secret pal. What fun, more yarn for toys, woo hoo. But I really wasn't clued in (though I should have guessed with brown, red & white yarn) what was coming next...

Oh so cool, I love this pattern for a knit sock monkey, how fun! The pattern sounds so unique, the shaping resembles a traditional machine-knit sock heel and toe. As you know I have a serious thing for knitted toys — and you the fabulous ms. secret pal have obviously read my archives and figured me out in a big big way. You are divine, and such a good gift giver!! I am so excited to knit this monkey. So who is Carol Wood and where did you find this pattern?

And here's a little knitting fuel...

And no excuses, I can now knit ANYWHERE! tee hee these are great!

Then, I opened this lovely book full of wonderfully adorable and inspiring toy patterns. So zakka, I love love love this too. Happy happy me! There are even lots of little toy clothes patterns inside. The sock cuddles, button eyed crocodile, elephant and the felt mouse are so sweet. Way too much fun, thank you thank you thank you. You've just out done yourself. I can't wait to find out who you are, though I already know you are a wonderfully generous and incredibly thoughtful soul.

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