October 17, 2007
Not “Loopified” yet…
Well, we’re working hard, but that space is definitely not Loopified yet. We did paint a few walls. (Actually, there is no “we” about it. My mom came to help clean the new place the first day and when I started talking about needing some color on a few walls, she volunteered that my dad was a wonderful painter. Being a great sport, he agreed to take on the job on our very first day of moving in. So he gets all the credit!) I love walking in and seeing color instead of beige. This is the wall when 
you first walk in and we’ll put our Loopy sign up above there. Right now, the shelves are sadly empty. That’s the status. Painting is done, most shelves are up, but there are bags and boxes of yarn to unload and put away. There’s just no way to hurry that process up! It doesn’t feel like The Loopy Room yet, but I do have high hopes for it. I am really really really loving all of that space. (It’s going to fill up quickly. We have so much on order.)
On the home front, we introduced Zoe and Gracie today. It went so well! Not a hiss between the two until much later when they both went dashing after the same laser light and Zoe wanted dibs on it. In this photo, Zoe was interested in Gracie and Gracie was much more interested in being let out into a very big room, after her confinement in the guest room. They had a great time racing around and playing. Zoe is definitely the alpha cat, and Gracie is happy to let her have that roll. If I had known this was going to be so easy, I would’ve gotten a second cat ages ago. Why didn’t any of you tell me that I needed a second cat?? 
Hope you’re all having a good week. Your emails and blog comments have been so fun. (Yes, I’m woefully behind on answering emails – there is no computer in the Loopy Room yet. But I’m reading them all when I get home at night and love hearing from you. Soon, life will get back to normal. I think.)
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Kristi said,
October 17, 2007 @ 7:52 am
Of COURSE you can have your lattes daily…in fact, it is encouraged and supported by us!
The colour looks lovely–shout out to your dad. The new Loopy Room will be full in no time, I am sure.
Zoe and Gracie are so sweet! Yes, two is a fabulous number, as I well know with mine. Have fun!
Miss T said,
October 17, 2007 @ 7:55 am
You deserve that latte and maybe Dad needs one too!
Two is a perfect number for cats. How cute are they?
Emily said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:05 am
2 cats are better than one! Especially when you see them curl up together or bathe each other for the first time. So cute!
Of course, you get to deal with twice as much poop, but it’s a fair trade.
Loopy Dad did a great job painting. I love the color!
Isobel said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:10 am
Sisters forever!
Amy said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:12 am
That was so generous of Loopy Dad to do the painting! Looks great!! Glad you got your latte today – I’ve been bad and had one everyday this week so far, but in my defense, its only been a tall – so that’s really okay, I think… : )
Melissa said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:15 am
Sheri, with all that is going on, I say you can have more than one latte a day. Have three if you’d like. And heck, just to cover my bases, I’m letting you know that you need a third cat. There. LOL!
Mickie Taylor said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:16 am
I knew Zoe and Gracie would be pals. Just keep thinking 3 are better than 2! OH, I’m such a trouble maker. When I brought home a little kitten my two males mother smoothered her. They were always so protective of her. On to the Loopy Room, here after known as LR. I know it will all come together and be fabulous. Love the color of the wall. Have a Latte you deserve it, so do Mom and Dad. Hugs
Sarah said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:21 am
Yes, at least one latte per day. Loopy Dad needs one too! Well, one of whatever he likes anyway. The color is so nice to see- beige is awful.
I bet you could get lots of help putting all that yarn away if you let people play around and make yarn angels or something in it! Some of it might find a new home and then you wouldn’t have to worry about putting it away…
Castiron said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:27 am
I’m looking at those bags of yarn and wishing I was there to help put them away so I could pet them all
.
You definitely need the extra latte. After all, you’re burning a bunch of extra calories by hauling all that yarn, so you need to make it up somewhere!
Melissa said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:28 am
Awe they’re so cute together. Zoe looks like she will be a good big sister.
The paint makes a big difference. The apartment that I live in is actually the first that I’ve bothered to repaint before I moved in (needs it again but that’s ok) but I am so much happier in a lilac room than beige. It’s worth the time. My dad helped me too. Good dads are worth their weight in gold, aren’t they?
I see you will be sponsoring the Ravelry shindig at Rhinebeck! Will you be there? This is my first trip to the RSW, even though I’ve been knitting for 20 years and have always thought sheep are the cutest thing ever. I catch on kinda slow I guess.
Suna said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:37 am
I think two cats are way easier and more fun than one (4 dogs, however is a hair festival).
I am surprising myself at how darned happy i am for you getting to set up your new digs, getting it painted and stuff. I love the progress reports. My dad will paint anything, too, so I know how great it is to have such a dad, first hand. He’s not slowing down at 76!
Joan Callaway said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:48 am
Color is always the first thing I want to add, too, Sheri. Beautiful!
Joan
Meghann said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:54 am
AhhH! I love the color! Green is high on my color list lately. It looks great!
L-B said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:56 am
Loopy Ewe is coming of age!
Loopy Ewe is paying rent on a first apartment and hiring help and making Mom walk 5 blocks to visit!
Our sweet Loopy Ewe is growing up!
Brings tears to my eyes!
And Zoe and Gracie bring a huge smile to my face!
Khris said,
October 17, 2007 @ 9:30 am
Just beware of that fourth cat- it can be a doosie! (Take it from someone who knows
)
Kim B said,
October 17, 2007 @ 9:33 am
Cat introduction at your house went purr-fectly! Two cats do really keep each other company. Mine run, chase, yell and hiss at each other but all-in-all they are happy for the company. Zoe and Gracie look so cute together. Loopy Room will come together…it just seems daunting right now. As for a no-Latte Tuesday…better catch up with 2 today!
Jennifer said,
October 17, 2007 @ 9:37 am
I love what paint does for a room — it makes it yours. That’s so sweet of your dad to help. And on the latte front — I wish I could come over and buy you one — you very much deserve them!
Laurie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 9:38 am
Things are looking good at Loopy Headquarters! Just think, next week at this time, everything will be in the proper place and you can sit back and admire your new place for a minute or two! Zoe and Gracie look like they are going to be great cat-sisters!
Terri said,
October 17, 2007 @ 9:49 am
Not only are daily lattes required, but a job this big means a second latte about 3pm is also needed. Alert your Barista.
Sarah in OH said,
October 17, 2007 @ 10:02 am
Oh, good choice eon the paint! It’s light and airy, fun but not over the top, the white shelves really pop against it and I’m sure the yarn will pop in the shelves.
I think you should be having big chocolate chip cookies with those lattes.
Amy said,
October 17, 2007 @ 10:23 am
I only I too could have bags and bags of yarn to looks at… I do, they are just are a lot smaller and not so many.
Also I am so sorry that I did not tell you 2 cats are better than one…
Mine are not exactly peas in a pod… but they like having each other.
Sally said,
October 17, 2007 @ 10:36 am
I love it that Zoe and Gracie made fast friends. You surely deserve a latte every day this week. I’m excited about the new loopy office. How fun is that?!?
Kelly said,
October 17, 2007 @ 10:37 am
“Why didn’t any of you tell me that I needed a second cat??”
Um… you didn’t ask?
Tracy said,
October 17, 2007 @ 10:58 am
Lattes-on-demand during move week and probably the first day or two next week as you try to catch up on orders
Zoe & Gracie look great together. It’s always good to add a younger cat (IMO) in situations like yours because the young cat is happy to adjust to the habits of the older cat and let the older cat be “top cat.” Your picture so totally captures their introduction!
Jenna said,
October 17, 2007 @ 11:09 am
I’m glad the kitties are getting along so well! Our kitties actually switched who was the “Alpha” cat after several years. Our Mittens just kept taking what ever Misty would dish out and then one day it seems that Mittens just realized she was much bigger than Misty and started to give it right back until Misty left her alone.
I’m glad you’re loving the new Loopy room! But I must admit, looking at all those bags and bags of yarn makes me a bit woozy… I don’t know how you can resist it.
Monica said,
October 17, 2007 @ 11:10 am
I agree with Tracy, until things are back to normal, Lattes should be on an as needed basis. I declare them fat and calorie free for the rest of the week ( if only I really had that kind of power)
Look at all those bags of beautiful yarn, I wish I was there to help you stock those shelves, just so I could touch them all, I would even wear a drool bib, so as not to damage any of them : )
The kitties are so cute together. Zoe will love having a companion during the day.
Susan Pandorf said,
October 17, 2007 @ 11:44 am
2 cats are ALWAYS better than one.
Why didn’t I tell you?
You never asked…
Blessings!
PS. I MISS you, but have been busy with burgeoning design business. Sunflower Designs is a modest undertaking thus far, but she shows signs of great promise.
TMTTYRR said,
October 17, 2007 @ 11:56 am
YAY FOR LATTE!
I’m so glad that Zoe and Grace are getting along. Gives me hope for introducing a new cat into my one-cat household.
Looks like you are making great progress in the new Loopy Room! Just keep moving forward and it’ll all be up in no time! Can’t wait until you’re back!
Kate Lathrop said,
October 17, 2007 @ 11:56 am
They look so cute together! I’m glad to see how well they are getting along.
The Loopy Room is going to be GREAT when you’re finished. Thank you for taking the time in the evening to keep us updated and sharing the progress with us.
I will have a peppermint mocha latte for you today!
Best wishes from Phoenix!
Angie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:12 pm
I always think a one task as one less checkmark on the list! Having those beautiful walls would put some pep in my step. Well, a latte wouldn’t hurt either:-)
That Gracie is a sweetie, and those two look so pretty together. Little princesses! Or one queen and a princess. Zoe deserves to be top kitty.
Angie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:13 pm
My first sentence didn’t come out right. You know, one more checkmark means one task done. Oh, bother, you know what I mean
)
Susan said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
I wish that I lived close enough that I could volunteer to come over on the weekend and help you get yarn put away. It looks like it would be a heavenly experience.
Marianne Y said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:27 pm
LOL. Dr Pepper (the soft drink) used to have a slogan, have a Dr Pepper at 10 (am), 2 (pm) and 4 (pm). Hmm, maybe that translates to lattes, too?
Seriously, I think that Loopy Dad & Loopy Mom deserve lattes, in addition to you, Sheri! And, y’all should have an extra one to make up for yesterday, too!
It looks like the Loopy Room is beginning to take shape; that’s great! Do you have everything moved from your home to the new Loopy Room, yet?
That is a sweet picture of your kitties! Don’t be surprised if they eventually switch places as to which one is alpha kitty, though. I’m happy for you that they are doing great together.
Chan said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:45 pm
Cute kitty photo. What a great dad, to paint for you! My husband painted for me when we were dating, but now, he just reminds me that one of our employees paints on the side… Guess he’ll have some side work coming up next spring!
Katie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:51 pm
You can move any of those yarny trash bags right over to my house.
Kristin said,
October 17, 2007 @ 12:53 pm
Sheri,
I’m on vacation, and yesterday I had my very first PSL! Tall, of course, non-fat, no whipped cream. I think that makes it healthy! HA HA HA! The new room is going to be fab, and I can’t imagine how exhausted you must be. Take care of yourself!
Tigger's Mom said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:04 pm
Yay for Loopy Dad (and for Loopy Mom volunteering Loopy Dad)! Loopy Headquarters look great! All that yarn! Wow! But it will seem like home before you know it.
Zoe and Gracie are so cute! So glad that went well.
Hattie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:23 pm
It’s a beautiful color for the walls, one of my favorites.
They look like they will be happy kitties to have company! We’ve always had more than one cat. At one point, we had 13! Both of our female cats had kittens…now that was crazy! There were kittens everywhere!
Melissa said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:38 pm
I’m thinking what the Loopy Room really needs is its own espresso machine! That way you can have all the lattes you want….and the cost does amortize over time. Besides, isn’t caffeine considered a business expense?
Congrats on the fantastic new space and the adorable new kitty girl! My Nell-cat is cat unfriendly, so I can only have one (even if my apt. complex would allow a second one). I have warned her, though, that some day she will have a dog-sibling to deal with.
Martha said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:39 pm
Two cats are great! My husband made me take the humane society web page off my favorite list – it was a criteria for getting cat #3, who is the best of all!
I love the new wall color and I’m itching to put things on those shelves. I love to put things away on shelves. I don’t even want the bags of yarn since I’m going to tackle my own yarn room today – yarn is spilling over.
Lou said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:56 pm
Yes, daily lattes is what helps the work get done. Nice paint job by your dad. I’ll keep him in mind when our house needs some new paint. ;o)
And I’m so happy the intro between Gracie and Zoe went so well. It helps that they are both female!!
Those bags of yarn look so tempting — I’d love to dive into that pile!
Godspeed with the rest of the move — sounds like progress is being made.
Debi B said,
October 17, 2007 @ 1:57 pm
I love your new paint in the Loopy Room. My favorite color is green and Hey, I think I might have a skein or two or three of sock yarn that is that very color!!!
You seem to be coming right along and will be “all full up” before you know it! I get to start some new socks and can pull out my stash and try to pick a skein. I can hardly wait!!!
LaLa said,
October 17, 2007 @ 2:16 pm
I can’t imagine how many bags of yarn, y’all have had to move. All the moving will be over before you know it (the where did we put that? might last a few months , though) Have a great day!
Wanda in AR said,
October 17, 2007 @ 2:20 pm
The color is great. Way better than total Beige. Gracie is so cute. My LYS in Fayetteville, AR has a cat that sleeps at the Store. You may to think about adding a cat to the store in the future.
Dr. Jackie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 2:55 pm
Sheri, if you need it I will personally deliver a latte to you!!! I’d be happy to help you move stuff too…I actually have tomorrow and Friday off work…just sayin’…
Congratulations on the new kitty…it’s nice to have a new four-legged family member now and again, dontcha think? (even though all mine are of the canine variety…!)
Been warming up your bicycle yet??
susan said,
October 17, 2007 @ 4:08 pm
How exciting to spread out into new space. The color looks so inviting! As for the
kitties, we got a new puppy in the spring, and the older dog ended up loving her.
When it comes to toys and play, though, the older one (Gracie) gets top billing!
Have a great week!
Susan L said,
October 17, 2007 @ 4:33 pm
It’s amazing what a difference a fresh coat of paint & a little color will make! (Props to your dad, btw.) Be careful not to get woozy from the fumes from all that yarn at once! You might need an extra PSL to offset the effect!
And congrats on the newest member of your family! Gracie is adorable (as is Zoe), & it looks like they’re off to a great start! I’ve had one or more cats since 1976 or so. The 1st kitty I ever had didn’t understand that he was a cat (thought he was my baby) & used to get so upset if I was out of the house for too many hours that he’d get sick to his stomach, & I’d find puke piles when I got home. Finally got a kitten to keep him company. The older guy looked at me like I hurt his feelings but was soon cleaning & disciplining the little one. I now have 3 cats & 2 dogs, added one at a time, & they all get along. They’ve each got unique personalities & their own distinct relationships with each other. It’s really funny to watch sometimes.
I agree that you need an espresso machine for the new Loopy HQ – and a mini-fridge, too!
Marsha said,
October 17, 2007 @ 4:43 pm
With 2 kitties, you can donate a little leftover sock yarn ball for them to play with. Cats never want the sock toys as much as the yarn ball you’re knitting with!
That green looks great. What a nice dad!
Gina said,
October 17, 2007 @ 4:58 pm
If I lived closer, I would have loved go and help put all that yarn up. I work at a lys and know how much work it is to put all that up. I’m so happy Zoe and Gracie got along well. That is great! Looking forward to seeing more pictures of the Loopy Ewe’s new home.
Phoebe said,
October 17, 2007 @ 5:14 pm
Zoe and Gracie together totally warms the heart. Looking forward to seeing the new room all Loopified. Continued good luck with the move!
Hariamrit said,
October 17, 2007 @ 5:53 pm
Well I could have told you to take a whole litter like I did. They were found sick in someone’s barn and at 2 weeks. I hand raised them and they are my all time favorite cats. Just had them neutered and spayed, yippy no more worries. there are 4 of them and I would’t part with them for a years worth of yarn. Hope you enjoy yours as well. My house cat is a loner but she does not play well wit others-cats. She loves all the house dogs and is the boss of everyone.
Take a break, relax and I say 2 trips to Starbucks for you tomorrow.
Dorothy said,
October 17, 2007 @ 6:29 pm
Two kitties are always nice but some kitties definitely are one cat kitties. I knew yours would do fine when they were playing footsies or “pawsies” under the door. It is always great when one allows the the other to be an alpha and since Gracie came into Zoe’s territory it is only right for her to be alpha. I look forward to more stories!!
The new place looks great!! Kudos to your Dad for the great work!!!
Liz said,
October 17, 2007 @ 6:47 pm
Ooh, love the green! This place is going to be so happy when you’re done–just a riot of color. Just what you need going into the winter!
And I’m glad to see Gracie and Zoe are getting along. Mine fight over the feather toys, and they’re mom and daughter. Once the hissing starts, the toy goes away. I’m very stern.
And you SO need more lattes. I mean, you’re working, it’s sweaty…lattes count as hydration, right?
Kate said,
October 17, 2007 @ 6:49 pm
ooohh I love shelves!! so much potential! (Though, I am certain there is a cosmic law of shelf space that states that you will always have 2-15% more stuff than you have shelf space, no matter how much shelf space you have… it is related to the rule that states that no matter how large your kitchen garbage is, it will always be filled at least once a day.)
I think your dad deserves the latte!!
PS. Today I finally started working with the first skein that I ordered from you, it is going to be a pair of socks for my dad for Christmas.
Kristi ~ Ohio said,
October 17, 2007 @ 6:51 pm
Zoe and Gracie look so cute together. It’s great that they are hitting it off from the start. Your new Loopy Ewe place is looking great! You’re lucky to have Loopy Mom and Dad there to help you and WH. It will look so wonderful and colorful once the yarn is up. Love seeing the pictures of the place as it progresses. Kristi
New Jersey Laura said,
October 17, 2007 @ 6:57 pm
Congratulations on your new space! It looks beautiful, ready to be filled with yarn, hopes & dreams that will come true!
Valerie said,
October 17, 2007 @ 8:15 pm
Happy to hear that Gracie and Zoe are getting along well. As for having more than one cat, when I was growing up we always had at least 3 and often 5 cats at once. As a child I found this a wonderful situation but I’m not sure my mom agreed since she had to clean the litter boxes! The cats almost always loved each other and spent lots of time playing together and grooming one another. It was not uncommon for me to come home from school to find a new kitten in my room, where it would stay until it became acclimatized to its new home. That was such fun!
Ronni said,
October 18, 2007 @ 12:37 am
Awww aren’t they cute! I’m glad they seem to be playing well. And that the new Loopy space progresses. I think you and your dad both deserve lattes.
Vanessa said,
October 18, 2007 @ 2:45 am
The new Loopy space is looking good!! Getting a second kitty is great when they get along, difficult when they don’t… and of course they can’t tell you in advance whether or not they will appreciate the company. I’m glad that Zoe and Gracie are getting along – they’ll have fun, and you’ll know Zoe’s happy with her new friend! (Gracie’s a cutie, by the way!)
Linda said,
October 18, 2007 @ 5:26 am
I’m glad it is all turning out well between the two cats. It is so anxiety producing until they settle.
J.P. said,
October 18, 2007 @ 5:48 am
I’m getting a second cat shortly. I’m worried about it, but seeing your two getting along gives me a ray of hope! Thank you for that!
The Loopy room looks awesome so far! I love the color of the walls.. so cheerful!
Emilie said,
October 18, 2007 @ 7:09 am
Yay for Zoe and Gracie! (Or is it Zoë?)
And yay for The Loopy Room!
Terry said,
October 18, 2007 @ 7:36 am
I keep looking at the pic of the empty room – it’s so nice, like an empty canvas ready to be painted. The exception is you get to fill it up! Hope the move goes well and your buddies do get to hang around.
Theresa in Italy said,
October 18, 2007 @ 7:48 am
Those kitties are so cute together! So glad that they are getting along—for your sake. You dad did a great job. Beautiful, restful shade of green; the new Loopy Room looks so inviting now (and it will look even more so when the yarn is in all those shelves)! I also think you need an espresso machine in the office. I mean, what if visitors from Italy happen to drop by?
Anniebananie said,
October 18, 2007 @ 8:44 am
The cats are adorable!
I must say I am going through terrible loopy withdrawals this week. I keep looking to see if there might be some kind of sneak up – you know, something to keep us going….
And those bags of yarn!!! I could just dive right in, cover myself up and be the happiest woman in the world!
We miss you Sheri and can’t wait until the new Loopy Room is all set up and ready to go!!!
PS – my husband thanks you for taking this break. He says the American Express thanks you too.
bungalowmum said,
October 18, 2007 @ 9:12 am
I am so glad the Loopy Room has color. I really think that walls are not finished until they are painted up in a color that suits both the room’s purpose and the owner. But you know, I could be construed as being slightly more interested in color than the rest of the population
Glad you’re two cuties are getting along there! They look like a match made in heaven.
Oh, and would you lay down in that pile of yarn and roll once for me…..you know in secret? Because that’s what I think that pile of yarn needs!
Sarah said,
October 18, 2007 @ 11:36 am
You will have the room “Loopified” in now time!
Gina said,
October 18, 2007 @ 3:21 pm
Looking good, just think once everything done you will look around and feel oh so proud and excited by this step forward!! Congrats on all your accomplishments and I know the place will look great once all that yarn is exposed!
Heather B said,
October 18, 2007 @ 3:21 pm
Just wanted to tell you that your new digs are looking great. The wall colors are pretty and make the space much nicer than a generic office. Wish I lived closer so I could visit when you’re all done.
Michele in Maine said,
October 19, 2007 @ 10:09 am
When in Boston this week for a check-up I had a pumpkin spice latte to keep me awake on the ride home (5 hours). It was delish!
Can’t wait to see all the pretty yarn in its bins!
Kelly said,
October 19, 2007 @ 11:49 am
Go for the “Lattes all day” ! Tell Dad he did a great job on the paint. Hope you’re surviving!
Michelle from Arizona said,
October 19, 2007 @ 11:52 am
I love your green wall Sheri. Green is my fav… my office is sort of an olive green too. You have made great progress so I’m sure you will be in good working order very soon.
Glad to hear Gracie and Zoe are so good together. I think you were lucky… doesn’t always work out that way. Or maybe you picked two sweethearts. :>)
New Jersey Laura said,
October 19, 2007 @ 5:04 pm
Thanks for sponsoring the Ravelry party at Rhinebeck!!!!
Liz said,
October 19, 2007 @ 9:16 pm
How did I miss that picture of the bags and bags and BAGS of yarn? Anyone else want to do a run-jump-dive into all that yumminess?
Hope things are going well and that you are getting your Minimum Daily Requirement of lattes and kitty kisses.