Declan's Show Fleece

I'm finally feeling inspired to use my "alpaca show fleece" purchased from the Southwind Farm in Connecticut last November. I was thinking of a cabled cowl and matching hat, but those just aren't special enough for Declan's prize winning fleece.



That cutie won second place in the nation! My knitting friends don't need to be reminded of this, since I wore the skeins as a necklace, stroking them and repeatedly commenting on my luscious score the entire drive home to Philly. (That's also why they love me though!)



I thought a simple caplet with some shaping and details may be more worthy. I may do a little lace band or edging towards the bottom. Although, I like the idea of knitting it simply. After all, this prize winning fleece is from a very manly alpaca (wink).



Can you believe that after finishing my chartreuse sweater and rainbow legwarmers, I'm going to knit with undyed alpaca? At least this gorgeous wooden carved button will add some of my typical "flair".