Paris, Edith Piaf and knitting

Yes, I went to Paris last week and here's the proof.

Knitting wise, I got some Phildar sock yarn which I am not going to use for making socks ( that would be far too obvious! ). If you are ever over there, I recommend the Mercerie dept. in Le Bon Marche store on the left bank. They stock Rowan, Phildar, Anny Blatt, Plassard and Elle as well as the best selection of ribbons I have ever seen. There was too much choice, and I don't often say that.

Still on a knitting theme, I watched La Vie en Rose last night which is the latest film about the life of Edith Piaf. This has had mixed reviews, but I enjoyed it. When asked what she did when not singing she answered " I knit. " When touring America she had her knitting with her. A short but tragic life, doubtless made a little happier by knitting.