As it turned out, the recipient of the wool hat is allergic to wool. Oops. The woman who got the scarf seemed to like it well enough. The woman who *didn't* get the tea cozy didn't mention it; she was well-pleased with what she did get.

Had a great time with a handful of friends on Christmas Day, and I'm mightily pleased that the holidays are almost over. I'm too old to have fun every day-- my back can't take it.

I need a cup of tea.