Started Sahara

My yarn and new Options needles arrived the other day. I was so excited to open that package!! I can't imagine how I got along without these needles.

I have now started Sahara. Following the link that someone else posted here, I used the provisional cast-on from Knit and Tonic. What a dream! Not much progress so far because I'm still finishing the Simple Knitted Bodice that I started as a filler project after the Wicked KAL. I'm using Knit Picks Shine Worsted in Crocus. It feels incredibly soft and here is what I have so far:

I posted brag pics of my new needles and of my SKB progress on my blog:

Diary of a Mad Crafter

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