Winner Winer

I had fascinating discussion with someone on the nature of trading at fjm's once. The main point being a trade is supposed to be mutually beneficial to both parties. Accomplishing / providing something that neither party can have on their own. So I was amused to see this justification for brining cheap wine to a party.

You feel happy, because you've saved money.

The other guests feel happy, because they get to feel superior to you.

It's win-win! (until you don't get invited back)

The Undercover Economist blog, pointed out by a colleague after chatting about Freakanomics.

Knitting Update

I finished both of my first projects last week.

( Pictures and write up )

I tried about three or four time to start the Cthulhu hat at the weekend, from the top down. But despite a rather useful video on small diameter circular knitting (Thanks Nikki) I couldn't get the hang of it.

I think I'm going to have to start with a larger tube just to practice. I've got no idea what to make though. I suppose I could just make a little pouch to keep the random foreign currency I've got on my desk in. Hmm.