A Plethora of Plying

I went a little wild with the plying earlier today.  First, the two bobbins of Only One and what there is of the first palate cleanser:


As soon as these are marinated and skeined, I can start on the first of four remaining sections of the second giant ball of Only One roving:


In the meantime, I have one open bobbin for the second palate cleanser, a sample of Romney that has some subtle patches of gold and purple in it:


It's possible I'll get that spun later today or some time tomorrow!

July Hat is done and awaiting its pom-pom.  I'm still contemplating whether I like it for a boy or a girl.  I'll post a pic soon so we can all scratch our heads together!

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