Before I stick a fork in my commentary on the aforementioned leg warmer fun, I can’t help but share the cherry on top of that project.

My oldest niece, Maizy, is currently rounding 2nd base on her way to the 3-year-old mark.  She’s got personality coming out her ears, and tends to ham it up regularly in her toddler social circle, as well as for her general public.

When I finished up with my leg warmers (100% infatuated with my quickie creation), I was just about to head out on a trip to see my sister for the weekend.  I had a few hours on the plane ahead of me and (shock!) nothing from my queue suitably organized to cast on, so I decided to grab from my stash yet another cheapie fun yarn from a Webs closeout to whip up some Maizy-sized leg warmers on the journey.  I finished one on the way there and the other one during my stay.

As I was leaving I presented Maizy with her mini-warmers, and in a flash she had them on, striking poses and strutting her stuff around the living room.  She channeled the dancers from Fame pretty well considering her lack of exposure to that decade.  I was so proud.

After I returned home, my sister sent me a few photos.  Her husband had dressed Maizy in full 80s regalia - not just the leg warmers, but complimentary striped tights, knit shorts, and sneakers - and took her out for a promenade downtown.  Apparently she was quite a hit, with teenagers and moms alike stopping to comment on her fashion sense (and the flourish with which she worked it).

She’s a sassy one in the making.  I love it.