why didn't I think of this before?

Had a brainwave - instead of struggling to save up for $17/yd silk while hoping they'll still have it in stock, why not just order the dye and silk from Dharma Trading?

$4.50 (dye) + ~$11 for 2 yds silk = 15.50. Ok, not much less, but I'd get exactly the color I want have some silk left over. Besides, I could always go for the habotai and save even more (though I am very, very tempted to splurge on the sandwashed charmeuse (!!! feels SO good!)

Note to self re: swanky silks: Thai Silks has unusual goodies like silk fleece and silk/linen blends. The silk/wool is actually better priced than most wool I've found, but nothing there is as economical as Dharma Trading. I will set this aside for later though ;)

The Secretary

Finally saw this movie that numerous friends have oohed and ahhed over for ages. I did enjoy it, but true to form I wasn't as impressed as everyone else.

( My review )