Yarn Purchase made!

One of the great things about working at a yarn store is familarity with their stock...I had a pretty good idea about what I wanted for my sock pal. Koigu was my first choice, but none of the colourways were perfect, so I went with Shepherd Sock. I have pics at my blog.

I'm not sure what pattern I'll end up doing...maybe I'll design my own. Does anyone have a favourite pattern for Shepherd Sock? I'd love to hear suggestions!

Also, I still haven't heard from my sock pal. : ( I'm still hopeful though!