I've gone quiet lately and really there hasn't been much to report. Training is still happening, although running 20 miles in freezing conditions really isn't on my top ten list of things to do on a Sunday.
With a month to go until marathon day, I still can't work out how fast I can go and not end up a blubbing wreck after 15 miles. The problem I have is that all of my training has been up and down the Somerset hills and the marathon course is far, far flatter. My main worry is that the novelty of not having steep slopes will be such that I'll get a bit overexcited and shoot off too quickly. If I do, it won't end well.
Race day aside, the whole purpose of this venture was to raise funds for Refuge. The third and final pattern of the Ready, Steady, Go! collection is now ready to download. If you have already bought the ebook, then it will come to you automatically. If you haven't bought the ebook, it is available here for £5.00: 
Alternatively, you can buy the single Go! Scarf pattern, for £2.50 here:
The Go! Scarf is based on the road signs for sharp bends or roundabouts. The border uses the same stitch pattern as with the Ready mitts and Steady hat and has lace chevrons. My aim was for it to be a supporter's accessory, rather than something to wear while out training. It is useful too as you can point disoriented runners in the right direction. Or not if you're feeling cruel.
The yarn is fantastic Go! Green for Refuge by Bablylonglegs. It is a 4 ply weight in 50% superwash merino and 50% silk. It will be available on Wednesday, with the majority of the proceeds going to Refuge. Keep a beady eye on the website and admire the amazing colours of all of her yarns.
I'd like to give a massive thank you to all who have helped me to get this project off the ground. The dyers (Babylonglegs, Skein Queen and Fyberspates) have all been hugely generous with their time and expertise in producing yarns in the perfect colours. Also, I need to thank Andy Robinson at bluefaced.com for very kindly donating the base yarns. Finally, this wouldn't have happened without the publishing duo Jen and Nic who have taken my poorly written notes and made them into proper looking patterns.