Techniques, Helpful Links

While perusing Fitted Knits at lunch today, I came across a few things that I've read about or seen, but require a little more study before actual practice is done.
Links to improve my knitting ability: -KFB information
I know this probably isn't too difficult, because watching the video on The Knitting Help video seemed fairly straightforward, but I want to check out these other links to make sure I understand it.
KFB Bar Increase

Another KFB explanation

Third example

TechKnitting misc. links:
Increases here
and here
Flat knitting on circs
Efficiency
Pattern reading

Correcting Errors

Here
also here
another and here
Article on gauge
One of my knitting resolutions is to learn how to correct mistakes. I already have one book of knitting tips, but there are a couple of books I'm thinking of adding to my library on this subject.

I can't believe I forgot

When I wrote yesterday about the knitting gifts I received, I somehow forgot to mention the best gift, from my boyfriend. I got a KnitPicks Options needle kit!! It's so glorious. I can't wait to use it. I asked for yarn from him as well, but honestly, I'm glad he didn't buy me any, as I really do have enough for the time being. I hope to use a good deal of it in the coming year. My ravelry queue is getting longer by the day. :\
In non-knitting news, I found a home for Fox. I took him to my grandparents' this past weekend, and my cousin decided she needed another kitty. I was sad to see him go, but I'm grateful that he has a good home.

Christmas Goodies

Well, for starters, I gave Jan her hat, and she LOVED it. She almost cried, and said she was so flattered. :D Success. That feels good. It motivates me to make other knitted gifts.
Sarah gave me an awesome gift, including some bare Knitpicks yarn, several packs of assorted koolaid, and instructions on how to dye yarn! She also included Sensational Knitted Socks, which I've been wanting, since learning to make socks is one of my new year's resolutions. What a great present. Thanks, Sarah!
I also got some great yarn from Jan: Malabrigo Worsted and Sockotta. Woo!
Additionally, I got two other knitting books: Cables Untangled and Fitted Knits. What a great way to start post-holiday knitting!
Currently, I'm working on the pillow for my bedroom and a hat for Jill, since the one I made her is too small. That will teach me to check gauge (maybe).
While I was at my grandmother's this past weekend, she gave me several embroidery patterns that she's had for years, some thread, and a hoop, so that I can try my hand at it. I think I'll really enjoy it, and it seems like yet another crafty activity I can amuse myself with.