tiny, cast iron pots

I’ve been incredibly lazy about sewing and knitting lately. I temporarily have a roommate and am without an art studio — now a guest room.* My craft supplies are crammed in closets and tucked in long Tupperware containers under my bed. Instead I’ve been feeding my domestic drive by cooking up a storm and have some new recipes I’d like to try. I could use some advice:
~Have you ever made keffir? Or your own yogurt?
~Have you ever cooked barley? What is your favorite recipe?

When I do pull out my knitting needles, I’ve been commissioned to make another Nudu cap. Woot! I need some help with this too, considering my knitting books are in a storage box.
~Do you have a quick pattern for a beanie/skull cap knit with bulky yarn?

Internets, show me some love and help a girl out. In return, I’ll pick a couple commenters for hand-sewn prizes. I’m thinking Spring aprons and recipe books.

~K

* {I am really enjoying having a roomie after living alone for several years. She even has cats. And don’t tell anyone, but I kinda like one of them. Okay, maybe two. Don’t ask how many there are. Okay, there are five. Yes, I am currently living with 5 furballs and a lovely South African emigre.}