Spiral Slouch Hat

Fun project...it took one evening and one skein.

I crocheted this loosely to get the slouchy look and changed the ribbing some.

Free pattern for the Divine Hat .

I used Universal Yarn/Classic Shades - color Grapevine.

This hat turned out really cute, but....you know the people that look good in any thing?

Well, it has come to my attention that I'm not one of them! So Im still searching through hat patterns:) This hat looks adorable on my daughter so it went to her.....she might end up with a whole collection before Im done!

Both Scarves Finished for Christmas

They both liked them, mission accomplished!

I didn't make this one but have the pattern & she would like some more colors.

Grandma's Special Christmas Gift

My daughter has been working on this painting for the last couple of months...she painted it special for Grandma's Christmas present. She was sooo surprised when she realized my daughter hand painted it! We are very proud of her....good job! Have no idea where the art talent came from:)

Oh!! Christmas Tree

One year, Dad (my hubby) had fallen asleep in the living room....tired, the rest of the family headed to bed. In the middle of the night I hear some one yelling my name. I get up and run in the living room thinking some thing terrible had happened and low and behold the Christmas tree, fully decorated is laying on top of Dad! All you could see was his feet ! After a few minutes of laughing hysterically, he said ...if you guys are done do you think you could move the tree? Well, that started a whole new round of laughing! We finally got the tree securely back in the stand. Where was the camera when I needed it? Needless to say, Dad has not yet lived that one down, and is probably looking at several years of teasing to come:)

It's A Wonderful Life

All my Christmas shopping has been done and wrapped for at least a week! Ive had a great couple of days. Yesterday, my son and I spent the afternoon together, went to lunch and then on a whim stopped to play a couple games of pool and bowl. Today was coffee, kitties & Kelsey.

I am thankful!

Rachael Ray's Official Website :: Coffee Spice Cookies

Rachael Ray's Official Website :: Coffee Spice Cookies

Coffee Spice Cookies
Serves 4 dozen cookies
Tags: desserts rice, grains and breads bake
Submitted bySmucker'sSmuckers.com
on 10/19/10

Who could resist these cookies with coffee, cinnamon and surrounded with chocolate bits?

2 teaspoons Folgers® Classic Instant Coffee Crystals
1 teaspoon hot water
1/2 cup Crisco® Butter Shortening
OR 1/2 stick Crisco® Butter Shortening Sticks
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups Pillsbury BEST® All Purpose Flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup chocolate decorator bits
Preparation
Dissolve instant coffee in hot water. Beat shortening, brown sugar, egg, vanilla and coffee mixture in large bowl with electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt.Divide dough into two equal parts. Shape each half into a roll 7-inches long x 1 1/2-inches in diameter. Roll in chocolate decorator bits, pressing lightly. Wrap tightly. Refrigerate at least 2 hours.Heat oven to 375ºF. Cut rolls into 1/4-inch slices. Place slices 1-inch apart on ungreased baking sheet.Bake 6-8 minutes or until set. Cool on rack.

Winter Wonderland

Hats & Cowls

Double Fabric Beanie Hat (Knit)

Double Fabric Cowl (Knit)

Patterns by Lorraine Hearn

http://www.ravelry.com

Winter Stuff...

Kitty Sweaters

(Above) Free Pattern: http://www.crochetnmore.com/thescratchinpost.htm

Cat vest
Originally uploaded by "penny" was already taken

My daughters two kitties LOVE wearing sweaters! She's had me searching for patterns when I found these.Wish me luck, I'm gonna give it a try after the holidays.
Free Pattern: http://www.christinelandry.com/?cat=7

Christ's Bell

Cross Stitch Santa Ornament

I made this for my mom several years ago for our decoration day exchange
( she collects unusual santa ornaments--he was so cute I couldnt pass it up). Its always on Dec 1st, and its usually an ornament, but some times its a type of decoration with a Christmas theme.
We get the kids an ornament every year too and by the time they move out, they will have plenty for their first Christmas tree. Some how this became a tradition for us and its one that we all look forward too.

Cozy Christmas Stuff

Woven Scandinavian Christmas Hearts
...have made this pattern out of paper many times, but knitting it never crossed my mind!
Thrilled to find this pattern.
Free Knit Pattern:
http://www.garnstudio.com/lang/en/visoppskrift.php?d_nr=0&d_id=516&lang=us

Free Paper pattern: http://haabet.dk/users/julehjerter/making.html or
http://haabet.dk/users/julehjerter/making.html





Festive, how fun!
Free Pattern
http://www.coatsandclark.com/Crafts/Crochet/Projects/Seasonal/WM1060+Christmas+Crochet+Coffee+Cozy.htm

My-So-Called Scarf

I chose bright colors for this winter and plan on trying this with a solid color soon...









Have to say this herringbone stitch scarf is an eye catcher!
Im trying it with Classic Chunky Impressions yarn - color #6210 ( bulky ).
I know alot of people prefer wool and such, but I like the yarns that are washer and drier safe when possible. This yarn is so soft too!
If you look this up in search you will find an array of pictures and many color variations.
All of them look gorgeous!

For the Free Pattern:
http://imagiknit.com/?p=60

'Tis The Season

Loved the wreath!
http://www.knitiqueayarnboutique.blogspot.com/


This ornament matched the wreath so well who could resist!
By PhoenixFire Designs
http://www.flickr.com/photos/15533280@N08/3185858949

Christmas List...

" Get Carried Away " tote in Baroque (* note: Baroque is the color ).
Would make a great knitting bag ... hint hint!




"Bowler" handbag in Baroque....




Love the watch!

Just to plead my case, I have been GOOD this year & Momma needs a bran-new-bag!

http://www.verabradley.com/

Triana Yarn / Scarf

Greens ...or


Black and gray?
Was hoping to match the bags above on my Christmas list.


Triana Scarf by Fil Katia - pictured in greens ( color # 50 ).
http://www.knittingfever.com/c/yarn/katia-triana/

HP7

Couldnt help but notice that in the new HP7 (part1) movie Harmonie is wearing some knit fingerless gloves. Totally love them! Hmmm wonder if I can find a pattern...if any one finds one please pass it on to me:)
We did like the movie and cant wait for part 2.