Tahki Terra Rio Yarn Cocoon Vest

Love this pattern...and looking for this book. So far it is either out of stock or unavailable.

Book- Tahki Terra Collection Natural Landscapes Pattern Book.

Popcorn Bobble Beret

For Pattern: (by Vicki McNabb)

http://yardsellr.com/for_sale/crochet-popcorn-bobble-stitch-beret-pdf-pattern-only-74745

Happy Valentine's Day

Weaver Beanie Hat

Above: My finished hat! Loved the pattern! Easy & quick.

Thought Id give this hat a try...if it doesnt work out for me someone will have a new hat!

Since I didnt make the knit slouch hat Im using the Rozetti Soprano for this one in blues and grays. (crochet)

Pattern available on ravelry.com

Happy 90th Birthday

Today is my Gma's 90th Birthday! We did lunch and saw the bird sanctuary.

There's about 15-20 different types of finches and other small birds.

Too cute, alot of them were all cuddled up in their nests since its soooo cold here.

It was great and my Gma luvs birds & hot chocolate:)

Debbie Bliss

Debbie Bliss Rialto Cabled Jacket

Fell in LUV with this jacket the minute I saw it!! Too bad its a little over my budget.

I couldnt find the pattern alone, just the kit, sooooo its now on my wishlist!

Overnight Faux Fur Tote by Atteni
This was another favorite...fun!


http://www.gotyarn.com/detail.cfm?ID=6097

Afghan Update

Finished the bottom edging and the first set of cables (24 rows)
and have started the second set. Its begining to take shape.
Its still on my circular needles so I couldnt lay it out flat for the picture.
Bella seems to be enjoying herself...she found the tale that
will be tucked in.

Crochet Valentines

...Found these little lovelies, and love the special touch of the crochet trim.

When my grandma received some thing special like this she always stuck it

in her bible for safe keeping.

For directions click link below.
http://thimbleanna.com/projects/valentinecard.html

Knitting Cupcakes

Knitting Cupcakes

I love these... perfect to take as a treat for my knitting group (hopefully to a knitting retreat/weekend)!

http://knithacker.com/2010/09/15/knitting-cupcakes-2/

Snow Storm

In the top pictures you can see my car parked in the driveway behind all the

snow piled up in our front yard. The bottom two were taken during the snow storm...

Vanilla Creme Shawl (Crochet)

I crocheted this shawl for my grandma to wear to church several years ago,

and had forgotten about it until I saw she had it on the other day.

The body is basic double crochet, the trim is one row of broomstick lace followed by

a row of single crochet & the fringe is single crocheted loops.

(The fringe was done on both ends and across the bottom).
Easy!

I used Baby Bee Lambie Pie yarn, color=naked (cream color).

Early Birthday Gifts

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You! My first E-Gift Card:) I thought the bag would be great for yarns in the summer, the pencil holder good for hooks & needles, and couldnt resist the coin purse! Thanks Heidi!

http://www.littlemissmatch.com

Aran Cable Afghan

So far, so good!

Lionbrand Thick & Quick / Wheat Color #402

Getting ready to start on this pattern. Need to exhange needles first since I am using bulky yarn instead of chunky. I decided on Wool-Ease Thick & Quick color #402 Wheat. My guys are hard on things so I thought this had a better chance of survival:) Machine washable and dryable.

** ordered longer circular needles (US 13- 60"), but have finished the cast ons on the shorter ones till the new arrive.

Notes: Since I did choose a larger yarn the afghan is going to be much larger than the pattern calls for & of coarse will need more yarn. Im thinking it will probably cover a twin bed with no problem. Since I am keeping this one for me I dont mind changes. The Thick and Quick yarn is making this a very heavy and warm afghan...great for living up north.

Free Pattern: Aran Cable Blanket by Bernat

Chicken Scratch Embroidery WIP

Found this really great duffle bag and decided to embellish it. Ive always liked the chicken scratch embroidery patterns, but havent made any for ages. While I was searching through patterns, Ive noticed its come a long way since then. There are some really intricate patterns and lots of color play now days. I also learned another name for chicken scratch embroidery is Depression Lace. Hmmm learn some thing new every day!

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!