INSOMNIAC with a hook

My Hero

2012-02-02T13:00:00.000-08:00

Meet Bob...He is 82 years old. He has crocheted over 400 blankets for Charity..God Bless him.
Read all about him HERE

More This and That

2012-01-30T11:29:00.001-08:00

Finishing up some projects...Pillow completed. I followed Lucy of Attic 24 on the front the back I just did a big circle. This is to go with my california dreaming quilt that I just cannot seem to finish. Did the border once did not like. Now I am working on it again and just have a problem with finishing or should I say completing the binding to sew.
Tea cozy was done during a few nights of insomnia...UGG I walk around like a zombie. Preparing for Kids to move over and Parents are coming down. Running a business.. Life in general.
Anyway..no pattern did grit stitch for body of tea cozy just added a bunch of leaves..Just free formed it and Roses I have memorized from Lion brand yarn web site.
Chow!

This and That

2012-01-30T11:28:00.000-08:00

Chloe Cardigan

2012-01-08T13:44:00.000-08:00

Made this adorable cardigan for my grandaughter today and yesterday on and off.. I just adore it! You can find it HERE
I love it and will be casting on another tonight! Fun and easy.

beehive slouch

2012-01-07T09:50:00.000-08:00

This is my beehive slouch. My own pattern I am working on...Still working on some quirks in it. Love it though.. Loops and threads wool..The best soft and easy to work with. One episode of Law and Order and One episode of the closer and I was sewing on my flower! Instant gratification..Size 11 and 15 needles.

The Beanery

2012-01-06T07:34:00.000-08:00

When visiting my sister Dawn in Nj she served me the most wonderful cup of chai tea I have ever had...I tried them all and this place by far has the best! Its a powder..She ordered it from them by the bags full. You can get it by packets or by a big bag. She buys a big bag with a friend and they split it. I just purchased a big bag for myself. They have variety packs and coffee also. All I can say is you need this! Treat yourself I did...Yumm I can hardly wait. CLICK HERE to visit their site!

Whats doing

2012-01-05T12:44:00.000-08:00

As the Garden Bell so aptly put I have holiday fog brain. Kids left and the hustle and bustle is over..I took tree down day after Chrismtas..Im like that.

Anywho..Have some projects to finish. One is a secret cannot wait to show the other is for charity. I have been slaking on my charity hooking and quilting lately. Shame on me. I am hoping when my daughter in law moves closer we will be able to quilt more. When we are together now we are always busy knitting or crocheting its wonderful to have so much in common with her.

This beauty caught my eye! I was given some of this amazing yarn from Rachel for Christmas and I am thrilled to have found this pattern.
I must make this! Another wonderful design by Miss Kim Guzman

Thinking about joining this crochet along at Scottys Place. Click Here to visit her! She has great blog and you are sure to be entertained by her writing and her beautiful crochet. Oh and her recipies!

OK one more thing! Puff stitch scarf!

2011-12-22T14:50:00.000-08:00

Ok so I saw this post a few weeks ago and had to make this scarf... This gal is so talented. Check out her photo shoot with her puff stitch hat. You will be crocheting one up for yourself.
I just adore it and puff stitches are addicting.

It took almost 3 skeins of simply soft
150 rows
94 inches long
1800 puff stitches.

My Pammy Sue Model just loves all these hats and scarves!

Finishing up!

2011-12-22T04:44:00.000-08:00

Just finishing up this morning. You almost done? I blocked these gorgeous squares for my Daughter in law. She is simply amazing. She is what I would call a natural knitter. It comes to her so easily and she can whip up a pattern right out of her head. She manages a household, works full time and is a mom also. I dont know how she ever finds time to knit. I am so lucky to have her in my life as my daughter in law and my friend. I am so proud of her and my son both.
Just waiting for them to arrive this morning. So excited to have children here at Christmas because that is what it is all about. We are so very blessed this year.
I am just about complete with Christmas crocheting. I have a few orders to finish up but they know it will not be by Christmas. I have had a few order from our Etsy shop but I can tell you Facebook set me on fire. I had so many orders from facebook and saved the overhead! People who saw pictures of what I made would facebook me and say can I get one, and away it went. Crazy because I actually hate facebook. I would not even be on it if it was not a way to see my grandchildren and daughter chelsea and all my neices and nephews. I have no interest in it otherwise but it has proven to be a great business tool. I propably will not be online for the next week the kids will be here and I will be enjoying them. I hope all of my blogger friends have a safe and Happy Holiday...Much Love Neicee

Almost Here!

2011-12-22T04:34:00.000-08:00

Pattern Testing for Sarahndipities

2011-12-20T10:03:00.000-08:00

I did some pattern Testing for Sarah from Sarahndipities...You can find her here Great hat you can do with or without brim..

Boom! By Cindy Joseph

2011-12-19T05:03:00.000-08:00

This is Cindy Joseph..Isnt she amazing. She is beautiful and is an Ex-Makeup artist turned model at 50...She is now 60.
She refused to dye her hair to model and was a huge success. You go girl. She has recently started a line of makeup...Only 3 products!! All natural. I dont know about you but I wear less and less as I age. It just looks phony as I get older.
You must read about it. She gets her ingredients from Bee keepers in Hawaii. I am going to order for myself for Christmas she is having a sale! Use code BOOMCLUB15 at checkout for 15% off and 4.95 flat shipping! Its a bit pricey but all of the reviews are rave. Read more HERE

Urban Jungle slouch

2011-12-18T06:43:00.000-08:00

I cannot tell you how much fun this hat was to make. I will make again. I love puff stitches. This pattern is Vickie Howell and is on Ravelry.

Got the blues pics 2

2011-12-17T08:27:00.000-08:00

Thought I would snap a couple pics to see it actually on a person.
Wish it was colder. I would look the fool wearing tonight its just so hot. Ugg
Maybe New Years?

I got the blues Christmas cowl

2011-12-17T07:22:00.000-08:00

Love this cowl..The pictures do not do it justice. I was planning on wearing this to my Christmas party. Its 80 degrees. I dont think I will.
I got this shoes. Dont mind the tag. They match perfectly. I decided on a brown sweater, but I also have blue. Maybe If I try it on I will take more pictures. Pattern is HERE
Great pattern fun to do just be patient with the first few rows. Bernat mosiac is a great yarn but it pulls apart real easy. Like soft cotton.

Boot camp Breakfast

2011-12-16T06:10:00.000-08:00

Yesterday was our Bootcamp breakfast..We exchange Christmas gifts and reflect on our time together. We are all so very different. We range in age from 30 to 55.
Its is the most amazing relationships I have ever had in my life. I dont know what I would do with out the encouragement of these girls.
When I started I almost gave up. Could not run a block and threw up a few times after bootcamp..But I can honestly say after running 6!!! miles this morning. It is the greatest gift I ever gave myself ever!
I sleep better. I automatically watch what I eat. I am less stressed. There have been days that I have cried the first mile or so due to many situations in my life but I keep going by time I am done I am a new person. I dont often talk about things personal on my blog. But I am here to tell you, if you are considering something like this just do it! Start small but do it!
We all have health issues and complaints but nothing is worse than not moving at all. I can tell you working for orthopedics for ten years. Not moving your joints is a lot more stressful on your joints along with the weight you gain, than running or jogging is for you. You can keep Menopause symptoms at bay and feel great while doing it. The energy you will get will amaze you.
If you cannot run..walk..walk every day. I encourage everyone to start this new year with a new outlook on their health and well being...you will be so glad you did when you fit in to those jeans you never thought you would wear again!

Oh yea and I look stupid in these pictures...but what the heck its 6 am and I am obviously talking.

Giveaway at Cakewalk Yarns!

2011-12-14T06:31:00.000-08:00

Check out this wonderful Giveaway at cakewalk yarns, head on over to Tangled happy for details! CLICK HERE

Special orders..completed!

2011-12-12T08:30:00.000-08:00

Blue cowl...Grey headband and beard hat. The beard is a hoot. Pattern from ravelry and it comes in infant sizes.. Must make one for grandson.

Exhausted is what I am. Onward to the next project!

Yes another post! Hallmark channel movie...

2011-12-10T16:04:00.000-08:00

Ok so all I did today was sit on my butt watching Hallmark channel and knitting and crocheting. I have total burn out. But I saw this girl in a movie called....A princess for Christmas. Her Name is Katie McGrath..She is a beauty! She has an amazing smile and was wearing this hat! I was like ooooooo I love it and one second on Ravelry... and there it was! I luv Ravelry!

Hat on Ravelry HERE ITS THE SAME! SO EXCITED!

Two more off the list!

2011-12-10T10:51:00.000-08:00

Rachel hat from Ravelry!

Sorry about the dark pictures its raining today!

Denim blue cowl

2011-12-10T07:53:00.000-08:00

I am just swamped. Hopefully I can get all a need to get done this weekend! Wish me luck.
Here I am again modeling a blue cowl. Special order. I dont know about you but I am about sick of seeing my face on this blog. Soon very soon I will have a model a young beautiful girl that will be a refreshing change. My daughter in law and son will be moving over here so I will get to see them and my grandchildren all the time. (and she can model)

Interesting side note. I dug my LA Gear Jacket from the 90's out of my closet to model this cowl..It has HUGE shoulder pads in it and its cropped. I used to think I was soo cool in it. Now I look kind of foolish.

knit cowl

2011-12-03T10:33:00.000-08:00

I love this cowl! Its a simple knit 4 purl 4! Quick on size 13 needles! Its soft and warm. Have a great weekend!

Onxy and Iron

2011-12-02T14:39:00.000-08:00

Pattern from Ravelry. Just a few quick pics to show. I finished this after work today...Love it. Will make some changes next time. Off to clean house before weekend! Later Ya'll

Busy as a bee!

2011-11-29T04:39:00.000-08:00

I honestly cannot hook fast enough to get all I have to get done. The hat is from Tepperware on Etsy pattern I purchsed. Great pattern. The round scarf I cannot honestly find that pattern I know I got it for free on the web...Having fun! Back to it!

Beehive slouch

2011-11-26T06:34:00.000-08:00

Beehive slouch I made last night. I luv it! I decided to make up my own pattern. I have had too many bad pattern purchases from etsy. Not edited and wrong. I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving!

Cupcake hat!

2011-11-20T11:53:00.000-08:00

So busy! I was up 5:30 am this morning just to assure that I will get everything done I need to. This adorable hats are for a friend who asked me to make them for her. I have had so many orders just by word of mouth.

Pink hat

2011-11-13T09:28:00.000-08:00

I love this hat! I cannot make enough of these. I get so many people requesting them. I was stopped in the store yesterday and asked where she could get one... I am soooo busy. Thanks for all the wonderful comments yesterday!

Busy! Busy!

2011-11-12T07:24:00.000-08:00

Working away on Christmas items and special orders...Some I obviously cannot show. Also working on some charity items for a reservation in South Dakota. Both of these hats are special order for someone. The patterns were purchased thru Ravelry. They were both full of errors and not tested. I purchased thru Ravelry/Etsy to support new designers. Both of these patterns I had to figure out on my own, sad when I paid for them.
Mittens are for charity. They are my moms pattern. She used to make these mittens for us a children. I remember thinking how neat her crocheting was and try to copy her...Hours trying.
There is one just like it for free on Ravelry.

Dove gray hat....

2011-10-30T16:00:00.000-07:00

Today I had a request for a dove gray hat. This came out beautiful! I actually love the color and noticed that gray is really in right now. My Pammy Sue Model looks just fabulous in her gray hat. I know I have said it before but this hat is awesome.. Its Autumn on Ravelry. Easy and the results are great. The hat looks attractive on just about everyone.. Except the Hubs...Also my new knitting needle organizer I got on Etsy. Love it! Is it Monday already?

Doing the Happy Dance!

2011-10-26T15:20:00.000-07:00

When I came home today after a loooong day at work. I was pleased as punch to see my Lucy pack of yarn from Deramores in the UK on my step. So quick. I am so pleased. I looked at it and felt it and rearranged it for about 20 minutes. Now it is safetly tucked away in my crochet room in my yarn closet. Ahhh now I can dream. Have other items to finished before I delve into my pile of lovely yarn but for now I can admire. I am thinking about sending for another. It came to 36 American dollars and free shipping. I checked they are still offering free shipping!

Happy Hat!

2011-10-24T12:51:00.001-07:00

Love this pattern. In a knitting mood very theraputic. Had this yarn in my stash it is a discontinued yarn from Lion brand Landscapes.. Love it.

Another Post!

2011-10-22T10:11:00.000-07:00

I know I dont post for three weeks then three posts in one day! Go figure. Trying to finish up some projects today. Finished the afghan and while rolling up the scraps left over I decided to give this hat a whirl! So cute! A lot of sewing though.

Finished baby blanket

2011-10-22T07:21:00.001-07:00

Finished this AM baby blanket. 40 inches, red heart yarn and Vanna yarn. Various colors I had in stash.

Favorite Hat!

2011-10-22T06:31:00.001-07:00

I love this hat made in two nights!

Lucy pack at Deramores..free shipping to US!

2011-10-20T02:09:00.000-07:00

Have you been to Deramores? It an online yarnstore in the UK with free shipping to US right now! I ordered the 17 skein Lucy pack of Stylecraft yarn and if you sign up for newsletter recieve another 5 percent off! So very excited with free shipping pack ended up costing 36 American dollars.

Im going to put away for myself for Christmas...Lucky me!

CLICK HERE TO GET YOURS!

Worthy Cause....

2011-10-19T07:49:00.000-07:00

CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION

Baby Pumpkin hat

2011-10-15T10:21:00.000-07:00

Pumpkin hat for a friend who just became a grandmother. Found pattern on ravelry. Made with sheepish yarn.

Seed stitch hat

2011-10-07T05:00:00.000-07:00

This is bar none! My favorite hat I ever made thus far! It was knit with cool wool from loops and threads.. Soft and wonderful. Knit on size 13 needle this was a one night project! There is something so soothing about knitting. The pattern I purchased on Ravelry. Its called Autumn

Joann's Sensations hat

2011-10-06T12:59:00.000-07:00

Yes another hat..I love them fast easy..instant gratification. Christmas is coming. This is just a basic slouch. The yarn is Joann's sensations its a wrap yarn. I like the yarn and tried the new Tulip hook that is on sale at Joann's for 7.99! I may never use another hook! They are amazing.

Hat

2011-10-05T15:49:00.000-07:00

Hat for my sister in law Renee...Easy fun to make. Great pattern.

Yes another hat!

2011-10-03T06:43:00.000-07:00

I made this hat this weekend! I purchased the pattern from Gu-chet on Etsy. Great pattern very interesting construction. I will make this hat again, but I will use larger hook. It calls for J but It was still very tight. I am a tight crocheter but the front double crochets are a tight stitch anyway.. This hat is a yarn eater.. Two whole skeins of Homespun. Not my favorite yarn to work with due to the fact that its splitty. But It made a nice hat. Its finally cooled down a bit here it was 65 at 5:30 this am so I was happy! Happy Monday!

Baby blanket blues!

2011-10-01T08:54:00.000-07:00

Having issues with my camera! Finally got it fixed! I think..Working on a baby blanket for a friend having a boy! I must really love these colors! Cause here is a blanket from 08 I made for charity. Looks very similar!

Love this pattern! Tried and true have made too many to count. This one I have been working on about two weeks in the evening...

Rachie Hat!

2011-09-17T06:16:00.000-07:00

This is a hat I made for my daughter in law..She looks great in it.. Got the pattern on Ravelry.. HERE
Easy peasy..I hour start to finish including flower and sewing in ends. I know that my comments are disabled...I dont know why...I have tried everything blogger says...Hopefully it shows up soon!

Baby Blanket

2011-09-17T06:03:00.000-07:00

This is one of my very favorite baby blankets..Its my go to pattern and I have taught many people to crochet making this blanket first. Its from Project linus and it the sideways shell. Go visit them its a great cause.
It is a perfect blanket because it does not have holes for babies fingers and toes to get caught in..This blanket is 30 x 30 and was made with Bernat softee baby. I cannot say enough about that yarn, its and acrylic that feels like cotton. I used three skeins and a G hook.

Just call me the Mad Hatter!

2011-09-02T07:11:00.000-07:00

What a week..I dont want to repeat it! Bad cold. UTI and Daughter in Hospital again for allergic reaction to grapes? I dont know but she had a anaphylacic reaction to them. Never in her life had an allergy and now she does.. Go figure.

Anyway. I worked on these hats..Both my own patterns. One yarn is sheepish the other is Patons SWS. Love them both dream to work with. I crocheted the one hat and did a knit ribbing. I love working on hats instant gratification! Have a great Holiday weekend!

Its beginning to look a lot like Christmas....

2011-08-27T17:43:00.000-07:00

I know wishful thinking...I am so over this heat. I have been in Florida 28 years and I dont ever remember it being so miserable! I am so ready for winter. I am skipping over fall even though I thought about making this dress in pumpkin colors. I said no skip right over to christmas maybe it will cool down..Silly Huh..Working on my California Dreaming quilt a bit before work but I am in slow mode!
Training with my girls at 5:30 am for a race so not so much creativity going on.. But this dress I did today while doing laundry and watching ID channel.. Love that channel.. Have a great weekend and hopefully see you again real soon! Sarah..Thanks for this dress. love this pattern!!

REALLY BAD PHOTOS WILL TAKE BETTER ONES TOMORROW!

TGIF! Great new site

2011-08-12T09:14:00.000-07:00

Happy Friday Y'all! I dont know if you have been here yet but if not you should! Great classes online and great free patterns! Check out this great pattern for a hat! CLICK HERE

CLICK HERE FOR CRAFTSY!

I lost and hour looking at this site and blog! I never do that!
CRAFTSY BLOG HERE

Online Yarn Store tip!

2011-08-02T09:25:00.000-07:00

Have you been to Smiley's? If not you need to! I get the best yarn deals here! Check it out you wont be sorry.
CLICK HERE!!!

Sunday Hookin..

2011-08-01T04:32:00.000-07:00

I made this pillow front yesterday to match a quilt I am working on..I love this pattern. You can find pattern HERE
It was so quick and easy.. and fun! Pardon the bad pictures its raining here. Happy Monday!

Moda Pink quilt

2011-07-30T10:24:00.000-07:00

It seems like a long time finishing this quilt. Sat by the pool this am listening to the birds and hand sewing on the binding! Dont forget my giveaway ends tomorrow night! Green fairy quilts is also having a giveaway CLICK HERE

Watermelon Dress

2011-07-20T04:25:00.000-07:00

I just can't stop making this dress! I love it. This version is a copy of Ellen from wild about color Its made of cotton yarn. I used a larger hook and hopefully it will fit my one year old grandaughter. Again this lovely dress pattern you can find here

Another Dress for Charity

2011-07-11T17:55:00.000-07:00

This is the sweetest little dress. I just love it. So much fun to make. I know that any new mom will be thrilled to have one of these elegant dresses to have for their newborn...Thank you Sarah from Sarahs sweethearts!

Sunday Fun Continues....

2011-07-10T15:02:00.000-07:00

I have totally enjoyed my weekend of being creative. I made this adorable little dress for Charity during two movies this afternoon...You can find this pattern HERE Sarah's Sweethearts! She has a beautiful blog and her crocheting is just stunning! Make sure you visit Sarah's Sweethearts!

More quilting

2011-07-10T07:20:00.000-07:00

I have had a wonderful weekend all to myself! Few and far between. I finished the binding on the monkey quilt and found this wonderful Monkey ribbon to wrap it up with. I love the back of the quilt after being washed you can appreciate the quilt lines.

The next quilt I started is with California dreaming fabric. I just love the orange and pink! Another strip quilt. Fast and easy, fun to put together like a puzzel. Happy Sunday!

Better pictures..

2011-07-08T15:44:00.000-07:00

Its storming here today..bad lighting. Went outside to shoot these pictures.

Friday fun!

2011-07-08T14:47:00.000-07:00

Is it me or is it a royal pain in the butt to load pictures anymore..blogger keeps giving me an error message!

this is what I worked on this afternoon. A quilt for a friend who is having a boy. I have enough of this fabric in my stash for several more quilts. I love the strip quilt it goes fast and I love the straight lines. Still have to sew on the binding but I have completed most of it.
TGIF!

Busy Busy!

2011-07-06T14:37:00.000-07:00

Finishing up this quilt..working on the binding now. Had to find just the right binding. I think my quilting MOJO has returned. I am not confident of my free motion quilting after three years of practice. I am sure it will come.

Also got this gigantic pineapple kit today from Mary Maxim..I love it and I am sure it will be a great seller on Etsy. Not so sure about working with L hook I dont like working over a size J.

Grandmas Angels!

2011-06-29T07:20:00.000-07:00

These children are the light of my life!

I love being a Grandmother...It is pure Joy. I am so proud of my son and his wife they are such wonderful parents.

PS...If you have not been here you must go..I have been buying here for years and they have great deals if you keep you eye open CLICK HERE!

Not your grandmas doily!

2011-06-28T04:29:00.000-07:00

I just love this doily I finished yesterday! I am coming up with some new and exciting Ideas for my Etsy shop. This contemporary doily is done with Noro sock yarn. It is gloomy here today so I cannot get great pictures of the colors in this doily..Maybe tomorrow.
I have a friend who is very successful with her Etsy shop. (She has thousands of followers, she was asked to fly to NY to speak on her marketing skills! She gave me me Photo tips, and tips on what sells. I am stoked! I am completing some baby items and home decor items soon to be listed.

A friend of mine said how do you get anything done? I just do..
My schedule is full but that is how I like it.

4:45 Coffee goes on..Im up... Maybe hook while the coffee brews
6:45 Bootcamp starts
7:00 Home/Shower/Work
5:00 Store and then home.
Start dinner
Load of laundry
Clean up (cluttered house cluttered mind)
Eat
Clean up again
put out clothes for AM
Hook a bit?
9:00 Bed
Yikes how do I get anything done?

Gray Day

2011-06-26T09:21:00.000-07:00

Today is a gray day! Rainy and blah! Trying to catch up on some projects. Finished this hat watching Pelican Brief...Love that Denzel

Citrus Hat

2011-06-25T07:42:00.000-07:00

I love this hat! Great colors..I am not sure about he pictures my Sony camera exactly one month shy of a year stopped working. Of course I have the warranty but I have to mail away the camera and fill out all this paperwork and wait to be notified by the company before actually mailing it in. They have to send me an ok..Its a bunch of crapola! Sooo I had a gift card and went and purchased this Kodak easy share. (Not so easy) And I can honestly see the difference in pictures. Oh well it will work for now then the hubs can have this camera for fishing!

She wore a raspberry beret....

2011-06-22T14:24:00.000-07:00

I am so excited I got my new Mannequin head today..I got it from a dealer in NJ..I am going to order more wigs! Isnt she fun!

Annies Lace

2011-06-19T12:14:00.000-07:00

Finished the Annies Lace throw..I loved this..such a pleasure to work on! Thank you so much Pammy Sue of Scottys place for all your help and input! You rock.

Found the picture!

2011-06-18T11:29:00.001-07:00

I think I came pretty close!

The Mad Hatter!

2011-06-18T07:57:00.000-07:00

Im in a hat mood! While in NJ My Mom was watching NJ Housewives (when in Rome) So while watching I spotted a housewife with a hat on...I could not stop thinking about this hat. I planned it out my whole plane ride home..I could not find a picture on the web. I came home same day came up with the grey hat. (I was using what I had as far as yarn) Something did not feel right. I like the hat but dont think that was the hat. After further searching I found the picture of the hat. The black hat is as close to it as I think Im going to get. These are my patterns in my head so I wont be able to link to them.. :0( I am so excited I am making more for our shop!

I love making hats..I love baby hats, you can whip one up in an hour instant gratification! These hats were such fun to make..Im on a roll.

Thank GOD its Friday

2011-06-17T06:24:00.000-07:00

I cant remember when I meant that more...I have a few things on the burner finishing up...But was surfing a bit this morning and fell in love with a few freebees out on the world wide web. The first one is from Red heart yarn its a take on the ruffle scarf we all love so much, its a double ruffle! I love it and its on my list CLICK HERE FOR PATTERN

The next on is from Berroco Knit bits! Cute shrug with lacy front! Love it! CLICK HERE

Having issues with my backround..So dont get used to this one..Although I like the rain hoping it will rain here soon!

Back from New Jersey!

2011-06-14T16:04:00.000-07:00

Wonderful Wedding..Interesting time but Im back home, Safe and sound..

I wanted to feature my fathers website he has because is is such an amazing collector! Visiting my parents home is like taking a step back in time. My dad has so much memorabilia, and he was taking me picking long before American pickers were even in Middle school! to visit Dads site please click HERE

CLICK HERE TO VISIT DADS SITE

Beautiful Bag!

2011-05-26T10:38:00.000-07:00

My sister is amazing! 4 kids and she still finds time to sew! Just look at this bag she made for our Etsy shop.... I love it!

CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT OUR SHOP

PS... I might not be around too much, going to NJ for a wedding.. Lots to do!

What I did this weekend and Im a winner!

2011-05-16T05:27:00.000-07:00

Wow Great weekend! I did a 5K with my bootcamp girls! I cannot tell you the feeling you get running a race amazing! Im number 127 in the photo.
I also won a giveaway from Lia's Handwerkblog, If you have not seen some of her stuff you must visit here HERE
Thank you Lia! I love the bag and the doily, just stunning work!

Hexigon Love

2011-05-13T10:20:00.000-07:00

This has been on my list of things to do since Lucy of Attic 24 did hers. This is for me! I am totally enjoying this process.. I select each center from the previous outer ring and go from there. I work better by doing each one and then weave in ends as I go. I plan on making this a queen for my bed. I am so excited about it. I even did a hexigon before bootcamp the other morning at 4:30 am!
I have a pet peeve about ends.. I leave a 6 inch tail and weave one way then back the other way. I enjoy this process and it is very neat and I never have any loose ends or tails.
My daughter has an afghan I made 16 Years ago it has been washed so many times.. No tails no loose ends. Its worth the extra effort and time to make sure to secure your ends. I am taking my time and using up all my extra yarn..I made a vow not to purchase anymore yarn this year and so far I am doing great. Going to use up the stash.

On a side note: Im thinking of going to typepad..Or maybe quit blogging ..and just Ravel..Blogger lost some of my posts, deleted some and its just a pain. My pictures still have a white border I have worked on taking out and still return, and look how they loaded up all separate with separate comment sections...GRRRRR blogger bites!
Have a wonderful weekend! I know I will my kids are coming over with the grandchildren! PS check out my guard dog!

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hexis! 002, a photo by deebriese on Flickr.

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hexis! 003, a photo by deebriese on Flickr.

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hexis! 004, a photo by deebriese on Flickr.

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hexis! 005, a photo by deebriese on Flickr.

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hexis! 006, a photo by deebriese on Flickr.

Granny a day

2011-05-07T07:10:00.000-07:00

Have you been here? Craftyminx She is so talented and she has done a granny a day since January..I could never catch up but I admire her choice in colors and her adorable blocks. I made a few last night. Go visit her she puts links to all the squares so you can find pattern!

Off to the pool to get some much needed vitamin D! Later Y'all

A new talented designer!

2011-05-06T09:54:00.000-07:00

Rarely do I post twice in one day...Gosh sometimes I dont post for weeks. But when I saw this adorable baby blanket I just had to post again! She is offering this pattern for free! The baby is adorable and this blog is worth a visit! Click here to visit Persia Lou!

Inspired!

2011-05-04T07:53:00.001-07:00

I just adore this! How clever! I have seen crochet blankets with Yo yo's in the middle but this is too cute with charms squares! CLICK HERE to see how she did it!

Vintage Baby Bonnet

2011-04-30T09:28:00.000-07:00

I knit this vintage look baby bonnet in a few evenings. I tried to find a hat pattern I liked on the web to no avail..I found a few but did not agree with some of the methods etc, so this is my own pattern.
Its made from 100% cotton...Love it!

Cracks me up!

2011-04-28T09:39:00.001-07:00

See this bear? I wrote this pattern for Crochet World back in the 90's. His head is actually supposed to be and was crocheted to be more cocked to the side actually on the blanket but during shipping they must have tried to straighten it out. I wrote a few for them.. I have seen it on Freepatterns.com It is no longer there but this person is Selling them..I wonder if I could get a kickback? LOL

CLICK HERE TO SEE

Round ripple

2011-04-23T11:51:00.000-07:00

I decided to add a bunting to make this a wonderful baby gift! What do you think?

Summer Lovin Round ripple

2011-04-21T04:42:00.000-07:00

Good morning! I am posting a picture of my latest completion..a round ripple that I am in love with! I will be selling on my Etsy and dont know how I will part with it. It makes you happy just looking at it.

Hello Kitty!

2011-04-09T08:54:00.000-07:00

Finally finished this Hello Kitty hat for my grandaughter...The embroidery took longer than the hat! Yuk...Loved making the hat dislike embroidery. Anywho its done and ready for little Miss Chloe to wear! My pattern is a baby hat pattern I have used many times before. I raveled the hat and used many other ideas from the multiple Hello Kitty hat patterns on the web. I am working also on my Noro Granny..No particular pattern just random colors from Noro and a giant granny..I am making this for my new love seat for my porch. I dont have it yet but I am saving for it. I dont really like Noro and cannot believe it is sock yarn. The socks would feel like straw. The feeling of this yarn is similar to sisal twine. Anyway its beautiful and it will look smashing on my love seat..Off to my pool to chill! Great weekend y'all!

Back on Track

2011-03-31T04:21:00.000-07:00

Trying to get back on track. Have had a month of fun with my company now I need to buckle down and complete some projects.. Here is a yummy scarf for a friend of mine! I also was able to start my Noro granny Its beautiful yarn but has a straw like feeling to it. Pictures to follow! And a picture of my kitty Isis she has to get in on everything!

New Look! Same Great taste!

2011-03-18T18:44:00.000-07:00

Im still here just enjoying my family! Ill be back soon! I made this hat tonight while waiting for my family to arrive! You can find the Pattern here!

Dont you adore my Model she is my precious grandchild Chloe!
Some Yummy fabrics from Joann's I got while shopping with Mom and a new magazine for me to enjoy with my coffee tomorrow! I love weekends!

A Wild Hair!

2011-02-14T14:53:00.000-08:00

I got a wild hair up my butt yesterday..Did anyone ever say that to you? Anyway I did and decided even though my parents will be here in days and I have a billion things to do that I needed to crochet this tea cozy... I fell in love with this one from Crochet with Raymond. But started to knit it and realized I dont knit that fast. So I crocheted the pot area of this last night and the roses after work today. I have also been working on this scarf..I adore this yarn and this scarf. I got the idea HERE Dawn Sparks so creative! Visit her blog you wont be sorry! You take two totally different yarns. I stayed closed to the same families of colors.. and you knit two purl two across and then change colors every two rows it is amazing how the colors come together.. Oh yea it needs to be varigated! And PS this yarn is amazing. I thought oh no not another celebrity yarn.. but it is so soft and drapes so nice and no pilling.
I am questioning my reasons for blogging lately a few of my friends have dropped off the blogging circut.. I am not sure.. I really enjoy my friends out here but it is hard to find the time.. Till later!

Catching up

2011-01-28T02:31:00.000-08:00

Happy Friday!

Just a couple of things I have been working on! Do you see a theme? Hide the neck! Pattern for Knit and Crochet Poncho from an old family Circle Knit and crochet...The other two are from ravelry..
I am still crocheting my doily from crochet a long, had a few errors and I cannot stand it I just have to pull them out when I notice them..I have a bad case of perfectionism.

Crochet a long...Thru row 8!

2011-01-17T12:35:00.001-08:00

Here is my doily thru row eight! Let me tell you its not easy to work full time and keep up with my crochet! This was finished at 4 am! Have a blessed day!

Moving right along

2011-01-16T14:05:00.000-08:00

I started my doily for the CAL over at Crochet Galore I love doilies and I use them all over my house...I think they are probably my favorite thing to crochet.. Anyway had some time this morning and did some hooking! Here is my progress so far..I love the color took me a while to find it. I purchased online it matches my new bedroom to a T! So excited. I love to make QC! and QC clusters!

Saturday Night

2011-01-16T04:40:00.000-08:00

This is what I did on my Saturday night! These kitchen cuties worked up quickly..But I had to sew the edges on machine this morning. I got the pattern off of Ravelry but had to customize it to make it fit my towels!

Curly Scarf

2011-01-15T11:15:00.001-08:00

I just adore this pattern! I know I say that about many patterns but this one is just so much fun to see the colors come together.. The way the scarf curls and the many options for wearing it. Patons SWS was on sale at Joann's for 2.97 its regular price is up in the 6 dollar range. Its so soft and great colors. bought a bunch...Working on so many projects more to come soon! Happy Saturday.

Crochet A long!

2011-01-11T10:29:00.000-08:00

Sorry about the long departure! I have so many things going on right now..
Today I am so excited about the Crochet a long coming up at Crochet Galore! She has such wonderful doilies! Check out her blog and join me wont you! This is the photo of her next CAL starting the end of this week!

Shizuku!

2010-12-31T06:52:00.000-08:00

Love this scarf! Love this yarn...amazing by Lion brand. Great colors. I am basically a beginner/intermediate knitter.. I learned the basics as a child and never took it farther than knit and purl.
U tube has helped me learn so much! This is Shizuku by Angela Tong. She is a wonderful designer and this was a fun knit. I made it more than half way and made a mistake and had to rip out! YIKES that was upsetting. That is what frustrates me about knitting.. Crochet is easy peasy to fix, knitting not so much and its very easy to create another error by trying to fix. I learned so much doing this scarf I love it and cannot wait to do another. Its fun and funky!

Snug as a bug!

2010-12-27T13:44:00.000-08:00

Enjoying my Holiday! I hope you are also..I have been snug as a bug here in Florida with 35 degree weather! I sat in front of the tube all day crocheting, something I never do..My dog thought I would not notice him on my couch! Working on a bunting for my sewing room.. I got the pattern from Crochet with Raymond. I love her stuff.

How many days left?

2010-12-19T08:23:00.000-08:00

I am completely ignoring how many days left I have to finish...These are just a few of the items I have left to do... I cannot show some of them..still top secret!

Crochet scarf Seed stitch by Cathy North and Knit scarf by Spud and Chloe and little hat for wine bottle my own little creation..No biggie plenty of patterns on Ravelry for the little hat...Back to work! Later Y'all

Another Christmas gift!

2010-12-18T10:20:00.001-08:00

Another Christmas gift complete..I do this to myself every year! I plan too many gifts and not enought time! This is a single crochet scarf made out of Mosiac by Bernat..Love the colors but it is lumpy in areas and I do know its because its a natural fiber..

Love the scarf hate the yarn!

2010-12-10T04:16:00.000-08:00

I am knitting and crocheting my fingers to the bone! I really enjoyed making this scarf! Fun and easy...However, the yarn not so much..Its Lion Brand Homespun.. Its very splitty and hard to work with. I love Lion Brand and this is the first yarn I dislike from them.. Colors are amazing though...Later Y'all!

Pink Rasta

2010-12-08T05:18:00.000-08:00

I must be in the knitting mood lately..This is my Pink Rasta hat! I just love it! pattern is here It took 3 episodes of Law and Order. Don't you like how I time things around Law and Order? Anywho its soft and pink and I love it. I know my daughter in law will probably steal it. That's ok its a quick easy knit!

Coming back to life!

2010-12-05T13:35:00.000-08:00

I am feeling much better after that awful stomach thing! Lost some weight..not the way I want to do it..Worked on this hat during my recovery. Its a Balaclava hat. Its for my Dad. He rides his Harley in the winter and has a house in PA so I figured he might like it. It is definitely a boring knit towards the end. Notes to self watch ladders towards the end. Otherwise I enjoyed it and used Vanna's yarn. Pattern is HERE
Dad does not read my blog so I am pretty safe putting his Christmas gift online! Later Y'all!

Sick

2010-12-01T11:18:00.001-08:00

Im sick...be back soon...:0(