Posted in giveaway, home, knit, sewing on June 9, 2009 | 14 Comments »
I found sweet Annie and her Etsy shop ,Rose Knits, through Taryn’s blog a few months ago. I ordered this charming yoga mat bag and I can’t tell you how much I’m diggin’ it! Rose Knits specializes in all kinds of bags perfect for knitting supplies, sewing notions, travel, or anything you want to fashionably store and tote around!
I was [...]
Posted in knit on June 3, 2009 | 2 Comments »
For our sixth wedding anniversary Patrick and I decided to use the traditional and modern gift suggestions. Our choices were candy, iron, and wood. For a golfer this is a no brainer…Patrick had the choice of either a new iron or a wood, easy enough.
For me, things were a bit tough. Candy, considering I’m still recovering from [...]
Posted in baby, knit on May 20, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I knit Scout some “shorties” using the wool we dyed with Kool Aid.
These pics were taken a few weeks ago, so he isn’t shrinking, I’m just procrastinating.
You would think the wool diaper covers would be too warm, but the wool is actually more breathable than our plastic covers or disposables. Another wool advantage, it’s completely water [...]
Posted in baby, knit on May 12, 2009 | 6 Comments »
I have a small obsession with legwarmies, even worse, chunky baby legs in legwarmies. Problem is, I had boys and my husband isn’t a fan…..clearly many of you can understand why. When our son’s outfit reminds folks of the 80’s wardrobe staple as seen below, it’s time to evaluate the situation.
Resemblance?
So for now, [...]
Posted in baby, knit on May 6, 2009 | 5 Comments »
OK, I know I said there was only time to knit “necessities” , but once I saw this knitted cocoon online, it was necessary! So amidst the wailing newborn, spunky preschooler, and mounds of laundry, I headed to the yarn store and got to knitting.
It served it’s purpose in getting me a few pics, all the [...]
Posted in baby, green, knit on April 29, 2009 | 8 Comments »
I’m not sure if I’ve mentioned my love for cloth diapers before, but I do. It’s not what it used to be, there’s a whole world out there of options and it’s as easy as using disposables and a million times better for the environment, baby’s skin, and your wallet.
OK, that’s my cloth diaper tidbit, [...]
Posted in baby, knit on April 17, 2009 | 8 Comments »
During my pre-baby knitting frenzy, I was inspired by the combination of blue and orange Malabrigo yarn and a pattern I couldn’t wait to try. These have become my favorite longies (i.e. wool diaper cover for cloth diapers….I’ll explain later, for now I’ll spare you) and they are so soft against his skin and anyone who is snuggling with him!
Posted in baby, knit on April 10, 2009 | 1 Comment »
The best part about making things yourself is enjoying them when they are complete.
This goes for new babies and for handmade knits. Even better….a new baby in handmade knits!
Posted in baby, holiday, knit on March 26, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
While browsing Ravelry, as I do too often, I found a few knits for the boys’ (that’s weird to say) Easter baskets. For Scout, I knit the bunny blanket buddy pattern (say that 3 times)! I used a skein of organic cotton I picked up a few months back and I think I’ll use the rest of it to [...]
Posted in baby, craft 'n art, family, knit, sewing on March 25, 2009 | 3 Comments »
While organizing the baby’s room last night, I realized how many special, handmade things were all around me. Here are just a few of the handy works from our family and friends…..
Wooden mobile-carved and sawed by Papa Rick
Striped blankets-crochet by Mema
Sunshiny, wood shelf- built and crafted by Mema
Big Bro shirt- freezer paper stenciled and painted [...]
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