Are You Jealous?

I recieved the book, KNITTING AMERICA by Susan M. Strawn for Mothers Day. I love this book. I have the HISTORY OF KNITTING, and NO IDLE HANDS, and thought this book would be a nice addition. I do believe my dears, it is my favorite. I am reading just a few pages at a time to make it last. The pictures are just a joy to gaze upon.I know this is very mimi mittens like and I promised not to cross over. Forgive me. I have reached a dry spell projects wise. I just have no desire to knit little fish or anything else. A very large in house project is looming so that could be a factor.

Look at my pink roses I have several more buds coming on. My red rose bush pictures did not turn out as well. S. Michael gave me my red rose bush many Mothers Days ago. It is my favorite.

The Best Of Times The Worst Of Times.....

As some of you know our darling Bri Z. lost her mother May 3rd from complications from her diabetes. We were the same age. I wish I had known her better for the little time I was with her she seemed like a really wonderful person. She was beloved by all and must have been a fantastic mother to have such precious girls. Keep them all in you heart and thoughts this coming Mother's Day especially.

The yellow granny is another of Nan's creations. Isn't it pretty. She is working on a red white and blue one now. How blessed we are to still have my mom.

The sweater is from the book KIDS KIDS KIDS. I used mainstay yarn. the ribbon (red with white dots) is from Hobby Lobby. The buttons are from Wal- mart about 2 years ago. The buttons are black Scotties with red sweaters with white dots. The tam is from J Schlossma's site under Baby Beret. I added the bow on the side. If you want the link leave me a note. I am in a hurry and it seems my linking takes forever.

I am slowly working on the fish blanket for Gus T. I had cast on for the BSJ. I goofed up and now I must cast on again. I finished the preemie set, but failed to take pictures before I sent it off. Its been a little crazy around here. I have a baby set to make before Aug. so I am looking at patterns.

I sent off for some books for myself for Mother's Day. Wp encourages that kind of thing so it works for us. I get what I want and he can get the credit for the lovely thoughtful just what I wanted gift. He was very generous this year.

Still Here

Mom has all the squares done for a yellow and white granny. I need to sew 2 rows and then put a border on and I will post pics. I have the preemie booties, hat and sweater done except for sewing the buttons on the sweater. The blanket is half done it will be white and so very soft. I want to thank everyone that helped me with the sizes. I can't believe how small the set is. I keep thinking that I made everything to small. I have measured the set several times and checked the charts. I will post pictures when I am done.

Nan's Baby Blanket

My mom finished her blocks for the baby blanket. I sewed them together and then finished the edge with a small shell. This is really helping her. She has attempted many different hobbies since she has lost more of her sight. At one time she had 10% vision. She had memorized the granny square years ago. She is now working on a yellow and white blanket. It has been such a blessing it gives us something to talk about and she feels better about the use of her time:). (((THANK YOU GOD))). She will be 81 and such a sweetheart.

My grandson had his hoodie on this weekend. It is really cute. I plan on making another one in size 18 mos. The football sweater was a real hit. Mimi scored.
I plan on casting on the BSJ tonight. I also have been making kitchen sets. Mindless knitting is a very good thing.

Quick Fix!!!!

You know the times, and yes I know you do, when you need a happy quick feel good project. Gus T's football sweater is just that. So fast so easy so much fun. I know it is not serious sweater, but it was so much fun and I think it is adorable.

Bernat Softee Chunky 1 sk main a small amount for trim. Size J hook. This is once again very adapted from the crocheted sweater from bundles of love. org. I think I use the first 2 rows. I increase and decrease places depending on the yarn. Try winging it you will be surprised. Yarn from Wal- Mart. buttons (adorable footballs) Hancocks, letters are from Hancocks just a quarter on sale. If I worked on it steady I could finish this up in a day. I took 2 days. The yarn is very soft.

I am still on the fish, but I am casting on a BSJ soon. I should wait. I ready do not have yarn that I want to use on the jacket, but I promised to use from my stash this year.

I broke down and bought 3 mags. I may blog about that later. My private blog is suffering. I have so many things to write about. The kids Easter outfits, and a girls day out. This week I am going to get caught up on my story telling. Hugs girls.

2 Ice Storms And Snow Is Coming :0

It seems I am not my grandmas equal. We were without power for over a week. So I cooked on the wood stove and did all the things you do without power, and this left me little time for handwork. My eyes are not what they use to be. I grew up with oil lamps and quilted with very dim lights of a night with grandma. I had to give up anything that needed close attention because I just could not see the stitches. I can make dish cloths with my eyes closed so I added to my pile.

We are to get more snow Thur. night. If the power stays on I am going to start something new. I have hit a slump here lately. The fish are coming along very slow. I need to get Ya's quilt out. It seems I have tooooo many patterns to choose from. I am really serious about this. I think I use to be more creative when I had less options.

I hope I will be posting pics of lovely things made during the big weekend snow.

Hugs to all that stopped by.

Froggie Hoodie For My Baby Boy!!!!

The pattern for the hoodie is from the Bernat site. I used Bernat Softee. I used just one sk and a tiny bit of another. The frog buttons are rubber from Wal-Mart. The app. is a fridgie of sorts. I added the bug and tongue. If any one wants links let me know and I will look it all up. I am in a time crunch tonight.

I am sewing a granny square baby blanket together for mom. It is very pretty I will post pics here when we are done. The story of the blanket and then the ice storm will be on my private blog Mimi Mittens. If I missed any dear heart that wants the address let me know or anyone that wants to keep up on the Mimi Mittens saga.
This just being a projects blog is keeping me on track.

The fish are coming along. Slowly!!!