Keeping busy

This quilt is for my dad. I hope to give it to him this weekend, but I need to log some hours if
that is going to happen.

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I have been making more pigs.

I altered the pattern. The pattern calls for an unusually long neck. I don't like the head flopping about. This pig has about 1/5 the neck called for and I think it is about right. It took several pigs for me to get it right.

They kind of freak me out when they don't have their snouts or ears on. I have this fear they will look really wonky or even worse--scary! Probably looking in this bag would be scarier!

Oh, and look at the blanket. I will be 90 before that thing is done. GAH. I don't know why I chose to make such a large blanket. It will be a queen size throw...if it ever gets done. It will be warm...if it ever gets done.

Have a good week!
Karen

Scrappy Yarn Project

I love these so much. I love that it uses up those last bit of scrap yarn, and I love headbands. I went to etsy to see if anyone sold these badboys and I was shocked. I cannot imagine selling these for $10 or more....I was thinking maybe $2 max. I don't even sell things so it kind of makes this all the more funny, but I know I wouldn't charge $10! or more!!!

Making Things & Firsts

It has been so busy around here. We have been running here and there non stop for over a week now. We've also kept busy making things!

Mimi has had her eye on this dollhouse for awhile now, but she didn't want to spend all her money on it, and it doesn't come with a family either. So, she drew a floor plan, and asked Kevin to make it.

She helped him, and here is what they came up with:

Isn't it fantastic? I really like it. I have been asked to make a rug for it! I feel honored! Mimi kept thanking me, and I finally asked why...since she and Kevin were doing all the work! And she said she was thanking me because I hoarded all the wood and without it they wouldn't have been able to make it! ;)- See! All hoarding is not bad!!!!! hehehehe

Mimi also had a big event in her life! She had her first tooth pulled.

She is quite proud of it. She was a little sore afterwards, and Ralphie seemed to know it, so he comforted her. Thankfully the dog does have some good qualities!!!!

The kids got a balloon kit from their Mamaw and Papaw, and they have had so much fun with it. I have balloon animals all over the house. :)

I made two pillows for the sofa. I really love all the colors here. I think she makes beautiful things. So, I was inspired to take on this project!
I hand sewed it onto an existing pillow cover with yarn. It was an easy cheat.
Here is the final look:


I hope everyone has a great week!

~Karen

Making Gifts

It's making quality gifts-as-fast-as-you-can season here. Every year I SWEAR I will start sooner, and I do, but here is the problem....I LOVE to give away things after I am done. I need to save!!! I made a million little hair clips and barrettes. And I have been making crochet flower pins too.
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This sad looking pillow is for Miles. It is a book cover! It was on clearance for under 50 cents after school started.

He likes it and that is all that matters!
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Here is the start of another blanket. WHY? Because I can never have too many ongoing projects! I have someone in mind for this, but I need to discuss it with them first!

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Here is a little something for me:

I love the look and it stores supplies nicely!

Have a fun week!
Karen

Veggies, Crafts, & Halloween Craft

The secret to getting the entire family to eat their veggies--2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce and 3/4 cup frozen pineapple pieces. It works every time now! I leave it on Med heat until everything cooks and all the liquid is absorbed. It is great on brown rice too.
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She is getting fatter and fatter every day.
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It comes with a DVD and is very easy to follow. I don't know if it is "Lots of FUN" as advertised, but it is fun. It can also be a little trying at times, but overall an enjoyable project. I think homemade socks would make great gifts.

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I am working on another throw. Why? Because any less than 10 projects at a time is not challenging enough.

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Amelia made Halloween decorations for the house.

Have a great week!
Karen

Scrappy Yarn Project

I always have little balls of scrappy yarn around. It's rarely enough for an entire project. So, without a plan I decided to make a blanket using all the scrappy yarn. As you can see there is no specific color scheme. It really is about using all that yarn. Now I have about 100 more rows to go....and then we will have a nice sofa throw. The pattern I used is for a dishcloth, and it is here. I took that pattern and made it bigger.

Is it Friday yet? I am tired!
~Karen

Finished!

This blanket took about a week to make. I made three or four squares a day. I am giving it to one of Mimi and Moe's friends. It cost around $2 to make! Goodwill is awesome!

I hope it is loved to the point it falls apart...many many years from now!
~Karen

Done!

Finished! At last I am done with Moe's blanket. He is happy.

Now I am in between projects, and I hate that feeling. Next up is a blanket for wounded veterans. It shouldn't take long though. They are requesting 36x44" blankets.
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Hope everyone is having a good week.
~Karen