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!!!

Crochet, Spiderboy, & Art

I have been making lots of creatures.

The funny thing is how they all look different from one another. Each one has its' own personality even though they are all from the same pattern. Maybe some of it is because I have been watching entirely too much tv while working.
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Miles has been busy too. Here is Spiderman casting his web.

Here is battling Venom. For some reason unknown to me he also calls Venom by another name--Dennis. I do not know why.

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I bought the most awesome crochet bag ever. It is by Land's End. I like all the interior pockets and the fact it is stable on the floor. It never tips over. I should add I doubt it was made specifically for crafting, but it works well for me.

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Here is Spider boy all dressed up and ready to fight crime:

Notice the back won't stay closed anymore. I think he is outgrowing it. I may have to spring for one in his size.

Too cute.

Have a great weekend.
Karen

I'm back!

It's been a long time since I have blogged. I can't really give one reason why I quit. I guess I got out of the habit and life kept "happening," so I was preoccupied.

I have kept busy with the same interests and the addition of two new ones: Netflix (streamed through Roku box) and the Wii. Oh my! The former may explain some of my absence. I love watching trashy tv. It is escapism at its' finest! The wii is fun too. I love to box. I think Kevin is *slightly* worried about my passion for punching!

Here are some things I have been working on:

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Alright...switching gears....
Does anyone out there read Readymade? I used to like this magazine. I don't know what happened to it. Maybe I changed? All I can think is "WTF happened to DIY" when I see magazine covers like this one:
Yes, the lamp base is made from a book.... Imagine dusting this thing. Or imagine the heat from the bulb hitting that paper. Wonder what that paper is treated with? I bet you could shellac it for future generations.
Yeah, this is one of the best projects of the year. Gah.
Am I wrong on this? Do you like it?
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Good to be back. I will try to update more frequently.
Karen

Snow, Stories, & Making Things

The kids finally got their way! It snowed. They have been in and out all day.

They altered the "Frosty" song so that his eyes are made of rosemary and a carrot for his nose. He is a cute snowman! Kevin helped them while I watched from inside!
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Mimi had to write one sentence in class the other day. And then they were to draw a picture. She did much more that that! I am impressed!

AWESOME!
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I finished many projects this weekend. Here is an owl for a good friend of ours. I hope he likes it!
I put a pocket on the backside for books or whatever he wants to put in there. Mimi said she thought his looked better than hers. SIGH. That is the bad thing about making things for kids. If she spies one of the creations, she wants it! :)
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I also gave my first quilt some much needed attention, and I think it looks so much better. I should have taken better photos, but I was in a hurry. I ended up getting the Quilting for Dummies book and it helped me. This quilt is definitely been a learning experience!

Stay warm!
Karen

We have been busy here. It's that time of year--crunch time--and it always makes me a little nutty. I have to hurry up on making things. And of course my sewing machine feels the pressure and is refusing to cooperate.

I did manage to make Mimi a big throw pillow for her floor. It also serves as a door for her dollhouse. It keeps Ralphie out of her dollhouse. Here is the pillow:
Here is the rotten dog that loves chewing on toys:

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Mimi has been having a lot of fun with this book:
It is very relaxing. I tried one out last night too. Here is one Mimi is working on now:
If you are running out of gift ideas, consider this book. I think almost any age would enjoy it. Get some Dollar General $1 markers and it makes a fine gift.

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Mimi was helping Kevin with house projects and she made a list for them:
This cracked me up. I love the little boxes to the left for checking off when done. Too funny!

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I have been trying to get good pics of the kids. They are not cooperating. Moe is a robot all the time now. He must have the toilet paper rolls on his hands to be the robot.
Mimi thinks these would be great X-mas pics to pass on.

Have a great week!
Karen

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