Monkey Business

Well, I am three quarters of the way finished the sock monkey I am making (just for fun). I just need o finish the arms tail and ears. I wanted to finish this before I left for China, but it doesn't look like that is going to happen!








This is the body and muzzle.

Cheers!
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The Small Things

While I was tucking my eldest daughter into bed tonight, I noticed some thoughtful 'coupons' on her door - some for physical activity as a family, some for her to make us dinner, and some for doing extra chores - just ask! How thoughtful! It is times like these that I am so proud of he young lady she is growing up to be, and especially grateful she is in my life!






And finally, I added to my garden this year!





























Cheers!

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Baby Afghan

Well, the other day I finished an afghan for my nephew (he's only three months old!) but it is finally done! Each niece, nephew and my dad's children received one (as well as my own!) My grandma taught me how to crochet these before she passed away (20 years ago). The technique is called hairpin lace, and you need a loom to make it on.



I just love the way it looks.

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Knitting Bag

School is out, summer has started! Life is grand! One of my colleagues retired this year and she is an avid knitter. We decided that a knitting bag full of a few supplies would be a nice gift, so I went to find a pattern and material. I rummaged through my supply of patterns I purchased but had not used and came across one from Whistlepig Creek Productions #1145 Charming Totes.
I used a Moda Charm pack for the squares and handles and some scrap material for the inside pockets, lining and cuff. It turned out fabulously! I made a cute little tag for the inside so she would know where the bag came from following this tutorial.