Spring Fever

I knew another snow storm was on the way. Truthfully I didn't believe it. That is unitl I looked out the window this morning and there were about 8 new inches of snow on the ground. I love snow and winter but Spring Fever set in this week. I went out and found my seed starters (I found them made with Peet this year!!). And all the Easter things are in the stores. I got so excited for Spring!!! Then came the new snow. At least we got a snow day. Kyra came downstairs with a fist pump/YES! So, that has made it  easier!

I also had a creative surge this week, I made a new Purse and even decided to name it. Really, I decided to name it "Spring Fever." I really do love it!

Knit and Purl

Knitting....
And so the knitting has begun. I took a class to learn to knit. Once I got the hang of it I came to understand why so many people love to knit. It is such a peaceful way to take a moment for myself.  Add a cup of tea and my afternoon is perfect.

I made a sweater for myself. At first I thought this was a very ambitious project. Then I realized that this project is a great way to learn the rhythm of knitting. It definately is rhythmic, I love it! And there are so many possibilities.

Although, now that I am finished I am wondering what I will do with a quiet afternoon. First I have to decide what to knit next, then I will know what to do with myself. I am thinking of socks, plenty of leftover, soft, yarn...

Two Gifts...

I thought I would start to post some of the Holiday gifts I made. But I must start with the baby quilts I made for my dear friend's beautiful twins. The twins are the true gifts to their family!

I started the quilts this summer/fall knowing the twins were on the way. But stalled a little bit until I was under the gun. So they got sent off and I thought I would share some photos.

Becky (my friend) had a girl and a boy so above is the girls quilt. I received some samples of decorators silk that I used on here. It looks a feels beautiful.

Each one has a plush soft backing. Especially for Baby!

Here is the boy's quilt. I made it much more simple, but it was because I saw a similar design and really liked it so I thought I would try. I love the quilting fabric in the pieced part, of course it is discontinued, boo hoo.

This is a picture to show the top section. I also was able to incoorporate the silk into this quilt.

Again, soft and plush. Especially for baby!!

I say I don't know how to "quilt" but I have recently been corrected. I have not officially learned quilting, but I have pieced together a few blankets to make quilts so I guess I do know how to quilt. A class would be interesting to take to learn some techniques. Also, I do not own a rotary cutter, I think it would be a dream!

8 Years

Today Stephen and I have been married for 8 years. Everyone thought we were crazy for having a January wedding. It was a perfect day for a winter wedding in the mountains. Warm at times and even some snow.

Many wonderful memories in these years. The best of these memories are the 2 beautiful additions to our family and finding our Home. I look forward to all of our memories to come. I can't wait to grow old with this wonderful man.

I love you honey!

Happy Anniversary!

Welcome Back...

Are the holidays really over? I love the holiday season. People think I am crazy but I love winter. It used to be because I was a skiier. But now it is just the thought of staying inside with a hot cup of tea/cocoa looking out the window at the snow. Unitl this year we really haven't had too much snow here on Long Island, that is since I moved here. So far we have had a big dumping and dustings here and there. The cold is a different story, but you have to accept it to love winter!!!

I had to take a break from blogging because I had quite a few projects I needed to make and get sent out before it was too late. With all of that (barely) being over I now feel like I can take some time to revisit this blog. And I will get some pictures up here of thoes projects I gave away. Hopefully I have some pictures stored on my camera.

It has been a busy and event filled month so hopefully that will give me something to write about.
Until then, enjoy the winter!

It's About the Process...

I thought it would be fun to make felt balls with the girls this weekend. I have never made them and how hard could it be, right?! And it was pretty simple, but it was definately about the process not the product. Kyra thought this was really cool and good at it. Mae started out good but ended up having more fun witht the soapy water. It was fun, but so much for thinking this might turn into some Christmas gifts.

Lets Talk Recycling

During a recent trip to the library I came accross two great books about Recycling Your Wardrobe. I have done this minimally throughout my life.... patches, cut off shorts, you know you probably did it too. But to make a whole new piece of clothing is very motivating. And after reading some good advice I started my mission by adding another pile when going through my closet this fall. Now I have the Keep pile, Give away pile, Throw away pile (things have always had to be pretty bad for me to actually throw them away), and now the Recycle Me pile. I am constantly longing for new clothes and a new wardrobe, but that is just NOT happening. So, with a few alterations to clothes that I haven't worn in a while, don't wear anymore or have just gone out of style I am coming up with new clothes for myself. And I am excited to wear them. A little too excited, I didn't take any  pictures of this sweater before I altered it.  My sister Amy is always telling me to "take before pictures!" I really do need to listen, before and after pictures are key! So my new sweater photo follows, but I do not have a before picture:(

I will explain since I do not have that "before" picture. This is a cotton Old Navy sweater that used to have long sleeves and the neck was open to right under my ribs. I didn't mind it, but just didn't wear it much. And this season I have been noticing the style is short sleeved sweaters with long sleeved t-shirts worn under. I liked the style and knew that this sweater would be perfect! It took me a few tries to get the sleeve length right but I think this is a keeper, at least for another season...

I am off to take pictures of my Recycle Me pile, just so I have them for when I decide to reuse something.

One year I tried trading clothes with my sisters, that worked really well too. And Amy has also been talking of a swap with a bunch of people. I really like that idea, I may have to do that here with my friends.

If anyone has more ideas please pass them on!!!