Soooo....

I mentioned earlier that since the computer had been sick and unusable, I had been busy with crochet, and I finished some Christmas gifts. So I thought I should share!
So I decided I wasn't happy with the shawl I made my aunt, and started making granny squares to put together to maker her a granny square scarf. This is a variegated purple yarn. I think my camera dislikes purple, I always have trouble taking pictures with the true purple color. Anyways I made 12 squares and I am now sewing them together to make the scarf. Yay!

 I made my grandmother a little card wallet. She carries her cash and all her cards in a change purse that is ready to bust. This is a much cuter way to do it. I plan on making a bigger one to hold my camera, phone, and Ipod in purse. The fabric choice, is because my grandmother loves elephants with their trunks up (for good luck). Here it is open...

 and here it is closed.

 These are some Christmas trees that will be strung together to make a garland. I just need to weave in the ends, and block them so they will lay flat. I am never crazy about that part, but I can't string them together till I do it. So I better get on it!

Work has been crazy busy! Awesome, since it is a craft store. Maybe more people are making handmade gifts.
Are you making a lot of your gifts this year?

First days

I started working at Michael's yesterday. Most of the day was signing and watching movies. The last hour was watching someone use the cash register. That's where I will be for most of the time. I am only a holiday hire, so they will only keep me till Jan1. There is the chance if they still need me they will keep me longer.I didn't have to be in till 11am, I am usually up around 5:30. So what did I do to keep myself busy, and the first day jitters down? I made a tutu! Ha! I am not sure what my costume will be, but I will be wearing a green tutu. Any ideas for me?

TA DA!
I broke my first sewing needle, on this. It would be so cool if I work Halloween, and they would let us reasonably dress up, I could totally wear it! Fingers crossed!
I work today, so I will definitely be on the registers today. I am a little nervous, but I know it won't be a big thing.

In about one week, we will be taking our annual trip to Salem, Mass. it is such a pretty town. So excited!

Does anyone else get first day jitters?

oh so crafty

So I made two skirts yesterday. I love the fabric, puts me in a fall mood!

I am also working on a teddy bear (crochet) with some fabric accents. I think I am going to use some of the left over plaid. Should be cute!

Have some fun today!

Crafty Lately

So lately I have been crafting, crochet, and sewing lately. A few bits of baking.  I thought I would share the plushes I have been having so much fun making.

My little monsters-my original patterns

 Now with flash to really see the colors

I made this hat on the fly,

I have showed off the dresses I have done. Right now I am thinking about picking up a nice plaid fabric to make a cute fall skirt.
I need to add the buttons, and then I will be done with my sister's present. I have started working on a shawl for my aunt. I have also been working on a pattern in my head, for a driver's cap (crochet). I am hoping to work up a pattern for the driver's cap soon. I have seen a couple of patterns, but not many.


Have some fun today!

Tuesday off!

Monday I got a hold of the dentist, and they were able to see me that night! 7pm. Turns out I had two cavities, an hour later, and I now have composit fillings. No metals, lasts longer, not as expensive. I am getting use to the way it feels. I have never had fillings before, I will have to try harder not to get anymore! It took a small chunk out of my wallet, but is worth it, for my health.
I was busy sewing today. I finally took on the invisible zipper only to find out, it isn't that scary. I finished the sun dress, from Anna Marie Horner's evening empire dress pattern. I am pretty pleased with it.
Also I have made another pair of recycled shorts.

Good things, good thoughts!

Alas, but hooray

Sadly I must report, I could not find all the ingredients for the from scratch chai ice cream recipe. No cardamom seed pods in sight, and no bulk whole white peppercorns. I could buy a jar of whole white peppercorns, but there are no seed pods, so I can't see making the investment just yet. I think I will have to investigate over the internet for those seed pods. So I am taking the easy way out I guess, and just using the concentrate.I like the concentrate mix, so I imagine the ice cream should still be pretty tasty.
I also finished my first pair of shorts. I am very pleased with how they came out. I even reused a fabric. I had originally used it to make my first sundress, I was not happy with the results, so took it apart, and reused the fabric for the shorts. I will be wearing them more now. Yay for me. Keep in mind I am not a professional seamstress, nor do I have an actual spot dedicated to sewing. I just use the dinning table when I can, and I have been known to cut my fabric out on the floor. YES! on the floor. It isn't easy but I am pretty determined, and it takes a little longer, I imagine.

 TA DA!

 My knees look weird, I should remember to bend them.

Back

I have been quiet for a couple of days. Of course I decide to post a blog on the morning before work. I should be getting ready for work, but I would rather post a blog. I have some pictures from this weekend, and a lovely poppy that bloomed at work.
Let's start off with Saturday, very gray and some rain, but that didn't stop David and I from driving around. First we were just driving around in New Hampshire, and then found ourselves in Vermont, this would be the second time in my life that I have been to Vermont. Very pretty, and a lot of hills. Eventually we ended up in Windsor, Vermont. That is where Harpoon brews. We stopped and had a late lunch. Chicken wings (nice and hot!) and I had a really good bratwurst and sauerkraut sandwich, with their white UFO. I couldn't leave without souvenirs so I got us each a pretty glass.


Unfortunately I didn't take a whole lot of pictures, it was very gray, and yucky outside.



Oh! I finally finished the socialite dress, from Anna Maria Horner. I will need to get a picture of it. I think it came out pretty well, considering I am still a novice sewer.

I also finished my kanteen carrier. I will need to get an action shot soon.



I will finish on a pretty note, with the Oriental Poppy, called Eye Catcher.




Have a lovely Wednesday,

Tab

Day off!

I get a perfect weather day, for my day off. There should be nothing to complain about. I am working on my carrying case for my water bottle, and found a great paisley sheet at goodwill to use to make a shirt. Lately paisley has been catching my eye.
The second disc of The Tin Man came in today, and I can't wait to watch it. Zooey Deschanel is completely inspiring me to have bangs again. I grew mine out about ten years ago.
So excited I found the perfect birthday gift for my grandfather, a book, Legends, Lies & Cherished Myths of American History. He always loves talking about history and since the Christmas gift of a book about untold stories of presidents, I thought he might like another book.
I also had to pick up the Anna Marie Horner book, SEAMS TO ME. I can't wait to make the smashing smock, but I may actually attempt to make a quilt! I have been slowly working on the Socialite dress. I just don't have a specific place to really sew right now, so some projects can take a little longer.
I need to work on getting pictures of my projects up.