Dad's Scarf...

I looked at a lot of patterns while trying to decide what scarf to make for my Dad. I wanted something that would be warm and look masculine, and of coarse, most of the patterns are not. I was very happy to find a pattern for the Thermal Scarf on the Lion Brand website. Did you know that you can sign-up for e-mails? The have some really cute patterns for crochet and knitting. The pattern is really easy to follow and works up pretty quickly. I love the look (perfect for a guy) and how warm it keeps you (perfect for the cold weather). I used Caron Simply Soft yarn in Grey Heather. It's a great yarn to work with and comes in a lot of beautiful colors.

It's beautiful out today, warm with blue skies and a slight breeze. It's been very "spring-like" here this week. (I actually spent some time a few days ago outside in the backyard doing a little bit of yard work.) I wish it would cool back down though and feel more like winter again - well, maybe in a few days...

Wishing you a beautiful day...

{hugs}
Laura

Scarves...

I made scarves for gifts this Christmas for my Dad and Step-Mom. They live where it gets very cold in the winter (unlike here in Southern California) and I wanted to make them something that would keep them warm. This scarf was for my Step-Mom and was made with Red Heart Soft in Seafoam. This yearn is beautiful to work with and feels great on the skin. My friend Lisa showed me the pattern. The stitch is shell shaped, easy to do and goes very quickly. I love the way the edges scallop. 

{hugs}

Laura

Christmas and 2011...

Christmas day this year was fun and relaxing and everyone was happy. We spent time with family, got some very special gifts and ate some really good food.

And, with this being the last day of 2011, I am happy to say that I kept all of my resolutions. {I really think the key thing for me was keeping them to myself}. I am also really amazed at how quickly the year went by. Well, I am ready for the new year - I have my resolutions in mind and I am excited for all of the new things to come.

Tomorrow all of the decorations will come down. So today I photographed a few items that have been in my Christmases for most of my life. My mom gave me these a few years ago and I love putting them up in my house each year.

Wishing you a fun and safe New Year's Eve. See you next year...

{hugs}
Laura

Beanie...

Wow, has it really been over 3 weeks since I have posted to my blog? Things have been busy and time has gone by too fast. I am trying to get ready for Christmas, as it is fast approaching. The kids are out of school for the winter break and I am almost done with work :) and I see a lot of relaxation in my near future. Yea!

Here is a beanie that I made for my son (quite a while ago) but never shared.

If I don't see you before the new year...

Merry Christmas!

{hugs}
Laura