• Nov. 13, 2008
The Lazy Blogger
The lazy blogger - that's me!! I guess I'm just not feeling much blog inspiration these days....it seems that life goes in a real cycle around here, dictated by the animals/farm/school schedule, and each cycle is very much like it was last year. (So that's the long way of saying not much new is going on here)
I did finish my Sleepwalker Socks a week or so ago. This is a pattern I'm sure I'll make again, it seemed to go really fast and the sock fits perfectly. The pattern would be great for someone who hadn't much sock experience as every step was spelled out in detail. And I can't forget to mention the yarn - loved it!
pattern: Sleepwalker Socks by Dream in Color
yarn: Autumn Harvest by Sophie's Toes
Is everyone else in disbelief like I am, that Thanksgiving is around the corner and Christmas will be close behind?? I'm trying to get myself out of denial and into the swing of things, so that December isn't hectic and crazy - a few Christmas gifts have even been purchased! I didn't think I would be doing much knitting for gifts, but the farmer and the boys have all requested slippers, so I'll need to get on that soon! (and I've got a couple other little things up my sleeve)
I really like to spend some of my gift budget with small businesses and indpendent crafters, and I'm sure we all know how addictive etsy.com can be! I thought I'd share a few people I've bought things from online and have had good shopping experiences with, maybe it'll be just the thing someone needs for someone on their list.
The little ornaments were made by Barb, who sells handmade goodies at A Chelsea Morning's Little Shoppe. These Santa Stars looked adorable online, but when they came I was even more impressed- they are perfect down to the tiniest detail. I'm sure all her other items are made just as carefully. Aren't they cute??
I don't think she has any available right now but I know she's working on more in time for the holidays. I'm tempted to get more when they're ready- they'd be so cute on a package or attached to a gift card.
This key chain is from Sommer Designs, who can resist wiener dogs in sweaters?
She's got lots of other tempting items, like bags, aprons, and lavender drawer liners, all in some really fun fabrics.
Speaking of wiener dogs, here's how ours stays warm at night:
Have a great day! (and find someone warm to snuggle with!)
Comments
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Oiyi
Beautiful Socks! That pattern sounds like it might be good for me. I need a sock pattern that spells it out for me.
The ornaments are darling!!
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Lynn
Your socks are beautiful, and Max is SO cute curled up with your son!
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
Awesome socks...I love the pattern and yarn colors :) Max is so cute and makes a very nice cuddly bed warmer!
happy knitting :)
hakucho
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Toni
Your Sleepwalkers are just beautiful! Love the yarn color..
Your farm/life cycle may be common to you, but your readers remain enthralled. :)
Smart dog. _grins_
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Jen!
I can't believe it's nearly Thanksgiving, either!
..and maybe I need to get a kid for Snake to snuggle. ;o)
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Thimbleanna
Oh my gosh! I'm right there with you in the disbelief department! I haven't even made Christmas lists yet -- it's very distressing!
Your socks are beautiful -- I love the pattern and the color is perfect for fall. The ornaments are adorable and I love the little weiner dog keychain -- that ribbon is so cool!
• Nov. 13, 2008
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Posted by Danielle
Your socks turned out gorgeous :) And you always find just the cutest things IMHO. What a simply sweet pic of your son and little Max all snuggled up together, such contentment.
• Nov. 14, 2008
Socks and dog
Posted by Anonymous
Love your socks and the key chain is so cute! The picture of "the snugglers" is adorable! My dachshunds love to sleep next to me and snuggle too! They are like a little heating pad next to you! Thanks for sharing those pictures!
Nachaele Olson
KnittingbythePond.blogspot.com
• Nov. 14, 2008
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Posted by woolwinder
The socks are very pretty!
I can't believe Christmas is just around the corner. I'm not even close to being ready!
• Nov. 14, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
I completely agree with you about motivation sometimes. It's been raining here at the beach for three days and I feel like I am in a rain coma. I can't seem to get motivated without some sun at least for a few hours! I love that Max sleeps under the covers. Our Eddy does that very same thing with us while the other three sleep on a comforter on the floor next to my side of the bed. Doxies do love to snuggle under the covers. I love your socks. I am horrified that next week is Thanksgiving. Where did all the time go??? I don't have little kids anymore and still can't find the time to get everything done. A farm must take every minute. Sit down and rest!
• Nov. 14, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
Oh boy I love those socks - is that pattern easy enough for some with 1 sock worth of experience and I mean 1 sock, not 1 pair of socks, LOL. I'm off to check out that weiner dog key chain - I NEED ONE, LOL. Max looks just like Cami - all tucked in for the night.
Hugs - Karen/yellowfarmhouse
• Nov. 17, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
Such a lovely pair of socks - the yarn is so pretty in that pattern!
~Keri
knittygrittythoughts.typepad.com
• Nov. 18, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
Love the sleepwalker socks!! I have some on the needles that have been hibernating.. I need to get them out and finish them now that cold/sock wearing weather is upon us!! Love the picture of your son sleeping with the dog!! Too precious!!
janice
• Nov. 21, 2008
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Posted by psalm127
Great socks!! Love the sleeping son and dog.
