• Dec. 17, 2008
First Christmas!
It feels like we should be on Christmas break here, seeing as we already celebrated with the farmer's side of the family - it was hard to get back into the normal swing of things on Monday! Before everyone arrived, I finished up one more little snowperson, using the same SnoBuddy Family pattern.
We had a great weekend with all the extended family and of course ate way too
much. We ate, exchanged gifts, played games, ate, stayed up too late talking, laughed, ate...well, you get the idea. I gave my sil a little knitting lesson, and she gave me a crochet lesson- I even made a little granny square. She was trying to finish up a couple gifts so she was crocheting every minute she could be - I'm sure many of us can relate!! I have to show the beautiful family tree that she made for us as our Christmas gift:
I love it! She hand drew and lettered all that, and my nephew and his girlfriend helped her color it all in. I wasted no time in getting that hung up on the wall!
In addition to feeding our guests, the farmer cleaned up all the birdfeeders last week and filled the with fresh seed. We had some very happy birds - but also an unintended guest to the feeder:
Surprisingly, I haven't seen this little guy come back yet - I thought he'd be back soon, and probably bring some of his friends! Maybe it's because of this very interested (and loud) critter:
About a milisecond after I snapped this picture, he went completely bananas and scared Mr. Bunny away.
Now that last weekend is over, I really need to focus on the rest of my preparations, especially those slippers I need to knit!! Hope everyone enjoys their last week to get ready before the big day, and isn't too stressed out!
ps. Need some free printable gift tags? Bella Dia has rounded up a huge list - go check it out!
Comments
• Dec. 17, 2008
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Posted by Mama Bear
It sounds like a great time was had by all! The snowman is a cutie.
I love the family tree. What a great gift.
• Dec. 17, 2008
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Posted by Oiyi
Looked like a lot of fun. That family tree is gorgeous! What an amazing gift.
www.oiyi.blogspot.com
• Dec. 17, 2008
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Posted by Thimbleanna
OHMYGOSH Karen!!! That family tree is GORGEOUS!!! I LOVE it -- does she give lessons? Or tips and hints? 'Cause, um, I think I'm in her vicinity LOL. And I'm sure she knows about our two new (now 1 year old) yarn shops? As a new knitter, this is very important information! ;-)
• Dec. 18, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
I love how Max is totally engrossed in what's going on outside. Looks just like my four. My husband would drool over your family tree. He just loves that kind of stuff! I love how your family gets together. We used to do that when I had more family. Sure makes for some priceless memories! Have a wonderful Christmas with your family.
Vickie
www.thevirginapurl.blogspot.com
• Dec. 18, 2008
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Posted by Anonymous
mama mia -- that family tree is incredible! What a great and thoughtful gift!
Hope your holiday season is off to a great start, my friend. Merry Christmas!
~africankelli
• Dec. 18, 2008
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Posted by Junie Moon
The family tree is absolutely gorgeous. I think that is the best thing ever.
• Dec. 18, 2008
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Posted by Kelli
Your little snowman is so cute! Merry Christmas to you and your family!
~Kelli
www.kellishouse.blogspot.com
• Dec. 20, 2008
from Nachaele Olson
Posted by Anonymous
Dachshunds sure love laying by the fireplace, ha? Cute coat for Max! I love the family tree....great idea!
Merry Christmas!
• Jan. 11, 2009
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Posted by Anonymous
Your Family Tree is gorgeous!! Beautiful work...it will be a treasured heirloom in your family for years to come I'm sure of that. I can see why you found a perfect place to hang it right up...I would have done the same.
happy new year :)
hakucho
