Laurie's Bag

This is the bag I made for Laurie in the Fall Felted Bag Exchange,this is a picture before felting.She received her bag and posted a picture of it with the goodies I sent on her blog,Really, let me just finish this row. . .: That was FAST! check it out!

Owl Swap Package

Ok I have shopped and packaged and have evrything ready to be sent to my partner.I really had fun with this one because it was such an unusual swap.But I think I did pretty good for my partner.I even made 2 more things for her.After I hear that she has received it, I will post a picture of the owl object I created for her.Everything else I sent her is just add in to spoil her a little.hehe Ok well off to the post office with this package.

 

Owl Swap

I received the name of my partner for the Owl Swap and have sent her an email.I am looking forward to getting to know her better so I can spoil her.I think this will be a fun swap.I have already made one object for her which I hope she uses and enjoys.I  won't say anymore about it though,I don't want to give away the surprise.I can't wait to start collecting objects to add to her package.I sent her a few questions in hopes of knowing better her likes and dislikes.Hope I hear from her soon.Well that's what I am up to today.Hope everyone has a great day!

 

Fall Into Autumn Dishcloth Swap

"Fall Into Autumn" Dishcloth Swap: Fall Into Autumn Begins September 1st

Check it out,this seems like it wil be a fun swap.Everyone can use more dishcloths right!

 

2 More Swaps Completed

I have completed two more swaps, and they are packaged, and will be posted tomorrow.One is for the Knit One Tea Two Swap,this is the first time for me in a tea swap, so I hope my partner enjoys what I have sent her.I will not say what I sent, just in case she reads on here.hehe  The second swap was fun to do also, it was The Fall Felted Bag Swap,we had to make a felted bag for our partner, and I will not go into detail here, but I had fun filling these 2 packages with a few surprizes as well.Well that's what I have been up to, for the past few days.Hope you all had a wonderful weekend.

Questionnaire

1. What is your favorite yarn for felting, and why? Lambs Pride because it felts up so soft.
2. Name one person in the swap who is not from the U.S. and tell us where they are from, and link to their blog.Lesley from Nova Scotia,Canada  Yes, I KNIT!
3. Find one person in the swap who has a dog, and let us know the name of their dog(s) and link to their blog. Alana,dogs are Jayda and Flex   strings and purls
4. Find one person in the swap who has a child or grandchild and link to their blog.Justshajam Blogger: User Profile: Justshajam
5. And finally, tell us if you like October or November more, and why! (Yea, I know part of September and November are technically fall, but for this question, only October and November matter!) Oh I would have to say November ,because that is when we start preparing for our Thanksgiving Feast with our children and grandchildren.We always have a full house,we have 5 children and 19 grandchildren--ranging in ages from 15 years old to 11 days old.

Fall Felted Bag Exchange

I received the name of my partner,now I can start on her bag and her goodies to add to the package.I love these swaps,it is so much fun getting to know your partner and trying to decide exactly what they like and don't like,thier favorite colols,yarns,sizes and what type of bag best siuts them. I have been doing these swaps for awhile now but I seem to learn something new in evey swap I do.What a way to make and keep new friends.This is great!

 

Black Cat & Pumpkin Swap

Halloween!Come and join the fun! HAPPY HALLOWEEN !!!!!!!!

Knit one Tea Too Swap

I received the name of my partner today for this swap.This is going to be so much fun.I am looking forward to spoiling my partner.Now what kinds of tea?What do I get as an accessory to her tea party? Coasters,napikins,cup or mug cozies,strainer,spoons - oh the list just keeps getting longer.lol What about treats for her party?Should I get little sandwiches,scones,crumpets,cookies,assorted little cakes? Oh my so much to think about ,so much to do.This is going to be a wonderful tea party!

What my hubby has been up to.

Thought I would show everyone what hubby has been making.The beads are from a plant we have I have no idea what the real name is but we have always called it a prayer bead plant.If anyone knows the real name let me know. He got the idea for doing this while helping me shop for things for my stitch markers I am making for swaps. Enjoy!

Our New Grandson

Donivan Cade born on 08/15/07 at 10:49 am weighing 6 lbs 12 ozs and 20 inches long.

Fall Felted Bag Exchange Questionaire

1. How long have you been knitting or crocheting?36 years How did you learn? or from whom? My Mother-in-Law
2. What was your first felted object, and why did you decide to try felting? My first was a tote bag and I decided to try it because I had received one that had been felted and I loved the way it looked and felt.
3. What are your favorite colors?Blue,pink,lavender Any you hate? nope
4. What are your favorite styles\types of bags? (Long straps? Short handles? Handbags? Totes? Embellished? Plain? Include links to patterns or photos if you’d like – give your pal an idea of what you enjoy!) I love large tote bags,medium sized straps,and embelishments are really cute but not neccessary, I like bags that are large enough to carry my projects,with all the extras I carry like my wallet,cell phone,whatever so I would love a large tote with pockets.
5. What handbag or bag are you carrying today? A large blue tote bag made for me from another exchange which is perfect for me projects I am currently working on. Do you use a separate bag to carry your knitting? no
6. What other things do you enjoy knitting or crocheting? baby blankets,afghans,chemo caps,hats,scarves,dishtowels,scrubbies,etc.
7. What sort of needles do you enjoy working with? (straights vs circs, bamboo vs aluminum) for knitting I love circular needles, I love wood needles for crochet and bamboo for knitting
8. What’s one project you’ve not yet tried but are dying to make? I would love to make myself a sweater but have never found a pattern easy enough to follow.
9. What’s one yarn you’ve not yet tried but are dying to work with? Not sure let me think about that one
10. What other hobbies do you have? Do you spin? Sew? Garden? Crochet,Needle Point,Embroidery,Quilting,Sewing,Gardening,And spoiling my grandchildren.lol
11. Besides yarn, do you collect anything? yes angels,keychains,coffee mugs,tea mugs
12. What kind of goodies do you enjoy? Sweets? Salty? Anything you hate or are allergic to? I love anything that combines chocolate and peanutbutter so I guess I am a sweet-salty Person.lol
13. Do you have any kiddos? (Furry kind count!) 5 children as as of 10:49 am on 8/15/07 we now have 19 grandchildren
14. What kind of project best personifies you and why? Tote bags because I love making them and I have made them in crochet,knitted,and sewn and quilted,thats me give me something and I will try to turn it into a tote bag lol
15. What is your favorite part of Autumn? You can also share a special Autumn memory if you'd prefer! The beautiful colors of the leaves across the street from my home.
16. Tell us 3 things you would do if you won 10 million dollars in the lottery.

          Pay off my mortgage,then help each of our children payoff their mortgages orpurchase homes for the ones who currently rent.Then I would really increase my stash and of course give to my church and our local charities .

Swaps

Check out all the swaps and exchanges, on the right side bar.I have entered these swaps and exchanges,they all sound, like they will be lots of fun.I love doing swaps and exchanges,they help me meet people, and make new friends, around the world.If you have't tried swaps or exchanges yet,well you have no idea what you are missing. So try them, I know you will enjoy them.I know I do!

Comfort shawl

I have completed a comfort shawl,to donate to a lady, who has recently lost a loved one.I love doing shawls and comfortghans.I think it helps people to know that even strangers care about them.I received a beautiful comfortghn, when I recently lost my sister, and I love it.So if you would like to help someone, who has lost a loved one and don't know what to do for them ,then think about this, it is a very fulfilling way to help support someone else.You may be surprised at how it makes you feel.I enjoy it.Just knowing I am helping to bring a little joy to someone in there sadness.Will try to add picture of the shawl soon.

Pamper Your Pal Swap

This is a wrist bag, I received from my swap pal Tina, from our swap called Pamper Your Pal Swap from the Bumbles Groovy Crochet Group.I love it,now that I know what kind of bag it is.lol OK I am getting old, not used to all these fancy new ways to carry a purse.lol I also received 2 pencils,a ruler,a pencil sharpner,an eraser,a keychain with a 2008 calendar attached, and a very pretty butterfly shaped handmade soap.Thank you Tina.

 

What I am working on.

Hello I am corrently working on dishcloths and scrubbies, for a couple of swaps I am in.Also working on a baby blanket,I hope to complete before our new grandson is born.lol I have been shopping for goodies, to add to packages for several swaps I am in,and looking forward to a couple of Christmas swaps,I know it is early,but I figure we have to think ahead.I am also trying to complete my area rug, I am crocheting,it is slow going though, because it is getting heavy and kind of hard to handle.I am using double strands of scrap yarn and a size J hook.I am trying to use up the scrap yarn in my stash.I figure with winter coming up in a few months I can use it on my kitchen floor,which is really cold in the winter.We live in an old drafty house.lol So it will be nice to walk on a warm floor this winter.I will post pictures of all my projects, as I complete them.Hope everyone has been having a great weekend!!!!

Funky Feet Swap Received

Looky what I got in the mail today,from my partner Dollie from our Funky Feet Swap,from the Bumbles Groovy Crochet Group.I received everything I need to pamper my feet and color my toe nails and even have a very nice bag to keep evrything in and organized,and check out the 2 key chains she sent me,I love keychains,I collect them,so that made me very happy also.I want to say Thank You Dollie You are the best!!

 

 

Swap completed and Mailed

I have completed a swap and packaged and mailed it .It is from the Bumbles Groovy Grochet Group,and the swap theme was Pamper Your Pal.I will post a picture of what I made and let you know what goodies I put in it to,only after I know she has received the package.Don't want to give away the surprise. :) If you want to join a fun swap group then this is the one for you .I have a link to the group page on the right side of my blog,check it out.The group owner also makes great wooden crochet hooks,you may to check that out also.

Knit One Tea Too QUESTIONAIRE ( Answers)

Knit 1 Tea 2 Color Swap Questionnaire

1. Do you like loose tea or bags, or both – something you want to try? bags are easier for me ,I would like to try loose tea,just not decaf.

2. What is your favorite kind of tea (Brand, flavor, variety, etc)? I love variety teas (usually Lipton) and would love to try others,I think almost any berry flavored tea would be nice to try.

3. Favorite color in regards to tea or one you would like to try? (black, green, red, and white) (keeping in mind that this is how this swap is set up) I think I would like to try red tea,it just sounds interesting lol oooh what about cherry or strawberry flavored.

4. Would you say you were a tea pot kind of person or just a hot water heater kind?Hot water kind of person,I make tea while working at my desk so it is easier,the little bags make tea making less messy on my desk lol

5. What tea accessories would you like but have never purchases for yourself?you mean there are other things,I thought I had the essentials with my mug and my spoon, lol just kidding I would like anything cause I have none

6. How do you prefer to be pampered? (examples: mani/pedi, bubble bath, yummy treat, etc).Yummy treats to go with my tea would be nice,any kind of berries pleases me

7. If you were a kind of yarn what would you be and why?I would say acrylic because with a hubby and 18 grandchildren I need something very versitile and washable,and with a new grandbaby on the way,well think about it, spit up and poop, not very good for expensive yarns.lol

8. If you had to knit/crochet baby booties, a fun fur scarf, or a fair isle sweater, which would you choose and why?I think it would be the Fair Isle Sweater because I have never done anything like that yet and I love a challange

9. What other event would make you skip a tea party? (A garden party? A book club meeting? A yoga class? Opening night for a new action thriller? etc?)My hubby or children being ill and needing me or our new grandbaby being born :)

10. What treat would you consider essential at your tea party? (Sweet? Salty? Scones? Those petite pastry trays with a couple of all sorts of things? Little crust less sandwiches?)Sweet and Salty,try to please evryone at the party,Petite pastry tray and little crustless sandwiches,I have never had scones,but would be willing to try them

11. When buying yarn for a project how do you choose - do you buy the one called for or do you substitute?Depending on the cost or type of yarn sometimes I substitute,I like to try to stick to the yarn called for.

12. What do you carry your knitting/crocheting in when on the go?One of my tote bags I received from various tote exchanges,they are all in use at the moment,each one has a project not yet completed in them.

13. Favorite movie to watch while knitting/crocheting?I don't watch movies while crocheting,I listen to music,unless it is a simple pattern then maybe I would crochet in front of the tv

14. Are you a traditional tea cup kind of person or a mug type of person? Do you care if they match?Mugs all the way,the bigger the better ,don't have to match cause I collect different kinds,but I use them all, they are not just for show

15. Favorite childhood birthday party?I would have to say my sixteenth,loud music, lots of friends and and my family,,even Mom and Dad danced with us,it was lots of fun!

16. Favorite type of scone and jam?I have never had scones,my favorite jam would be strawberry,followed by blackberry,cherry,any berries

17. If you use candles, what is your favorite scent? cinnamon/apple

18. If you could choose 3 people to have 'tea' with, who would they be and why? (famous or not, living or dead).My Mom,Dad ,brother and sister,who are now gone,sorry I know you said 3,but I could not leave out one of them.I miss them all so much.

19. You've been invited to a tea party, what 'props' will you wear (formal or casual)?For a formal I would get all dressed up in a nice dress and heels,casual would be in my comfey old jeans and a big shirt,with tennis shoes,with my hair tied back,lol
    

20. Any allergies/preferences you have or are willing to admit to? No allergies,preferences would be my tea in bags please,and no decaf

21. Anything we missed you would like your pal to know?I am self employed and work from home.I love being able to work in my jammies.Now is that cool or what.I enjoy meeting new people and enjoy swaps,just about any kind.I love crocheting and I love making purses and tote bags.I want my partner to not stress out, just have fun,I am not hard to please,I am satisfied with just about anything.:)