Thursday, October 20, 2005

Bethany





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"Ugg" Booties



Project Name: "Ugg" Booties by Candi Jensen featured on DIY Network
Description: Cute Baby Booties
Type: Knitting
Start Date: 10/01/05
End Date: 10/20/05
URL: DIY Network "Ugg" Booties
For: Nephews (Twins) with one extra just in case bootie
Yarn: Berroco Suede and Red Heart Plush
Notes: I revised the directions to knit in the round. The last bootie I even did the sole in one piece to avoid more sewing. (Is that lazy or what) The booties were easy for me, but I think if I hadn't had the experience of turning a heel (in this case the turning shapes the instep) I may have had difficulty. The gauge was difficult as I used needles two sizes smaller. Email me if you'd like my notes on this project which includes revisions for knitting in the round and row counts.

Monday, October 17, 2005

Mom and Grandma Bracelets


I've seen these bracelets and just love them. I got the idea of making them for my sister and nieces. It was fun, was less expensive than purchasing them, but like doing anything new, a lot of trial and error. I'll make two more, one for me and one for another niece. I'm going to look for beads (necklaces) at garage sales. Just what I need another expensive hobby. LOL Some of the places I purchased supplies are:
To Bead Swarovski crystals for a good price and small amounts.
www.gemshow-online.comSwarovski crystals, silver beads (alphabet), and findings.
Firemountain Gems
I also purchased some Alphabet beads from EBay. If I did it again I'd go straight to Gemshow-online.com. Better quality and selection.

Wednesday, October 05, 2005

Pumpkin Hat (Very Easy)




Pumpkin Hat
Red Heart Super Saver Yarn
Pattern: Free ~ http://knitting.about.com/library/blpumpkin.htm
Easy and nice to have something to work on while Esther is at the park. She doesn't need my constant supervision but it is nice to have something I can knit and watch her at the same time.
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