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A Thankful Stitching Post

It seems like an eternity since I have posted.  I have been here and reading your blogs in snippets, but every time I have sat down to start to write, I feel pressure to do something else.  There's always something more important to do.  And it's true, there is always something more important, the girl's, the housework, my new responsibility of helping my sister to home school my niece...I have felt so busy lately, that sitting down to write even a few words has seemed like a job.  I certainly don't want blogging to feel like a job, so I will post when I feel like I can, without any pressure.  Tonight I am posting because Daddy is entertaining the kids, the dishes are done, the house is tidied up, and I am feeling like it's time to share.  I also have to give a very warm thank you to Patti over at Stitching in Lobster Land for the fabulous giveaway win.  5 great charts and 5 beautiful threads.  Thank you so much Patti,  I am definitely planning on using some of those threads in the Sweetheart Tree chart.

I have also been stitching a bit lately.  It seems that crochet has taken over my life this year and it feels really good to pick up a needle a cross those little stitches.  It has been so long since I've had a finish and right now   I am so close I can taste it.  Jenny Bean Halloween Sampler was always on my wish list, and now she is nearly finished.  A little late for Halloween, but it will be ready to hang next year.

Also, I have found a new use for my head lamp!!!!!!  Just climb in bed, prop up your pillows, wrap one of these little beauties around your head, turn on the TV and stitch till your eyes start to droop.  Of course this isn't a nightly ritual, most of the time I'm so tired that I fall asleep as soon as my head his the pillow.  I have enjoyed my bed-time stitching though.

I have a lot of crochet projects that I want to share, but have to finished photographing things, but when I do, I will have a post for that.  I have also been very busy with Christmas gifts.  Just hoping that I can get everything done, that I want to get done.

Until later, thanks for stopping by,

Hillery

Felt Ornaments

My niece and I found a few lovely oak trees in the neighborhood and immediately set to work collecting as many acorn caps as we could.  I said "They look like Owl Eyes" and her first thought was....Let's make some.  The owl design was inspired by something I saw once, but I really don't know where.  The birds were just an off-shoot of the owl design.  We are in the process of making a few more designs right now, but I can say that we are having such a good time stitching these little guys up.  They are so quick.  I have put a few finished objects in the SHOP, and some kits in the SHOP as well.
Thanks for stopping by everyone,
Hillery

New Girls Slouchy Hat Pattern in the Shop

I have added the Girls Slouchy Hat Pattern to my Etsy Shop.  It has been tested, and is ready to stitch up for your little ones.  Comes in 3 sizes.  6-12 Months, 1-3 Years, and 4-8 Years.  Increase the hook size for tweens.  And it whips up in less than 2 hours.  I love how versatile this hat is.  You can have it a little slouchy or a lot slouchy.  Looks great in stripes too.


Thanks for stopping by,
Hillery

Sunday Morning Breakfast and a Mid-Morning Snack

Every Sunday, I try to get the whole family down for a nice Breakfast.  Today was homemade Belgian Waffles.  They certainly don't look gourmet, but they were tasty.  They sure do a great job of stuffing the tummy though.  Makes me want to just sit on the couch and veg all day.  It is going to be an amazing fall day here, 80 degrees and sunny in Northern Maine, on Sept. 25, can you imagine. 
Well, I have a terrible case of the sniffles, but I am determined to not let it ruin my day. I think we'll head to the park before lunch, and come back for a nice nap.  How about these for a mid morning snack.  My first attempt at some crochet food.  I had intended to make up a bunch of these crochet goodies for Big Sister's birthday party a couple of weeks ago, but as usual, my plans are way to big for the actual time I have to do it.  Oh, well, we think they're cute.
Have an amazing Sunday everyone,
Hillery

Chunky Cluster Stitch Beanie and Ribbed Beanie

So what do you do, when you know that there are some patterns out there, that are like the one you created?
I have researched and found some free patterns like this, although slightly different.....  Can I go ahead and sell this pattern as my own, if I know that I have not copied exactly anything that I've seen, and that I can truthfully say that I just created this and perfected it myself?  I have designed it so it will fit up to 5 sizes, using a thicker yarn.  What are your thoughts?  I think I know what you are going to say, that is the reason I am posting this.  I know that I can freely sell the products I make from the hat, and be at ease about it.
There is so much on the internet that can inspire you, It's hard not to come up with something that is already out there. How can you not make it unique enough?  It's a hard topic I think.  That being said, I am working on another project that is very similar to others out there, but I think I have put a unique twist on it.  Hopefully unique enough.  I will share that soon, and hopefully get some feedback.
Thanks for stopping by,
Hillery

New Button Mums

We've been very busy here on the homefront. We are just about ready to put in a new oil tank and are getting ready to paint the cellar stairway.  We've been starting to pack up the yard and deck for the fall as well.  I am a little upset to be putting away the patio set soon. I have spent many hours on the deck in the sunshine, crocheting, reading or watching the kids play.  I do love fall though.  It is my favorite season.  We can still get outside and do some summer type things, just with a little more clothes on.


I have designed a little crochet Button Mum in three different sizes.  They are nice and fluffy and tall too.  I am going to write up a quick pattern and have it tested the the Free Testers Group on Ravelry.  I'll then put them in the Etsy shop.  These will be great as little barrettes, glued or sewed on to headband, made into pins or brooches, the possibilities are endless with little crocheted flowers.  These cotton flowers measure 2", 2.5" and almost 3".  I just love these.


Hope all is well in your part of the world.
And thanks for stopping by,
Hillery