Because Soren kept playing with the thread. Ripped off one double needle of stitches as I neared the end of a purl row. To all you other knitters out there - you know what I am talking about. And you might be shocked, that, in fact - it didn't bother me much. Because I am glad that he is interested in the thread, in the needles, in this crazy continuous knot forming into hand/arm mitts. I encourage him to drag the dog food holder into the bathroom, root through toothbrushes, pick a toothpaste and brush his teeth - even though I think he is playing more with the faucet than scrubbing. I love watching him grow and learn - and more than that, I appreciate that he wants me to be a part of it.
feeling crafty.... (it's just my type)
(I know… bad Beastie Boys reference, but it was necessary)
This long weekend was much needed. We spent most of it together as a family - which was absolutely priceless. I always love watching the dudes together - they are quite the adorable team. We also spent some time with Rick's family. Seeing Soren run around with his cousins was a treat. The three of them were a blast. Zoë, Rick's niece closest to Soren's age was an absolute doll. Precious moment exhibit A :
Soren was looking disgruntled, but not quite tantrum quality frown. She walks up to him, crooks her head down to face him eye to eye, and asks him, 'Soren? you ok Soren?'. He proceeded to say something in toddler gab, she looked a bit confused but kind of understood. They then proceeded to jump up and down on this HUGE play pad Papaw brought up from the basement - laughing and screaming. So cute!
And, personally - I set out the task of working a bit on the 'me'. I haven't sewed or knitted since, well - Soren was born and it was about time to get back to it! I dusted off the sewing machine (literally…), started a knitting project, made a couple stuffed turtles to work on my sewing chops (much needed work indeed…) and even put a HUGE dent in a wonderful book. All in a weekend. Felt good to dig back into the crafty nook in my noggin.
…and of course - Soren and I took PLENTY of photos...
Happy Weekend
It's Friday! Which actually means something to me. I usually work weekends, especially holidays - but not this one! Looking forward to spending time with my guys and spinning through a web of DIY ideas, work shenanigans and home hunting or improving. Much to think about friends! Have a good weekend! (ps - snapping photos is definitely on the to-do!)
DIY Knitting
Time to order some yarn and kick up the needles! So looking forward to starting some knitting projects to initiate the fall! Most of these are from one of my favorite knitting sites and yarn providers - Spud & Cloë (#2-5). #1 is from another great site - Design Sponge.
picmonkey
My new favorite trick. I have been using PIcasa (a wonderfully free program) for my collages - which has been great. BUT, the way Picasa stores photos and collages in the library and directory can be messy. Thanks to Pugly Pixel - I have discovered picmonkey. I highly recommend this website! It is a blast to play with, super easy to use with some great effects. You can do everything from simple edits on a photo ➺
added color definition in Soren's skin - added text and symbol - rounded corners
...adding frames ➺
fixed focus on Soren's face - skin softening - white burn-out frame and added text
last of all - collages ➺
rounded corners within collage settings
Have fun!