Long time, no see!

Hello all!

So a lot has happened since my last podcast. I’ve gotten divorced, started a new relationship, gotten pregnant! I have an ultrasound tomorrow to find out what this baby I’m baking is and I thought what better than a contest!

Here’s the deal, you need to guess sex, weight and approximate birthdate. Closest person (you must get correct sex) will win a pattern of $7 or less from Ravelry! So ready to play?

My stats:

This baby originally was due Sept 27th, now it’s Sept 20th.

All 3 of my other kids were due the 27th and were born on the 1st, 8th, and 5th of the month they were due (yup, I went at 36 weeks. I know, you all hate me.)

My 1st (boy) was 7# 15oz May 1st

2nd (girl) was 8# 6oz Jan 8th

3rd (boy) was 9# 5 oz Nov 5th (although I was truly in labor on Halloween with him but since I was only 35 wks, 6 days they wouldn’t let me go.)

 

Leave a comment with the sex, weight and birthdate for a chance to be entered. I may consider a bonus if all info is correct!!!

 

This could be a drinking game…ready? On the words Fantastic and Amazing

Outta the Bag

1. Traveling Companion Shawl by Karen Strauss out of Wollmeise 100% Merino Superwash in the Forget-Me-Not colorway on size 5 US/ 3.75mm needles

What’s in the Bag?

1. Monkey Socks by Cookie A Finished one of these in my Knit Picks Stroll Grass colorway on size 2 US/2.5mm needles

Waiting to go into the bag

1. Arch Shaped Socks by Jen Showalter
2. Briar Rose Bolero by Ysolda Teague for Camp Loopy 2012

Go join the Ravelry Group too.

Relay for Life Heres where you can donate to our team.  We have a goal of $2500.  Everyone on the team has been personally affected by cancer in one way or another.  Although who hasn’t really right? Feel free to share your story here if you’d like. I’d love to share it with my team members!

 

 

Evidence that sleep is necessary

Episode 15…why can’t I seem to embed the dang videos anymore???

Outta the Bag

1. Olga Shawl by Tetiana Otruta knit outta KnitPicks Stroll in Twinkle Heather on size 6, 4.0mm gifted by the Fabulous Becca of KnitBytes

What’s in the Bag?

1. Traveling Companion Shawl by Karen Strauss out of Wollmeise 100% Merino Superwash in the Forget-Me-Not colorway on size 5 US/ 3.75mm needles

Waiting to go into the bag

1. Monkey Socks by Cookie A
2. Arch Shaped Socks by Jen Showalter

Go join the Ravelry Group too.

Relay for Life Heres where you can donate to our team.  We have a goal of $2500.  Everyone on the team has been personally affected by cancer in one way or another.  Although who hasn’t really right? Feel free to share your story here if you’d like. I’d love to share it with my team members!

The District Theatre with Tristan Tapscott

Festival 56 with Laura Brigham and her husband Dexter

 

My Relay Center

My Relay Center.

 

Episode 14 I’m back!

Show notes will follow…just wanted to get it up and going.

Can’t seem to get video to embed, so here’s a link too.

episode 14

 

We have a winner

What’s in the bag?

1. Make Mine Gray KAL by Steph Michaud knitting it out of Malabrigo Silky Merino in Helechos on US sz 6, 4.0 mm Don’t forget to come join the KAL and knit with us.  You have until November 15th to post a picture of your finished object in the thread over on Ravelry.
2. GAP-tastic Cowl by Jen Geigley out of Jarbo Garn Duo in 6 colorway on sz 13, 9.0 mm
3. Gnome Hat and Beard by Sally Pointer/Wicked Woolens knit out of I Love This Wool in various color ways on sz 8, 5.0 mm
   
4. Olga Shawl by Tetiana Otruta knit outta KnitPicks Stroll in Twinkle Heather on size 6, 4.0mm gifted by the Fabulous Becca of KnitBytes!!
5. Shetland Pi Shawl by Wendy Johnson using Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi 68866 (blue) on size US 4, 3.5mm needles
6. Clodach Socks by Meagheen Ryan using Knit Picks Stroll Grass on size US 0, 2.0mm needles
7. Polly Dolly by Laura Long: this is knit in Gedifra Extra Soft Merino Fino on size US 6, 4.0mm
8. Living Room Throw Knit out of Jiffy by Lion Brand in a Brown and Teal colorway on size US 11, 8.0 mm

Outta the bag

• nothing this week

Waiting to go into the bag

1. Gabe’s Giraffe by Susan B Anderson: the yarn is Amity and Amity Heathers
2. Mother Bear Project
3. Christmas Gift Knitting
4. Chrysanthemum mittens for Megan
5. Deep in the Forest mittens
6. Basic Men’s Mittens for the White Sox mittens I’m planning on designing

Go join the Ravelry Group too.

I’m pretty sure I’m forgetting to reference something.  Just leave a comment…I’ll try to fix it soon enough!!

 

Distractions

What’s in the bag?

1. Olga Shawl by Tetiana Otruta knit outta KnitPicks Stroll in Twinkle Heather on size 6, 4.0mm gifted by the Fabulous Becca of KnitBytes!!
2. Shetland Pi Shawl by Wendy Johnson using Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi 68866 (blue) on size US 4, 3.5mm needles
3. Clodach Socks by Meagheen Ryan using Knit Picks Stroll Grass on size US 0, 2.0mm needles
4. Polly Dolly by Laura Long: this is knit in Gedifra Extra Soft Merino Fino on size US 6, 4.0mm
5. Living Room Throw Knit out of Jiffy by Lion Brand in a Brown and Teal colorway on size US 11, 8.0 mm

Outta the bag

• Maggie’s Wedding Scarf by Deanna K. Van Assche knit out of Another Crafty Girl’s Strong Sock in Companion Cube on size 6, 4.0mm

Waiting to go into the bag

1. Gabe’s Giraffe by Susan B Anderson: the yarn is Amity and Amity Heathers
2. Mother Bear Project
3. Christmas Gift Knitting
4. Darrell’s Hat
5. Chrysanthemum mittens for Megan
6. Deep in the Forest mittens
7. Basic Men’s Mittens for the White Sox mittens I’m planning on designing
8. Gnome Hat and Beard for halloween (I’ll be making 5)

Bags from Jen and Wendy of Piddleloop

Lots of yarns from Hobby Lobby.  I’m not going to list them all.  If you want to know something, just comment or email me at momtofamilyof5@gmail.com…I’ll get back to you ASAP

Check out Pinterest You’ll be glad you did…or you’ll be mad I even suggested it.  Sorry!

Go join the Ravelry Group too.  There may be prizes awarded next week!!

I’m pretty sure I’m forgetting to reference something.  Just leave a comment…I’ll try to fix it soon enough!!

 

Short and Sweet

What’s in the bag?

1. Maggie’s Wedding Scarf by Deanna K. Van Assche knit out of Another Crafty Girl’s Strong Sock in Companion Cube on size 6, 4.0mm
2. Superfly by Katie White (it’s only $4.50!)
3. Olga Shawl by Tetiana Otruta knit outta KnitPicks Stroll in Twinkle Heather on size 6, 4.0mm gifted by the Fabulous Becca of KnitBytes!!
4. Shetland Pi Shawl by Wendy Johnson using Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi 68866 (blue) on size US 4, 3.5mm needles
5. Clodach Socks by Meagheen Ryan using Knit Picks Stroll Grass on size US 0, 2.0mm needles
6. Polly Dolly by Laura Long: this is knit in Gedifra Extra Soft Merino Fino on size US 6, 4.0mm

Outta the bag

• nadda, nothing, zilch, zip, zero

Waiting to go into the bag

1. Gabe’s Giraffe by Susan B Anderson: the yarn is Amity and Amity Heathers
2. Mother Bear Project
3. Christmas Gift Knitting
4. Wedding Gift Knitting
5. Chrysanthemum mittens for Megan
6. Deep in the Forest mittens
7. Basic Men’s Mittens for the White Sox mittens I’m planning on designing
8. Gnome Hat and Beard for halloween (I’ll be making 5)

Bags from Jen and Wendy of Piddleloop

Buttons from Moustache Factory by Nat

 

I’m pretty sure I’m forgetting to reference something.  Just leave a comment…I’ll try to fix it soon enough!!

 

Ripout-Restart-apalooza

What’s in the bag?

1. Maggie’s Wedding Scarf (I think I just found the yarn in AnotherCraftyGirl’s etsy shop!)
2. Superfly by Katie White (it’s only $4.50!)
3. Olga Shawl by Tetiana Otruta knit outta KnitPicks Stroll in Twinkle Heather on size 6, 4.0mm gifted by the Fabulous Becca of KnitBytes!!
4. Shetland Pi Shawl by Wendy Johnson using Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi 68866 (blue) on size US 4, 3.5mm needles
5. Clodach Socks by Meagheen Ryan using Knit Picks Stroll Grass on size US 0, 2.0mm needles
6. Polly Dolly by Laura Long: this is knit in Gedifra Extra Soft Merino Fino on size US 6, 4.0mm
7. Gathered Scarf concept on size US 9

Outta the bag

• Camp Loopy Project 3 Paabusall by Monica Kullarand using Malabrigo Lace in Lettuce on size US 2, 3.0mm and US 6, 4.0mm

Waiting to go in the bag

1. Gabe’s Giraffe by Susan B Anderson: the yarn is Amity and Amity Heathers
2. Mother Bear Project
3. Christmas Gift Knitting
4. Wedding Gift Knitting
5. Maggie’s wedding scarf
6. Chrysanthemum mittens for Megan
7. Deep in the Forest mittens
8. Basic Men’s Mittens for the White Sox mittens I’m planning on designing
9. Gnome Hat and Beard for halloween (I’ll be making 5)

YARNCON be there or be square!! I’m looking forward to shopping at the Piddleloop booth!  Yeah Jen (and Wendy?) I’ll see you there!!! Another Crafty Girl will be there and she is someone I met at Stitches.  Super excited to see her again.  Maybe we’ll see her basket with her too! Let me tell y’all, I’m saving my pennies ’cause this could be a Go For Broke day for me! Check out the vendor list and then come join me on Saturday September 24th from 11-6 in the Pulaski Field House!

Thanks to MariGayle of Exchange Student in Fiberland for the bags and goodies!!

Wish these blocking wires would be at YarnCon, but probably will just end up ordering them online.

the Kollage needles I mentioned vs the WEBS square needles I mentioned…what’dya think?

 

A finished object and a mile long wish list

What’s in the bag?

1. Shetland Pi Shawl by Wendy Johnson using Filatura Di Crosa Centolavaggi 68866 (blue) on size US 4, 3.5mm needles
2. Clodach Socks by Meagheen Ryan using Knit Picks Stroll Grass on size US 0, 2.0mm needles
3. Polly Dolly by Laura Long: this is knit in Gedifra Extra Soft Merino Fino on size US 6, 4.0mm
4. Gathered Scarf concept on size US 9
5. Camp Loopy Project 3 Paabusall by Monica Kullarand using Malabrigo Lace in Lettuce on size US 2, 3.0mm and US 6, 4.0mm

Outta the bag

• WestKnits KALby Steven West: the yarn is On Your Toes 4-Ply Sock Yarn on size US 4 3.5mm

Waiting to go in the bag

1. Gabe’s Giraffe by Susan B Anderson: the yarn is Amity and Amity Heathers
2. Mother Bear Project
3. Podcasters Challenge KAL more info will follow so check back on ravelry or watch your favorite podcasters to find out more info!!
4. Christmas Gift Knitting
5. Wedding Gift Knitting
6. Maggie’s wedding scarf
7. Chrysanthemum mittens for Megan
8. Goldfish mittens for Miles
9. Deep in the Forest mittens (I forgot to mention these in the podcast but aren’t they stunning?)
10. Basic Men’s Mittens for the White Sox mittens I’m planning on designing
11. Gnome Hat and Beard for halloween (I’ll be making 5)

YARNCON be there or be square!! I’m looking forward to shopping at the Piddleloop booth!  Yeah Jen (and Wendy?) I’ll see you there!!! Another Crafty Girl will be there and she is someone I met at Stitches.  Super excited to see her again.  Maybe we’ll see her basket with her too! And Kitchen Sink Dyeworks!  Let me tell y’all, I’m saving my pennies ’cause this could be a Go For Broke day for me! Check out the vendor list and then come join me on Saturday September 24th from 11-6 in the Pulaski Field House!

New podcasts I’m watching and loving right now

• Purple Photokitty’s Artwork Kelly is podcasting from Scotland.  And y’all should know I really want to move there and live with the family.  So I was instantly drawn to her show.  But she’s also charming and I’m totally enjoying her podcast!
• Britt Knits Brittany is from Illinois and is a newer podcaster.  She is going to be starting an etsy shop with her hand dyed yarns.  I’m really looking forward to watching her business grow!