Best kid EVER!

** momma gushing follows... just a warning!

Yesterday I was up early, first one up to start the day. While I was in the shower miss Lu woke up and decided that she wanted to help me out... (I started a new job yesterday) So she cleaned up her room, some things in my room and made our beds. When I hopped out of the shower she couldn't wait to tell me what she had done. She gave me a big hug and said, "mom I wanted to help you cause I want you to have a good first day." I think my heart exploded all over her cute little face. What a doll!

ps. so Olivia pulled on this blue wound up scarf last night. They were not necessarily intended for kids... but I think it looks adorable on her! (cell phone pics)

Shipping

Sending out a couple orders today. I love packaging my store items... it's the little things!

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Christmas... I want one for everyday!

Show and Tell:

Check it out... here is the link to this awesome diy felt ball wreath.

I love making theses balls and I've done all kinds of fun projects with them. But I have yet to make this happy little piece of heaven. But I will! It's a christmas post but I think this sucker would look good all year long.

Link and image from Pickles. If you have the time peek around her blog you should. It's a fun!!

ps. i want that moose!

family time and laundry...

Well,

I thought I was going to have time this weekend to finish my shop update. I had mentioned to a few curious people that Monday was the day to look for the new items... specifically the crocheted necklaces but unfortunately that ain't gonna happen yo!

Soon though!

While you're here check out this link at Ready Made. Fun idea, right?!

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Today was especially sunny here and it was a nice surprise.

Project #2 (cont.)

Making more progress. Experimenting with colored fringe....hmmm?

Want pie on a stick? Well yes I do, thank you!

Found this link via A Cup Of Joe. What a fun idea. A Brilliant idea even!

Project #10 & #11

#10 -The "All Wound Up" crocheted loop scarf. This one is for my sister but I will be posting the pattern at my website soon.

#11 -Canvas labels I made for the Oregonian Caps that are headed out to the David Hill Vineyard gift shop.

Project #9

Video message for you! Don't get too excited... it's my first one here and it's not all that informative or entertaining. Hold the phone! Wait, I forgot... you do get to meet Lu's fish bubbles and hear about my sister's late crocheted present... so that's worth it!

Wow, on second thought maybe this video thing is a silly idea. But on the other hand it did get me to Project #9. So watch the freaking video. AND LIKE IT!

Nice to meet you bubbles! from Rachel on Vimeo.

ps. if you have not yet watched Food, Inc you need to! It's important!
Then (no pressure) knit my Moreland Market Bag and buy locally and at your farmer's markets. OK, i'm off my soap box now.

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Project #8

Angel Food Birthday Cake.... so good I couldn't get a picture of it before it was all gone! I think that's a good sign though!

Project #7

Finished a new version of the appliqued scarf... blue this time. I have more to show but it needs to be mailed out and I don't want to give away the surprise! So i'll share later this week.

Today is all about bday celebrating so off I go to get Angel Food Cake makings, strawberries, whipping cream and candles. And to top it all off it's a beautiful sunny day!

Good Morning 6 year old!!!!!!

I can't imagine a life without your perfect smile and fabulous personality shining on me everyday. You make my life and everyone's around you special and exciting! Happy birthday my sweet girl!

love, momma

SO after reading one of the last comments I realized that i really do need to post more "happy me" pictures. So here is a couple from earlier today... see I DO smile!

ps. that's another crocheted necklace but in kelly green.

Project #6

Crocheted chain gold earrings. This was a fast project but fun!