posted by amanda on Aug 1
First, let me say that I am a huge fan of aprons. I love wearing them during the day. They keep my clothes clean, they look cute, and they are perfect for holding clothes pins, iphones, or whatever else you may need to carry.
I was inspired to sew up an apron, so I scored a sweet deal on some Amy Butler fabrics and voila! Here is my end result 
Its so cute, and much more fun to wear than my plain ol’ clean team apron.
If anyone is interested, here are the instructions. They are in two parts. Here’s part one and part two. Happy sewing!
posted by amanda on Oct 25
This has been my project while nursing (pretty fitting, eh?) I used this pattern from Suzy Q Homemaker and Butterfly Super 10 Multi Yarn that I found on sale. I was afraid that the logo wouldn’t show up, but it is actually quite clear in person.
posted by amanda on Jan 4
Seriously, how cool are these bags?
I have been in the market for some reusable bags to replace the plastic bags that most stores use. I have been trying to knit, scrounge, and find as many bags as I can before I purchase any. I’ve knitted a few of these silk sari hobos. They are gorgeous. I’m tempted to pick up a few ecobags. I love the produce bags. How cool are they? I have just recently become aware of how much plastic I use in the produce section. Ack!
When I was looking for bags, I came across these Basura Bags that are made by women in the Philippines out of foil juice boxes. Each one is unique. I think I might be trading in my Coach bags…
My husband thinks that I may be going a little off of the deep end, but I’ve told him many times that it is not like he got a bait-and-switch out of this deal. He met a vegetarian who wore Birks. He met a girl who wasn’t in the mainstream. There weren’t any other electric guitar playing, skateboarding, computer and math major, punk girls walking around campus. 
If you use cloth bags at the grocery store, please comment and let me know what has worked for you! I’m really interested to see what most people do and whether or not the stores make an issue of it. I know that Wild Oats gives you a nickel for each cloth bag you use, but I’m guessing that the mainstream stores aren’t like that.
posted by amanda on Sep 23
I saw that these were really popular on the shelves of Target last night, so I thought I’d come home and try to make a pair.My first one is done, and its super cute. I shortened the toe area so that it is lower down on the foot and then lengthened the slipper by the same amount. I’m loving it!
Crochet Mary Janes
posted by amanda on Dec 29
Well, I’m done with one of my knitting projects 
I seem to get in these little funks where I have a ton of projects going, but I don’t seem to be finishing any of them. I think I’m finally coming out of that!
So, here’s my scarf!
posted by amanda on Dec 20
http://secure.elann.com/ShowFreePattern.asp?Id=107024
Well, I am trying to get this project done as quickly as possible, because I’d love to give it to my mother-in-law for Christmas. I’m doing it in black alpaca, and I’m really excited about it. So far its still quite small though. I’ve only finished 15 rows, but in about 15 minutes worth of work.
So now I just need to turn this:
into this:
Uhmm…. I guess I better stop blogging and start knitting!
posted by amanda on Dec 18
I have several friends who wanted to see what it looked like when knitting and purling, so I did a few stitches and recorded it. The quality isn’t perfect, but it’ll give you an idea
Purl stitches
Knit stitches
posted by amanda on Dec 17
I wanted to post some pictures of my crafty projects here, so voila! This was the first purse that I attempted to knit. It turned out quite cute.
If you wish to make one, I used a size 10 circular needle and wool from Hand Painted Yarn. I cast on 80 stitches and then knit in the round until it was as tall as I wanted. I then attached the handles (bought for a few bucks at Joann’s) with a bunch of loops and used a cheap fabric for lining (also from Joann’s).
posted by amanda on Dec 14
Thanks to GCM, I found a new knitting blog that looks really good. She’s really funny, and I like her projects. I think I may make a few for stocking stuffers
I’m trying to think of lots of other cute little gifts to give. I’ve been reading some of the stuff from Cindy’s Porch and I’d love to make more of our little gifts, but I’m just not sure what I want to do. Time is getting low…
So, what are you giving for little gifts to neighbors/acquaintances/etc?
posted by amanda on Jun 24
I think I’m becoming addicted to knitting. Its my newest obsession 
For some reason I had knit plenty in the past, but it never grabbed my attention like it has recently. I’m currently working on a scarf and about to start a purse. I’ll post pictures when I get the chance!
