More stuff I've made.

Ok here are some of the latest creations. First, the cabled purse. Chunky yarn, lined with a cute, bright fabric, weaved with a ribbon, and bamboo handles.

Next, the shrugs. First, the baby shrug. Not a great picture, but Perry loves it :). Second, the adult one. I've made one for myself, and plan to make more for myself in different colors. This can be worn over anything and adds that little bit of flare. (Thanks to Teresa for modeling)



Next, we have baby/toddler hats. Brothers Vince and Rorke model the brimmed striped beanie. Sweet Perry models the vintage hat with flowers and the plain old lace-ish baby beanie. You gotta keep those little heads warm!!

Adult hats!! First is the earflap hat with pom pom. I LOVE THIS HAT. I wore it snowboarding several times this year. It's cute, you can add any design to it, and it's WARM!!! Next the slouchy cabled beanie. My personal favorite for style (as you can see, I'm wearing it in two pictures). I also plan on making one in every color for myself. Last, the leafy slouchy beanie. You can't see the detail too well on this green hat, but it's gorgeous. It's just what it says it is.... leaves. I love this one too. Not too slouchy, just the perfect amount.

Stuffed thingys. First, Penelope monster holding a heart. I got this request from my friend Mariah to give her son for Valentines day. I just took off the bow (to make Penelope a boy) and knit a heart for him to hold. In the bottom right corner we have a family of Penelopes. One boy and two girls. In the middle is Melvin the monster. He's pretty big and the newest of the monsters I've made. He's also Penelope's cousin. Bottom left - I made a bunny nugget, a little lamb, and a chunky chick for Perry for Easter. Cute little gifts. And finally at the top right is the elephant, also for Perry.

This is the football baby ... aka Max. I got this request from my cousins wife, as my cousin is the biggest football fan EVER. I made a football beanie and a newborn football swaddle sac. If I don't say so myself, he looks pretty darn adorable.

And lastly, golf club covers. I couldn't think of anything to knit a dude for a gift, and then I came across these! The boys loved them.

Isn't this little girl beautiful??

These are just a few of my favorite photos of lil P. I'm so lucky to be her aunt!!

Perry Cate - Week One

 

I'm an AUNT

Introducing....

Perry Catherine Hilbert

Born Monday November 8th, 1:00 am

7 lbs 3 oz, 20 inches long

She's already my bestest friend.

Little P.

In case I haven't blabbed about it enough yet, my bro and sis in law are expecting a sweet little girl on Halloween. This is Perry Katherine Hilbert. Love her way too much already.

Mom's Day

This is my great grandmother Edith Soule. I have great memories of her, she lived to be 97 and died when I was in my teens. I am so lucky to have known her well. My favorite memories of her are spending time with her at our cabin in Island Park, and also her home in St. Anthony, ID. She would always tell stories her childhood, and she taught me to play solitaire, which I love to this day. I love you and miss you Grandma Soule.

This is my grandmother, Beverley Birch, one of my best friends. She has always opened her arms and her heart to me, and I am so very grateful for that. I have also learned much from her, including my more recent crafty side of sewing and knitting. I can talk to her about anything, and feel completely comfortable. I love you grandma.

Last, my beautiful mother, Shelley. I cannot express the amount of love I have for this woman. We are so much alike, people even say we look and talk alike, which I take as a compliment. She is always so concerned about others, including me. She has supported me through the roughest of times. I only hope that one day I can be as good of a mother to my children as she was and still is to me. Love you mom.

Mikey's Birthday

My sweet little brother had a birthday not too long ago. We're only 18 months apart, and I love him to death, even though he wouldn't take one of my kidneys if he needed one, cause he thinks I'm gross. I guess that's a sibling thing. His wonderful wife (my beautiful sis in law) threw him a lovely birthday party. We grilled hot dogs, played Mario Kart and Rockband, watched New Moon, and had a fantastic time. Here are some photos of the fun.

The boys.. Mike D., Jon H., Mike H. aka Birthday Boy, Jake W., and Kenny P.

Lis and me

Jon-o and Sweet Baby Cedar

The ladies... Marinda H. aka Dandy, Cato N., Me, Mog N., Cedar, and Breck K.

HATS and MORE

Hers and His Twisted Rib Beanie

Newsboy Cap, Cabled Beanie, Chemo Cap

Slouchy Striped Beanie

Bounce Hippy Hat

French Press Slippers

Fingerless Gloves

Ok, have I told you how much I love my friend Jamie?? She's seriously the best. Thank you for being so willing to model my stuff, and for being willing to listen to me all the time!! LOVE YOU!!!

HEADBANDS

Thanks Jamie for looking so incredibly hot. Pattern credits coming soon....

Kid Stuff

Here are a few of the things I have made for the kiddies.

Headbands

Bunny Nuggets and Monster Chunks

Maddox the Monster

Also, isn't this just the cutest kid you've ever seen in your life?? Her name is Maddy, and she's super awesome. Let me know how you feel about my stuff!!

Model Behavior

So I've been quite the little crafter as of late, and I want to take pictures and post what I've made. I need a model to put on my beanies, scarves, headbands, smittens (yes, I said smittens), gloves, etc. Any takers??

I AM NOT A NORMIE

As you recall, in my last post, I have some things to say. I started a new blog, www.iamnotanormie.blogspot.com, to explain. It is pretty sensitive stuff and I want to keep this blog happy and crafty :). I have sent out invites to those interested. If you would like an invite, let me know. Thanks dudes.

Stuff n things

I have a lot to post about. And it's pretty deep stuff, so I'm gonna need some serious non-judgement here. I'm gonna make this private to support my "anonymity". Leave me your email address if you're interested in hearing about stuff n things.

Birthday Week

This is what happened last time I took a "girls trip" to Vegas. Can't wait to see what I come home with this time.....

I'm not completely left brained...

I decided to get crafty and make some baby Mary Janes.

Not only did she graduate from puppy class....

...... she also passed driver's ed.

As the season comes to an end...

Let us reflect on some of the highlights.

Shreddin with Brooke.

Shreddin with Eric.

Shreddin with Jess.

Shreddin Milli.

Shreddin.

Awesome season.

Happy Birthday Grandma

I just wanted everyone that may come across this blog to know how awesome my Grandma is.  I can honestly say that she is one of my best friends.  It's amazing how much we have in common, despite the generation gap.  She would do anything for me, and I am so grateful for that.  I feel like I can tell her anything and everything.  She has such an incredible sense of humor and always makes me laugh.  I enjoy every minute that I spend with her.

Grandma in college

Mike and Marinda's wedding

Cliff and Wade Lake, Montana

 

Me, Avery, and Grandma

My college graduation

Christmas 2007

HAPPY BIRTHDAY GRANDMA!!!

I LOVE YOU!!!

Quick Update

I just realized that I haven't posted anything for over a month.  I suck at this.  Here is a quick update of what has happened in the past little while.

• My brothers and I were sealed to our parents for time and all eternity.  Super cool.
• Emma got fixed :(
• I went to Vegas for the Snowsports Industries Convention and met with rad people... P.S. Buy stuff from this website. Milli Ride Shop.
• I went snowboarding a lot and got these awesome boots.  Yes, they are black and gold faux snake skin.
  

• I went on a cruise with the mother figure to Cozumel, Mexico.
• I bought a Wii and have become quite addicted to Rock Band.

And that's about it.  I'll try and blog about each in more detail later.

Family

Our family went to Temple Square to take some photos last week.  We have a bit of a temple theme going on lately, so we thought it was appropriate to get our pictures taken here.