CAL @ 1dogwoof

Last month I came across a CAL @ http://www.1dogwoof.com. I thought it might be fun to learn a bit more about crochet and play along. I'd like to thank CW and her guests for taking time to share some tips about crochet. I learned alot and my Into the Blue Infinity Cowl turned out great, atleast I think it did. The whole process was fun and I look forward to playing along again.

 

 

 

 

 

Thanks for stopping by,

Susi

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Winter Blues...

In an effort to fight off the Winter Blues I've been trying to keep myself busy. I've been clearing out my 2012 files to make room new paperwork., purging craft/scrapbook items and teaching myself to crochet in the round. I found a tutorial here, a pattern for a preemie hat here  and another for a baby beanie here. I also headed over to you tube for some help. I'm still having some issues with the flower on the pink beanie, working in the back is confusing but I'm almost there, just a couple of joining issues. I'd like to make a few to donate to a local hospital but first I need to figure out what yarn would be best for the precious little ones. So if you have any suggestions, please share and TIA.

xo,
Susi

Project Life...

I'm trying this again for the last time. Even though I have the Cherry Edition (that I do not really like) but it was the only one available from...ummm forever ago. I thought that maybe something new would give me the nudge I need to get this going. So I ordered the Clementine Edition and love it. I also picked up a Canon Selphy to print pictures from my phone. So.......we'll see how it goes. Here is the front page...I still need to add a picture of the husband, the dog and myself. I'll share more once I get it going...promise!

 

 

 

xo,

Susi

Four New Things 2012...

Nothing to spectacular but I still have a list.
1.  We purchased a Sleep Number Bed. I love it, him not so much. I'm guessing we may not keep it long.
2. I've been using homemade cleaners most of the time. I like them but it is a pain to mix them when I'm in a rush and I sometimes use other things I have on hand.
3. I made a complete album for a friend, all she has to do is add pictures and journaling.  I've never made one for myself.
4. My sister and I visited an Ikea store for the first time and I so wish we had one here in Indy.

And I'm adding this one last thing. : )
5. I started doing Callanetics again, love, love. Still going strong.

xo,
Susi

Wishing You All A...

Over Two Months...

Since I've updated. My how time flies. Its been a bit busy around here. Still remodeling, 3 rooms completed and now we are on hold due to the Holidays. Still doing Callanetics, can you believe I've kept this up for 10 weeks which by the way is only equal to 10 hours of these exercises. Sounds bad but they are not easy and yet I still enjoy doing them, maybe I should have been a ballerina....just kidding. I divided the hour up into 4 parts (which the book suggest for beginners) and I have been doing 1 part 4 times a week. This takes me anywhere from 30 minutes to 1 hour each time, therefore I've really completed 30 to 40 hours of exercise. The books says "10 Years Younger in 10 Hours". Its working folks, I can't say that I look or feel 10 years younger but I do feel better and compliments from the husband are very helpful. : ) Now that I've completed the 10 Hour Plan, I'll move on to the 15 Minute Maintenance Plan. I'll see how it goes and if I'm not happy with the results I'll switch back to the 10 Hour Plan after the Holidays. OK! enough about my exercising but as you can see I'm pretty happy with myself for sticking with the plan.
Thanksgiving was spent with a few family members, it was awesome having them over, its been way to long since we've all been together.
Other news, I am now working 4 days a week instead of 5 and loving it. Its amazing how much I can get done with one extra day at home. It makes for some real nice weekends. We are training a new girl at work as I am preparing for retirement in 19 short months. After the first of the year I may only be working 3 days a week, more spare time, what shall I do? : )
The husband and I went shopping today for a few more Christmas decorations and can you believe that the stores are already breaking down their Christmas displays...seems a bit early to me. We did settle for a couple of items but not the ones we were shopping for. : (
Next weekend I'm having the girls in the family over for a Christmas get together. We always do a craft together, this year we will be making fabric flowers. My daughter and I have 3 different types in mind and we are thinking that each girl can make a couple to take home. We'll be having some snacks, some laughs and of course I'll be wearing my Christmas shoes, just for you Charlie. : )
How's your Christmas shopping going? What's on you list this year? Me, I'm a little over half done with my shopping and hope to finish up on Friday while enjoying my day off. : )  My list includes some new perfume (Chanel No.5, its his fault), a gold chain necklace, new cookware and a couple of surprises. You'd better get busy people, 23 more Days til Christmas!!!

P.S. If you are a Rod Stewart fan. Run...don't walk to the store and pick up his new Christmas CD Merry Christmas, Baby. I LOVE it and have listened to it every single day since Thanksgiving! I believe you will too!

xo,
Susi

A Few Things I've Learned This Week...

1. Callanetics is not as easy as it seemed 20+ years ago.
2. I am very much out of shape.
3. One thing a nurse should never, ever say to a patient is "you will be put under with propofol, the same stuff that killed Michael Jackson." She went on to say "if the drug is used right it is a very good drug." Thank you nurse Angie, you'll be lucky if I show up next month.
4. Remodeling is a pain in the......well you know. It is impossible to keep the house clean.
5. Some people need to learn the difference in borrowing and giving!
6. I have way to many crafty items. I may need an intervention. : ) No really!!!
7. If you put a penny into a vase of cut tulips they will stand up straight and not be droopy. I have not tried this but I hear it is true. I'll give it a try next Spring.
8. I should try to make more of the things that I pin. Isn't that the whole point of pinning anyway. If you do not pin.....maybe you'd better not start....it is addicting.
9. I should upload pictures from my phone atleast monthly.  My phone is 22 months old and I have over 3000 pic on it at this time. Tonight's the night! 
10. I know that in about one hour I will be drinking a wine cooler or some.

Have A Great Weekend,
Love & Hugs,
Susi