Sunday, March 28, 2010

A little bit of knitting

Well, I learned how to knit last year and it has become such a joy in my life.
I wonder sometimes if the lady who taught me how realizes what joy she gave me.
I've knitted several different things, and I'm trying to venture out away from just doing scarves.
I usually laugh and tell my hubby that it is cheap therapy.


Here is a cocoon that I knitted...
A lot of photographers use this to put the baby in.
I think it is adorable....I've asked the photographer that I gave it to, to send me a picture of a baby in it...so I'll update when she does....Hint..hint...hint..
Here's another cocoon that I sent to her.
this has that earthy, organic look...
I'll update when i get a picture with the baby inside...
Here it is finished....

Here are some adorable baby booties that I knitted and then felted.
This was fun to do and loved the way it turned out.
I made another pair of these in black and red for a girl at church who had a baby..they are crazy over the Georgia Bulldogs...they turned out adorable also...don't know where the picture of that is right now.

This is a pom-pom scarf that I made for a little girl.
I've made several of these. They are so light and warm.
These work up so quickly that I've made them for several gifts.
I made one for myself and wear it all of the time.


This is a neat little scarf that I made for Lucas and another for a little boy that's a friend of ours.
It's a nice scarf because I made a hole in the middle of it so you can slide the scarf through and it holds it. You don't have to tie it or loop it to get it to stay on. It's great for active boys. It is very soft and the colors are great: chocolate, creme and light blue.

This is a scarf that I made for Lucas...the colors are great! Lime green and teal.
However, he doesn't want to wear it.
So I think I'm going to sale this online, just haven't made time to list it.


Here is one of the pom-poms scarves in pink....this is the one I made for myself.
I LOVE it!!


I made this one for a friend in Florida. The colors are gorgeous and springy...bright colors that go with anything.

This one of the pom-pom scarves that I made for my mother at Chrismtas time...I love the look of this one...and have the yarn to make for myself one day!

Here's me knitting with the pom-pom yarn...
Fun...fun...fun....


Okay.....here is my first hat. And I LOVE IT!!!!
I had been wanting to make this hat that I saw online. I told Danny that I was wanting to make it so bady but didn't have the yarn....so last week, he said drop me off at the farm and go to town to the yarn store...well, you don't tell a knitter that and her turn that offer down!!
So off I went....to the yarn store in Blairsville. I love that store!
Well, I picked out 4 beautiful wool yarns: creme, chocolate, teal and green.
Oh, it turned out gorgeous!!
I love the look of it...it is also used for photographers a lot.

Well, I couldn't stand it....I had to make that hat...I couldn't sleep...I couldn't clean house...it HAD to be made....
So that night, I put the kids to bed and off to my bed I went to KNIT.....
By the next morning....I made the pom-pom for the end....stitched it on...and whal-la....
Here it is....and I'm so proud of it...
Now I want to put it on a baby and take pictures!!!
When I can, I'll update my blog with a picture of my hat on a baby....fun..fun...fun...

I had really wanted to do all natural colors: creme, tan, carmel and chocolate...however, they didn't have 4 colors like that I can use. So I chose the best colors that I saw. They also had pink yarn...I think I can go back and use these colors but change out the teal for pink and it will be a girly hat...
Oh, how I love to knit!!!

1 comment:

The Birketts said...

Okay... so I'm gonna need 2 of those hats!!!!!! I searched everywhere online for a hat when Jake was being born for the photographer to use... but... when it came... he looked like a girl in it... so no go. But those are soooo cute. The pink sounds like it would be cute too. I would love to buy them for Jake and Megan for this winter. I can't knit... You are amazing... What talent! Miss hearing from you!

Trying to stay updated

Okay, I am going to try and keep this updated this time. I would love to keep the family that lives far away updated with what is going on in our lives. We stay so busy and the kids are growing up so fast, so I hope that this will help stay updated with us. Please let me know if you continue to monitor this so that I know my efforts are worth it. It takes a lot of time but I know it is worth it.
We miss you guys so much!
We Love you all.

Our Family

Well, a day in the life of the Mejia's, is never a dull moment. Danny works very hard for our family as an RN in a children's hospital in critical care. In his spare time he has taken up a love for woodworking. He has made us a wonderful bench for our dining room table and some stools for the kids. Holly tries very hard to balance between family life, working from home as an embroider/sewer, being a teacher now to Lily, and a friend to some amazing people we have met here in the mountains. Lily is now 5 years old and has wanted to be homeschooled for a long time. We finally made that decision to do that and she is doing amazing. Lucas is now 3 years old and is full of energy! He never stops going. He is very smart and also has a big temper. But the next minute he is saying, "Mom, I love you...you are my favorite Princess." Of course, I melt. Ty is now 16 years old...watch out and stay off the road if you are anywhere near Gainesville! He doesn't take much time to stay in touch with us these days. That makes the whole family really sad but all we can do is pray EVERYDAY for him. We love and miss him terribly.
As for now, that completes the Mejia family. Occasionally, I want to add a furry friend (dog), but for now...we just don't have the time or energy.

May God bless your life as he has so richfully blessed our family.

We have survived the Summer (2008)

Well, we did it. We survived this summer. It was a very busy one for us. Gustavo and the boys came to visit. We had Vacation Bible school for a week. It was my first year teaching--2 & 3 year olds. Boy, that was challenging. We went to Enota campground and visited with Uncle Rob and Aunt Lyn with Elena. That was a super experience. Then the 4th of July celebrations in town and at church. Then the company just kept rolling in. The kids enjoyed having all the company. Riley and Peyton came for 9 days. It was packed full of fun. We went to the Georgia mountain fair--which we enjoy every year. Grandma took the girls horseback riding. Then Rhonda brought Nana Inez and Taren and Dolph came and we had such a good time. After they left, Mila, Xavier, Jorge, Mila's parents and Ty came for a week. Those teenagers keep you busy! Lily and Lucas really enjoyed seeing Ty. They miss him so much. Now, school has started back. Lily started Kindergarten. So far, she likes it pretty good. Lucas will start a pre-school for 2 mornings a week.
Thanks for visiting our blog. Check back often, because I try to keep it updated...however, I still have a lot to do since I've been so busy this summer.
We don't know if we have tomorrow, so tell the people you love...that you love them....
Have a great day...and be Blessed!
In His name,
The Mejia's

This Summer (2008)

Hey everyone,

This summer seems to be flying by. We have stayed so busy! We have had company, survived Vacation Bible School, and now this week getting ready for Lily's Birthday party for this weekend. After her party we have Nana Elizabeth and Sam coming for a few days. After that we have Riley and Peyton coming while the fair is here. We have a lot planned and are real excited about the next couple of weeks. We miss everyone back in Florida but are so excited to be here in the Georgia Mountains!
Until next time, Find refuge in Him!
Love,
The Mejia's

Summer 2008 Slideshow