30 While 30 Revealed

My 30th year began on December 25, 2014.  Some people have negative feelings about turning 30, not me.  I have taken it as an opportunity to set some goals for myself...with a little help from my hubby.  More info on these items can be found on Such Nice Work Episode 8 where we had a lengthy discussion about each item.

So, the first thing I would like to accomplish whilst 30 is to use the entirety of 30 skeins of yarn...with no leftovers.  I will update this list on probably a monthly basis and post it on the blog.

The second thing I would like to accomplish whilst 30 is a list of 30 things - five in each of 6 categories.  I will also update this list on probably a monthly basis and post it on the blog.

30 While 30

UFO's to Finish

1. Sewing Rainbows Log Cabin Quilt for my mom
2. Fingerless Mitts for me out of Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
3. Diamond Weave Throw Afghan for Hubby's Cousin
4. Jungle Rings Toy
5. Happy Birthday Banner

Things to Make for Me

1. Layering Tunic Vest
2. Leona by Drops Design
3. Lisa's Shawl
4. Rose City Mystery Crochet A Long Shawl
5. fingering weight hat

Things to Make for Others

1. Vortex Afghan for my nephew's high school graduation
2. Death Star pillow for my BIL's birthday
3. boxer's for my hubby
4. Advent Calendar for my kids
5. Lovey for #3

Things to Read

1. start The Wizard of Oz series
2. read and cull entire children's book collection
3. something by Maeve Binchey
4. something by Mercedes Lackey
5. a Star Trek novel

Things to Watch

1. Weeds
2. all the DVD's I own that are still in the plastic
3. the usual rotation I watched in high school
4. Chasing Shackleton
5. Season 1 of House of Cards

Things to Do on the Funny Farm

1. Paint the water filter cabinet
2. have 26 poetry teatimes
3. plant #3's apple tree
4. attend 5 craft shows
5. quarantine the craft items to the basement

Such Nice Work: Episode 8 A False Start...Now We're BOTH Old Farts

This week there isn't much to cover in show notes.  I will do a separate blog post soon about my 30 while 30.  So enjoy me and my hubby Steve who joined me for a birthday treat.  See you again next week.

Such Nice Work Episode 7: FOs, FOs, FOs! Merry Craftmas!

Such Nice Work: Episode 7 FOs, FOs, FOs! Merry Craftmas!

Welcome

If you're new nice to meet you.  If you're returning thanks a bunch for coming back.

What I'm Wearing

Fleece PJ pants originally made for husband...but now they're mine

"Festive" Earrings

Christmas Quilt from PJ pants scraps and old sheets

Squeaky Wheels

Old

Life: Get up with alarm by 7:15 kind of except kids were sick/teething 
Crafty: CA Christmas done to mail last things should go to post office today (12/16)

New

Life: General Cleaning - Sweep kitchen at least once a day, wipe down bathroom, work on picking up clutter
Crafty: Commissions done - Work on MY kids gifts

I'm Proud of Yous

Commission Reindeer/Horse
Red Heart Super Saver Buff Fleck
Hook Size G
Perfect Pony by Jennifer Down Under

Cowl for Sister #2

Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
Hook Size I
test crochet more info later.

Beard Hat for BIL #2
Red Heart SuperSaver Held double medium thyme and williamsburg and caffe latte beard
Hook size K
Mountain Man Beard Hat by Hand Me Down Hobby

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #1
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #3
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Visor Beanie for Nephew #4

Lion Brand Vanna's Choice in Patchwork Grey
Hook Size I and J
Visor Beanie by Suzanne Steiger

Max the Dog Headband for Sister #1

Red Heart SuperSaver in Cherry Red and Caffe Latte
Hook Size J and G
Headband from Emmental Headband by idea ivana 
Antler from my imagination

Grinch Hat for BIL#1

I Love This Chunky in Fern
Hook Size K
Mountain Man Beard Hat by Hand Me Down Hobby

Visor Beanie for Nephew #2

Red Heart SuperSaver in Black and Royal Blue
Hook Size I and J

Visor Beanie by Suzanne Steiger

Ladybug SuperHero Cape for Niece #2

Red Heart SuperSaver in Cherry Red and Black

Hook Size K

my pattern 

BumbleBee SuperHero Cape for Nephew #5

Red Heart SuperSaver in Bright Yellow and Black

Hook Size K

my pattern

 Will I Procrastinate/Prioritize

Commission SuperHero Cape and Mask
Red Heart SuperSaver Camo and Flame
Hook Size K
my pattern

Commisssion SuperHero Cape and Mask
Red Heart SuperSaver Berry Mix and Bright Pink
Hook Size K
my pattern  

Croc Socks for Mom
Premier Yarn Deborah Norville Serenity Chunky in Majesty and Red Heart SuperSaver in Light Grey Heather
Hook Size I
Clog Liners by Carol Ballard (PAID)

Slipper Boots for #2
Red Heart Super Saver in Mexicana
Hook Size I
Slipper Boots by Bernat Design Studio

Hubby's Headband Earcover formerly #2's NightCap

Red Heart Super Saver Medium Thyme
Hook Size I
Nasturtium by Caitlin Pensak

Giants 2014 Season Scarf for Uncle
Red Heart SuperSaver Black, Carrot, Light Grey, and Grey Heather
Hook Size J
Inspired by In a Sknit knitted Red Sox Scarf

Fingerless Mitts

Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
Hook Size H

Crocheted Mittens/ Fingerless Gloves (Women's) by Sue Norrad

Wrap with Slit

Red Heart Super Saver in Real Teal
Hook Size K
Wrap with Slit from Red Heart.com

Who Doesn't Love a Good NAP

Alligator for #1
Bird for #2
MoleRat for #3
Slipper Boots for #1
Slipper Boots for #3
"Grunk"

What I'm Reading

Anne of the Island by L.M. Montgomery
SparkleStories Martin and Sylvia's Advent Calendar

What I'm Watching

Top Chef: Boston
Star Trek: Next Generation
Today's Special
Eureka's Castle
Noozles

Podcasts

Shoutout From: JB's Fiber Podcast

5 Things on The Funny Farm

1. Love our dog Ezri...worried old owner might be back...but not
2. Won a TURKEY then left it in the trunk to thaw...accidentally
3. Set Up the tree so as not to be a bad mom
4. New Glasses/ Sunglasses
5. Maybe got into a big craft show for the summer

Say Goodbye Already

Thanks for watching See You Next Week.

Such Nice Work Episode 6: If Only I Crocheted Cinnamon Rolls

Such Nice Work: Episode 6 If Only I Crocheted Cinnamon Rolls

Welcome

If you're new nice to meet you.  If you're returning thanks a bunch for coming back.

What I'm Wearing

Purple Headband
Purple yarn from DEEP stash
I Hook

QUILT

Squeaky Wheels

Old

Life: Dressed to shoes
Crafty: Craft Show Saturday Dec. 6 in Marysville at Armory

New

Life: Get up with alarm by 7:15 
Crafty: CA Christmas done to mail

I'm Proud of Yous

Commission Reindeer/Horse
Red Heart Super Saver Buff Fleck
Hook Size G
Perfect Pony by Jennifer Down Under

Lacy Crochet Wrap

Lion Brand Homespun in Mimosa
Hook Size N
Lacy Crochet Wrap

Will I Procrastinate/Prioritize

Hubby's Headband Earcover formerly #2's NightCap

Red Heart Super Saver Medium Thyme
Hook Size I
Nasturtium by Caitlin Pensak

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #1
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #3
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Giants 2014 Season Scarf for Uncle
Red Heart SuperSaver Black, Carrot, Light Grey, and Grey Heather
Hook Size J
Inspired by In a Sknit knitted Red Sox Scarf

Fingerless Mitts for Sister #2

Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
Hook Size H

Crocheted Mittens/ Fingerless Gloves (Women's) by Sue Norrad

Grinch Hat for BIL#1

I Love This Chunky in Fern
Hook Size J

Visor Beanie for nephew #4

Lion Brand Vanna's Choice in Patchwork Grey
Hook Size I and J

Wrap with Slit

Red Heart Super Saver in Real Teal
Hook Size K
Wrap with Slit from Red Heart.com

Who Doesn't Love a Good NAP

SuperCape/Mask
SuperCape/Mask
Beard Hat for BIL #2
Visor Beanie for Nephews #2 
SuperSets for Niece #2 and Nephew #5

What I'm Reading

Anne of the Island by L.M. Montgomery
SparkleStories Martin and Sylvia's Advent Calendar

What I'm Watching

The Nut Job
Top Chef: Boston

Podcasts

Shoutout From: Sprite 966 - Helen Duffin on YouTube

5 Things on The Funny Farm

1. Thanksgiving ...happened
2. Craft Show
3. Fish and Nut Fry
4. Warm enough to not wear coats YAY!
5. Attempting to schedule life again - new organizational sheet

Say Goodbye Already

Thanks for watching See You Next Week.

Such Nice Work Episode 5: Yarn Barf Is Just Fun to Say

Such Nice Work: Episode 5 Yarn Barf Is Just Fun To Say

Welcome

If you're new nice to meet you.  If you're returning thanks a bunch for coming back.

What I'm Wearing

Spiderweb Happy Accident Headband
Red Heart Symphony from DEEP stash
Button Spiderweb Scarf by Tracie Barrett 

Squeaky Wheels

Old

Life : Deal with unpleasant emails and balance checkbook DONE
Crafty: Finish horse for Lighted Horse Parade donation/ List stuff on etsy and take things to consign DONE/ postponed until next weekend

New

Life: Dressed to shoes
Crafty: Craft Show Saturday Dec. 6 in Marysville at Armory

I'm Proud of Yous

Owl Mitts for Niece #1 - Foxes in Socks Handsalong KAL
Yarn Bee Andes Alpaca Sable
Hook Size G
Owl Mitts by Erika Ward 

Lighted Horse Parade Donation
Red Heart Super Saver Buff Fleck
Hook Size G
Perfect Pony by Jennifer Down Under

Spiderweb Happy Accident Headband
Red Heart Symphony from DEEP stash
Button Spiderweb Scarf by Tracie Barrett 

Test Crochet
Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
Hook Size K

Will I Procrastinate/Prioritize

Hubby's Headband Earcover formerly #2's NightCap

Red Heart Super Saver Medium Thyme
Hook Size I
Nasturtium by Caitlin Pensak

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #1
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Waterpolo Helmet for Nephew #3
Red Heart Super Saver Cherry Red and White
Hook Size K

Based on Aviator Hat by Crochet Hooks (paid) and my own imagination

Giants 2014 Season Scarf for Uncle
Red Heart SuperSaver Black, Carrot, Light Grey, and Grey Heather
Hook Size J
Inspired by In a Sknit knitted Red Sox Scarf

Fingerless Mitts for Sister #2

Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed
Hook Size H

Crocheted Mittens/ Fingerless Gloves (Women's) by Sue Norrad

Who Doesn't Love a Good NAP

Pony
SuperCape/Mask
SuperCape/Mask
Grinch Hat for BIL #1
Beard Hat for BIL #2
Visor Beanie for Nephews #2 and #4
SuperSets for Niece #2 and Nephew #5

Hoarding a Mountain of Good Intentions

I Love This Chunky in Fern
Vanna's Choice in Patchwork Grey x 2
Premier Yarns Deborah Norville Collections Serenity Chunky Weight in Majesty
Lion Brand Heartland Tweed in Black Canyon Tweed

What I'm Reading

Anne of the Island by L.M. MontgomerySparkleStories Martin and Sylvia's Advent Calendar

What I'm Watching

Free Birds
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh - like the books
Netflix with the kids
The Adventures of Chuck and Friends
Clifford the Big Red Dog/ Clifford Pup Days
Curious George

Podcasts

Shoutout From: Sprite 966 - Helen Duffin on YouTube
New things I watched: JB's Fiber Podcast, Two Tangled Skeins

5 Things on The Funny Farm

1. Thanksgiving ...postponed
2. Horse Parade
3. Canned more apples - 13 quarts of chunks, 7 quarts of sauce
4. Talked to Tae Kwon Do instructor - starting in January
5. Trying to feel "Holly Jolly" with Christmas tunes - "Mistletoe" by Cobbie Calliat

Say Goodbye Already

Thanks for watching See You Next Week.