Even though baby season is pretty unofficial, if there was a start date for the year 2008 it would begin today. One of my good friends is about ready to pop, with two more followed closely behind. Then it’s my turn, and then about a dozen other’s thrown in as well. I really do count myself so fortunate to be going through such a long and often uncomfortable process with so many that I love, but the hospital staff is going to get so used to seeing all of us as we visit each other and spend a few days recuperating ourselves.
It’s been a little difficult preparing for the gift-aspect of the baby infestation that’s about to happen, esp. since my craft space is not completely unpacked yet. But I did rummage through my supplies quickly enough to whip up a few things. A few of us threw a small shower for Kelly, who is hopefully going to welcome Bennett into the world this week *crossing and double-crossing everything* and I got to show off some new crochet skills.
When I found this pattern I fell in love with them, however like most of my bootie-making experiences, they first came out like boats as apposed to baby shoes. So once I reworked it a little, they turned out great and I can’t wait to make a pair for Max.
I also stamped a onesie since they’re always cute and easy gifts to give. I’ll probably do a quick tutorial on them in a few weeks since I have quite a few more to crank out. I love the colors of this one - boyish and fun.
Last week Tim had a bike-thing he had to go to so for five days it was just me and Conner while daddy flew out to California. I was expecting the week to be long, but I wasn’t expecting to have so much fun with Conner. He certainly got to rule the roost and call the shots - well, as far as having fun and the activities were concerned. Even tho we didn’t do anything special or new, not having Tim there helped us break out of our routine and I feel like we reconnected. And the fact that we will be welcoming another little one soon, it was nice to have a few days with my baby to soak up and enjoy before our world is shaken up a bit.
Heather Glerum says:
Hey Candace,
As usual I love the adorable crafty pics you always share!! I am dying to see more of your new house though. Like maybe one of Conner’s room?? (grin) Was it just me, or does the second pregnancy just knock ya on your butt? I think I slept the majority of the time with my second. Well… Have a wonderful week!!
April 21st, 2008 at 8:16 am
bee says:
Oh no! It’s started already! I’m not ready!
I love love love the booties & the onesie. You are so talented!
April 21st, 2008 at 9:22 am
Elizabeth says:
Great gifts, Candace!
April 21st, 2008 at 10:42 am
pinkmommy says:
I LOVE both of them, and would love to see how you stamped the onesie!
April 21st, 2008 at 1:23 pm
oh amanda says:
Adorable as usual! I love that you are all preggo together (and us, too!) One of my bff’s is due in Sept, too!
April 21st, 2008 at 2:31 pm
AmyG says:
I’ve commented on your booties at the crochet board, but the onsie is adorable as well!
April 21st, 2008 at 4:15 pm
Filtering Life says:
Loving the booties. They are sitting on a special shelf in all their glory. I can’t wait to see them on his little/big feet! Thank you so much for all the great gifts…you are SOOO talented!
April 21st, 2008 at 6:10 pm
Emily says:
Those booties are so adorable! Can’t wait to see the stamped onesie tute.
April 22nd, 2008 at 3:43 am
Catherine says:
The onesie, among other things, is so adorable. I hope you have time to fill us all in on how to do that (I’d never think to do something like that w/o worrying about it all washing off the first time I laundered it!) Please Please share when you can!
Catherine
http://oldspillhouse.blogspot.com
May 21st, 2008 at 1:26 pm