It's been too long since I last joined in Ginny's Yarn Along. Spring is coming and, for us, that means planning this year's garden and contemplating new homestead projects. I'd really like to scale down our garden this year--having a new baby and all--but the hubby (already burning up with spring fever) wants to go bigger. I'm not sure if I'll be able to keep up with the demands of a large garden once summertime rolls around. I know we'll plant more fruit trees and build a raised bed for strawberries and maybe get some baby chicks. Those projects plus our usual vegetable garden--tomatoes, squash,cucumbers,ect.--is about all I'm willing to take on for now. We'll see. In expectation of all the upcoming outdoor work, I made myself a Moby Wrap (using this tutorial) so the baby can join in the fun.
It's really has come in handy too, especially around suppertime when Molly is wide awake and doesn't want sit in her bouncy seat.
I finally picked up my copy of Little Crochet that has been on hold at the library for, oh, about two months. I loved it right away and quickly bought my own copy. I seriously want to make everything in this book! I've already finished the sweetest bonnet (I'll save that for another post) and now I'm working on the Soft Owl Pillow. My girls are eager for me to finish it and they constantly ask what row I'm on. Looks like I'll be making more than one.
I didn't use a Moby wrap, but when mine were little, they practically *lived* in slings and mei-teis. Baby-wearing is such a gift - it gives you back your hands!
Posted by: Jessica Snell | February 22, 2012 at 12:51 PM
I agree...Its so liberating! :)
Posted by: Heather | February 22, 2012 at 01:12 PM
I totally agree with Jessica's comment! You can still have your baby and somewhat of a productive time too!
Posted by: Kelly @twyste | February 22, 2012 at 03:45 PM
I love carrying babies! I take care of my nephew during the week and get to stick him in the mei tai everyday for walks, I love it :)
I like the colors of your pillow!
Posted by: Casey | February 22, 2012 at 08:12 PM
I cant wait for the weather to get warmer and I can carry Molly on walks with me. Ive got to work off my baby weight ; )
Posted by: Heather | February 22, 2012 at 08:45 PM
The owl looks like a fun project - love the colours you are working with.
Enjoy making more than one.
Posted by: mistea | February 23, 2012 at 05:24 AM
I made that owl pillow as a gift for a friend's daughter and my girls were beyond mad that it didn't stay in our house! Looks like you did a color switch as well. I'm eager to see your finished pillows!
Posted by: heather | February 24, 2012 at 11:24 AM
I have Little Crochet and totally love it! I am always in my Moby with my little one, it especially helps since I have a 2 year old too! What a relief to be hands free LOL
Posted by: veronica | February 26, 2012 at 05:58 PM