MERRY CHRISTMAS....

Merry Christmas from Snoopydog headquarters! I've been so so busy this term with never-ending assessment marking and recording and excessive lesson planning demands, that my blog has been sadly neglected and is feeling very sorry for itself. However, today is the day when there seems to be a slight lull in festivities, as everyone takes a short break to recoup their energy before the annual Boxing Day quiz at the local pub this evening.

What little I have had in the evenings and weekends has mainly been taken up with getting this little beauty under way and red hoodie knitting for Evie. The blanket is Attic 24's Hydrangea Blanket and I have to say, the very simple pattern and gorgeous soft colours have made for perfect wind down crochet after busy days.

This is the simple red hoodie made for Evie's fourth birthday. It just doesn't seem possible that this little munchkin is four years old already. It only seems like yesterday, that we were making a rushed and unexpectedly early, long journey to Manchester to meet this little sweetheart.

The hoodie pattern is by Debbie Bliss and always turns out well. I used Rowan's pure wool DK in a suitably festive red, as her birthday is on the 22nd of December.

December 1st  heralded the start of another December's worth of Opal mini-skeins. I love the anticipation of seeing what wonders lie behind the little door each morning. I have yet to decide what to make, but I suspect i may well go for a pair of granny square cushions, like the one featured above that was made alongside six socks with last year's yarns.

I managed to make this beautifully festive bunting a couple of weekends ago, using a ready cut kit, given to me by Josiekitten last Christmas. The fabric designs and colour combo are perfect, ensuring that the little flags make a perfect addition to the festive decorations.

All the children and grandchildren are home for Christmas and we have enjoyed relaxing dog walks and just being together, sharing good food and wine and most importantly, each other's company. Here's hoping you've enjoyed the festive also!

PLANET EARTH BLANKET .......DONE!

Well hello! I'm so sorry that it's been so long. I hadn't quite realised how quickly the weeks had slipped by until popping in just now to let you see my finished blanket. I've been pretty busy one way or another and time has just flown. But here I am, with a finished project at long last.

I have to say, I'm very much in love with this gorgeous blanket and love that the new owner will be little Isaac. It makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside to think of that beautiful little man snuggling up in the cosiness of his Planet Earth stripes. I'm so happy with my final colour choices, chosen to reflect as much of the natural world as possible, for my special little explorer.

I'm in love with the simplicity of the edging too! I'm not really a fan of elaborate crochet; it's the simple look for me!

 Within seconds of placing the blanket on the kitchen floor to attempt a 'whole blanket' shot, Oscar had made himself at home; quickly putting his head down and closing eyes, as if he had been there forever. Dear boy!

I just can't get enough of my colour combo!

Believe it or believe it not, I've also managed to begin another blank. This one will be for me, unless anyone claims desired ownership! It's Attic 24's Hydrangea Stripe Blanket. The colours are gorgeous and the pattern is simple, so it's perfect for mindless stitching after a long day!

Thank you so much for stopping by. I promise not to be gone too long this time! x