Snow in the Big Easy #2

NO_snow2_20081211
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Here's another pic!

20081211 - Snow in The Big Easy

20081211 - House in New Orleans - Snow
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The most snow I've ever seen in New Orleans! Maybe flurries, but not actual snow. My house is in East New Orleans and this was taken today by my neighbor. There is actually enough to make a snow ball.

I called my brother, Terry in Folsom, LA and they have 6 inches of snow! No electric, trees are snapping and it is cold! Good luck finding a snow shovel at Walmart or Home Depot in LA. Not to mention people who live in Louisiana have no idea how to drive in the snow.

Daniel's Sushi Scarf

Daniel's Sushi Scarf
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I finally took pics of the Sushi Roll Scarf. Tonight is Daniel's B-day, so I'm gonna give it to him. Does it look like a sushi roll? We'll see what the professional says!

K & J - Crochet Letter Pillows

This is one of my recent projects. I just finished the "J" tonight. The letter pillows are for 2 very special people. The "K" is for my godchild/niece, Kasha. The "J" is for my godchild/nephew, Jordan. Apparently, the alphabet is very popular with high school kids these days. I made them in cotton, so they would be snugly. I'm hoping to give it to them this weekend.

Fish in my garden

Fish in the garden
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I love my garden fish. Isn't it cute. It looks great by my purple flowers.

Shrimp and Fruit Coconut Curry

Shrimp and Fruit Coconut Curry
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I went to Thai Classic on Clark near Roscoe Street tonight. This was a wonderful dinner. We were able to have Rambutan, Lechee, Longon and Mangosteen fresh. Normally these fruits are only available frozen or canned.
Hungry Hound Story about Thai Fruits in Chicago
What an experience... It was so good on Sunday, I had to bring my Mom, Luchia and Dawn Sue today.
I better use the Wii fit for an hour tomorrow!

Make it yours, Pocket Pal II

Make it yours II
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I finished the 2nd blanket finally. I think I will take a break with blankets for awhile. I need some instant gratification. Maybe the fat baby will be next or should it be the sushi scarf.

Ruth riding a "?"

Ruth riding a?
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I found this video in my phone and I thought I should share.
I don't actually remember what she is riding, but it was really funny. Especially when she realized I video taped it.

Finished - Make it yours Pocket Pals Blanket

Bear & Blanket
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Happy Mother's Day!

I finished the Pocket Pals blanket and added the great Cubby Bear that George (Hubby) picked up for me. The blanket was very easy, but very time consuming. Since the pattern is all single & half double crochet, it took a long time. The pocket is all single crochet.
I finished the blanket earlier today, then came the pocket sewing. But, I think I did a pretty good job.
Today was a very busy day, I made Mother's Day lunch for my Mom, Uncle Mike, Momica (Mother-In-Law), and Tati (Father-In-Law).

You wanted to know, right!

Fish, Beautiful Fish

Fish, Beautiful Fish
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O' I just love them. They are from Neiman Marcus' 2007 Christmas. I found hangers for them today at the Michael's, on sale. They even look like they are kissing. I shall put them near my Lalique Crystal fish from last year. When I make a million dollars, I plan on buying the Lalique Aquarium with a bunch of crystal fish. Of course, that will sit next to my room size saltwater aquarium.

Make it yours pocket pals blanket

Make it yours pocket pals blanket
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OK, I'm getting back to my blanket project, since I finished my String Bag for JPB.

This blanket is for a friend's son. I decided to do it in Cubs colors (Red, White and Royal Blue) and there will be a pocket for a Cubby Bear. Most of the pattern is single crochet and half double. I try to do it for at least 1 hour at night, but I haven't gotten as far as I would have liked.

The ergo hook is helping so I should get it done sometime next week. Stay Tuned for updates!

Finished String Bag

Finished String Bag
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O' I finally finished! I ended up buying a new set of hooks so I could finish. My hand was actually going completely numb. I think it had a lot to do with the hook I was using. The new hook worked really well. I was able to purchase them at Walmart.

Provocraft Ergonomic Handles and Crochet Hooks.

String Market Bag

String Market Bag
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I started this project in between the Make it your blanket. It needs to be done by Thursday. Since I've been so crazy at work this week, I haven't been able to work on it at night.

Now mind is ready to work on it but my hand is not cooperating. Every round my hand decides that it wants a break. This especially stinks, because I would like to get it finished this weekend.

Well, I guess I will see how my progress goes. Although I am at my best when under a deadline.

Baby Bib

Baby Bib
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OK, So I finally finished the baby bib. Had a bit of trouble with the pattern, starting on the opposite side of the neck. I used common sense to finish and it turned out good. I still need more experience with this pattern thing. I'm starting a blanket today for a little boy. We'll see how my next project goes. I'm not adventurous enough to start something with sizing yet!

Ravelry

Thanks to Ruth, I have the Crochet fever! I am finishing a blanket for my Mom and will be starting on a baby blanket. I should get off to a good start, since I am now on vacation for 2 Weeks. I'm still having trouble reading patterns, but I hope with practice, I'll get better.