Dreaming...

I started working on this shawl on our way to Memphis a few weeks ago because it would be a simple project and I it would give me something to add to my wardrobe. I wasn't a big fan of the project until I had it finished.  The finished project should have been 51 inches long but I ran out of yarn before I reached the desired length. I also wanted to put a small plain border on the three plain edges. After trying it on I have decided that I love the finished product and the length will do. Maybe I will get more yarn and add to it later... Maybe...

Can't wait to wear it with my sundresses

I put my shawl on my statue to show my husband and his comment was "You should display your work all over the house". I don't think I will ever be the type of person who hangs her afghans from the walls but for right now the shawl will be shown proudly on my statue. Not just because it is pretty but because it is making me dream of the day that I have my own craft room. Until that day... Welcome to

"Designs by Elysia" 

Try something crafty!!! You will be amazed at the way it will make you feel.  Have a great weekend!

Lili Girl

I am babysitting my niece, Lili, until Thursday afternoon. I knew we would have SO much fun but I did not realize I would be SO tired!! :) Oh to have as much energy as a 5 year old!!

Here are a few of my favorite moments:

Lili and I riding the carousel

Lili LOVED the water park.

Her main goal was to get as much water on me as she could.

This moment was brought to you by my husband... :)

YUMMY!!!!

The kid in George came out! He was so excited about riding the carousel with Lili.

 I hope you have as good of a week as we are having!

Zoey's Baby Blanket

 

I am finally finished with Zoey's baby blanket!! I have a few issues with the ribbon but my sister-in-law likes it so I won't complain. Her baby shower is in a week and I am very excited about giving this to her... even though it isn't a surprise. Oh well.. I have a few other goodies to add to it. ;) 

For my next work of art... :)

 

I am making a pineapple sidewalk shawl. Trust me, it will look fantastic! 

Happy Saturday to you and yours!

Lili's Chic Log Cabin Afghan

I LOVE seeing my projects I have made with the people I made them for. Today my sister-in-law sent me a picture of Lili with her afghan. I thought I would share it with you:

Isn't she the sweetest?! Happy Tuesday!!

Grannie Jackson

Yesterday, May 16th at 5:23 my husband's Grannie went to be with the Lord. We are sad but happy that she is at peace. In honor of Granny, I would like to share the chapter in Psalms that she loved so much!

Psalms 23

The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake.

Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointed my head with oil; My cup overflows.

Surely goodness and lovingkindness will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

We love you Granny! We will miss you!

Spring Fever

Spring has proven to be a busy season for George and I but I have still had a little bit of time to crochet!

My sister-in-law is due in July and I am making this baby blanket for her. I am not quite finished with this project yet but I will keep you updated!

Linda Permann is my favorite crochet designer! She just published 24 new designs for babies and toddlers and I couldn't wait to get my hands on this treasure! It is still a work in progress but here is my Hooded Capelet:

 This is the side view.

 This is so you can see the full view. When I am finished I will sew the top of the hood together and it will look more like the first pic.

I have three more inches to go!!!

I will post more pictures when I finish both projects but I thought you would like to see what I am up to right now... :) Have a great week!

All in a days work...

I am now a stay at home wife!! 

After looking at our budget my husband and I realized that we could save more money by me staying home. I have to say I was worried about it at first but I love being home! I get to spend more time with my husband but more importantly I have helped us save money.

When George and I first got married I didn't work for six months. I wanted to be the perfect new wife with my house cleaning skills and cooking skills. I tried cooking fancy meals and some worked and some meals ... well, lets just say they ended up in the trash. After having one to many meals end up in the trash I let George start cooking and I cleaned the dishes. I love his cooking! I became very spoiled very quickly. Now I am cooking again and I am very pleased at how well I am doing! I actually enjoy planning the meals and cooking.

George and I started using coupons last year but because both of us worked full time we didn't have the time it took to be successful. Now that I am at home I have taken the coupon book and I am trying to save us tons of money and get us tons of free stuff! So far I have done very well! On my last trip to the store my out of pocket cost was $80.00 and I saved $46.00! I am hoping to save more and spend less as time go by. This past Saturday we attended a coupon class and the first part was about the grocery store and we knew almost everything that they taught but it gave us great pointers in organization. The second part was about using coupons at drug stores. I do not need to go to the grocery store this week but I do have a list of a few things that I am going to CVS and Wal-greens for that will end up being free after coupons and store bucks! I can hardly wait!

You would think that I would have tons of crochet time now that I am a house wife but I haven't. Part of that is because I spend a lot of time getting stuff around the house done but I am hoping to eventually have more time to be crafty. I am currently working on a baby blanket for my sister in law who is having a little girl in July. It is going to be a cute blanket! I am also wanting to make other things like a scrap book and home made cards. I have looked at cards that people have made and they are so cute! George thinks it sounds silly to want to make cards but when he sees some of the cards that I have seen he will change his mind. I also look at Martha Stewart's website and see crafts that they post and I would like to try a few of her crafts... but time is the problem. One of these days... :)

That is about all that I have been up to. Now that I am at home more often I will try to be a better blogger.

Happy Tuesday everyone!