Sunday, May 4, 2008

Just Relaxing Today For A Change

I finally got some personal issues taken care of that were really stressing me out. I took today to relax and enjoy myself. I got pretty much caught up on my emails and groups and actually got some knitting time in...YAY!!

I started this bag a few days ago and I'm on the last part of the top...almost finished. I think I like this one even better than the Everlasting Bagstopper. I had some issues with the top so I will most likely be making a few changes on the next one. It has only taken 2 small balls of cotton to do this bag...I really thought it would take more. This one is Mary's Summer Bag from Knit Picks . It's also a pretty quick knit once you get the bottom done and start on the sides.
Not sure yet how I'll modify the top but I'll work it out. I used Sugar & Cream in Sea Mist and a matching blue *not sure of the name*.

This little guy I knit today. This is Bubbles With Fins and he's a design by Susan Mrenna. His fins are an addition done by Alli. I think these two awesome designers made a great team with this little fella. He's cute with or without fins. He was knitted with Sugar & Cream in Beach Ball Blue. I'm going to make some for my kids to use as coasters....that's my plan, doesn't mean they'll ever actually use them. ;p

Cat is having a contest. She needs some help/suggestions/advice on getting organized. Hop over and check it out and see if you have any ideas that might help her out. Tell her I sent ya. Knowing Cat...the prize will be awesome...she's good like that!

Hugs!

5 comments:

Briley said...

Okay, I know you don't want to hear this, but.... With all these beach bags you are making right now I think I will point out that crocheted bags would really work up much more quickly. I know you can do it!

hakucho said...

Your bag is so pretty...makes a great summer bag.

Love your fish...too cute :)

happy knitting :)

Malgosia (PastelMaiden) said...

Hi Mel, and welcome again, my Sweet Friend! As the instigator of Bubbles-Mania, I love seeing your creation. Looks great, and the colors are fantastic, reminiscent of water and "life in the deep"!
Hope all is well with you and yours, Mel.
Love, Malgosia

magnoliasntea said...

Glad you're getting some rest and knitting time, too. The bag is so cute! I love the colors you used!
Thanks for the link, also. :)

Bubbles is adorable in Beach Ball Blue!

Anonymous said...

Oh you are such a sweetie {{{{Mel}}} I am so glad that stressful thing is done with. YEAH for back to RL. OMG I love Bubbles with Fins and the color is awesome.

Hugs!!!