Did I finally finish something? Yes, I did. Was the yarn yummy and the pattern fun? Absolutely. Have I been watching WAY too many episodes of Real.Housewives.of.New.Jersey? You bet! Is it just me or does anyone else just love these ladies and their habit of asking and answering their own questions as much as I do? I just cannot get enough--until Jim comes in, sighs loudly, and says, "Why must you torture me?" I just quote the show right back to him, "Happy wife, happy life!" He shakes his head and leaves the room.
In the midst of all the house stuff, I managed to knit this fun, little Cinnamon Grace scarf/shawl.
It is somewhat reminiscent of the Just Enough Ruffles scarf, but it was so much more fun to make. The lace edging was one I had never done before, and the picot cast off gave it a very delicate look with just a bit of effort. Had it not been for the cast off, I could probably have gotten away with only three skeins of yarn. But I think it was worth it because it really adds that extra something. Just ask Maggie....
Thank you all for the encouraging comments regarding the house. One week later, things seem a bit brighter and less overwhelming. We are a long way from being done, but at least now I can almost envision the possibilities.
Sassy Miss cracked me up last week with this picture, so I figured I would share.
Would I wear them? Probably not. Are they a bit over the top? Sure. Are they absolutely adorable on her? Without a doubt!
"Let me tell you somethin'. Our family is thick as thieves!"
Maggie looks so cozy in that! Look at that cute face! Coochicoo
Posted by: yarnsnob | 13 July 2009 at 04:36 AM
love the scarf...the needles are clicking again...those shoes-cuuute!!!...G-adarable as ever!
Posted by: theresa/t does wool | 13 July 2009 at 05:57 AM
Oh those shoes...if only they were in red, they'd be perfect! (for me, I mean!!)
Maggie looks so cozy and warm, bet she's so glad you made HER that lovely scarf!!
We don't watch Real Housewives but see the ads...yesterday husby asked me if I'd go on Real Housewives of Sydney. I told him we weren't rich enough!!!
Posted by: Rose Red | 13 July 2009 at 06:28 AM
OMG! I LOOOOOOOOOVEEEEEE that show! It's the best of 'em! I could talk about it all day. Too, too awesome. I just finished up the last bit of it I had last night (some extra footage of the dinner fight) and am so bummed it's all gone. All gone! So glad to hear from you, though! I missed you. OK. Off to check out that cool scarf of yours again.
Posted by: madmad | 13 July 2009 at 06:43 AM
Will I watch that show on re-runs? Absolutely I will. Is that one very beautiful scarf on one cute dog? Most definitely it is. Do pictures of g make me smile everytime? Without a doubt, yes.
Posted by: mary | 13 July 2009 at 07:57 AM
Yummmeeee knitting! Maggie is too precious, and she even POSED! And Dorothy has nothing on G with her magic slippers.
Posted by: NutmegOwl | 13 July 2009 at 09:48 AM
I've never seen the show, but it sounds awesome! I've got my own brainless tv guilty pleasures, and get the exact reaction from DH. Happy wife, happy life—gotta remember that one.
Glad to hear that the house situation is easier, that the beautiful knitting continues, and that G is rocking the pink sparkly shoes (she can definitely pull them off!)
Posted by: nicole | 13 July 2009 at 01:38 PM
oh my god, that scarf on the dog is a riot! i wish i could come over and help you paint and stuff! my kind of party!
Posted by: kaite | 13 July 2009 at 01:52 PM
ok, I'm happy now: dogs, Gianna and knitting all in one post. Keep 'em coming.....
Posted by: seashoreknits | 13 July 2009 at 08:29 PM
finishing a knit like that? amongst everything else you have been doing?!!! totally impressed!!!
and where in the world have i been? (um. the pool. till way too late every night. falling into bed every night. but who asked?) i have not seen that SHOW!!! NOT ONCE! (or heard of it!) yes.... i will most certainly be looking for it!
kisses to gianna!!!
Posted by: leslie | 13 July 2009 at 09:11 PM
I don't know who is the cutest Maggie or Baby G! ;)
Here here to F.O.s!! :)
Posted by: Stacey _CrimsonPurl | 13 July 2009 at 09:21 PM
I love that show! The shoes are adorable. You know Gianna needs a matching headband and handbag like the little girls on the show.
The last photo of Gianna is priceless."...thick as thieves!"
LOL
Posted by: M C | 14 July 2009 at 02:56 AM
oh goodness me she's growing up! Sigh.
That is one pretty scarf. Love it.
Posted by: bells | 14 July 2009 at 06:08 AM
Love your Cinnamon Grace, and those shoes are too much! My Little M may need some...
Posted by: ali | 14 July 2009 at 10:55 PM
Did you make a great scarf? Yes you did! Nice pattern, not seen that before - another for The List
Posted by: Sarah | 15 July 2009 at 07:42 AM
So much cuteness and adorableness in this post!
Posted by: tiennie | 15 July 2009 at 08:14 PM
Beautiful scarf - love the edging. Very cute shoes - and Maggie is adorable!
Posted by: Jeanne | 16 July 2009 at 08:15 PM
We don't get that show around here but I love that line and can't wait to use it... Happy wife, happy life. Touche!
Posted by: Renee | 16 July 2009 at 11:13 PM
What a gorgeous scarf Kim and those little shoes!!!
Posted by: Linda | 18 July 2009 at 08:45 AM
I saw tiny pink Nikes today and instantly thought: Gianna!!!
Posted by: Nora | 21 July 2009 at 07:16 AM
Lovely ruffles! And doggie...and baby...as always. :)
Posted by: AJ | 22 July 2009 at 01:35 AM