tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-317794582011-11-27T19:36:54.127-05:00Multi-tasking mom <br> Girl on the GO <br> Crazy about crafts, cooking and coupons!! <br> Always doing something...Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.comBlogger451100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-42472651487502676172011-08-27T12:49:00.004-04:002011-08-27T12:53:01.113-04:00

Wow! I have not blogged in 2 years! It's no wonder I have 1 follower, lol It's amusing to me, especially because of my blog's title, she never quits. I guess "she" quit blogging!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-82336419369500928322009-06-27T10:28:00.002-04:002009-06-27T10:32:43.890-04:00

I think I once knew all the moves, ha ha.Best selling album of all time....you will be missed, MJ!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-75740627190171827722009-06-25T23:02:00.013-04:002009-06-25T23:55:07.544-04:00

I got the urge to crochet today, and decided to make something for the Fourth of July. How about a nice afghan to cover up with and cuddle while we're watching fireworks? Sounds great, but I'd better get busy!Here's all I have so far:The square pattern is inspired by one of my favorite crochet pattern books,200 Crochet Blocks for Blankets, Throws, and Afghans: Crochet Squares to Mix and Match by

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-6038745510702393222009-06-24T21:04:00.003-04:002009-06-24T21:08:23.762-04:00

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-5762846191550244302009-06-23T20:53:00.001-04:002009-06-23T20:58:23.856-04:00

Head on over to Miss Modern and enter to win a free GIANT fortune cookie! YUM!30 Days of Giveaways: Day 10 ; Giant Fortune Cookies Review and Giveaway!Hurry, ends soon!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-45299691497146347212009-06-23T11:21:00.005-04:002009-06-23T11:31:18.043-04:00

Well, not enough to share with anyone, but I was able to pick the first pepper, cherry tomato, and a handful of green beans this morning! My little garden loves this hot and humid weather!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-82482820689408341562009-06-22T13:37:00.005-04:002009-06-22T13:55:19.241-04:00

WHY am I so excited?The Indiana weather has been hot and muggy so far this summer, with lots of rain and intermittent sunshine. Our garden was planted, according to tradition, on Mother's Day. Every year I always plant tomatoes, for slicing and salsa (Mr. Stripey), and for making spaghetti sauce (Romas). We usually plant a few varieties of peppers, too (green bell, red bell, hungarian wax and

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-74392069136620140462009-06-18T17:56:00.002-04:002009-06-18T18:11:32.814-04:00

So easy and so delicious!You'll need:3 lb and a 1 lb coffee canrock saltduct tapebag of ice1. Put the coffee cans in the freezer for about an hour to chill before you make the ice cream.You will be mixing ingredients in them, so they need to be cleaned very well.2. Mix all ingredients together for the flavor you choose (vanilla and chocolate are both great!) in the smaller coffee can. Put the

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-31566695648442998582009-05-26T11:26:00.000-04:002009-05-26T11:27:42.829-04:00

PetiteMommy is giving away $250 worth of gift cards plus F-Secure 2009 on www.ContestforMoms.com

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-80696070238293627032009-05-20T09:28:00.003-04:002009-06-23T11:10:31.854-04:00

For the last few days, I've been making another ball of plarn for a craft project. For those of you unfamiliar, plarn = plastic yarn, a/k/a yarn created from recycling plastic shopping bags. I love to crochet them and recycle them into something useful, such as purses or rugs. At the end of this week, I'll have 2 balls created: one in white, and the other in tan. The tan ball is 100 bags

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-24306373302322788462009-05-19T09:21:00.003-04:002009-06-23T11:11:08.619-04:00

I can't believe the boys only have 7 more days of school! Ah, to be a kid! I am excited for them. Summer vacation is just around the corner. Now I have to figure out how to keep them busy for the next 3 months!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-76455275145886589632009-05-10T14:57:00.002-04:002009-06-23T11:11:32.678-04:00

Happy Mother's Day!I wanted to share this, as one of my favorite emails. I know it's been around the block a few times, but I still find it hilarious, and appropriate for Mother's Day.Enjoy, L**********************This is for those mothers of boys, sisters of boys, and boys that have grown older. And anyone else who needs a laugh. Why boys need parents... And you also find out

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-21670739614747912202009-04-18T12:31:00.001-04:002009-05-18T15:58:09.995-04:00

Hi everybody, as you can see, I've been absent from my own blog for quite some time! I'm back, and hope to check in with you more often. I've been in home improvement mode lately. New photos coming soon.

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-87405763269484786212007-09-23T18:11:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:11:53.459-04:00

OK, here are the rules: Once tagged, you must link to the person who tagged you. Then post the rules before your list, and list 8 random things about yourself. At the end of the post, you must tag and link to 8 other people, visit their sites, and leave a comment letting them know they've been tagged.Here I go!Ummeyusef tagged me!8 random things about me:1. I hate bullies! Whether male or

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-43109529211903307672007-09-09T12:30:00.000-04:002007-09-09T12:45:58.005-04:00

I've got 2 more weeks of super-intensive "boot camp" training for school, so my crocheting has nearly slowed down to a screeching halt!! I am a weekend warrior for the time being, and so, unfortunately I probably will be a woman of few words here at my blog. Please forgive me, but if I have only a few minutes here and there to spare, you know I choose crocheting over blogging. I will be back the

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-73171544564695987092007-09-03T13:35:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:13:56.686-04:00

Here is a sneak preview of my "Totally 80's" striped handbag:And its coordinating, polka dot lining:The top edge is a reverse sc. I will post more photos after I've (gulp) sewed in the lining and zipper, and completed the strap. Don't hold your breath, as it may take me awhile. I'm NOT the best at using my sewing machine. If you can picture lots of cussing and ripping out seams, then you get

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-68191383669971537972007-09-03T13:12:00.001-04:002007-09-03T13:32:45.626-04:00

I finally got the recycled plarn tote done, and it is so chotchky.... I love it for the conversation piece it has become! This baby is durable, has a good stretch to it, and is able to hold everything, even a sweatshirt, water bottle, and yes, a couple of Nintendos ("Here Mom, hold this please"). I will be making others, and am envisioning one made with pink and blue potpourri wastebasket bags!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-83291459220758208502007-09-03T12:14:00.000-04:002007-09-03T13:34:18.876-04:00

Well, here's what I've done so far. Made 3 strips, and it kinda resembles the design in the pattern photo, so that's good, I guess. My gauge was WAY off on this...when the first strip was completed it was 10 feet long!!! I made the others 200 loops apiece and it is much more of a reasonable size.Here's a preview of the completed shawl, from the book I was telling you about:Close up of lace

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-48068819026126738912007-08-27T14:29:00.001-04:002007-09-03T13:34:18.876-04:00

I've joined yet another CAL at crochetville, to create something in hairpin lace. And here's a shot of it on my loom. I have absolutely no idea if I'm even doing this properly, but I was able to work up one strip of 300 loops (on each side), and pulled out some patterns I have.There is a lovely lace stole, called Woman's Stole, from the Bates Book 17600, Discover the Excitement of Hairpin

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-65578804543900722312007-08-27T13:24:00.000-04:002007-08-27T13:37:43.145-04:00

Saw this Star-ghan pattern recently on Crochetville, and I knew I'd have to make one for each of my sons. Got the pattern from Yarndiva, many thanks!I have enough colors of Caron Simply Soft in my stash to at least get started on the first. I'll make them different so they can tell them apart (no fighting!), and they will be in coordinating colors to match their comforters.Here's #1, 7 rounds

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-18222842484914229242007-08-27T12:18:00.001-04:002007-08-27T14:16:35.080-04:00

Here's the making of my plarn tote. It will be perfect as a beach tote or for trips to the library!Plarn= plastic yarn, created by recycling the umpteen million plastic shopping bags from the grocery and wally-world that you probably have stashed behind your fridge or under the sink.Not a new concept (it's been around a couple of years, and some lovely patterns have been published) but it's new

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-80286015775250203152007-08-27T11:36:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:14:26.176-04:00

I whipped this baby up in just a few hours. Here's my kitchen chair, modeling it:Close-up detail. I decided to use a baby weight yarn and smaller size hook instead of what the pattern called for. Used Bernat Baby in white and a size F hook. I also did some calculations and added 2 more shells to the beginning row.Here's one of me, making it, as photographed by my 7 yo son. Note the flower in

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-14402980050952238472007-08-27T11:33:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:13:38.735-04:00

My Fat Bottom Bag, that is!Wish I had a good photo to show you, as you can see, the ones I took don't do it justice. This handbag is the most functional I have ever made or even owned. It holds SOOOOOOOO much in it, and I'm not kidding!I will begin making my second Fat Bottom Bag (here on out, referred to as FBB), and will do a better job at taking photos after it's done. I need to make a

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-38940618022887729462007-08-20T20:29:00.000-04:002007-08-20T20:47:12.446-04:00

Wow! It's been 10 months since I last posted here! No doubt, I've been busy working FT and lots of crochet. I've gained a lot more crochet experience over the last year. It seems my hands are always hooking on at least one project at a time. I've made so many items, for myself, for gifts...I can't even recall them all to mention. Looking back over some of these posts, I can also tell you

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1161095388940992352006-10-17T10:28:00.000-04:002007-09-03T14:15:29.232-04:00

Went out of town over the weekend and didn't want to bring along my sweet sweater to finish. I'm at the point where I keep having to try it on to size it, and it's inconvenient to do when you have people all around you, ya know? It's better if I keep it as a late-night project. Besides, it's been bitter cold here the last week, and I've been bundled up in heavy sweatshirts and sweaters!I did

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160667459259247712006-10-12T00:31:00.000-04:002006-10-12T14:43:06.903-04:00

Had a lot of fun with the girls tonight at ourS 'n' B, although I didn't accomplish too much on my sweater. So I came home and worked on it after the kids went to bed and Mark fell asleep. As you can see, I had a little helper!I kept running into problems with the size once I did the sleeves, and it was just too big. So I modified to use 1 ch instead of 2 ch under the arms, and now it fits

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160525779742551952006-10-10T00:11:00.000-04:002006-10-10T20:16:19.743-04:00

Went to Hobby Lobby after work and picked up 3 more balls of Stuart. Hopefully that will be enough to finish my sweet sweater. I've crocheted it and ripped it out 2-3 times now, and am getting discouraged. I need to ask someone for help! Enough for tonight, I'm going to bed.

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160525450498870942006-10-09T19:04:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:13:11.339-04:00

The gals from work and I are having a Stitch 'n' Bitch on Wednesday, so I need to figure out which of my many WIPs I will bring. It will probably end up being my Sweet Sweater, if I can work past the sleeves. I'm having a bit of problems it draping in the back. I think it has something to do with the number of stitches in the front and back being even. I believe I misread the original

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160524457660835932006-10-08T19:50:00.001-04:002009-06-23T11:12:44.697-04:00

Whipped up some baby snakes for my boys - in hopes of using up some of my undesirable acrylic yarns. I even made the kitty a little catnip mouse!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160525054993804172006-10-08T03:32:00.000-04:002006-10-10T23:21:56.096-04:00

Tonight, I started my Sweet Sweater as part of thecrochet me C-A-L. Thought I would try to use some bulky yarn so it works up quick. In my stash, I had some Highland Thistle yarn (Hobby Lobby brand) in a pretty red color called "Stuart" (go figure?) I haven't even joined the C-A-L yet, but I wanted to get a head start. The yarn worked up pretty quickly and 1 ball got me almost all the way to the

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160526627765208552006-10-01T23:24:00.000-04:002006-10-10T20:30:27.766-04:00

I finished Isabelle's hat! I ended up making a simple hat in Bernat Soft Baby yarn, in a pretty pink, and added the cute curlies on top. I also put a reverse single crochet edging on the rim.The booties I started (i made just one) look like they will fit a 2 year old, and no matter what size hook I tried to use, I couldn't make them smaller. I'll have to talk to Grandma about this and see what

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160526251075507142006-09-26T22:17:00.000-04:002006-10-10T20:24:11.076-04:00

I want to make something for Isabelle, a co-worker's baby girl. Seems as if everyone is pregnant right now, and better them than me! But I can't resist making something cute and girly for her. I found a great hat pattern that tells you how to calculate size based on the diameter of the round.Then, I also found another cute hat pattern with little curlies on top. I'm not sure which I'll make

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160524205567833752006-09-22T21:44:00.000-04:002006-10-10T23:31:58.346-04:00

It came in the mail today! The care package I've been waiting for. I've been moping around the last 2 weeks after checking the mail, only to find the mailbox empty every day. So I said to myself "how greedy bitch...get over yourself", and counted my blessings for all the great stuff I had already been sent by an almost total stranger called my secret pal.My hubby went to check the mail and told

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160523697859694672006-09-16T22:40:00.000-04:002006-10-15T17:01:59.383-04:00

"Slice of Orange" sweater - my version of the Fuschia Top pattern from DMC Senso. I am using DMC Royale Quick Crochet thread in "citrus", a blend of orange, pink, green and yellow colors, and a smaller sized hook. The motifs kind of resemble a slice of orange, hence the name. It's working up larger than planned, I sure hope it fits!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160521914473073732006-09-08T18:44:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:11:54.506-04:00

I just finished my Baby Joshua afghan - simple and classic, huge granny square made from Lily Sugar 'n Cream and the Peaches 'n Cream (Wal-Mart) 100% cotton in Gumdrop, a bright and colorful primary colored variegated yarn, Cornflower Blue and Yellow. Made for 2 lovely people I work with, Mark and Patricia. Joshua is their first baby, and I'm sure he'll be spoiled rotten! I was in such a hurry

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160523546287780692006-09-08T01:37:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:39:06.286-04:00

The ruffle on my cardigan ended up being just a bit too much (I looked like Prince), so I ripped it out and added a simple shell trim to all edges. The sleeves are huge and I can roll them up. It's very warm, but not very beautiful. It needs a belt or something....i'm not sure, but i'm considering it a practice project! I don't think I'll be wearing it to work as planned.It's more of a housecoat!

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160523133954623322006-09-07T00:31:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:34:42.776-04:00

On the home stretch of my cardigan...it's weird how the front edges hang down lower than the back, but it looks just like the photo in the book. Time to add the ruffle, but I'm too tired tonight.

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160523083250327782006-09-06T00:22:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:31:23.250-04:00

Wow! What an action-packed weekend! On Friday, my husband and I went to the Drag Racing Nationals in Brownsburg, Indiana. I had absolutely no idea what to expect, and the verdict is....I dig drag racing! Who knew?! Until you can experience how a funny car rattles your ass when it zooms by, you'll never know. It's just not the same on TV! It was unseasonably cold and deafening, but we had a

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160522426366481002006-08-29T00:18:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:20:26.366-04:00

For the last month of the exchange, we were supposed to create a hand-crafted object made from one skein or ball of yarn. I was late sending mine out, but it's still technically August, so hope my pal Jen will like it. I created what I call the "Blackberry Bracelet Bag", made using a combination of inspiring books and patterns, but not made from a pattern itself. I was in a hurry to send it out

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160522284466396922006-08-15T23:16:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:18:04.466-04:00

The building where I work is under construction, and will be for quite some time. With the cool fall weather approaching, and my office near an outside door, I expect to be chilly soon! I need a cardigan in a basic color that will blend with everything, that I can just throw over my chair and put on whenever I need it.The pattern I'm eyeing is the Cardigan with Ruffled Edge from So Simple

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160522084570564612006-07-30T19:12:00.000-04:002006-10-10T23:34:04.930-04:00

I just got a care package from my secret pal, Ashley! I was so excited to see all the goodies she crammed into the box. The main event was yarn I've been dying to try: Mango Moon viscose, in the cutest colors of pink/orange/yellow. I have no idea what to make. I really want to make something to wear, like a ponchette or shawl, but it may end up a scarf or handbag.I'll keep ya posted! Ashley also

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1160522180866518302006-07-29T19:14:00.000-04:002006-10-10T19:36:12.090-04:00

In the month of June, before I began my blog, my secret pal Ashley sent me a beautiful skein of Manos Cotton Stria in a royal blue color, and a new Clover bamboo crochet hook, AND an adorable dragonfly button. Turns out she loves dragonflies as I do! I made a bunch of little wheel motifs in order to embellish a pre-made top, and this is still in the works. I could use a bit more of the yarn, and

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1154478495760043802006-07-23T23:44:00.000-04:002006-09-23T19:57:03.940-04:00

I got the last of the crocheting done and finished the neckline tonight! Needless to say, I am thrilled with how it looks!What do you think? The yarn I used is Sinfonia by Omega, a sport-weight 100% mercerized crochet cotton with a nice stretch. It gives around all my curves and is very flattering! I will ask mom and grandma to help with the knit lining, and then I'll post my progress.

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1154047591563079492006-07-22T23:42:00.000-04:002006-08-01T20:45:58.896-04:00

I'm almost done crocheting my Big/Little Dress -- only three more rows to go!Just 3 more rows to complete the bottom trim on my dress. It isreally shaping up nicely! The shell design is simple, yet elegant, andthe scallop trim along the bottom is beautiful. Did you know I had noidea what it would look like! In the photo of the original pattern, (called Big/Little Dress, from

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31779458.post-1154479633383496292006-07-22T20:46:00.000-04:002006-08-14T20:55:51.956-04:00

I've been thinking about blogging for awhile now, and as I read my fave blogs daily, I think to myself, 'yeah, that would be fun'. So, I put together a basic page, and welcome your input. Please go easy on me.... I took a break from crocheting to work on this.My hubby is a wonderful admirer and cheerleader for all my crochet creations; however, there's only so much 'ooh-ing' and 'ahh-ing' that he

Larahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09567522566186767908noreply@blogger.com0