shellebellecreates

Quick knits

I have tried to knit the perfect pair of socks for myself and after weeks of knitting I was always disappointed. I have pairs that are too loose that sag, too tight which makes the wool feel crazy itchy but I am not a quitter! Today I started worsted weight socks and I will know in days not weeks if they will be perfect. I think I am on the right track with a lovely purple yarn in a great thickness for fall in Birkenstocks. I just need to nail the sizing.

No knead bread

I am still in love with this recipe. The finished bread rivals the $6 loaves from Whole Foods. This batch I let st for a day and a half hoping to impart a bit of sour flavor to it. This made for a really wet messy dough. I just have to let it cool a bit to pass final judgement. I love bread!

A new hat!

I love knitting hats, they are so fast, satisfying and useful. This is a simple hat out of Manos naturals loosely based on the hat pattern in Last Minute Knitted Gifts. I have two more hats that need to be phographed and shared. I am contemplating making one for me with ear flaps, is that too silly?

a bit of kindness

a bit of kindness
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I started leaving little notes in the books I return to the library. I love the idea of brightening up someone's day. Thank you to the women who write the kind over matter blog, it has been inspirational to me.

make a wish 2009

make a wish 2009
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We have entered birthday season chez moi. This week our j@yman turned 11 and it was a fun affair, that was not properly photographed. Imagine some go carting, a bunch of balloons, and a pizza dinner, all good times.
Next week my birthday is up! In preparation for this new age bracket I have bought appropriate skin care for the wise woman, a bit of mascara and foundation. I have not worn make up in years, not sure what I was thinking. I will start my party at the sustainable living fair, I can't wait to hear the sunday speakers. I still need to pick a place to dine on the big night, I think I am leaning towards Indian but sushi sounds divine too.

star struck

This morning Mo and I were leaving ballet class when in walked Takashi Nakasato. I watched him in the studio from afar, I was too shy to get closer. It must be strange to be a celebrity. 

a moment in time

Mo reminded me that she won't be the same age much longer, she said it in the cutest way I wish I could remember. I am grateful that I have been able to stay home with my kids nothing beats it.

This morning went something like this:

Mo had set up an Arveda salon and I made an appointment to have my hair brushed and pretend cut. While she was cutting my hair she asked if I wanted a book, I said no I would like to talk. Here is how it went:

me: What is your name?

Mo: Michelle Reese

me: How old are you?

Mo: Almost 101 my birthday is tomorrow.

me: You look great for 100 do you exercise?

Mo: Yes, and I use this cream on my face so I don't get wrinkles. That's why I don't look like a gramma.

me: Do you have children?

Mo: Yes, thousands. I can count how many I have. I have 75.

She brushed and I sat in silence for a little bit and then:

Mo: You have a little bit of grey hair.

me: You're not supposed to tell people that.

Mo: I know I won't tell j.

me: I don't have grey hair!

Mo: Just a little bit of kind of grey hair....

I didn't tip her.

one small step: a list

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I want to create something everyday, I want to be a runner, I want a daily yoga practice, but I get stuck. Today, I became a runner, a yogi and a creator. It felt good to just go for it without excuses. I am grateful I took the time to become the me I want to be.

Today:
-30 minute run wearing the monster feet
-30 minute yoga
-started making a tiny happy satchel bag
-baked raspberry scones

Thoughtful Friday

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"We tend to forget that happiness doesn't come as a result of getting something we 
don't have, but rather of recognizing and appreciating what we do have."


- Fredrick Koeing

I am tremendously grateful for all the abundance in my life. I feel so blessed and lucky, every day is so amazing, every breath a reminder of how alive I am. Wow! Have a great weekend everyone!

New beginnings: leftover crazy blanket

I love this blanket pattern! I have so much leftover worsted weight yarn that this can be made without ever entering into the yarn shop. The memories of the projects past plus the stitch memory from making the blanket will make a great heirloom.
pure bliss!