We had a great, although somewhat rainy, three day weekend.
We played dress-up and counted lollipops. Abigail came to me and said, "Mama, I can't remember if a poodle skirt means I'm a 40's girl or an 80's girl." I took one look at her outfit and assured her she had both decades covered.
We baked these brownies and they were a hit. Yummy, chocolaty, and low fat, plus a whole can of pumpkin. I did add one egg to the brownie pumpkin mixture - just in case.
But this morning it was nice to see that there was still a kitchen table under all the craft projects and play dough.
And I may have found my next knitting project. I say "may have" because I really want to knit Lucy's gorgeous Adeline coat but I'm trying to use up stash yarn and I really don't have enough of any one yarn. I even thought about making it shorter because long coats aren't that flattering on me. Either way, I must cast on for something soon. I haven't had anything on the needles for a week and the indecision is making me anxious.
I did manage to steal an hour away to design a little pattern. I will be sharing it later this week.
Tomorrow I have volunteering at school followed by orthodontist appointments in the big city and taekwondo in the afternoon but I hope to be back in this space on Thursday.
Thanks so much for stopping by and enjoy your week!
Love the 40s/80s girl -- and those brownies look gooooooooooood!
Posted by: wishes, true and kind | January 19, 2010 at 10:35 PM
Your tulips looks so pretty displayed on your table. Just a nice touch of Spring. I can't wait to see what you end up knitting -- the colors in that yarn are wonderful.
Posted by: Jodi | January 20, 2010 at 07:01 AM
Love the tulips, too. I almost bought some tulips yesterday, but I went with the cheaper "assorted flowers." Still, it cheers up the kitchen!
I am between knitting projects as well and it's making me crazy! Actually, I have the yarn to make a spring sweater, but it's still only January, so I'm feeling like I should make another wintry item...but I don't have enough wintry yarn! I look forward to seeing what you end up making.
Posted by: Meg Evans | January 20, 2010 at 08:39 AM
Ooh. I am loving that yarn. And those brownies and that fabric.
Busy girl you are.
Posted by: julia | January 20, 2010 at 08:45 AM
I got a recipe for brownies at weight watchers this week- low fat brownie mix and black beans! I'll let you know how those come out!
looking forward to your new projects!
Posted by: kristyn | January 20, 2010 at 10:31 AM
umm, please share the pumpkin brownie recipe. i love adding canned pumpkin to stuff, makes me feel healthy :) plus i stocked up on libby's because of the supposed pumpkin shortage this year.... hmm, wonder when it'll run out?
Posted by: Laura | January 20, 2010 at 10:58 AM
I smiled at your anxiousness in needing to cast on for something soon....I totally understand that need to have something on the needles but wanting to make it something worthwhile. Either one of those sweaters is going to be beautiful. Love them both. Love your tulips...After seeing yours, I'm realizing I'm in need of some fresh flowers. Have a great day in the big city!
Posted by: Lisa Q | January 20, 2010 at 11:04 AM
you've been busy!
the brownies look great, i might have to try them out.
and what a lovely yarn!
Posted by: Sandy | January 20, 2010 at 02:47 PM
Love the dress up outfit! I wonder if I'm too old for that look? That would be yes. Bummer.
Yummy looking brownies - I saw a recipe the other day calling for a banana to be added. New brownie trend to add fruit I guess!
Posted by: MrPuffy | January 20, 2010 at 06:35 PM
The fabric you're using for your project is beautiful! Can't wait to see what you are making, I hope a tutorial is coming :)
Those brownies look great, and so does that yarn!
Posted by: Stephanie | January 20, 2010 at 07:22 PM
What a fun busy week end. I love the pattern you want to start and I agree with you Lucy's coat is so beautiful. I am waiting until I can justify buying more yarn ;o)
Posted by: Imene | January 20, 2010 at 07:32 PM
Oh...I love that poodle skirt. It is so funny how fashions go through cycles. Looking forward to your new project;)
Posted by: elizabeth ~ so wabi sabi | January 21, 2010 at 08:41 AM
Oh my, she is convering both decades beautifully :).
I can't wait to see what your design is, I am loving on those fabrics!
Posted by: Heather | January 21, 2010 at 12:59 PM
oops! totally missed the linky for the recipe. blonde moment!
p.s. love that bird print fabric
Posted by: Laura | January 21, 2010 at 02:01 PM
I'm planning to knit her mondi cable pullover. I love her patterns, even though I've yet to knit one. But this is the year!
Posted by: Rose | January 22, 2010 at 11:23 PM
beautiful image...love the yarn
Posted by: theresa/t does wool | January 25, 2010 at 10:18 AM