My loveable, loopy Lucy

I haven't actually been silent for 2 months, I just decided to delete the whole negative drama of not getting the puppy from my neighbor as promised. We did, however, find a 6 month old Jack Russell pup a month ago, and she is a great fit for our family. It takes my kids to keep up with a Jack Russell and it takes a Jack Russell to keep up with my kids. lol We take multiple walks daily, lots of playing, and she is a little snuggly lap dog too. Here's my Lucy, doing her "Please pick me up!" look.

In the meantime, we have built a new deck, which is all railed in and gated so we can let Lucy sunbathe off leash, and we have a place to grill and relax. I have been busy designing knitting patterns and still taking classes for my bachelor's in accounting, so it has been a busy summer. The girls are glad to be back in school, although their little sister misses them when they are both gone all day. I have been working on a hoodie for little Lucy to wear as the weather cools. She has a very short coat and shivers if it gets to be 50 degrees F or below. lol

Oh, did I mention that we rescued a litter of four kittens, and their mama, who was left outside without food all summer to have her babies? Three kittens have found fabulous, perfect homes, and the last kitten and his mama are going to a great home together today. Gratuitous kitten pics:


This little girl went to a home with a very kind man and his son, where she will be the only pet and loved and spoiled.

This little man goes to a home with his mama today.

This little man went to a fabulous home where he is spoiled and has a "big sister" kitty.

Finished projects

Two days ago, I finally finished the Olive Branch Yoga Hoodie (nonRav) (Rav) I've put aside for almost a year. Poor thing, it is so comfy and turned out great; why did I let it wait so long?


Then I did a quick little crochet project, a blankie for Milo. Edited to add that my crazy neighbor gave us the dog for a day and took him back. sigh. More to that story, but I won't go into it here. I'll give the blankie to a rescue. sigh. Oh, and here's Milo, he'll be 9 weeks tomorrow:

New pattern-- clover fields lace scarf

Here's a new pattern I've been working on. It is a PDF that I will email to you within 24 hours of payment receipt. The pattern is for a pretty lace scarf, done in fingering weight yarn, and reminiscent of a clover field. The lace pattern alternates rows of flowers with rows of three-leaf clovers. It is very easy to knit; all you need to know is yarn overs, ssk, k2tog, and psso to make this one. If you are interested, you can purchase it now from my blog for $3.75, using the "Buy Now" button from Paypal, below.

Book destash

Hey everyone, I am selling some good books here, all are new or like new. Each book is $15 including U.S. media mail shipping. I accept Paypal.

Knit on Down (House of White Birches)

Brand new, $15 includes US media mail shipping.

Alterknits
Very good condition, $15 includes US media mail shipping.

Glorious Rubber Stamping
Brand new, $15 includes US media mail shipping.

Thanks so much for looking! Leave me a comment with your email address or Ravelry user name and I'll get back to you.

Free dishcloth pattern-- gingham reversible dishcloth

Here's a freebie, a reversible-patterned dishcloth/washcloth I am offering free. It is knitted with U.S. size 7 (4.5mm) needles and less than one ball of Peaches n Creme worsted cotton.

Gingham Reversible Dishcloth
by Jennifer Rice

This simple dishcloth pattern is reversible. Makes a great dishcloth or washcloth.

Needles: U.S. size 7 (4.5mm) needles
Yarn: One ball of Peaches n Creme or other worsted dishcloth cotton
Cast on 45 stitches.
Row 1: *P5, K1, (P1,K1) twice; repeat from * to last 5 sts; P5.
Row 2: K5, *(k1, p1) twice, K6; repeat from * to end of row.
Rows 3-6: Repeat rows 1 and 2 twice more.
Row 7: P1, (k1,p1) twice, *P6, (k1,p1) twice; repeat from * to end of row.
Row 8: *P1, (k1,p1) twice, K5: repeat from * to last 5 sts; P1, (k1, p1) twice.
Rows 9-12: Repeat rows 7 and 8 twice more.
Repeat these 12 rows 4 more times. Bind off.

Swingin' Summer Tank Top 2T knitting pattern

Ok, so my most awesome friend (and designer extraordinaire) Michelle bought this tank I knitted, and an inquiry from her friend prompted me to put it up for sale. I have never done this before, but it's very exciting. If you would like to buy a copy of the PDF, click the Paypal button and it will link you directly to Paypal. I will email the PDF within 24 hours of payment receipt.

New and improved Etsy shop

Hello, everyone, I just wanted to give a heads up that I put all new pictures on my Etsy site, and some new items. If you are looking for toddler or kid knits, or maybe a scarf and beret for next winter, check this out. Also, my husband has some gorgeous woodworking stuff on there, and my parents-in-law have some adorable handpainted vegetables for sale. Thanks for your interest!