As I mentioned earlier, I finished the Flirty Party Apron for my mother-in-law; I've been meaning to post a photo of it, and here it is! I started this project sometime in August in hopes that I would be finished for Christmas. Just a few ends need to be weaved in, and that's it! Immediately after finishing the pink apron, I started on a blue one for my own mother. My mother is the consummate hostess and party thrower, and I just know that she will be thrilled with her new gift.
On the sidelines, I've also been knitting up BLOOM from Rowan 36. I am enjoying the felted tweed, and as usual, I'm setting my sights on another project (perhaps something from the Rowan Vintage collection).
On Sunday I exchanged my frequent flyer miles for two tickets to Hawai'i. (YES! We're going on vacation!) My in-laws were super generous and exchanged their miles for two more! And if that weren't enough, they also gave us a week of their time share in Kona (on the Big Island where my dad is from). We'll spend a week in Kona/Hilo, and then fly over to Oahu to spend another 11 days with my family! I can't wait. We haven't been on a real bonafied vacation since I was preggers with Henry, and now that Hank and I are on the same schedule (for the first time in years), we are looking forward to more family vacations!
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The apron is fantastic! Ohmygosh ... Hawaii so much better then Prague ;o)
Posted by: Yvonne | October 19, 2004 at 01:33 PM
I am so jealous, but at the same time so happy for you!! I know you guys will have an awesome time. The last time I was in Hawaii was when I got married. We were married in a little park right by the ocean at the base of Diamondhead. I fell in love with Hawaii then and have been wanting to go back ever since. Aloha!
Posted by: alexis | October 19, 2004 at 02:02 PM
The apron is so cute and fun! I can't believe people actually knit stuff! It looks like it took forever to make!
I love Hawaii. I nannied when I was in college and got to go several times. I can't wait until I can afford to go back some day. It is soooo beautiful there!
Posted by: pinky | October 19, 2004 at 02:57 PM
Will you have an internet connection? That is 18 full days we will have to go without hearing from you! (notice how I turn your vacation into something about me??) I am very excited for you - when are you going? Take lots of pictures!
Posted by: hope | October 19, 2004 at 05:48 PM
I love the apron but I like the idea of making a little sleeveless top with that cute fuzzy yarn at the bottom!
Posted by: violetismycolor | October 19, 2004 at 08:43 PM
How awesome!!!!! Have a blast!
Posted by: ani | October 20, 2004 at 08:31 AM
Those look great!
Posted by: Pauly D | October 20, 2004 at 09:16 AM
I am jealous for 2 reasons...
1. You're an AB FAB knitter! (I'm currently still on scarves)
2. YOU'RE GOING TO HAWAII!!!!
No seroiusly....LUCKY, LUCKY you!
Posted by: jes | October 20, 2004 at 09:58 AM
Your knitting is fantabulous! I am super impressed!!
And YAY for Hawaii and syched up schedules and super in-laws and more vaca for family!
Posted by: Giao | October 20, 2004 at 10:52 AM
daaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaamn!! those are awesome!! you have some mad knitting skillz, woman.
i hope y'all have a fabulous time in hawaii. i mean, it's hawaii - it's hard NOT to have a fabulous time, right?
Posted by: tammy | October 20, 2004 at 01:52 PM
Big Island Candies. YUM.
Posted by: justjenn | October 20, 2004 at 05:53 PM
Hi there,
I saw the aprons you made. They are so beautifull. Do you have a pattern, because I like to make this for my daughters.
Have a good time!
Posted by: Sassefras | October 25, 2004 at 01:10 PM
I love the aprons- especially the colors in the blue one! So pretty! Almost makes me want to cook... almost. :)
That is so awesome about Hawaii!!
Posted by: frecklegirl | October 26, 2004 at 06:37 PM
Love these so much. I'm with Sassefrass, I'd love to make one in small!
Posted by: Karin | October 28, 2004 at 04:51 AM
I like the aprons. But if i will ever knit them. I don't know, have to much knitting around as it is.
Greetings from a dutch knitting mama
Posted by: ada | November 04, 2004 at 11:40 AM
Color me green! I love Hawaii! We went for our honeymoon (Kauai and Oahu. What a great deal :)
Posted by: Candi | November 06, 2004 at 11:51 AM
This is amazing!
Posted by: Holly | November 23, 2004 at 11:12 AM
a totally cool apron - not sure how practical, unless of course you never make a mess while cooking!
Posted by: kathreen | April 22, 2005 at 02:46 AM