May 15, 2011

Lately and something for you.......

Giveaway has now closed
things have been quiet around the blog but we have been busy at home.....
Knitting amongst the games.
My desk shows I have been swatching, planning, reading, thinking, packing, posting, op-shopping ( the yarn and the fabric) but not tidying so much.
Napping on fresh flannelette sheets.
Casting on with this lovely yarn for a test knit.
The cold snap meant we needed lots of warming, soothing tea and peanut butter toast.
The middle got new dinosaur slippers for Winter we have to insist he takes them off to get into bed.

I hit exactly 10 000 views of my photos on my Flickr

I have been planning a mid-Autumn giveaway but wasn't sure what it would be.. I think this fits the bill especially in view of that cold snap we have been experiencing here. 

So we did, despite the cold get to our local op-shop last week where I picked up two balls of yarn in two shades of grey. I knew there would be just enough to knit a little hat and I have been wanting to try this particular pattern for a while now.
And this is the result, a gorgeous little hat (modelled wonderfully by my green plastic mixing bowl) that should fit someone between 6-12 months.
Unfortunately we don't have anyone in our house with that size head so if you do or you know someone who does, and you think they might like a head warmer then ......
* Please leave a comment.
* If you are not already a follower then become one and get a second entry.
* Mention the giveaway on your blog and link back and get a third entry.
* I will draw a winner on the 29th of May.

I enjoyed the pattern so much I am casting on another one in grey and red for the biggest little. Although my WIP's are now starting to become so great in number I am thinking I have caught a case of knitter's startitis. I really, really hope it isn't too serious or on-going!

Here are the links to things that caught my eye this week.....

This amazing knitting
This recipe
This photo
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55 comments:

  1. TaniaMay 16, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    What is it about peanut butter and frosty weather? Soul food stuff. Your mixing bowl is also particularly talented at modelling snuggly hats.

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  2. 1funkyknitwitMay 17, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Mmmm peanut butter - love and a favorite of mine most mornings ;D

    Your test knit is super cute as is your sweet hat. Congrats on your flickr photos :D xx

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  3. NotchkaMay 19, 2011 at 4:07 PM

    What lovely 'slice of life' pics.

    I think the pattern on that hat is extraordinary. I would love the opportunity to win it, thank you.

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  4. Naturally CarolMay 19, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Out of all the little pics on Kootoyoo I was attracted to your little hat..the pattern on it is georgeous! I am now your newest follower too.

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  5. AnonymousMay 19, 2011 at 11:03 PM

    oh my goodness, this hat is beautiful, love the patteren. I've been looking for a hat for my little one but haven't seen any I like until now...

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  6. UnknownMay 20, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    Gorgeous little hat and I love your blog! I'll share the link for my 'baby' mums that all have little ones. xox

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  7. karenMay 20, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    the wave hat looks great!

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  8. EricasueMay 20, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    what a lovely little hat!

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  9. AnonymousMay 20, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    beautiful work xo
    ps. pop over to enter to my giveaway too! (on side bar)

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  10. Danielle May 21, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    Beautiful work! And photos

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  11. softearthartMay 21, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Loving your wee hat. I am a fan of op shops as well, cheers Marie

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  12. CatherineMay 23, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    Beautiful hat! I'm so glad I found your blog!

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  13. CatherineMay 23, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    And I'm not a follower!

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  14. SangeethaMay 24, 2011 at 12:37 AM

    Looks really nice - thanks

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  15. MerylMay 24, 2011 at 1:22 AM

    What a sweet hat for a wee baby boy. I think mine must be close to the same age as yours.

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  16. Amber H.May 24, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Well, I don't know if he'd *want* to wear it, but I've got a 6 week old baby boy that would look absolutely adorable in that hat! It will fit him come winter.. unless this cold snap continues for any longer, then he'd probably wear it right away if I win it.

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  17. SarahMay 24, 2011 at 4:58 AM

    lovely hat. It would look great on my cousin. :)

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  18. KatrinaMay 24, 2011 at 6:03 AM

    That is a super cute hat! My baby is due in 2 months!

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  19. JocelynMay 24, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Adorable hat! I have two boys that would or will fit on. Thanks for the giveaway.

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  20. mrstolliMay 24, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Adorable! I love the design!

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  21. mrstolliMay 24, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    I'm a follower!

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  22. GinaMay 24, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Cute hat! I would love to win it for my nephew :)

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  23. ValMay 24, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    I'm a new follower! Thanks for the chance!

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  24. MooBear DesignsMay 24, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    I love the green bowl. I must try it some time lol...

    xo Steph

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  25. DangAndBlast!May 24, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Oooh very nice (why are there so few comments? silly people! Unless of course they're in a moderation queue.) I know some people who don't have heads (much at all) yet, but who will have ones that size when it gets cooler...

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  26. DangAndBlast!May 24, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    and, following.

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  27. LauriMay 24, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    Love the small boy hat

    Thanks

    lauri(dot)rymar(at)gmail(dot)com

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  28. Jeanine The Crafting FiendMay 24, 2011 at 12:17 PM

    my baby is this size and my best friends baby will be 6-12months over the fall and upcoming winter!

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  29. LizMay 24, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Ooooh my son would look adorable in this hat, you've done a fantastic job

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  30. Simply ECMay 24, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    My newest little guy would be ever so cute in this! Thanks for the chance!

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  31. LizMay 24, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    The waves on this hat are so sweet. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  32. AlisonMay 24, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Love the pic of your sleeping baby. What a sweet hat!
    aliben7 (at) gmail (dot) com

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  33. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 2:56 PM

    The pattern on the hat is lovely. Don't tell me you made it up as you knitted? How clever you are.
    Sleeping babies always make me smile.
    wendyhatton@yahoo.com.au

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  34. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    That hat is awesome! If I can't squeeze my babies head into it, I know some lucky babies on the way!

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  35. AnonymousMay 24, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Thanks for the chance to win! saradfarris at hotmail dot com

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  36. Crystal ArcandMay 24, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Oh my, that is a gorgeous hat. I'd love to have it for my new baby.

    crystalarcand (at) gmail (dot) com

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  37. JennyrooMay 25, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    My 2 week old little boy will grow into that hat just in time for cooler weather in the autumn. Thanks for the chance to win! Lovely!

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  38. erindanneMay 25, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    I just happen to have a 6-12 month old little man. I am sure he'd be very appreciative, since we are cold up here in the north lands :)

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  39. Hippie HousewifeMay 25, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    What a sweet little hat!

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  40. GraceMay 25, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    What a gorgeous cap!! My new nephew would love it.

    myyearinhaiku at gmail dot com

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  41. AnonymousMay 25, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Absolutely adorable! Thank you for this chance! KERIHAG@YAHOO.com

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  42. MartaMay 25, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Love the hat. It would be perfect for my little guy. And it is very good to know that eventually I'll be able to knit while he is awake...thanks for the assurance! ;)

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  43. Amanda PedroMay 25, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    you're right, it is squishy. there are a few mew moms around here who would appreciate the hand made goodness that you offer.
    Thanks for sharing.
    I'm sharing too.
    www.latenightstamper.blogspot.com

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  44. JodiMay 26, 2011 at 12:08 AM

    I think It might fit my little Baby this winter. Seeing as I can't knit to save myself I hope I can win her something nice and knitted.

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  45. VictoriaMay 26, 2011 at 2:10 AM

    Ooooh! We have two little heads that would fit that lovely hat! One is in Ohio and one will be in South Carolina in the US.

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  46. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 3:31 AM

    I love this little hat! I will be having a baby in January and a hat is always useful, depending on how big the head is... this might work for awhile! :)

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  47. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 3:33 AM

    I am now following your blog! Thanks!

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  48. MaryMay 26, 2011 at 4:23 AM

    Cute hat! It looks great on your bowl but I know some little guys it would look even better on. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  49. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Lovely. And my new niece will be exactly 6 months old in December!

    jobanba at gmail dot com

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  50. mellowpuffMay 26, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Gorgeous blog! Still discovering new ones from that mammoth list... and yay for a giveaway still going. I love the photos and links you've put up. I checked out the knitted couch cover, and that fig bread. Mmmmmmm, and PB on toast is such comforting food.
    There will be a new wee babe in my circle of friends, and this would be just the right size for him come the colder months. Thanks for the chance at such a lovely hat.

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  51. AmandaMay 27, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    You have a beautiful blog! I love your photos! :)

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  52. jayneMay 27, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Love the hat! I so want to learn! Thanks for the chance to win it!

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  53. Nancy SueMay 29, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    I am expecting to be an Aunt in September, so this lil hat would be perfect for the lil nephew. Beautiful knitting!
    nsue21702 at gmail dot com

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  54. Nancy SueMay 29, 2011 at 1:32 PM

    I am a follower from the
    Washington DC /Baltimore area.

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  55. kerri.warmusJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Ah, the green plastic bowl model...too funny! That is a really pretty hat. Thanks for sharing. Warm wishes, Kerri

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