Birthdays, anniversaries, memorials, festivals.
Measure our progress on the path.
Deng Ming~Dao
As you know I have been diligently knitting away on what has affectionately been referred to as my Bee Blob. It was to be a surprise for a soon to be new mom and I didn't want to spill the beans, therefore.....the Bee Blob :).
I finished up with her late last night just in time for her to make her way to her new owner...... Cheryl today.
As you can see, the Bee Blob is Anne’s new pattern, Honey Baby. Early this spring, I asked Anne if she would consider writing a pattern based on my favorite bees as a baby blanket as I knew that a new baby was going to be in our midst. I felt it was such a perfect way to welcome a little wee bee into the sisterhood of the hive. (Manise knows what I am talking about)
Anne was pretty busy at the time, so I didn’t think about it again until she emailed me in June and asked if I was still interested in doing this project. Of course the answer was a resounding YES!
Whew….it came right down to the wire as to weather or not I would get it finished in time as I had made an error early on that had me tearing back a good 10 inches of my work….aggh. Silly error from not paying close enough attention.
So……. I made a conscious decision yesterday morning that I was not going to get out of my chair until it was finished……and I was in that chair ALL day long.... late into the evening....... which is no easy feat for a grrl with ADD.. :).
Sitting in my chair I was able to finish Baby Bee and I was also able watch the entire funeral and final goodbyes for Ted Kennedy. It was incredibly moving. Living most of my life in Massachusetts, good or bad, love them or hate them, the Kennedy’s have always been a little part of my history. It’s sad to see this chapter come to an end, but his family said good bye in such a beautiful and touching way. I was glad I was able to watch the entire event from start to finish.
Pattern: Honey Baby
Yarn: Woolen rabbit Essence ~ Bodacious Blossom
Needles: US 4 and 5 circular 32 inchI am offering this as a kit in the shop. I hope that you enjoy it as much as I did…….such a beautiful pattern!!
Thank you Anne!
Absolutely gorgeous!!
Posted by: tiennie | Monday, September 14, 2009 at 11:13 PM
Seriously BEAUTIFUL!!! If I ever become a grandmum, this will be the first kit I order!
Posted by: Rebecca | Thursday, September 10, 2009 at 11:32 PM
Oh, my! Your yarn is gorgeous in the pattern. I'm really glad to see this colorway in the pattern, because I was thinking about making one. . .for someone! I have no new baby around, right now. I would love to have one of those for myself!
Posted by: Debbie | Tuesday, September 01, 2009 at 08:55 PM
That is a stunning knit. It was breathtaking in person. I just loved the knitterly act of weaving in ends after she opened the present. Perfect in so many ways! It's a metaphor for the baby making process: just because the baby is born, doesn't mean that process is over.
Posted by: Laurie | Tuesday, September 01, 2009 at 10:16 AM
wow.
soooo lovely.
lucky baby.
Must make me one of these someday.
Your yarn is perfect for this project.
Posted by: Teyani | Tuesday, September 01, 2009 at 02:07 AM
I bought this pattern as soon as I saw it on Anne's site. We have a new niece that will arrive on Oct. 1st and my family are all bee keepers. Just perfect- now to decide on a color and get it ordered.
Posted by: Tonia | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 11:34 PM
gorgeous...absolutely!
Posted by: theresa/t does wool | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 10:28 PM
That is absolutely beautiful! Cheryl's baby is one lucky baby.
Posted by: Julie | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 04:04 PM
stunning! and the sunshine to mark the day, wow, you caught it just beautifully kim, thank you for knitting it along with me!
Posted by: anne | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 02:51 PM
It's beautiful! Looks good in the SUNLIGHT?
Given this year, it's brought you much luck.
Posted by: Rosemary McN | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 02:19 PM
Wow! What a special baby gift....lucky Cheryl!
Posted by: Marcia | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 11:06 AM
Can't wait to get my kit now. Better get those needles warmed up. I've got a grandbaby due September 20, but I know I won't get it done by then. Mom and baby can watch the bee progress.
Posted by: Barb M | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 10:35 AM
KIM ----what a little beauty---could not 'bee ' ---ha , ha , a more perfect gift ---its one of my most fav patterns too - totally love the colour
bestest ---pat j
Posted by: pat j | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 10:25 AM
It's gorgeous!
Posted by: Wool Winder | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 09:22 AM
Beautiful beautiful!! Such a fortunate babe to be wrapped up in that soft, luxurious, love infused blanket!
How did everyone get to see you? Were you down here in MA? I was tempted to try to find you when we were in N. Conway last week.
Posted by: Pat | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 09:06 AM
Beautiful, Kim.
Posted by: Judy | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 08:06 AM
It's gorgeous, Kim. I love it.
Posted by: Kathy | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 08:03 AM
So beautiful - what a gorgeous color!
Posted by: Jeanne | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 07:36 AM
The blanket is a work of art and a lovely, lovely gift for your new baby bee. I watched coverage of the Kennedy funeral most of the day...it was very moving.
Posted by: margene | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 07:29 AM
The blanket is truly a fabulous and loving gift for Cheryl and her baby. I'm so glad we got to spend some time together yesterday.
Posted by: Carole | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 07:21 AM
Kim- That's gorgeous. What a wonderful gift.
Posted by: Lorraine | Monday, August 31, 2009 at 07:00 AM
Everything Erin said! So glad I got to see it (and you) in person!
Posted by: Manise | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 11:42 PM
That looks so pretty, and a beautiful color.
Posted by: Denise | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 11:03 PM
It's Beautiful! I'm looking forward to someone having a baby I could knit this for in the future.
Posted by: Renee | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 10:16 PM
Wow! Lucky Bonnie Baby, What a wonderful gift! :)
Posted by: diane | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 09:47 PM
This is so stunning, and I *love* the thought behind it. Utterly perfect. Wonderful to see you today!
Posted by: pumpkinmama | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 09:38 PM
So gorgeous!!! If only I had a baby to knit for.
Posted by: Hattie | Sunday, August 30, 2009 at 09:23 PM