o hai.
o hi there! remember me? I'm still here! It's been a pretty busy two and a half months, as you can probably imagine. I've been feeling great - yay second trimester! - and if you can believe it, this week marks the start of my third trimester. holy crap.
my belly at 27 weeks, 4 days.
yep, I'm definitely pregnant. hee.
I've been sewing and knitting a lot. The sewing has been in preparation for a craft fair that I'll hopefully be at in early December, and the knitting has been mostly baby oriented (surprise!) -- some for our baby, some for baby swaps, some for the awesome tiny teamie Hayes.
1. Tiny Schmoo Sophisticate for our little guy., 2. Doodie. , 3. Garter Stitch Kimono Baby Sweater for my doula's son Judah., 4. Buzzbee for Hayes!, 5. Elfin for our little guy., 6. Tubey for a baby hat swap.
Baby stuff is so fun and fast to knit! I'm sure I'll be making a few more sweaters for the littlest schmoo before I'm done.
You can see some of the stuff that me and my friend JoAnna have been sewing here in this Flickr set. If all goes as planned, we'll have a little booth at the 2009 Athens Indie Craftstravaganzaa Holiday Market in December under the name "teamie & schmoo", and we're really excited! We've been making lots of cute baby stuff and some box bags and bags as well. I've also had a few people commission me to make some diaper bags / messenger bags for them, and it's been super fun to work on those. Like I said before, I'm trying to take advantage of my energy while I've got it. :)
I also received some amazing handknits from my awesome friend Sarah. I got this package in the mail last week on a particularly crappy morning, and man, did it cheer me up!
amazing knits! and so wee! and adorable!
I don't think it's possible to be grouchy when you are holding teeny tiny handknit baby socks. The littlest schmoo is going to be so well-dressed! thanks again, Sarah, for this beautiful teeny tiny wardrobe. OMG baby knits are CUTE. and Sarah is made of awesome.
In addition to the crafting, we've been working on getting our house ready for our newest family member. There's been painting and carpet ripping and furniture assembling (mostly by Jacob) and we've still got more to do, but we've definitely made some progress. I feel so lucky - we've had so many people give us baby things that they are no longer using, and our kitchen is totally full of baby awesomeness right now - toys, clothes, chairs, etc - and maternity stuff too! We have really generous people in our lives, and we are lucky, lucky schmoos. Hopefully we can return the favor someday!
Anyways, that's the story around here. Lots of things going on, but I'm trying to relax and rest some too - although I *do* like being busy. :) It's been really nice to get things done at home and spend time with Jacob and Bella.
It's almost the holidays! I hope this post finds you staying warm and feeling great and not too stressed about holiday crafting. :)
Comments (26)
I just came back to your blog after well over a year (there's been lots going on and I wasn't knitting, etc.) to find that ya'll are expecting, and may in fact already have had a new schmoo! I am SO EXCITED for you. I was also very sad to see that you lost your Dad. I know how hard it must be for you and I'm sending you a cyber hug!
Now off to read all the posts I've missed - and I do mean I've missed you. Blessings on you and Jacob and little man.
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Posted by LilyCO | December 26, 2009 3:11 AM
Yay! You're on your way! Almost at 32 weeks, which is the magic number. I can't wait! (Well, I can wait until week 40. Keep him in until then.) Happy holidays!
xox, J
Posted by Julia | December 16, 2009 6:58 PM
I love the baby knits. I am due in 11 days, and have knit the little smoking jacket you knit in green, but mine is cream... you can see it on ravelry, just look me up as sugarknit. Love that pattern. Happy pregnancy to you!
Posted by sugarknit | December 10, 2009 9:35 PM
Whoa.
You and I are on the same schedule! Are you due March 6th too?
Love the hand knits. I've been knitting baby stuff too - so much fun!
Posted by Ella | December 9, 2009 6:27 PM
Hey I LOVE your website! Greetings from the mother of the three-month boy from Sarajevo!!!
Have a happy pregnancy!
Posted by Amra | December 6, 2009 5:23 PM
I'm very glad to see that you're doing well -- I was a bit worried when you didn't post for a while. Best wishes for continued health and happiness -- especially for the soon-to-arrive schmoo.
Posted by aebell | November 27, 2009 5:06 PM
you have been busy! congrats on making it into the craft fair, hooray!!!!
Posted by mai | November 24, 2009 8:11 PM
Look at you! : ) How wonderful ...
Love all the baby knits - instant gratification!
Posted by kristin | November 24, 2009 7:49 PM
Tiny socks are the cutest thing in the world. When I traveled for work after having Simon I'd carry one of his tiny socks in my pocket.
Posted by Biglug Jen | November 24, 2009 4:11 PM
All of the knits look incredible and adorable, or maybe is it that the baby helps?:)
Posted by Cassie | November 23, 2009 11:59 AM
All of the knits look incredible and adorable, or maybe is it that the baby helps?:)
Posted by Cassie | November 23, 2009 11:58 AM
Nice to see you back! Schmoo-tastic, even!
Posted by Sarah | November 23, 2009 11:58 AM
Hi there, I just dropped in to say that I LOVE your website. Love your knitting projects. Love your color choice of green. Have a happy pregnancy!
Posted by Jenny | November 23, 2009 11:34 AM
Welcome Back, Carrie! I was worried about you, but you have obv. been oh-so-busy!
such cute stuff!!!
~Katie B.
Posted by Katie B. | November 23, 2009 10:47 AM
OOO, lookit the cute little socks and sweaters! I think you're quite correct - it's really hard to feel grouchy when holding adorable little baby socks.
The little Schmoolet will be here soon!
Posted by CraftyGryphon | November 23, 2009 9:20 AM
You look great! Glad you're feeling so good, and I hope you continue to feel wonderful. Happy third tri!
Posted by J Strizzy | November 23, 2009 9:05 AM
Oh my god look at you? Have the belly touching got on your nerves yet? You're blog is the first one i ever read so I am so happy to observe the miricle your going through. All the best xxxx
Posted by Pinkadele | November 23, 2009 8:33 AM
why is it other people's pregnancies fly by? i cannot believe it. soon you will have the little one around to dress up in all his finery. lucky little schmoo. i love love love the sophisticate.
have a happy thanksgiving, looks like there is a lot to rejoice in. :)
Posted by mamie | November 23, 2009 1:23 AM
what sorts of baby goodies did you make for your show? i might want to purchase from afar. you know, you def have a fan in Cali that just won't be able to make it to Athens to visit your booth
Posted by Skylar | November 22, 2009 11:50 PM
yayayayayayayayayyay for babytime.
Posted by cathy | November 22, 2009 10:26 PM
Whew! You HAVE been busy...but the good kind of busy. I love all the fabulous knitted baby goodness! :D
Posted by Clumsy Knitter | November 22, 2009 7:38 PM
look slike you're doing a great job of preparing baby knits!! Your belly looks great. :)
Posted by Julie | November 22, 2009 7:38 PM
Look at you - really coming along! All those baby knits are adorable!!!
Posted by grumperina | November 22, 2009 2:59 PM