My Space!

Finishing our basement has been quite a process!  My husband continues to amaze me with just what he can accomplish!  One of my favorite parts is my new space!  I'm not too sure who is more excited about my new work space?!?!  My husband is thrilled because my junk isn't all over the place!  I"m thrilled because I can make a mess and I don't have to clean it up!!!          

 It's not completely set up yet, I'm still working around molding and doors, but that's just fine with me! It's mine!

So far I've had some great company while I'm downstairs working!  He discovered the new road carpet I had stashe away while on a little trip to the basement for the recent tornado warning we had.  Once he found it, he hasn't stopped enjoying it!

The new space is oh so important right now because we have a craft show coming up next weekend.  My mom and I have a booth together, she sews those cutie dresses!  Neither of us has ever actually participated in one before (we sure have spent a lot at them) so we're pretty excited!  Just trying to have enough stuff to sell!  Every minute has been devoted to getting these hats done!

Almost there!

Photo Shoot Day

Obviously I love to crochet!  But I also love to take pictures of my kiddos!  I don't do it often, but when we do play around with the camera, it always turns out good...not because I'm good at taking pictures, but because I have such cute things to take pictures of!  When I finished this hat today, I knew I had to put it on Ellie's head!

A "photo shoot" at my house consists of Noah and I taking Ellie outside somewhere, and then letting Noah make her smile while I shoot away.  Here's what we got today...

Someone wasn't doing his job well...since he's in the picture!



The secret to our success!

My Partner

Then Noah wanted to wear a hat too....so I let him model this mornings new pattern attempt....

Believe it or not, Ellie is much easier to take pictures of, Noah doesn't stay still!  This is definitely an adult sized hat...an adult with big hair like mine!  It was a great day!

All hats are for sale at www.facebook.com/byhishandscrochet

Flowers Flowers everywhere!!!

Someone mentioned to me they wanted to order some more flowers...and I knew I was a little behind on my pictures of flowers....but I didn't realize how behind I was!!  To head on over and check out all the new flowers added today.  Some cute Halloween flowers and hair clippies too!

By His Hands Crochet

Camo Cuties

I have to give my Dad the credit on these ideas...there's a creative genius hidden in him...somewhere :)!  My mom and I are doing our first craft show in October in Woodstock, VA.  (It's okay if you have no idea where that is...although they have moved up in the world, they have a Wally World).  Anyway my Dad said I need to get some camo in there..."that'll really sell up there" were the exact words. 



Newborn Boy - Newsboy Camo




Newborn Girl - Newsboy Camo



I'm excited to play some more with the camo!

Looky what I got today :)

These googly eyes are going to look great on some hair clippies!

A little Valentine's day love!

I really just wanted the bees because my daughter has a dress with bees on it!

Christmas!!! Favorite Holiday ever!

No holiday associated...I just like them...and they were super clearanced!

Feeling Hoopy?!?! 

Not candy...buttons...how cute!

So this is going to be part of my work while at the beach!  My mom and I have signed up to do our first ever craft show.  So I really need to get ahead of myself.  I've been so blessed with orders that I'm a little behind...but that's quite alright with me.  

100 Fans Giveaway!!!

We made it to 100!  So we're celebrating with free stuff!!!

When - Monday evening as close as possible to 9pm I will hold my giveaway.  (I have kids who are normally in bed before 9...but they're kids...ya never know)

Where - Facebook of course!

Who - Anyone who likes my page!

What - I will have 4 items to give away, I'll share them soon! (Four in honor of the 4 in my family...and I like even numbers!)

How - I will post for different questions, one at a time.  The first person who correctly answers the question will be the winner.  I will ship your package to you.  Watch out for upcoming hints as to what the questions will be about.

Why - I know with my return to work, I'm not going to be able to do as much, so I really wanted to do something fun to show my appreciation! 



You might see some of this Monday night!



Hope you see you Monday night!!!

~Carly

Blessings in disguise...or in cute hats!

Dropped all this off at the post office this am.  The girls receiving these things might not know just how much of a blessing they are to me!  If you haven't noticed by my facebook posts, we are currently finishing our basement.  We are doing it with the help of some family and friends. Everytime I turn around I feel like we are buying one more thing...and it's adding up quickly.  Silly me doubted in the beginning how we were ever gonna pay for this basement...but I forgot to trust in the one who always carries us through.  God has continued to provide a way for us!  So thank you ladies, but most of all thank God!

I was then able to be a blessing to others. These hats will be donated to a NICU. Visit

http://thedaintydaisyblog.blogspot.com/2011/07/rosies-cozies-is-ready-for-action.html  to find out more!

Sneak Peak

Before we run off for today's adventures, I thought I'd share a little bit of what I'm working on!

Any Guesses?!?!  Have a great day and enjoy every blessing!

Showing their backsides!

Haven't you always wanted to know what the back of the flowers look like?!?!   Probably not, but the backsides are one of my favorite parts of making the flowers! 

It's like a little hidden surprise from me, no one really sees it, since it's attached to a headband or a hat, but you and I will both know it's there! 

It's so much fun finding just the right ribbon to compliment your flower!

Oh...and P.S.  welcome to the blog!