Well, so many things actually! Sometimes I feel like an entertainer in the circus spinning plates on sticks--trying to keep everything balanced and moving. The new February blog banner is done and up early. It was now or never. Featuring our cat, Lily--in repose. As always. This cat is such a princess.
Let's see what else? Someone is knitting their first sock. (Not me.) These are Grace's busy hands. I've already put my order in for a pair of them.
I must thank every one again who's purchased my book and expressed excitement over it. I'm just so thrilled to know that, I really am. If you've made something with the patterns, don't forget to add it to the flickr group so we can all ooohhh and ahhhh over it. Take a peek at Judy's baby bunny (from page 94). And see what else she's up to on her lovely blog: Daily Yarns N' More. You'll be inspired!
If you've been waiting for a signed copy of Blanket Statement shipped to you personally by *Yours Truly*, here's your chance to get one. Another batch has arrived and awaiting new homes. Just drop me a note and I'll send you a Paypal invoice, or a shipping address if you want to do money order. S/H is still FREE!
And tomorrow...the new free-with-purchase bonus pattern is revealed! Check it out here.
Have a great weekend!
I love your new "February blog banner" with Lily! If Grace is allowing names to be put in the hat, then please add mine. HaHa :-0) The socks do look great.
Some times I wonder how you can get it all done. Now I know you are an entertainer. Have a happy weekend.
Posted by: Velma | January 30, 2009 at 10:31 AM
Cute girl with good hands! :) I don't think I ever thanked you for the embroidery patterns I got from you! I did three dish towels, my daughters and I both love them! I've printed the animals in aprons also! Thanks so so much!
Posted by: Diane | January 30, 2009 at 10:54 AM
LOVE the new blog banner! SO sweet! ~Mandy
Posted by: Amanda | January 30, 2009 at 10:57 AM
Lily is sooo sweet and I love her eyes, your banner looks terrific! I have been enjoying my copy of your book and so has my 25 year old daughter. Have a fantastic Friday~Smiles~Tam!
Posted by: Tam | January 30, 2009 at 11:59 AM
Oh, socks, so exciting. I've never finished a pair, but I am still awed by the five-needle thing. I feel like someone in an old movie, someone really calm and domestic, when I knit with dpns.
Posted by: bethgem | January 30, 2009 at 12:16 PM
Ooo...I love your new banner :)
And I'm so impressed by Grace's knitting skill...I've never had the guts to try knitting with double-points like that!
-DianeM :)
Posted by: DianeM | January 30, 2009 at 12:35 PM
Love the banner...and the fonts especially!!!
Happy Weekend to you, dear ~vicki!
xox
Posted by: Dawn | January 30, 2009 at 02:54 PM
Vicki,
Today is my birthday. Imagine my delight when I opened my present and it was just what I asked for..."Blanket Statement". It is everything I hoped it would be! Thank you so much for this portal back to a wonderful childhood.
Hats off for a job well done.
Your fan,
Jen
Posted by: Jen Bryant | January 30, 2009 at 03:14 PM
I love your new banner! Your blog is such a delight!
Posted by: Lavender Dreamer | January 30, 2009 at 04:27 PM
Beautiful banner - beautiful Lily - and your rug is out of this world!!
Posted by: Anne | January 30, 2009 at 05:30 PM
How pretty! Love your kitty!
Posted by: Rosa | January 30, 2009 at 06:03 PM
Just checking to make sure you received my email requesting the book. Thanks so much.
Posted by: Angela | January 31, 2009 at 12:55 PM
Wow that's a really fat cat!Or is she pregnant?
Beautiful eyes though.
And a great banner :)
REPLY: No, Lily is definitely not PG--she's been spayed. Her large size has more to do with her breed (turkish van) which tends to be on the husky side. She's also an indoor cat and so less active, but the fact that she has a penchant for pancakes and cheese doesn't help. Being nearly 10 years old, it's hard to deny her those pleasures--which are given--in VERY small quanities.
Posted by: spirou | February 01, 2009 at 04:12 AM
lovely banner! I'm of checking out the links on your post.
Posted by: heleen | February 01, 2009 at 07:50 AM
Love the February banner - Lily is truly a beauty! (I love all your banners...okay, I love your blog!!!)
Do tell us more about the rug Lily is sitting on. It's beautiful too! Is it handmade?
(I'm sad too about ME Home Companion - it seems that too many good things always come to an end far too soon!)
Posted by: Barb | February 01, 2009 at 09:21 AM
She loves pancakes and cheese?That's a smart cat!! If she's ten years old,then give her what she wants,i do the same with my dog.
I love her,she's very pretty :)
Posted by: spirou | February 02, 2009 at 04:45 AM
So many things to say....I love your kitty cat Lily. I also LOVE the rug she is relaxing on. AND...I also have a cat with one green eye and one blue eye. That said, I love your site(s).
Liz
Posted by: Liz Provo | February 02, 2009 at 01:19 PM
You are too sweet Vicki, thanks for the kind words. I do have another one started but I have too much on my plate to finish it. I really need to get going on it.
Posted by: Judy | February 02, 2009 at 02:18 PM
I really enjoy visiting your blog. You've been given the Lemonade Award!
Posted by: Sheri | February 04, 2009 at 05:20 AM
My cat (Harry) has a crush on your cat. She has beautiful eyes!
Posted by: Mary | February 04, 2009 at 06:30 PM
How do I get an autographed copy of your book? I would love to get one.
Thanks,
Lori
Posted by: Lori | February 05, 2009 at 06:35 AM
I've said it before and I'll say it again, I love your blog! (PS, I've given you an award! Go to my blog at: http://justdigginaround.blogspot.com/2009/02/and-proximity-award-goes-to.html )
Posted by: Jo | February 05, 2009 at 12:33 PM
Hello,
Just discovered your lovely blog!
I will be back...
~ Gabriela ~
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | February 06, 2009 at 07:51 AM
Lovely new banner, Vicki! I'm gonna check out your links now!
Take care. xx
Posted by: Christy | February 07, 2009 at 06:41 PM
Love the picture of the cat. We live in an old house so the vents are big. Our cat squeeze together to lay over the top of it. Always so cozy looking in the winter!
Bristol
Posted by: Honey Bend Vintage | February 07, 2009 at 07:13 PM
Your stuff is so flippin cute!!!
Posted by: Melissa | February 07, 2009 at 10:36 PM
Love your kitty cat. Just posted about my 2 kittys this week. Hop on over and take a look.
Your little bird in the top right corner is so sweet. I'm considering making a bird mobile but I'm still thinking it through.
Gotta find a few pretty bird patterns.
Posted by: ~ ~AHRISHA~ ~at JoyouslyLivingLife | February 08, 2009 at 04:27 PM