Thursday, February 11, 2010

The Knitted Hat...

is finished! I am absolutely shocked that it a) actually looks like a hat, b) actually fits James' big melon, and c) actually took me very little time to knit!
So, we had a little photoshoot yesterday. You know those times when you have to snap like 20 shots so you'll hopefully get just ONE good pic? Well I was pleasantly surprised to see several cute pics in the bunch. Well, at least I think they're cute - although, I am a bit biased.

::Click on the collages if you want a closer look and my handiwork
(i.e. the knitting AND the kid)::
An excellent example of the classic "mommy/camera obsession", no?

What does James think of his pretty, warm, basket weaved, homemade with love hat?

Pfffft. A BIG thumbs down. :(

He wore it for about... 3 minutes I'd say and then he politely handed it to me and said, "I don't yike it!" Sigh.

Am I a horrible mother if I MAKE him wear it?! (don't answer that) Fortunately, the hat fits me, too! So it's mine now. No way I'm letting all that work go to waste!!







19 comments:

Angela said...

At least he wore it long enough to get those GREAT pics. He is such a cutie. I''m not sure what happened with my post. i never actually changed my background.

Jen said...

First, James is ADORABLE! Second, your hair is so long and beautiful! You look amazing. Third, the hat looks perfect... I can't believe you JUST started knitting!

Jo Shabo said...

I don't know who looks cuter, James or YOU! Very nice job- that sure was quick to knit that- wow! I'm impressed!

Musical Mama said...

What nice work! (the hat and the kid ;) ) I love knitting things for kids, they take so little time!

Anonymous said...

My favorite is the nose-picking picture!! :) I am so jealous that you know how to knit a hat! I've always thought it was wicked difficult! Now I'm inspired to give it another go... It looks great!

Unknown said...

I think its great! Learning how to knit is one of my new years resolutions! I have sat in front of youtube for hours trying to learn- yeah its a no go.

Theresa Mezo said...

I love your new hat.. I mean, James' new hat! :)
I can't believe that you just started knitting, the hat is perfect & super cute too!

Our Little Family said...

That's awesome!! I'm in awe! James doesn't know what he's missing out on! :)

And of course, you're gorgeous! I love your hair!

Anonymous said...

so so so cute! The hat, the boy, and you! Love the pictures :-)

Danielle said...

You both look absolutely adorable in it! Great job!

Susan-Chasing Marcus said...

Looks Great Mari-Ann!

Dimes2Vines said...

You did a great job!
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kewkew said...

That hat is very nicely done. Wish I could knit. Oh, well. If my daughter hadn't liked the hat I wouldn't have been able to get any pictures of her in it. You were lucky there. Great that it fits you!

In response to your question on my blog, I do not have any certification or training in Montessori, besides the on the job training I received. When I started there only a couple of people were Montessori trained. I always wanted to get some more official training, but couldn't afford it. How are you getting your training?

Crystal Escobar said...

I LOVE It! Looks great on both of you :) I totally make my daughter wear things, haha. I tell her she HAS to wear what I say on school days and for church.
I love your blog, and I'm following you now :)

Little Family Fun said...

Wow! It looks great! I've always wanted to learn to knit. You and your boy are darling!
Linda

Cara said...

I am SO impressed with your knitting skills! The hat is so cute, on both you and James. What a shame that he doesn't want to wear it, but at least you got some cute photos!

Nicole {tired, need sleep} said...

Those pictures of James are ADORABLE... what a cute little guy! I can not believe he doesn't like the hat. Good thing it looks fabulous on you too! ;)

Counting Coconuts said...

Aw, thank you for all your sweet comments!!!

Sheri said...

Hi, I am looking through your old knitting posts because I am finally getting the courage to do something more than a square, ha! Anyway, looking at your pic in this one, are you from Minnesota? That is where I live, small world :) I have been following you for a little over a year and when I decided to do some baby knits I remembered that you had done some cute ones last year. I love your blog! Thank you for sharing with us!

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