The Grand Marshall of the Parade Makes Her Apperance

So not the finished object I was expecting to post, but the most important one by far. Welcome to the world Doreen Mae Kelly





Born June 13th 8:26am 7lbs 8ozs 20 3/4”

And I have to say, the kid has spectacular timing, I went into labor about 6 hours after finishing her crib skirt. She was apparently very excited that her mother managed to make matching curtains and crib skirt, BEFORE she was even born. She just had to see them in person.

The rest of her room still looks like a tornado hit it, but dammit, her crib looks awesome.

And the Parade Begins....Shortly

So things are getting down the wire here in the McKenzie/Kelly household, only 6 days till my due date. Due to blood pressure that would just not behave itself I have been doing a lot of hanging out around my house on modified bed rest for the last few weeks. Actually not to bad of a gig, I don't just have to stay in bed, I really just had to cool it on the compulsive Ikea runs, oh and working.

That leaves time for a lot of nesting/crafting. Unfortunately the sun has decided to take a vacation from NYC this week, making photographic proof of the crafting kinda impossible. Here's a shot of my finished Hemlock Ring Blanket(Ravelry) to wet your appetite and I promise a Finished Object Parade will begin shortly, or as soon as the weather Gods permit

Again with the mermaids

Saw this at my local coffee shop. Not sure why she's so angry but I kinda like it




-- Post From my iPhone

Seriously

I hate to admit it, but in college I had a brief love affair with Kate Spade. Sadly it all had to end when I moved to Chicago and every Northwestern Sorority girl was carrying a Kate Spade like their life depended on it. There have been a few times since that I have been reminded of exactly why the break up was neccecary (like here) but dear God, never so much as when I walked passed this window display near my office.



The woman has gone and lost her damn mind.

Magnum P.I-tastic

My new obsession,



More the screen printing with felt, less Robert Pattinson. Thought the recipient of the pillow was definitely more thrilled with the Robert Pattinson aspect.

The technique is something I really want to explore more. Here is my second go around



Not sure if it's going to end up a pillow or just framed. But one thing's for sure, nothing says Friday like a little Tom Selleck

Who"s got two thumbs, and in extreme need of stitch markers?

This girl.

An Open Letter

To every pregnant woman that I have ever made a comment about your body, I am sorry. I had no idea what an asshole I probably sounded like. I’m sure the comments were meant to be complementary. I was probably thinking of how cute and adorable you look, but I would still never have made those comments if you were not pregnant. It’s not a topic most women are comfortable with, and shouldn’t become fair game just because you’ve been turned into a human incubator.

And why might you ask am I now apologizing for a comment I don’t even remember making? Well you see, Karma is a wicked bitch, and she knows how to put you in your place.

How else can you explain being 4 months pregnant, getting looked you up and down with a barely audible “tisk” and wide condescending eyes that settle on your growing stomach and hearing something to the effect of “ oh wow, look at you. How is your eating going?”

And because I didn’t want anymore karmic retribution, I refrained from punching them in the face. I’m expecting some karmic bonus points for that one. Do you hear me Karma? Bonus Points. Preferably in the form of a gifted massage or two, I think that is an excellent trade for good behavior.

Deal? Deal.