Friend's Gift

My friend, Patience, surprised me with this beautiful shawl that she knitted for me. It is gorgeous and so soft. Great to wear in the office when my shoulders are cold from too much air conditioning. She used sock yarn, hand dyed by Lucy of www.mindseyeyarns.com. Visit Lucy's website to see all the beautiful colors that she has.

Once again, a big thank you to Patience for her continued friendship and thoughtfulness. I treasure it.

Various Projects and Christmas Pictures

Hi All! I have been unable to blog for a long time, due to my beloved, Warren's passing away on November 1, 2007. I am trying to cope with the loneliness by crocheting and kniting. These are just some of the projects that I have finished during the long hospital visits and the last two months. Also included, are Christmas pictures as I went to California to be with my family.

I made the sweater for my friend, Kathy. Made it out of Caron Simplysoft charcoal without a pattern, did it all by freehand. I am proud that it fit her so beautifully.

The wavy scarf is a pattern that my friend, Patience sent to me during my difficult time trying to keep my mind busy. The yarn is from Lucy's shop in Cambridge.

Buddy and Joey are my new dog friends that belong to my brother's family. That's my beautiful niece holding Joey. The house is Chuck and Donna's in Porter Ranch, CA. The tree was 9 ft. tall and Donna spends oodles of time decorating the house. She loves Christmas.

The sombrero woman is, of course, Mom on her birthday. I was glad that I was there to help her celebrate her 78th day. The other pictures are of our friend, Terry Johnson, whom we visited in Highland, CA and had lunch at the San Manuel Casino. That's Terry with her winnings.

Raffle Prizes for Revere Chamber's Golf Tournament

My friend, Anna created these buckets for the raffle prizes, using the knitted golf covers that I made for the tournament. Isn't she creative? She is quite talented!!!!

Diaper Cakes for Great Shower Gifts

My CURVES friend, Anna is so talented. These are called diaper cakes and are so cute. I have bought two so far as they make great shower gifts for new babies. If you are interested in purchasing one, please email me at blarneypro@aol.com for more details and pricing. Of course, you don't have to be a Red Sox fan as she can make a bear in a team of your choice.

Vicki wins the "2007 Unsung Heroine Award"

Congrats Vicki Richardson

Posted April 30, 2007

Sigourney Street resident Vicki Richardson has been chosen as Revere’s ‘Unsung Heroine of 2007′ by the state Commission on the Status of Women.
Richardson’s nomination and award were kept a secret until just last week, when there was a surprise party for her at the RevereCARES office on Ocean Avenue.
Besides working full-time in Boston and taking care of her husband, Warren, Richardson is very active around town as a member of the Chamber of Commerce, a ComCast public access volunteer and a number of charity endeavors too long to list here. She is certainly the best choice for the award.
A formal ceremony at the State House will be Wednesday, May 16th to honor all of the recipients statewide.

Revere's Mayor, Tom Ambrosino and Vicki
My beloved Warren who nominated me, also in the picture is Rosalee Vincent, Chief of staff to State Representative, KathiAnne Reinstein, Revere
Me showing offer one of many citations issued that day







http://www.mass.gov/women/ - If you would like more info about this award, click on the link above.

Thanks Chuck for the posting. This was found on my brother's blog.

Congrats to my sister, Vicki Richardson, for being the unsung heroine

"Vicki J. Richardson, Revere: is a volunteer for Revere Cares Community Coaltion and serves as a mentor for its Youth Leadership program to fight substance abuse amongst teenagers. She co-founded the Sudden Moves program which collects suitcases and teddy bears for displaced children and their families who are victims of domestic violence."

Posted by firstent at 12:01 AM PDT - Chuck Bruen

Mother's Day Afghan's

Check out the afghan's that I crocheted for my Mom (blue) and a friend's Mom (yellow) for Mother's Day, but shhhhh, they haven't seen them yet.

California Birthday Celebration!

I was lucky enough to make a visit to California recently to attend my Brother Chuck's Surprise Birthday Party. My sister-in-law did an excellent job at keeping it a secret from him. I was his special surprise as I hadn't been home in five years and he was happy to see me. Not only did I get to help celebrate his birthday, but celebrated mine as well. Fun was had by all!!!!! I knitted him these golf club covers and hope that he will use them. In the picture is my Mother, brother Chuck and brother Tim and, of course, me.

California Bound!!!!

I took a trip to California and these are potholders that I made for my Mother's Bible Study Group, which I met for the first time. They were impressed with all the many color combinations.

My Continuing Hat Kick

The head of our security at the office asked if I would make him a hat. Here is the finished product. His name, by the way, is Charles and he is terrific.

Patriots vs. Indianapolis

Here are two fans that were rooting for the Patriots! I don't have a picture of the after-the-loss picture, but they are having fun anyway.

Fun Fur Hats for Kids

My friend, Patience asked me if I would be willing to help make hats for the kids at Children's Hospital Boston out of Fun Fur. I tried knitting them, but so far have only been able to crochet with this yarn. The hats are stretchy and, as I understand it, the kids love the wild colors.

A Hat Kick

Check out my new hats. I'm on a roll making hats for me this time. The neck warmer was knitted by my Mom. Can you tell that I have lost 51 lbs.

Christmas Apron and My Santa Claus

I made this for my sister-in-law who always decorates her home beautifully for Christmas. So, I thought she needed a Christmas apron to go with it. (When I get a picture of her with the apron on, I will post it here. My brother promised to send me one). Anyway, the apron was made with Royale #10 crochet thread and a #10 hook. It took awhile, but I think it was worth it.


I also thought I would sneak in a picture of my Santa Claus (Warren) in his red scarf and Christmas card board that he made.

Neck Warmer and Treasure Bag for Christmas

I made quite a few of these for Christmas gifts and filled them with a variety of items, i. e., lotions, baseball cards, small toys, etc. The neck warmer is knitted, but the bag is crocheted. I still switch back and forth between the two and find that it keeps from getting bored with one project.