I was about to send you an afgan, until my son asked for it as a house warming gift. Since he is my son, has a new townhouse, and is a Sailor, I couldn't say no. I'll start working on a new one soon.
Terri. What could go wrong?? Well when I was a kid my dad decided to make pickles in the basement. He got these big crocks and put in the cucumbers, the pickling spices and then put lids on them. He just didn't read all the instructions. Like put something heavy on the lids to hold them down and burp them occasionally. Late one night we heard small explosions coming from the basement. We (OK, my Mom did) ventured into the basement to find the lids flying off the tops of the crocks. There was pickle juice and a small pickle or two all over the basement. Good luck with the pickling project. LOL
Terri, How long to we have to get them to you? I have all the pieces knitted, I just need to get them sewn together. Things are a little crazy around here. We are about to be under major construction again. I'm trying to get all the items bought before the contractor needs them.
Nope, Hold onto the scarfs for a while. Then you can either send them to me or directly to our adoptees. Right now I'm up to my ears in a basement (sewing room) reno and I have no place to store them. I'll post my address in a few weeks. Some one remind me, OK.
Teri, My non-knitters are doing scarfs out of fleece. Just buy the tie dyed beige color then cut it into strips that are 7 or 8" wide and the width of the fabric ( which is close to 60"). No fringe! If you want to learn to knit, just knit every row until you get to 60". I use sport yarn (desert camo), #9 needles, and I cast on 30 stitches.
ok How is everyone doing???? Terri sorry I have not got my box off to you I promise you will have it and more on time........We have a young woman (40's) in our TRIO group at school that has been told she has cancer and they only give her to the end of the year....she has a great spirit and is try to finish her schooling but she has been denied medicare to date so I have been using my extra time and money working on fund-raising for her so please know that I think of this group of wonderful sisters daily and I will have blankets to ship........hope this finds all with songs in your heart and smiles on your faces.huggs
Terri, I had an afgan to mail but my son asked if he could have it for his new home. I'll be finishing another one soon and sending it off as soon as I can.
I use to knit or crochet while at my son's swim meets.Since he only swam in 4 races, I had plenty of time to knit. Now I knit while I watch football on the weekends or while I watch TV in the evenings.
I didn't get any knitting done, but I did get one almost sewn together. Now all I need to do is put the edging around the outside. I'm hoping for the end of the week. Right now they are working on our basement reno. Every time I get something started they call to ask me a question.
I am so with you. I've got 2 afgans started. Halloween items that need to be finished and 35 pillowcases to be shipped out next week (don't ask). In the middle of all that is the basement renovation that will be the new home of my sewing room. Good Luck!
The contruction continues. They are now telling me it should be 3+more weeks. But at least all the items are here and waiting to be put in in the right order. Years ago when my oldest was leaving for school, I went into his room and started measuring the room. I turned around and he was leaning in the doorway. He gave me one of those looks and said "Mom, I'm not gone yet!" OOPs. I'll put some pictures on my page so you can see the progress if you'd like.
I everyone ..............sounds like everyone is busy busy busy .....I'm so happy that we work so hard to buy all these modern convinces to make our lives easier ........ well Terri I finished my afghan so the box of blankets will be on it's way to you .........who are we working on now....ship or sub....
Terri, I mailed out a box this morning. Its got a fleece blanket in it. I forgot to put my usual check in it, so I'll put it in the afgan when I ship that one.
If any of you are shipping scarfs to me, could you please send them as soon as possible. I will be away the week of Thanksgiving and now I will need to travel the following week. My son's sub is getting back and so I need to mail the scarfs off early. Thanks every one
I am a senior in High School (thank goodness) I live up in Big Bear. I'm here for my boyfriend, at the moment he is in boot camp. His PIR is February 26th, cross your fingers that all goes well. I started knitting in fifth grade. I just finished a blanket for my mom. I am currently working on one for this group. It's one that is made out of scarves instead of squares. It's easier to transport around then just one big blanket. I hope it turns out well! Hope all is well with everyone. And thank you for answering all of my questions!
This is such a great thing. My son is currently at BC, Ship 11, Div 119. I don't know how to knit or crochet; but my mom can do both and she has even made our children the no sew fleece blankets for my children and granddaughter. I am going to have her teach me how to do these so that I can participate, with her help. I'll admit I am not at all good at sewing and could only crochet a chain when I was younger; but I look forward to this challenge. What a great thing!!!
Hi, I am a Navy grandmother and I am just fininshing a knitted coat for myself. then I saw this on the navy4moms. Called my daughter, whose son is in ship11, division 115 and she said rhias siteisopen to all family members. I am hoping there are more grandmothers for me to connect with. Anyway, I saw the jumbo kneedle patern. I like circular needles and simple stitching. Any ideas? Sign me Cameron's grandmother, Abie
Hi Brittney,
My names Chelsey. Congradulations on joining. I think knitting is easier but I never really tried to crochet. I've always been a knitter if you want any ideas let me know! :)
Also Brittney if you just do the Knit Stitch you can make scarves and sew those together. They can be different widths as long as they are all the same length. Good luck!!
Hey everyone long time no chat, I hope everyones weekend was good and of course happy belated valentines! I finally got so more yarn so I hope that in between work and school I can finish everything up. Everyone have a good day!
Hi ProudMom...I'm another proud mom! My son was transferred to Great Lakes as an instructor for A school in November. He had been on a ship for about 4 years. I just love to read about all the afghans being made and as soon as I can sort out my yarn I'm going to get one made also.
Hey Terri,
You said a while ago that you made wash cloths with an anchor on it. I was wondering if you have the pattern still and if you do, would you mind sending it?
Brittney why can you not join a branch?
I am new to the group I was so excited to come across this group My son is in boot camp right now so this is a perfect way to keep myself busy I picked my old hobby up again but now its for a good cause I had forgotten how much of a stress reliever crocheting can really be Now that I have started its hard to stop Right after I joined I got strarted on my 1st blanket I have had a lot of fun shopping for yarn and I am trying to see who else I can get involved. Great idea ladies
Hello ladies Im sorry its been so long since I have been on the site That doesnt mean that I have stopped crocheting though LOL I am enjoying it so much once again. Yes I have finally started receiving letters from my son and I have even received two phone calls from him Im so happy happy happy I also am trying to recruit others who have the same interest and they think that it is a great idea ladies I have spoken also to the ladies in my mother in law s church My question is should I give them the address and let them send the blankets themselves or should I let them give it to me and then I mail it.
Hi Terry....Hi Everyone.....I come home with my tail between my legs because it has been so long....I have miss this group and I promise I will be sending out a couple of blankets this week....so how is everyone .....what Sub (Ship) are we working on now....
Hi everyone "TERRI" I was also going to suggest we join forces with Molllie ..but Terri I want to still keep your dream alive ...I know after voting night and day we were able to succeed in the Pepsi Refresh ,,,how about we try willing that contest and any others out there .....NitaBee I'm right there with you ..I have not made pillow cases yet...but plan to make a couple
Hi, folks! I was a member quite a while ago, but had to drop out for several reasons (nothing bad). Looks like ya'll are at a crossroads...
I have knit a few watchcaps for my sailor, who serves on a submarine. He says the sleeping compartments are cold and of course, he has very little hair! He also wears them around the boat whenever he feels like it. He's given a couple to friends, too.
According to his command, they must be black, 100% wool, plain stockinette (no ribbing), and the brim should be able to turn up once. I have a very east pattern which is knit in the round. I can get 2 caps from one ball of Paton's Classic Wool. Don't know if this would interest anyone, but I'm happy to share the pattern with anyone who'd like to have it. I can post it here in a .PDF file. Hugs, k.
Junie, I believe as a group, we are not sending any blankets out to the sailors due to the cost of postage. But we are encourage to send them out individually if we like. The size of the blanket should be about the size of a twin bed, or you can make it throw size. I think you will find the sizes in the discussion area, just click on " view all" and the post should be there.. As for the lady who wants to send one to her son, I guess whatever size she wants. Twin size , no bigger than that though. I hope this helps.
Hi Junie, yep, its there, its the 5th discussion down after clicking "view all."
another suggestion, if you want you can even adopt a sailor in Molly's A Sailor group.. There is usually alot of guys and gals who don't get any packages, and would love to have some. or there might be a group in your area that sends blankets out. Perhaps a VFW post. I know you have alot of love tucked inside and anyone who gets some of that love will be so lucky, Good luck.
Help-I am trying to knit a baby sweater and I think instructions are incomplete-I have contacted the books website-I did set up pattern and being told to repeat it 12 times. Problem it has increases in it so that I can later divide-it is not telling me how to knit with the increases. At some point will have to divide for left front-right front and back. I would just knit the increases in back but after looking I need some from fronts too
where is everybody. I am doing okay.. I hope you are all fine, Pretty soon it will be cold weather and time for our knitting projects again. This plwce is quiet, no activity. HAve we all gone to other play areas.. Well I stopped in. hope to see some activity soon
I am working on a piece using hearthstone yarn. Speaking of yarn, I went to a renaissance faire. They had some knitting needles made from oak, crochet hooks too. scarfs and shawls made from different kinds of yarn.. really nice. Next year doing to get me some hooks and maybe some needles, don't need...just want..they are so smooth,, I stood there playing with the yarn and the hooks, actually did a few rows. well hope to see some action in here
You're welcome.. all I did was do a little needling do to speak. RJ's in school right now, learning to be something like a recruiter.. Today's his wedding anniversary.. WOW those 4 yrs flew by fast.. glad to hear JAM's doing well. I know she will love it.. that is the blanket you are making her. I have been busy trying to re-invent me... as soon as I get a handle on what I want.. I am going to see about getting a job. well that's it for awhile .. have a great day
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Sep 25, 2009
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Navybrightsmile
I was very happy to see that this group was here! I was wondering how the ship of the month gets chosen?
Jan 27, 2010
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Navybrightsmile
Jan 28, 2010
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Jan 30, 2010
abie
Jan 31, 2010
Navybrightsmile
My names Chelsey. Congradulations on joining. I think knitting is easier but I never really tried to crochet. I've always been a knitter if you want any ideas let me know! :)
Feb 2, 2010
Navybrightsmile
Feb 8, 2010
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Feb 9, 2010
Navy for Moms Admin
Elizabeth
Feb 13, 2010
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Feb 16, 2010
jean
What is the ship of the Month for March?
Feb 20, 2010
Anita B. (Josh's Mom)
Feb 25, 2010
Navybrightsmile
You said a while ago that you made wash cloths with an anchor on it. I was wondering if you have the pattern still and if you do, would you mind sending it?
Brittney why can you not join a branch?
Feb 25, 2010
Navybrightsmile
Feb 25, 2010
mfavored
Jun 25, 2010
mfavored
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Theblackdot
Aug 2, 2010
lauren
Aug 22, 2010
lauren
Sep 17, 2010
Kaye S.
I have knit a few watchcaps for my sailor, who serves on a submarine. He says the sleeping compartments are cold and of course, he has very little hair! He also wears them around the boat whenever he feels like it. He's given a couple to friends, too.
According to his command, they must be black, 100% wool, plain stockinette (no ribbing), and the brim should be able to turn up once. I have a very east pattern which is knit in the round. I can get 2 caps from one ball of Paton's Classic Wool. Don't know if this would interest anyone, but I'm happy to share the pattern with anyone who'd like to have it. I can post it here in a .PDF file. Hugs, k.
Sep 21, 2010
Kaye S.
Sep 21, 2010
Kaye S.
Sep 22, 2010
Kaye S.
Sep 23, 2010
NitaSewBee
Feb 22, 2011
NitaSewBee
Hi Junie, yep, its there, its the 5th discussion down after clicking "view all."
another suggestion, if you want you can even adopt a sailor in Molly's A Sailor group.. There is usually alot of guys and gals who don't get any packages, and would love to have some. or there might be a group in your area that sends blankets out. Perhaps a VFW post. I know you have alot of love tucked inside and anyone who gets some of that love will be so lucky, Good luck.
Feb 22, 2011
Buggy'sproudmom ship 09-div 338
Aug 18, 2011
lauren
Aug 18, 2011
NitaSewBee
where is everybody. I am doing okay.. I hope you are all fine, Pretty soon it will be cold weather and time for our knitting projects again. This plwce is quiet, no activity. HAve we all gone to other play areas.. Well I stopped in. hope to see some activity soon
Aug 20, 2011
NitaSewBee
Aug 25, 2011
NitaSewBee
You're welcome.. all I did was do a little needling do to speak. RJ's in school right now, learning to be something like a recruiter.. Today's his wedding anniversary.. WOW those 4 yrs flew by fast.. glad to hear JAM's doing well. I know she will love it.. that is the blanket you are making her. I have been busy trying to re-invent me... as soon as I get a handle on what I want.. I am going to see about getting a job. well that's it for awhile .. have a great day
Aug 26, 2011