Cozy Hearth and Home

Real stockings hung by the fire knit especially for 

my dear friend and Sophomore year college room mate, 

Karen Johnson.

There's nothing like knitting to keep a long-distance loved one close. 

As if our special friendship wasn't reason enough, 

following a well-written, beautiful pattern 

made knitting these even more of a pleasure. 

My friend Lara Smoot's sock pattern: Ferry Beach

Cascade's Heritage Silk Paints

Do you typically knit large or small projects for loved ones?
If you have a go-to pattern, I'd love to hear about it!

Trust me, this tasty morsel is a mouth-watering must-bake! 

Maple Oat Nut Scones with Maple Glaze

(a supposed Starbuck's knock-off)

At first bite, they instantly took top spot 

in my recipe collection. They're that good.

Crank up your oven, brew some coffee and reach for your knitting. 

You're about to have an amazing day. :)