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Monday, July 27, 2026

Needlework Update - July, 2026

 Good morning,

Welcome to the current Needlework Update!  This is where we share needlework items completed since the last update.  

Above is my signature original afghan blanket design in my favorite colors:  New Large Afghan Blanket in Shades of Blue and White.  It was hard to put this one in the shop rather than keep it for ourselves.  $185.  Only one available.  More images and information are here

 This is a favorite, too.  The Blue and The Gray Lap Blanket will be welcomed by a man or a woman.  $65.  More images and information here.

What a lovely gift for a student going off to school.   This one happens to be in Georgetown colors.  There are other colors in the shop, too.  

See more afghan blankets in many sizes here.    

 This is a lovely baby shower or first birthday gift.  The turtle is all crocheted together with no loose parts.  The blanket is warm, yet airy enough to use as a breastfeeding cover-up.  $65 for the set.  More here.

Our Babies and Children Section is here:  https://www.etsy.com/shop/EvensensProductions&section_id=57765808 

Since they take awhile to make and I want to be prepared for the season, I spend much of the Summer knitting and crocheting hats for Fall and Winter.  This is a washable wool blend Scandinavian Intarsia design.  $40.  More images and information here.

 These are available in a range of sizes so there is something for everyone.  $40. More here.

 

So many colors and designs available!  This one is also a wool blend.  $40.  More images and information here.

 

And, patriotic colors for the USA, Norway, and many other countries.  This is also a wool blend.  $40.  See more about it here.

This blue and white Scandinavian Design Blue and White hat is knit in washable acrylic yarn.  $38.  More information here.

Our Basket Weave knit design provides a lovely warm texture. Fits 24"-28".  $38.  See more images and information here

We have dozens of similar Hats, Scarves, and Headbands available to ship now here


Our popular Cloche Hats can also be used as Chemo Caps.  They fit snugly below the ears or the brim can be folded up.  They roll to fit into your coat pocket.  Only $10.  More details here.


This is a similar hat in Charcoal Gray washable acrylic yarn.  $10. More here.

And, finally for this month is a lovely Cloche Hat in shades of blue and white.  $12.  Details here.

We have dozens of similar hats from $8 available here

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All the very best,

Lois

Sunday, July 26, 2026

Lamb on the Grill

 Good morning,

This image was captured in our own back yard.  Kjell was preparing lamb on the grill.  It tasted even better than it looked and smelled!

Yum!

Are you grilling outside this summer?

Enjoy!

Lois

Saturday, July 25, 2026

Life is Like a Box of Chocolates

 Good morning,

As Forrest said, "Life is like a box of chocolates... 

 ...you never know what you're going to get."

This box of chocolates was a gift Catherine and Erica received in their suite aboard Independence of the Seas.  

Lovely!

All the best,

Lois

Friday, July 24, 2026

Salmon Salad

 Good morning,

Salmon Salad for lunch served in Chops Restaurant aboard Independence of the Seas.

It looks scrumptious!

Enjoy,

Lois

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Corn Hole on the Glass Bridge

 Good morning,

This sure looks like fun!  It's a game of Corn Hole on the Glass Bridge of Independence of the Seas. 

 The game is between crew members and guests.  What fun!

Thanks for the images, Catherine!

Love you,

Mom

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Life is Just a Bowl of Cherries

 Good morning,

Are you singing that title yet?  I'll be singing it all day.  ;)

We've been doing a great job of having healthy snacks (most of the time) as we watch TV in the evening.  

OK, there are some evenings we have ice cream, but, hey, we are trying!

;),

Lois

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

Front Porch Flowers

 Good morning,

Here are today's blossoms that I grew from seeds.   

 These are growing on my front porch.

It's amazing how easy this is to enjoy Mother Nature's beauty.  I just toss some seeds in the pots on the porch and wait.  

So simple;  so pretty!

Lois