Happy Birthday To Rob

I know I'm a few days late. Happy 28 to Rob! Finally he has caught up with me in age and I don't feel so old!

After my knitting class I met Rob to celebrate at barolo in Seattle. It's a newer Italian Restaurant that has a very cool, sexy, modern vibe. I like it. The Happy Hour rocks and the dinner was great too! Although the gift I bought for him didn't get here yet, he was happy to see that the cats gave him a gift certificate to the gap with a homemade card. They are so thoughtful.

We're still putting the finishing touches on the basement laundry area, but have you seen Rob's faucet? Also, if you want to see more pictures, click here.

He's so proud of it. We found it at a used restaurant equipment store and now we can wash and pre rinse anything of any size.

Another Project Complete

My boss is having a baby girl. She's due at the end of the month. I am super excited to make my first baby project for her. I just finished it today (just a few minor finishing touches left).

Pattern: I'm not sure, it's a mixure of a few different patterns. Mostly a free Lion Brand Pattern that I found online.

Yarn: Trendsetter Blossom Yarns in Majenta. I would have prefered blush, but at the time, this is all the store had. I love this yarn. It's a little pricey, but it's so soft. I have my made myself and my mom scarfs from this. It was great for this project, because it's so forgiving when you make a mistake or have a problem with the seams. I used 3 balls and hoped I would have enough for a pair of booties, but I didn't.

Needles: US 7

Started: Jan 20th, 2007
Completed: Feb 03, 2007

Notes: Originally I planned to use a button, but instead I used a zipper. It's white, but I think it matches ok.

Next up:

Finish Gift for my Mother-In-Law

Finish another Baby Sweater.

Weekend Eating

This weekend we really had a food filled weekend. It's so nice, because it might be cold, but at least the sun is out.

On Friday night we went out to dinner with Dave and Tami at Jalisco Restaurant in North Capital Hill. I's never been to that area to Cap Hill and was really impressed with how neighborhoody and cute it was. Mexican food just doesn't sit well with me, but this was good, even though I didn't feel well later. There must be something wrong with me. Plenty for leftovers and great prices.


Saturday morning we got up early and started the day with a trip to the Pike Place Market. The market never gets old and there is always something to do. More Pictures here. The sun was out and it was a beautiful day in Seattle. We picked up lemon pepper pasta and fresh clams for dinner later that night. Stopping for lunch at Three Sisters was a real treat. It's a really well known little eatery in the market that's been there since 1912. The sandwiches are great and shouldn't be missed. Get the pastrami, you won't regret it. We also tried the halibut chowda, which was divine (not too creamy).

On Sunday, Rob and I tried a new breakfast spot down in Seward Park. Bothways Cafe. It was great! I had the pacific northwest omlet. A nice omlet with smoked salmon, spinach, mushrooms, toms, and cream cheese. Yumo!

Great Food and Great Company! What a nice weekend.
Don't forget, it's someone's birthday tomorrow!
PS. I have no idea what happened to my menu on the right hand side. I'm trying to fix it.

Ask me to see my Lady Eleanor

It's finally finished. The Lady Eleanor Entreloc Stole from Scarf Style. It took me about 2 months. Here are the details.

Pattern: Lady Eleanor from Scarf Style, by Pam Allen
Yarn: Patons SWS - Earth, 10.5 balls and Berroco Suede - 3715 Tonto 1 ball
Needles: US 8 Knit Picks Options, 32"
Started: Dec. 18, 2006
Completed: Jan. 18, 2007
Modifications: Doubled the suede with the SWS for the border and fringe. Blocked with a damp towel and steam ironed the top with a pillow case.
Notes: I'm wearing it today. I've got two work functions to go to tonight and I've already received tons of compliments!

Fringe Closeup

The Basement Make-over

BOO! The Seahawks lost. We had Liz&Adam and Dave&Tami over for brunch to watch the game. I cooked! I tried to make sticky buns but they didnt turn out. Later I tried again and it smelled just like grandma's house...mmmmm.

Because we have some busy weeks in front of us, this is going to be a few weeks in progress.
















On Saturday we decided to start working on the basement. Plan: general clean up and make it look nice. It's not going to be one of those basements that we use to have people over, watch tv or work on our computers. It should still look nice though, you know? Laundry is the main use.

After moving in the cabinets that were previously in the garage (the ones behind Rob), Rob said we needed to paint them inside and out in order to start using them. We even installed fancy handles so they look even better! We repainted the gross fake pink tile back splash panel while that was behind the laundry sink. The walls are now a nice light brown color to create a contrast with the white. Rob is building a new sink table with extended counter for folding laundry with a bar overhead for hanging clothes. I also am looking for an commercial grade sink faucet. If you have any suggestions, please let me know.

After that's done. We'll put down the cork floor, frame around and close in the furnace, and build a 2nd bathroom. I can't wait! Now, if Rob didnt have class 4 nights a week, we'd have this done much faster! Just kidding, Rob.

BEFORE PICTURES

AFTER PICTURES (so far)