I've been sitting at my computer trying to decide where to begin. I'm still not sure. There are so many finished objects and so many things in the works. I'm busy with so many things. It seems that lately every free minute is used to sew a blanket or knit a hat for The Preemie Project. The great thing is that I'm spending my time doing something I enjoy. It doesn't get much better than that.
Anyhow, this is what my computer room looks like this evening. "Disclaimer-This is my mess and not my parents. I take FULL responsibility"
First is a picture of the corner of the room, which is next to my computer desk. Pictured is donations to The Preemie Project that I have already organized. Yes, this is what you would call organized chaos.
The next picture of the room is off to the left of the picture above. More organized chaos. This is where I sit on the floor to organize donations as the come in. That really ugly doll is used to size newborn hats.
Then as you turn left again you will see an even bigger mess than above. All along that back wall I have the donations lined up. 
On the other half of the wall you will see more donations lined up, more chaos.
All in all I think that I have at least 15 boxes to get through. So what's holding me up? I don't have a color printer. NO, scratch that. I have a color printer, but it doesn't have a power cord. I need a power cord to be able to print donation tags. Anyhow I will have enough tags tomorrow to finally be able to get through this mess.
Why so many donations at once? The Preemie Project's Iowa Chapter is making a donation to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics NICU on Friday morning. For the past two months the volunteers have been knitting and crocheting pumpkin hats and booties. Some of them, including me, have been sewing pumpkin themed blankets as well. We're donating these items for the babies to wear the week of Halloween. We've created a pumpkin patch!
The volunteers have been sending in their pumpkin items the past couple of weeks. They have done such a fantastic job. I can't wait to see what the final totals will be. Here is a last-minute pumpkin hat, which I just finished this evening. I used Becky's Fruit Hat pattern. It is so easy and really quick. The best part is that it is done on double points. No seams!
My mom and I have also been knitting up some last-minute pumpkin booties. They will be matched up with hats that don't have a pair. We're a little bootied out at the moment. 
I've also been working on finishing up my 12 pumpkin/Halloween themed blankets. Here are 10 out of hat dozen. Missing are 2 that I'm going to blanket stitch this evening.
Check out the Donation Photo Album to see the hats, booties and blankets the volunteers have made. They did a fantastic job! Stay tuned for a picture of everything to be donated on Friday.
I've also been working on some items for the November first bi-monthly donation to the UIHC. Here are some examples:
Jester Hats with Booties and Large Blankets
To give you a better idea of how these items actually look with a baby, Hope will model some.
A closer look at the hat and booties. They are so cute!
Well I'm off to blanket stitch my last 2 Halloween blankets. I've leave you with a very cute picture of my babies. Don't they look innocent?
ON Hold for Now
Alright! looks like there is a lot:) love the gallery photos!
Posted by: catherine | October 19, 2005 at 01:36 AM
I love seeing so many donations coming in. Hope you get lots of boxes next week!
Posted by: wool winder | October 19, 2005 at 07:44 AM
wow! look at those donations... so many heads and feet will be warm this winter. and your kitties are adorable all cuddled together. love it.
Posted by: cyn | October 20, 2005 at 10:41 AM
Laura, I now live in Austin, but all of my family members are in So. Florida. Your prayers are appreciated. That is quite an impressive collection of donated items for the Preemie Project. Can you send me the e-mail again to register as a donator, again? Thanks.
Posted by: Judy | October 20, 2005 at 10:52 PM
Oh, Laura-- how darling can those little pumpkins be? What a fantastic project!!! I haven't been in touch, but you've been in my mind and heart. Happy Pumpkin Day to you!!!
Posted by: LauraRN | October 27, 2005 at 07:35 AM
Hello! I just wanted to let you know that I am your new Sockapal-2-za pal. I'll be sending your socks your way pretty soon. I just need to grab a few things for you to put in the pacakge. :)
Can I just say, I love those little pumpkin booties! Too cute. :)
Posted by: Your new sockapal-2-za pal | October 31, 2005 at 07:33 AM