Counting Sheep
January 11, 2009 at 12:17 am | In Crochet | 35 CommentsQuiet settles over the kitchen like a soft blanket, as the hands of the clock continue their journey around to the AM hours. The gentle hum of the laptop is the only sound, punctuated by rapid spurts of key-tapping when the words begin to flow again. In the dead of night, with fewer distractions to get in the way, I tend to accomplish much more work and brainstorming is possible than in the daytime which most other people spend their waking hours. Allowing my mind to wander, following random lines of thought and then coming back to a focus once more, this is the only way that I can truly write with ease. While the rest of the house is fast asleep, that light in the kitchen keeps me company.
By the time I begin to wrap things up, I wonder how many bakers are beginning to wake for their pre-dawn shifts. 3 AM, 4 AM; the times that average people would be loathe to think about opening their eyes at. An insomniac with an excuse, I no longer try to fight it or count sheep to lull myself into a tired state… And while I may have given up on those fleecy animals, that doesn’t mean they’ve given up on me.
Try as they might, coffee at the ready so that they might be able to outlast my restlessness, I can always see them fading as the hours creep onward. Eyes closing, flickering open, and struggling to stay that way, it’s clear that this poor little guy got stuck with a tough job indeed. When my stream of thought finally runs dry and it’s time to head off to bed, it’s then that I notice that this diligent worker has actually beaten me to it.
It really is getting late when even the sheep give up.
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Aw, your little sheep is adorable. Am I the first commenter? Apparently I need a little sheep of my own! LOL. Is this one a pattern of your own? I love seeing all your creations. I hope you keep a scrapbook or photo album of them all.
Comment by teeni — January 11, 2009 #
Ooooooooooooooooh so cute ! Nice !
I want, it is too cute! It’s really nice what you did with your hands, well done, as usual it’s unbelievable !
Comment by vgpower — January 11, 2009 #
He’s so adorable!!! I love his little sleepy eyes!
Comment by DJ — January 11, 2009 #
I love this post. I’m normally not a stuffed animal person, but once in a while I see a little animal like the sheep that I have to buy and “take care of.”
Your creations are beautiful.
Comment by stilllifeinbuenosaires — January 11, 2009 #
Aww, sweet dreams Hannah and your new friend! I really must try and learn how to do things like this because all of your creations are stunning. I would love to be able to give sweet little things like this to friends and family.
Although this is not knitting- or crochet-related, I thought you might like some of my friend’s work. She handmakes stuffed bears and sloths. Despite some of her materials not being vegan-friendly (e.g. mohair) her work is beautiful and her sloths are very cute. Her website is http://je-suis-lugly.com.
Comment by Happy Vegan Lady — January 11, 2009 #
I’m running out of adjectives to describe your creations! This one is just so cute =)
Comment by Shelby — January 11, 2009 #
Oh my goodness, stop it – too freaking adorable!! :-D
Comment by VeggieGirl — January 11, 2009 #
I would never have trouble sleeping again if I could snuggle up to one of those cuties!
Comment by Ricki — January 11, 2009 #
I honestly don’t know which I adore more – your culinary and craft creations or your writing about them! Adorable as always :-)
Comment by jumbleberryjam — January 11, 2009 #
Agreed. Too cute!
Comment by Ed Coffin — January 11, 2009 #
I love it!! Your stories are wonderful and have inspired me to start writing again. Keep using your talent to the fullest–it is a great gift!
~Fruit Freak
Comment by Fruit Freak — January 11, 2009 #
Aww I want one , he is SO cute! I love little animals! Did you make that yourself?
Comment by foodfashionfun — January 11, 2009 #
Very cute! You are so talented!
Comment by Lee, The Veggie Guy — January 11, 2009 #
You are too cute!! And that sheep is totally adorable :)
Comment by Gina — January 11, 2009 #
I could use a few of those sheep for my insomnia nights. :)
Comment by Jes — January 11, 2009 #
So sweet, Ms. H! Hey, isn’t it your birthday??? Happy Birthday (I think?).
Comment by shellyfish — January 11, 2009 #
Aw, that was such a beautiful written post! Not only is your culinary skilly bursting with creative, organized flare but I really LOVE the little knit/crochet folk you add, like that adorable little lamb! It’s just to cute! I need to get my hands on the “stich and bitch” and the “happy hooker” books… Thanks!=)
Comment by laci — January 11, 2009 #
These are adorable!
Yes, it is the Natural Gourmet Institute! I’m very excited! The program is only 4 months long, so if the offer is still on the table when I get back, maybe we can still work together!
I emailed your boss a while ago, but she has yet to get back to me.
Comment by Nicole — January 11, 2009 #
Where did you ever find such a cute sheep pattern – he is adorable. I am sure everyone wants to make one after seeing this cutie.
Comment by Anne Haun — January 11, 2009 #
Well at least I am not the only one awake in the wee hours of the morning due to no ability to sleep. I love your little lamb and even though she gave out before her job was done she was sweet company. Get some rest, you deserve it.
Comment by sheree — January 11, 2009 #
i love staying up late… too bad i have classes in the morning! staying up late and getting up early aren’t very compatible. very cute sheep!
psst. someone else mentioned it being your birthday. i’m not sure if it’s the exact day but i know it’s pretty close. happy birthday! : )
Comment by Ren — January 12, 2009 #
Your hours make it easy to communicate from the other side of the continent :)
I hope you get as much rest as that adorable little creature seems to be!
Comment by Alisa - The Frugal Foodie — January 12, 2009 #
Sooooo sweet!
Comment by Megan — January 12, 2009 #
Hello hello, my little night owl! It’s 3am, so I totally understand this post. My typical bedtime has been 4am as of late!
Comment by melisser — January 12, 2009 #
awwwwwwwwww!
Comment by val — January 12, 2009 #
So cute :) especially the one with the tiny blanket thingy :)
Comment by linda — January 12, 2009 #
You make the most adorable crochet. Specially little baby animals like the bunny you made one time.
Comment by veron — January 12, 2009 #
So wonderful! You make me want to take up knitting and crochet! I don’t think I’d be any good at it, but I would love to make cute little toys for my cats to play with, and stuff them with nip (the toys, not the cats!).
I just love your creations!
Comment by Becks~not a rabbit — January 12, 2009 #
I want a sheep, too cute! I need to take up crocheting, all of your creations are unbelievable, and it seems like a great way to relax (or pass the night away).
Comment by Hayley — January 12, 2009 #
Cutie little sheep!! :-)
Comment by Maureen — January 12, 2009 #
awww! adorable!
Comment by allularpunk — January 12, 2009 #
Oh what a sweetie for sticking with you! Even if he did fall asleep…
Comment by Fuji Mama — January 13, 2009 #
ohhhhh Hannah this is just TOO cute.. the poor little guy- he was tuckered out!
ive been having the same night owl-syndrome.. im up at 2.. pacing around the house for hours until i get dragged back to bed..
Comment by Mariposa — January 13, 2009 #
This is too cute! I am insomniac, too. I do my best work at night.
Comment by Oiyi — January 13, 2009 #
Aw, what a little cutie!
Comment by chowvegan — January 14, 2009 #