2010 :: Year End Review :: home

Yesterday I was reading my Home Review post from last year and realised yet again how reassuringly repetitive the rhythm of my life is. Even though this year my life has been turned somewhat upsidedown by the arrival of Little B, so many of the same simple things have continued to inspire and delight me each day.

These images today are a celebration of my Home, little snapshots of my domestic homelife throughout the year. Small pleasures, ordinary everyday occurances, but very special none the less.

Homemade blankets, sofa snuggletime, fresh flowers, a comfy bed, morning coffee, childrens toys, creative celebrations, decorations, fun and games, crochet (of course!),  precious time spent nuturing a new baby, precious time spent with the Little People, colouring, cuddling, baking, painintg, step sitting, firelight, candlelight, special times.

Hope you enjoy my homely year...........

So happy that I've been able to capture these little snippets and record them here so that they don't get swept away and lost in time. It's wonderful to be reminded of the ordinary itty-bitty componants of ones life and find that one loves what one sees.  I feel so blessed.

My blog continues to give me sooooooooooo much pleasure too, I love coming here and wittering away alongside my pictures!! It provides me with a hugely valuable means of memory-preserving which is so precious, especially given how dreadful my poor memory is. I've particularly loved spending time this week re-visiting the various holidays we've had through the year (ahhhhhh beloved Connievan, how I miss you ♥), and of course it's all there for my Little People to visit and enjoy in the future.

Thank you so very much for sharing this year's journey with me, it's been an absolute pleasure for me to open my Attic door and invite you in. I have often wished I could've been here more often (only 99 posts written this year, deary me, such slackness), but I continue to try and make the most of every day, to value all that I have, to be glad of the family and friendships (and yarn, flowers, magazines, sleep, cake, coffee, pyjamas, chocolate etc etc etc etc) that  bring such joy and happiness into my life.

Wishing you all a fabulous and Happy New Year, may 2011 bring you all that you wish for ♥

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ps. do pop by tomorrow, I've got twelve Monthly Mosaics lined up for you, it'll be quite a feast for the eyes x

 

 

Comments

[Donna]

How precious. Thankyou so much for sharing such happy times with us Lucy:)
Have a very special Happy New Year to you and your brood.
Take care Lucy.
Warmest wishes,
Donna x

[Marie]

I've enjoyed looking back over your 2010 with you, Lucy. As ever, it's been a feast for the eyes! Happy New Year, I hope 2011 is a fantastic one for you and yours and brings you everything you wish for x

[Sandi Lee]

Only 99 posts!!! you are doing better than me and you have a young family to look after.
For the first time in a long time I stayed in my pj's till lunch time today, it reminded me of you. We had 107.8F today, so by lunch time it was lovely to have a cool shower and freshen up.
Happy New Year to you and your sweet family, may you continue to have a 'heart skippy' happy year ahead. Thank you for opening your Attic daor and inviting us in.
x Sandi

[Sandi Lee]

*door*

[Andrea]

I always enjoy looking at your lovely pictures. Your home feels so warm and colourful. Love all these handmade bits and pieces. Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy New Year!
Looking forwards to all your adventures in 2011.
Cheers Andrea

[E]

Gorgeous photos. Thankyou for all your blog entries this year, you inspire me so much on crafting and making my home a happy little home, it has brought much, much happiness. Happy New Year to you and your family :D

[Rosemary]

Your blog has given me great pleasure and inspired me to make several crochet things for my own home including a much appreciated ripple cushion for my daughter. Looking forward to all the inspiration next year

[Sarah Rooftops]

These pictures are beautiful - I especially love the little family lined up on the mantelpiece!

[Andrea]

And a very happy and creative New Year to you too! Lovely pics!

[Nanita]

Thank you for all of 2010's inspiration, Lucy! A very happy and colourful New Year to you and your lovely family! xxx

[Lesley]

Lucy - you are a constant inspiration to me and your generosity in sharing patterns and yarn supplies makes me very thankful I found you! Happy 2011. Lesley

[Judy]

It's been a colorful happy year reading your blog. Wishing you too a very happy New Year! I look forward to another enjoyable year with you.

[Lisa]

Your blog is so lovely. I really enjoy reading it. I love your stories about family life and the warmth you project is so inspiring. And your colors!!! Fabulous. Happy, happy new year!

[Tatiana]

Gorgeous pics; I always feel so inspired when I read your blog! A quick question about the felt ducks and flowers in the 6th picture down, did you make those (I might have missed that post!), and if so, do you remember where you got the templates from? I've been looking to make something similar but my drawing abilities are rather limited :-)
All the best for the New Year!

[Judy Cloe]

I am a 68 year old American who loves your blog. I don't crochet but a quilting friend who does led me here about a year ago. I enjoy seeing all the color in your life and hearing about your little people. You have a beautiful home and are creating many happy memories for your children. I loved when you got to go on a trip with a friend and your husband stayed home. I have a husband like that as well. Aren't we lucky? Even though I don't crochet, I get inspiration for my quilts from your use of color.

[Karen]

And a very Happy New Year to you and your family. It has been a joy to find you and all that you share with us here on your lovely blog. Cheers to 2011...

[nina - tabiboo]

Just popping in to wish you (and yours) a very Merry Christmas Lucy and warm, warm wishes for 2011 - fingers crossed for a good one with a little bit of 'more of the comfy' same.

take care and huge New Year Hugs,

Nina xxx

[Jill]

I love your use of color and the cheerfulness of your home. Checking your blog is something I do everyday and I'm always so pleased with whatever you post. 2011 should be fun as your little one begins to explore his happy home.
Thank you!
Jill

[Jacquie]

Your lovely reviews have been such a highlight on a dull dreary week .
I wanted to let you know your link to Jane Fosters site has inspired my crochet project this week .I've just posted about it if you fancy a look .
Thanks again Lucy for such a delightful blog and your comments over at mine ,best wishes for 2011 :0)
Jacquie x

[Suzanne]

Each time I visit your little world I leave inspired to bring color into my life.

[kathi]

What are those cupcakes with the little wings on them? I remember making them years ago, but I can't remember how?

[Meredith]

Your blog brings color to every ones life. Thanks for sharing your life and your craetivity.
Happy New Year.
Meredith

[Sue]

Happy New Blogging Year, looking forward to 2011!
Sue
PS Is Conniean still with you????

[sam]

Lucy I am a latecomer to your blog, but MY how I love it!!!! Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful life with us all. I've been inspired by you this year, I made your wonderful bag which taught me how to crochet in the round, and my two beautiful dogs have had lovely snuggly granny blankets for Christmas, the sofa had new festive cushions, i go to bed warm and snuggley each night and my mum is getting a blanket for her birthday. Happy days my friend. Heres to 2011 and many more precious moments xxx

[kathi]

Happy New Year! Looking forward to reading your blog in 2011!