Winter Happy

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! Been f-f-f-freeeeeeezing cold here these past few days, roughly -4°C. We've been sitting under a freezing blanket of thick fog which has made the wider landscape disappear completely, and the close-up landscape enchanting.

The low temperature is exhilarating, well I find it that way and I wonder why so many people I've met today have complained about it. Yes I know it kind of makes you feel like your face is falling off, but at the same time it feels so brisk, cleansing and energising! 

I've found myself mesmerised by icy foliage. I just adore to see ice crystals, I find them fascinating and totally beautiful.

I've spent a lot of time these past few days with my eyes wide, wide open, drinking in every little wintry, icy detail.

Somehow we don't get to see icicles very often, they seem so rare and magical. The Little People were suitably wowed when I showed them these beauties on the way to school.

I had an hour to myself this morning whilst Little B was at playgroup, so I spent a portion of it racing around town doing some Christmas shopping. I love this olde-worlde arcade which is always decked out beautifully at Christmas time. It contains some pretty special little shops too......

.....inside this one is completely delicious. I bought some very sweet gifts for friends and family here, ooooo so many lovely, desirable things lay behind that pretty window! Still seem quite a long way from being "done" with gift buying, but I am certainly more on top of things than I usually am.

I came home with icy air in my lungs, rosy cheeks and tingly-cold fingers and spent a little bit of quiet time defrosting myself. I really appreciate these little snippets of me-time in my week, they are short but very sweet indeed. Just me, my thoughts, a good coffee and the tick-tick of my favourite clock. It restores my equilibrium.

I went for a walk today, well actually I should say that We went for a walk, as it was Little B and I. I know it was very, very cold for strolling, but I had a sudden urge to go and see if the waterfall had frozen and Little B was more than happy to oblige. We stepped off the street to follow the path along the canal and under the castle until we reached the waterfall.

Two years ago, this waterfall did indeed freeze completely and you can see some incredible pictures of it on Heather's blog. But today, even though it was f-f-f-freezing, the water was still flowing.

Still, it was a lovely little walk, we really enjoyed it. I love that Little People don't ever seem to question the weather or the temperature, they just enjoy being out and about. And I have to say, I felt exactly the same today. I felt really unexpectedly happy strolling about in this cold, wintry weather.

After my last post (the Giddy one), I am hugely excited to tell you I am almost there with my wreath making exploits. Ohhhhhhh I am love love love love LoViNg it!!!!!! I can't wait to show you!!!!!!

After I pinned everything in place last night, I noticed there were a few gaps that needed filling. So today I made some little be-ribboned flowers.

They turned out really well with their dotty button centres and little ribbon tails (pattern for the flowers can be found here). Well the whole wreath is looking rather lush I have to say. Really it is. I will have a glorious Ta-dah post for you very soon.....ooo honestly, a huge shiver of excitement travelled down my spine just then, hahahaaa!!! I've got the Giddy Shivers!

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Comments

[Beverly MacCarthaigh]

What lovely pics.

[Dawn piper]

What great pics isn't, nature just wonderful! Can't wait to see the finished wreath.

[Kris]

Loved those winter pictures. And your friend's photos of the frozen waterfall! Amazing!
Stay warm!!!
xo Kris

[Rachel]

Such a gorgeous post! I love all your icy pictures, I've taken some myself too, but I'm not as brave as you, I didn't stay outdoors for long!
Can't wait to see your gorgeously colourful wreath!
Rachel x

[Rachael Iddon]

What a tease...Looking forward to seeing the finished article. Loving the frost, we've got it too, it's so pretty.

[Kate]

We have had heavy frost too- and fog- I had a wonderful bus ride into town today past trees and hedges covered in hoar frost, so beautiful. The older I get the more I appreciate Winter.

[Helen]

Such lovely pictures, I love how delicate frost looks and how it makes everything pretty even litter but especially foliage, it seems to have been created for this time of year.
Your wreath sounds so exciting, I can't wait to see it, I've been having a go at your jolly holly patten, I've made 5 now and think I've got it all sorted in my head, I've added bells and am going to hang them on the tree!
http://ahandfulofhope.blogspot.co.uk/

[Emma]

Hello Lucy,
I love your winter pictures! Especially the Icicles. That is rare!

I'm currently doing a guest post series about the knitter/crochets Wool stash, I'd love it if you could take part? I couldn't find an email address to contact you directly but I have left you my email! I look forward to hearing from you.
Emma x

[Sherry in MT]

So love seeing all of your crafting but I also totally enjoy seeing the snippets of your home and town. Thank you for such wonderful and cheery posts!

[Lisa G.]

I felt sad to see the bright green ivy next to icicles! But beautiful photos, Lucy. The shop certainly looked appealing.

[Cheryl Mitchell]

Awesome to see your side of the world, when Australia is hot humid and raining here in Melbourne. I love your blog, I visit frequently to be inspired, you are one talented woman! I envy your village it looks so beautiful, a world away from here!! Thanks for the glimps into your life in a beautiful country!!

[Joy]

You pictures are beautiful and I love your town and would love to visit it .... perhaps one day I will.
In the meantime my wreath is growing and I have my bits and pieces ready to go on it .... can't wait to see you finished wreath!! Have loved your mittens and scarf today Lucy ..... you are fantastic the way you share your life with us all!!

[ale balanzario]

Thanks for this lovely post!!

[Kate - The Garden Bell]

All looks well in Hobbit land... wait.... does it really freeze there where the Hobbits live. Do love to see your seasons change. Stay toast-ie warm this season.

[Jacquie]

Hi Lucy, gorgeous images and lovely to see some familiar spots from my visit.The world of ice is quite magical and it's too lovely to miss when it arrives.
love your ribbon flower :0)
Jacquie x

[Sara Jenkins]

I love the icy landscape too. Quite magical and uplifting. I'm looking forward to seeing your completed wreath. What will you do next?! ! x

[GrannyTaughMeToCrochet]

Just seeing your pictures reminds me of where my granny lives in richmond. I love the cold too. Not sure my chucks do. I have to smash their frozen water everyday at the moment. How the piggywigs are okay and snuggleing to keep eachother warm. Can't wait for your festive wreath ta - dah! xx

[Cassandra]

It does look cold...we have been lucky this year, the tempurature has barely dipped below 0. I really can't wait to see your wreath when it is done!

[Mary]

The frost is magical. I LOVE, actually, PREFER walking in the cold. Much more invigorating. I can't WAIT to see the finished wreath!!! I'm sure it will be lovely.
Looking forward, as always, to your next post!
Just as cold in Maine, USA <3

[tammy]

I truly look forward to your posts and pictures!

[Cathy in Maryland]

Lucy, I enjoyed "window shopping" with you! And the walk along that lovely path and the amazing designs Jack Frost left about were indeed awe inspiring. Thank you for sharing it all with us. I also love your enthusiasm. :-)

[eskimo*rose]

Hello my lovely,
I adore this time of year - yes it's freeeeeeezing, but oh so beautiful. I opened the curtains to what I can only describe as Narnia yesterday, the frost was stunning, long crystals bedecked every surface, the sun shone making the landscape look like it was covered in little sparkling diamonds ... I was cursing myself on the walk to school, for not bringing my camera with me! I hope your xmas shopping is coming along well
xx

[Julie B]

Love your photos- I think I recognise the town as somewhere we visited last summer in Yorkshire but I cannot remember the name. I also am looking forward to seeing your Christmas Wreath.

[monica]

Que lindo todo!!!!

[Jayne]

Beautiful pictures, I am so excited waiting to see your latest project.