Morning all. I am very aware that my posts are a little repetitive at the moment :: I am not apologising for it because in my humble opinion there is no such thing as too much yarn or floral goodness. I find that days full of fresh flowers and colourful yarn can make one feel quite wonderful, especially if other things in ones life are not so wonderful.
The weather is appalling here this week, bitterly cold, windy, wet, stormy, grey.
I have noisy, grouchy workmen in the house, ripping sh*t out of my bathroom.
The noise is horrendous (think alarming banging and splintering wood).
I cannot think straight.
I cannot wash my hair.
I cannot take a pee.
I hate brushing my teeth at the kitchen sink.
But this week's purpley-pink tulips make me smile, and my crochet continues to provide me with oodles of pleasure.
I was going to show you pictures of my bathroom today, you know, to keep my blog "current" with events taking place. But when I uploaded them to the computer this morning I realised how awful they look. I will save them for a "before and after" post when all the "before" chaos has gone and we can oooh and ahh at all the pristine shiny whiteness.
So I hope you don't mind me sharing crochet progress with you (again)? Do you like how my Summer Garden is blooming so far? Can you just picture the above four blocks multiplied nine-fold and spread out over my bed? Oh yes, I am constantly imagining that sight and it fills me with joy.
As does the above image.
The first block I made was hijacked and put to immediate use.
So sweet.
So very sweet.
I may not be able to blog much more this week, as I don't intend to be hanging around at home very much. I've been busy arranging a full list of social engagements at places that have toilets and no workmen crashing and banging around.
There's going to be lots of crochet going on, and coffee drinking, and nattering.
Time spent with friends.
So good.
So very good to have friends.
See you all very soon.
xxxxxxxxxxxx
Oh - those colours are so beautiful together - I have to learn to crochet! Am a competent knitter but never get very far when I attempt crochet... :(
Am off to look for tutorials on YouTube - you have inspired me!
Posted by: Kristen | January 20, 2009 at 05:27 PM
Your new crochet is looking wonderful! I am sure it will look brilliant when its completed. Hope your bathroom gets sorted soon! XXXX Gem
Posted by: LittleGem | January 20, 2009 at 04:53 PM
I hope your bathroom gets sorted quickly! And could you please send me some magic "crochet-faster" medicine as I am trying to make a hexagon blanket for my friend's baby who is already 8 days overdue - if only I had started it sooner than 3 days ago!!!
Lucy x
Posted by: Lucy Locket-Pocket | January 20, 2009 at 04:52 PM
good luck with your renovations, the noise is the worst.
your squares are coming along beautifully, such an inspired collection of garden colors! hope you make good crochet progress while escaping your house turmoil this week.
my fave today is your photo of your bowl of snipped yarn bits. i love to gather mine in a bowl too, they remind me of colorful fallen flower petals, so pretty.
Posted by: luanne | January 20, 2009 at 04:15 PM
I think you just might have to crochet a dolly size blanket fot a little girl person! Good thinking to get out of the house whilst all the work is going on. It will give you a head start on getting on with your crochet.
Posted by: simone | January 20, 2009 at 04:01 PM
Wow, and I thought I was having a bad morning!...its always a treat to visit your colorful blog.
Posted by: Toni | January 20, 2009 at 03:29 PM
Thinking of you today and how you still manage to find such beautiful bright spots in your bit of stress. Don't worry...it will all be over soon and you will have a beautiful bathroom to enjoy!
Posted by: cathleen | January 20, 2009 at 03:28 PM
It's true. You can never have too much yarn and flowers! I love that your first block was stolen. It does look like a tiny afghan all on it's own. And I love that you keep all your ends together in one little bowl. Do you do something with them all later? Leave them all outside at once for birds to collect for nests?
Posted by: elizabeth of course | January 20, 2009 at 03:16 PM
Beautiful...your blog is like insta-cheer! Can you share what yarn you are using by chance?
Posted by: Caley | January 20, 2009 at 03:10 PM
I am just in love with your latest crochet project. The colours are lovely and the way you put the whole thing together is... well, just lovely too! In fact, I have used a fairly similar approach to my crochet pillow that I am making, only my squares are large and there are only four of them, but I am in the process of crocheting several rounds around the initial four (I needed to make the cushion bigger than the four squares, you see. Photos will probably be available in my next post). Do enjoy you week despite of all the goings on in your household. And just imagine the lovely new bathroom you will soon be having. I am looking forward to photos!
Posted by: Mia | January 20, 2009 at 03:07 PM
Love how the crochet is coming on - I'm itching to try out granny squares but know if I start - boring blanket wont get finished.
Looking forward to seeing bathroom
Sara
XX
Posted by: Sara | January 20, 2009 at 02:46 PM
hope the bathroom chaos is over soon, and loving all your crochetty goodness.
Posted by: driftwood | January 20, 2009 at 02:46 PM
I just want to say how much I love all the colour in your blog. I'm just like you when it comes to colour, makes my tummy go all fluttery!
Good luck with the bathroom makeover!
Posted by: Jools | January 20, 2009 at 02:33 PM
Your crochet is coming along well!!
I love that last tulip photo...could almost be a painting!
Posted by: Emma | January 20, 2009 at 02:24 PM
The squares are looking FABULOUS! The colors are really great all together. I do hope that you have a quick post or two this week so we can all have a dose of color goodness to keep us going. :)
I feel for you with dealing with the bath re-do. Not the most exciting thing. But I'm a little envious with the thought of being able to go and chit-chat and crochet at the local "hang out". Oh, wouldn't that be dreamy! No, I don't get out much. :)
Do try and have an awesome week even with the work going on around you. Think about the end result!
Posted by: Kar | January 20, 2009 at 01:49 PM
There can't be many things worse than having workmen in your home. I hate having them there. They seem to take over as if they own the place. I think they should all go on a training course as part of their job, to make them all more domestically acceptable. Make them polite, friendly, considerate, cleaner, smell better and less obtrusive. Well maybe if they could just wipe their feet and not leave the front door wide open, that would be a start.
Posted by: marmaladerose | January 20, 2009 at 01:38 PM
Oh kitchens and bathroom re do's they are the worst. I don't blame you for abandoning ship. At least you can take your lovely squares with you.
Bertie x.
Posted by: Bertie Meadows | January 20, 2009 at 01:28 PM
I wish I could do grannies so quicly as you do. And nice.
And the flowers are wonderful too.
Posted by: paula | January 20, 2009 at 12:15 PM
I love gawping at your crochet work and flowers. There can never be too much, never.
Hope the work on your house gets done and dusted soon, sounds like a pain!
Posted by: A Thrifty Mrs | January 20, 2009 at 11:49 AM
yes that is a good idea to get out of the house, leave them to it and go and have coffee and a natter, and a pee in peace LOL !!!!! it will be worth it in the end.
Posted by: mandy | January 20, 2009 at 11:25 AM
Definitely no need to apologise for such gorgeous colourful photos - all so beautiful in fact that I've been inspired to try some hexagons and made my first one last night! Might have to blog about it when I've made some more. Have a good week - its horrible having workmen around the house but the results will be worth it!
Posted by: Gina | January 20, 2009 at 11:22 AM
Very very beautiful crochet, progressing along nicely too. Hopefully the workmen will progress also. As always your photos are inspiring.
Posted by: Lara (thornberry) | January 20, 2009 at 11:21 AM
Your crochet has inspired me to take up the hook again! Today I'm off to buy some Rowan yarn. I'm so excited....will post a few pics to on my blog later.
Its awful having workman in your home...I never know what to do...I try and get down to some sewing done but its not the same as when you have the house to yourself...thank goodness its not for ever!
Thanks again for the inspiration, Lucyxx
Posted by: lucy | January 20, 2009 at 11:14 AM
I love seeing your blankie's progress so please keep the photos coming.
Posted by: Tania Hrziwnatzki | January 20, 2009 at 11:12 AM
You have inspired me so much with your lovely blog. I am a non crocheter and have just ordered a "Learn to Crochet" book! I want a crocheted cushion!
Hope the bathroom work is over soon. It will be worth the hassle when you have a lovely new room.
Have a good week.
Posted by: Liz | January 20, 2009 at 11:08 AM