Monday Moments

 :: saying hello to the swans on our walk to school this morning ::

:: spending the morning in the studio, tidying up a little after the weekend and sorting out my yarn colours so I know what to re-order ::

:: smiling to myself every time I remembered Saturday's workshop, it was such a super day and I can't wait to do it again next month. Eight lovely ladies gathered around the table, hooking away and counting like fury! ::

:: this image kept coming back to me today, a happy memory of a wonderful day. Eight beautiful little birdies flew out of the studio on Saturday, I was so proud and very, very happy. My first workshop was a great success ::

:: starting out on a new hooky project today, this is the beginnings of a Winter Wreath. Nine beautifully soft colours of Drops Merino Extra Fine DK ::

:: I picked up a lovely little old chair this morning from the collectors centre across the road. It's such a beautiful shape, and is destined to be smothered in yarn...a funky companion for my Yarndale Lamp ::

:: such a happy relief to be treated to a dry, sunshiny day today. We've had so much rain lately that I had forgotten the joy of blue sky overhead ::

:: a warm little hand in mine. We walk about a mile each lunchtime on our way home from nursery, it's a time of chattery laughter and lots of Mummy happiness ::

:: fresh coriander from the market for tonight's dinner (this recipe) and a bunch of cheerful daffies in my bag today ::

:: the cheerful bunch of daffies went straight into a glass jar and onto the table. Lovely, lovely ::

:: saying hello to my little tete a tete's which are speeding their way upwards on the mantel (which really needs dusting I think, tut tut!) ::

:: sorting out a load of clean laundry to pack away into drawers, my stripy socks made me smile ::

:: sitting a while in the Attic window seat this afternoon with Little B, looking out over our town and enjoying our familiar view ::

:: pottering about in my sunny back yard this afternoon, I noticed with a leap of my heart that there is still a marigold flowering in one of my pots! How hardy these sweet flowers are (we had a hard frost last night), I wanted to kiss it's sweet little orange face! ::

:: much of my outdoor pottering this afternoon involved a set of step ladders, my trusty little camera, and my glorious poncho. I had a fab time photographing my latest hooky make, it is a very superly photogenic little number. I think we'll have a bit of a Ta-dah-moment to look forward to tomorrow! ::

:: a really lovely stroll to school this afternoon, it was cold, but the bright sunshine made me feel very happy indeed ::

:: the fresh scent of jasmine & lemon balm as I sit and write this evening, wrapped in my cosy, multi-coloured stripes ::

It's been a rather ordinary, lovely day, a gentle, happy start to my week. Poncho time tomorrow then, (squeeeeeeeeeee!), see you soon xxxxxxxxxxxx

 

♥...more little snippets from the Attic...♥

Yarndale Update

Introducing Yarndale

Yarndale Preparations

Studio Time

Wreath Making

Comments

[Elektrik]

Im looking forward to seeing the Poncho too!

[Sarah]

Im seeing a cross stitch with yarn pattern on the seat of that chair and a beautiful crochet something to fill the upper space! I may need to find one for myself!

[Debbie]

I love your blog. You have been such an inspiration to me. I've made your granny stripe afghan and your neat ripple afghan using the Lucy Pack from Stylecraft.

Will you be making the pattern for the bower bird available ???? I would love to make some of them for my family and friends.

[Rachell]

Sorry but another 'don't cover that beautiful wooden chair with anything' comment. It's really far too gorgeous a piece of craftsmanship . ;-)

[Ann]

Lucy, that chair is too lovely to be smothered in yarn. Please keep it simple. Love what you do

[Marion]

Reading your blog on a very wet and windy morning your lovely photos really cheered me up. Love the poncho.

[Christine]

Wow! This blog has cheered me up no end...Looking forward to your "Ta-Da" moment tomorrow!

[Hazel]

So glad the workshop went well. Can't wait. x

[karen]

I know Lucy said she'd be posting the pattern for the bower birds on her site once she got it written up, and since she had her class and I see instructions on the tables, I'm assuming she finished them - but I guess I missed the post. Can anyone direct me to the instructions? Thanks!

[Pat]

Indeed a happy post to begin the week, for all of us!!!
Pat xx

[Ariadne]

I would very much like to be part of that group of ladies. Instead I used my Christmas gift from my mum and joined another group here in my city and learnt how to crochet!And yes I have made my first bow, fish, owl and elephant!!!!! Thank you for inspiring me all these years and making me want to learn how to crochet!AriadnefromGreece!

[Maryannwk]

Good morning Lucy -
Please don't tell me you are planning on covering the chair in yarn. It is lovely as it is. Some things are not suitable for yarn bombing.
Mary Ann

[Rachel]

Hello Lucy,

Do you have a waiting list for your workshops because I would love to come to one. Also, do you have to be a very experienced crochetter???!!!

Many thanks,
Rachel xxx

[Rachael Iddon]

Looks like you had a lovely day. I'm really glad Saturday was a success. The sunshine was wonderful yesterday, I even planted some seeds. It felt like spring was on the way. I expect you've got snow today? How things change in British weather. Oh, the comment above (from Astrid Jansen) has just made me go aaahhh. What a lovely thing to say.

[Kate]

I think I'm drooling ..... over all the beauty! :)

[Zorana]

Thank you for this post Lucy! I enjoy all your posts,but maybe the ones like this,about magic of everyday, are my favourite. Can't wait to see the poncho.

[Jane Thompson]

Congratulations on the success of your first workshop Lucy, oh how I'd love to come and join in. Your latest hooky make looks beautiful, can't wait to see the ta-dah. Have a lovely week.
Jane x

[carol partridge]

I agree with Tasha.....don't cover that gorgeous chair. The wood is beautiful. Lovely view from your window yesterday. I never tire from looking , no matter how many times you post a photo of that view.

[Lorna]

Gorgeous photos as always. You are an inspiration. I do love the yarny pictures, there is something about yarn isn't there that makes us smile.

[Tasha]

Lovely photos, Lucy. I particularly like the chair - are you really going to cover up that gorgeous golden wood? A complementary cushion would do just fine.

[Meg]

Hi Lucy :)
After many years of being crafty, I ve finally decided to teach myself to crochet and found your awesome blog! Thank you so much for your wonderful colourful inspirations. I feel happy just perusing your creations! I'd love to come to one of your workshops - please could you let me know how I could do that?
Lots of smiles
Meg x

[Moda]

it looks very nice. you're great

[Sonia Petitpoint]

One more happy day in your happy world !

[Jessie's Needle]

Congratulations on the success of your first workshop, the birds look so cute.
S xx

[Mitsa Perry]

i wish you a beautiful week like monday Lucy!