Unlike many British homes who had a magical fall of snow just after Christmas, the white stuff completely missed us in December. Not so this week - we have had flakes! Not a lot it has to be said, but just enough to generate some lovely wintry excitement. Isn't it magical when snow falls unexpectedly during the night? We woke on Wednesday morning not realising for quite some time that it has snowed whilst we slept, and the excitement here when we made The Discovery was magical.
Our walk to school was so pretty, the snow was soft and powdery and not deep enough to cause any walking problems. So we padded happily along in our wellies and the Little People did their very best to scrape up enough snow to make a few very teeny snowballs.
Little Lady managed to construct the smallest snowman I have ever seen, he was only about 20cm tall and sat on our front wall looking rather forlorn and sorry for himself. Poor thing. I wondered briefly whether I should crochet him a miniature woolly scarf to cheer up his icy little body, but truthfully he wasn't around for long enough as everything melted within a day.
This afternoon we had another white flurry, it looked promising this time with big fat flakes falling steadily from the heavens.
I started to feel that flutter of childish excitement begin, and even entertained thoughts about sledging and the such like....
....but within an hour it had all come to an abrupt halt, it was most disappointing. The sun came out and chased away the wispy snow clouds, and by the time I was off on the school run only the hills told the story of snowfall. It was as if it never happened here in town.
This week has been all white in my studio too as I've spent every day painting the walls. And myself. I've been frequently wondering why people have been looking at me strangely, only to discover a while later that I've had great streaks of white paint in my hair and my face covered in splatters. No wonder Little B's teacher couldn't keep a straight face when talking to me yesterday.
I am nearly there though, I've made terrific progress this week. All the white painting has now been finished (it took three coats to cover the grey walls), and I am just waiting for a tin of special paint to be delivered so that I can decorate the fireplace wall in CoLoUr.......ooooo I can't wait!!! I'm hoping that by the end of next week I'll have pretty much everything ship shape in my studio, I am very, very (very-VERY-very) excited!
Happy Weekend to you all - stay cosy xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Our first dusting of snow here this morning in Norfolk and I'm loving that painted hand! Looking forward to see your new studio in full colour.
Posted by: Rae | January 17, 2015 at 09:36 AM
Love your snowy photo's and hands :)
Glad I'm not the only adult that gets really excited when it snows, we've just had some mini snowballs hammering down here (Llandudno) so decided tea and toast is better than a walk :D
Posted by: Mandy | January 17, 2015 at 08:50 AM
Glad your romping on with the studio.....and although I wouldn't want it all the time there's a beauty in the grey of winter. Have a great weekend :) xxx
Posted by: Amanda | January 17, 2015 at 07:52 AM
Looking forward to seeing your new studio; you're certainly making the most of those child free hours. Liz x
Posted by: Liz | January 17, 2015 at 06:18 AM
Can't wait to see your new studio Lucy, can't wait to see the colour on your walls.
I see you and many of your commenters are certainly not stuck with over 6 months of snow a winter by the way you romanticize it. I suppose for those of you who never get it and it disappears so fast it would be exciting. Last year we had flurries every month except July and August. The only small bright side is that we have lots of blue skies and sunshine filled days and the snow really reflects the sun making it even brighter. Ah well only 4 more months until I can plant flower pots. ~ Tracy from Alberta Canada.
Posted by: TracyBzz | January 17, 2015 at 06:08 AM
Snow is so special. We don't get it often where I live and i adore it when we do!! Can't wait to see your studio, so glad you are painting it white!
Posted by: Laura | January 17, 2015 at 03:10 AM
Snow looks so peaceful
When painting over a dark/ bright coloured wall and going lighter, use a base coat paint tinted a light grey, then paint your colour/ white.
We found that out the hard way. Daughters room was fuchsia pink, took 4 coats of swade effects paint in purple to cover it mostly and years later we painted the room white. Hate to think how many coats of paint are on her walls.
Happy decorating
We are doing daughters room this weekend as it is now Boo's room and he does not like the stripes on the walll :-(
Posted by: Audra | January 17, 2015 at 02:40 AM
Happy Weekend!!!
Posted by: Laura | January 17, 2015 at 01:15 AM
I have had paint splattered hands like that many times before! And paint on my glasses, face, hair ...
I have snow envy. Boiling hot here today.
Posted by: Carla | January 17, 2015 at 01:12 AM
Snow is a regular occurrence in upstate NY where I live. We have had very cold temps the past two weeks. We just stay bundled up and work on things while sitting under a blanket. Your town is just charming, and your description as well. Maybe one day I will cross the great pond and have a look see for myself. You stay cozy, too!!!
Posted by: Dawn | January 17, 2015 at 12:27 AM
It's always excitement here (southern US) when it snows! We woke to a ice-y mess, just enough to freeze the car doors shut and make for dangerous over-passes, but then it warmed up to 50F before the day was through with sunshine, a welcomed site after a week without it. I know those odd looks all too well lately, after my painting project.(Why didn't anyone tell us?!)lol Have a great weekend Lucy!xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by: Angela-Southern USA | January 16, 2015 at 11:46 PM
Beautiful pictures of your snow, Lucy! I always enjoy the photos taken from your windows as I love to see your English countryside, houses and streets! One day I hope to visit your beautiful country, but until then, I will enjoy via your gorgeous pictures!
Posted by: Pat F. | January 16, 2015 at 11:45 PM
Estou curiosa em ver a nova cara do Studio, mas imagino o acolhedor que vai ficar, todos seus trabalhos são maravilhosos!! Beijos
Posted by: Jimena | January 16, 2015 at 11:29 PM
What I find magical is how the snow "knows" to fall only in the cracks of the brick road......I must remember to ask Google about this particular phenomenon. Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by: Rosanne (USA) | January 16, 2015 at 11:00 PM
Ilove the snow too, but here in Down Under on the coast there is no chance of getting snow.
You are amazing Lucy, what you do. Painting is just one of those things, like washing windows,
arrrrgh, no thanks.
Your new studio will look great, with all your colourful work. Have fun.
Posted by: Ingrid | January 16, 2015 at 10:26 PM
Love to have some snow overhere, but so far, nothing ... Lovely pics, though.
Posted by: Corine24 | January 16, 2015 at 10:20 PM
Hardly a single flake here, but we live in hope. It's all my fault actually, I bought a couple of little sledges the year before last. Of course there hasn't been a single snowfall since. Well done on all the decorating, I'm really looking forward to seeing it when it's finished. CJ xx
Posted by: CJ | January 16, 2015 at 10:17 PM
Hola,mi nombre es Susana,soy de Argentina,de Buenos Aires,me gusta mucho tejer a crochet,y tus trabajos son muy lindos,y voy a tratar de aprender con tus tutoriales,te mando un abrazo desde mi ciudad Quilmes,hasta pronto.
Posted by: Susana | January 16, 2015 at 10:09 PM
Have a very (very - VERY - very) happy cosy weekend Xx lots of love Joy Xx
Posted by: Joy | January 16, 2015 at 09:56 PM
I don't think I've ever come away from painting without looking like that! It's a messy job but it always feels so good to have fresh paint on the walls. Your snow was very pretty while it lasted; you might still have some more, the winter is young yet!
Posted by: Thistle | January 16, 2015 at 09:55 PM
OOH SNOW! Still waiting for something more than sleet and hailstones in Winwick. I live in hope! xx
Posted by: Winwick Mum | January 16, 2015 at 09:54 PM
Lovely pictures!
Happy weekend to you too!
Posted by: Inge | January 16, 2015 at 09:40 PM
Hi Lucy love the snow pictures ! Painted person! Cute snowman ! Enjoy a hot bubbly bath hot chocolate and sweet dreams of your colourful studio love Jenny x
Posted by: Jenny | January 16, 2015 at 09:36 PM
Luv it! the beautiful whiteness that tied your week together! Lolllllllll and the streaks n splatters! Can't wait for the ta dah!
Posted by: Pat | January 16, 2015 at 09:28 PM
I still need an address to mail this package to. I really want you to have it.
Posted by: Robin Summers | January 16, 2015 at 09:17 PM