We had a lovely Easter weekend and walked down to the local park on Sunday afternoon.
there is still a bit of snow here and there
I could hear the water rumbling and went to investigate
swirling and frothing
bouncing over boulders
this ice is still thick along the banks of the river
the pond wears a layer of ice, too
it was a little windy, so we returned home for a hot tea
A little stitching was accomplished over the last week:
a few more leaves and roses
on wrapping cloth piece #12, I added stitching to the rose and leaf pattern on the fabric
a row of bullions and french knots
and a few more long bullions
This piece is now finished!
wrapping cloth piece #13 is awaiting thread and needle
Hope everyone had a Happy Easter.
May you have a creative week ahead.
Hugs from Suz
Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz
there is still a bit of snow here and there
I could hear the water rumbling and went to investigate
swirling and frothing
bouncing over boulders
this ice is still thick along the banks of the river
the pond wears a layer of ice, too
it was a little windy, so we returned home for a hot tea
A little stitching was accomplished over the last week:
a row of bullions and french knots
and a few more long bullions
Hope everyone had a Happy Easter.
May you have a creative week ahead.
Hugs from Suz
Thanks for visiting.
Hugs from Suz
Thank you for sharing your walk. It looks a little chilly, though! I'm sure the hot tea went down well. Your stitching is really coming on well.
ReplyDeleteIt was a little cool at 7C high for the day, Janet, but it was nice to see the sun and be out and about. The tea warmed me up. Thanks.
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We can walk along the river now - the ice is gone in front of our building but just a little bit north of us it's still there. Nice to have the water birds back and chatting amongst themselves very early in the morning. Your wedding cloth is destined to be a heirloom - there's no question.
ReplyDeleteI bet it's nice along the river, MA. Is there a wall to block the wind? I like to watch the birds flitting about in my yard, but I'm sure you'd have different ones by the water than here. Thank you.
DeleteHope we don't get the freezing rain tomorrow morning.
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Your work is beautiful! I look forward to seeing more of it soon....donna
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting, Donna, and leaving such a nice comment!
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Spring is almost there, Suz! Soon you'll be seeing flowers :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sure you're right, Starr. It just seems to take soooo long.......... Can't wait to see the green poking through the ground.
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I see your spring is slow in coming just like ours.And those stitches ....oh wow ... just lovely
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Annette! Spring sure is taking it's sweet time to arrive this year. I heard 11 C for Thursday, so fingers crossed.
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Even though the weather was chilly your walk looks very lovely with Nature in all her glory. I truly enjoy seeing your amazing stitchings on the wedding piece and on your wrapping cloths. Enjoy your Spring as it shows itself...
ReplyDeleteThanks Sherry, I am looking for all the signs of spring. I did find one bit of green in my garden; a dandelion... ;-b ....lol. Wouldn't you know it. It will happen. Every year seems to take longer,.........is that a sign of advanced age?...... Hope you get more precipitation.
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We are going into winter here, though it won't be as cold as yours! I just love to see your work, it encourages me to create too.
ReplyDeleteThank you Jane! That's a lovely thing to write. Isn't that the wonderful part of blogland--seeing all the things people are creating?! There's so much inspiration to be found with just a click. I love it.
DeleteHope your winter is a mild and pleasant one.
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Winter seems to have loosened it's grip here, hopefully soon for you as well. The stitching as always is inspiring. Love just the bit of color in the wrapping cloth and that which is added in your next piece. The Wedding piece.....lovely.
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I'm sure it's on the way, Deb, as I see the signs. I'm looking forward to warm, sunshiny days ahead. Thanks.
DeleteLove your new wee dolls.
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I was telling Charlotte all about your beautiful work. I wonder if a little spiky friend has arrived yet?
ReplyDeleteI've been eagerly watching the mailbox, Linda, but my spiky friend hasn't arrived yet. I'm so looking forward to meeting him/her! Perhaps he/she stopped to see a few sights along the way. I'll be sure to let you know asap.
DeleteI hope the signs of spring are many in your gardens.
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I love to see your tatting on the squares. And your landscape is beautiful - never mind the snow and ice it will soon be gone.
ReplyDeleteThanks Anneliese. Most of the snow is gone, except in the park and the forests. I'm waiting for some warm days to melt the rest of the ice and I heard Thursday might be up to 11C! Yay! I'm eager to get out working in the gardens. Hope you have some sunshine today.
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Oh Suz,
ReplyDeleteI can immagine how much you want that ice and snow, to dissapear and stay away for months!! Here at last it seems we are getting higher temps, and the sun has been out the last days.
Your embroidered pieces are stunning, also the finished wrapping cloth piece!! Wish you happy hours with no.13 .
Hugs,Dorthe
Thank you, Dorthe. We've been having quite a bit of rain lately, so I think the last bits of snow may have been washed away. Now, I'm waiting for the sunshine and warmer temperatures. They're coming, I know. I'm glad you've been having sunny days.
DeleteI think I'll have lots of fun with piece #13.
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Love your wrapping cloth blocks.The tiny gathers created by monster bullions are beautiful :-)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Anita. I had made the gathers before, but I think the bullions make them stand out more. Then I added some french knots around the base of the bullion. i do like the effect, too. Happy stitching.
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