Good Morning!
Happy Birthday to my brother Philip. We spoke yesterday as he will be spending today skiing with friends. There is roughly 2 feet of new snow where they are going, so it should be a good day. Me? I would be hanging in the lodge sipping a hot beverage and knitting and/or reading hopefully in front of a roaring fire! I used to cross country ski, but I think those days are over.
Our winds are still whipping around here. I heard the wind off and on during the night. Thankfully not quite as ferocious as the day/night before, but still enough to be noticed. Hopefully they will die down before I have to go out today. There are prescriptions to pick up and groceries (mostly fresh produce) to buy. It's getting to that point where I am craving summer meals - you know - grilled stuff. Back in our younger years, Fletch would go out and grill - even in the snow - but not now (and I can't blame him). Yesterday I did place an order with Rancho Gordo for a bunch of dried beans, so still plenty of stews and soups to be made.
But let's get down to business. Today is Tuesday, so time for a Tiny Needle Tuesday (TNT) update. Progress was made on the Summer Iris piece from Blackbird Designs.
A couple of flying birds have appeared, the vase/urn is complete and the beginning of the flowers (well stems and leaves) is complete. I love the blue in this piece. It is "Dove" by Weeks Dye Works. It won't be long to finish this, so I need to start thinking about the next project! That will necessitate another stash dive which is always fun.
What are you up to this Tuesday? Stay warm and cozy and out of any storms!
I've never understood winter sports. Why subject yourself to the weather on purpose...and for fun?! I don't get it.
ReplyDeletePretty stitching. And like you, I'm craving something different and less stodgy for meals. Actually, I don't know what in the hell I want anymore. Sigh.
I'm not much for winter sports, but would get a gold medal for staying warm under an afghan while knitting. Your stitching is lovely and I'm happy to see the beginning of flowers. Stay warm and out of the wind!
ReplyDeleteI'm with you and Bonny -- I'd much rather stay inside with knitting, a good book, and a warm beverage than out in the cold and the snow! I had to go in to the office this morning (slipping on ice along the way) and wore many layers and a big coat so I didn't freeze. The stitching is looking lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt's so sweetly delicate! The stitching that is.
ReplyDeleteI am soaking in the sunshine here in western PA! I did some stitching today as well! Your Summer Iris piece is coming along so nicely!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty stitching! It's so, so cold here. They've cancelled school Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and probably Thursday too. Friday is supposed to begin a bit of a warmup. Piper is going nuts at home. Dennis had my car so I couldn't even go get her to stay here with me. Maybe tomorrow. Stay warm and away from those winds.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
What a sweet little piece of embroidery. The colors are so soft and delicate. You remind me I need to try the Rancho Gordo beans.
ReplyDeleteThat is such a charming little piece, Vera! I love it! XO
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your brother! lovely little stitching piece :)
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