Just when I thought the Groundhog was right this year... that Spring was going to be early... we are hunkering down for another major winter storm right now... it is a blizzard as I type... with the BIG storm moving in tonight... our little town is nestled on a narrow strip of land between the beautiful foothills just east of us and the Great Salt Lake to the west, so our storms really pack a wallop! ... we are expecting a foot or more of the white stuff, along with winds gusting up to 60 mph tonight and into the entire weekend... I say enough is enough!... stupid Groundhog!... I'm blaming it on him for getting the forecast wrong!... Jack has gone to get a prescription I needed and some extra things from the grocery store and more birdseed for our feathered friends... we are used to this kind of weather here in Utah, but have not had it this bad for alot of years... so, we hunker down and hope for the best... the winds make it a whiteout, so of course we don't want to be out in it... that means lots of indoor time to read, bake, crochet... I am sooo happy I went to the crafts store the other day and bought the yarn I have been wanting to make my new afghan...
I used to knit, but it has been so many years since I have, I honestly don't remember how... but I do crochet... I was looking for some soft, snuggly yarn in a dusty rose color for our bedroom... they had exactly what I wanted... don't you just love it when that happens!... the color is called "Rose Heather" and "Dark Rose Heather"... they match my favorite vintage roses teacup perfectly... and also the heathery~roses in my new tea~stained quilt... I just started on it last night and already love how it is looking so far...
There is just something so soothing to the soul about a soft snuggly afghan... especially with colors like "Rose Heather"... and the satisfaction that comes from making it yourself...
So... I am hibernating for the weekend... only going out to take Tessy out for business... we both bundle up so... we look like Eskimos when we go out!... she's a Spring~Summer girl too, like me... but she does like to strut her stuff in her pretty pink outfit as we walk down the trail past the Sheltie boys house...
I've got my favorite teas on hand, as always... and am ready to relax and sip my Lady Grey and crochet...
Hope you are warm and cosy where you live... now, I am going to eat that last piece of red velvet cake before Jack gets home!... xoxo... Julie Marie
23 comments:
Absolutely beautiful colors. I also love shades of pinks and burgundies. I look forward to seeing your blanket. I am a Spring and Summer girl too. I really very weary of Winter. Hugs Judy
I don't knit and only crochet a wee little bit. LOVE THAT YARN and Tessy looks so DIVINE! HOW FUN!
It snowed here yesterday and the day before. UGG. I'm a Cali Girl and so I'm not a big fan of the white stuff. I'll take the beach any day...
Hope you are well sweets. I'm off to backtrack a bit! Busy week!
xoRebecca
Do you ever lose your power in these blizzards? That's something we always worry about. I love your new yarn colors and can't wait to see the finished afghan. Sray warm! xoxo
Yes Debra... we often lose power and that really makes it rough!... sometimes, we have gone several days without... usually it is from the winds bringing tree limbs down... brrr!...
What a darling doggie hoodie jacket!
Beautiful color! What great thing to do on a stormy day. El
Hi Julie Marie
I could not even imagine trying to prepare for such storms and weather conditions. I love the vibrant color of your yarn for the afghan. Sending you love while you manage through the winds and such.Hopefully you wont lose power during this time. Love little Tessy so adorable
Hugs
Kate
Keep warm and safe... We just got our snow storm and today the sunshine is out. We got about 12" of snow... too much for this girl, but thankfully our offices were closed. Enjoying our snow days with my family.
What a precious picture of your dad.
Have a great weekend.
Very nice colours and what a darling in her little outfit!
Like you, we are wondering what that groundhog was thinking of!
35 to 50 mph winds, rain and more rain...Power outage probable too...Looking forward so much to Spring and a chance to garden...
Julie Marie- That yarn is just a gorgeous shade! I absolutely love it. I can't believe how beautiful it looks next to those roses.
WE are in the midst of a storm here, too, but at least it is not blowing yet!
Stay safe and warm and I hope it is not as bad as they are predicting- xo Diana
Beautiful Yarn Color!! I just Love the Name of it too... Hope you are enjoying your project. The roses in these pics look so gorgeous... The post below I like Love The pic of Grandpa(I dont rem that one)
Well Hope the snow doesn't hit us all too hard. Love you
Filly
Ps The birdcage is so pretty thanks again. xo
Hi Julie Marie, Darling picture of Tessy in her very chic outdoor outfit - - love the hood to keep her ears warm! :) - - and a very special picture of your dad! I was so intrigued by your book on nature, searched the internet and found one!! Can't wait to see it. I'm such a book lover and have never given any away. They're my friends. :) We've had 8 blizzards this month in Minneapolis (according to the weather report this morning), bitter cold for weeks, and we're having a snow storm NOW! :( I. too, have been crocheting an afghan all week, sitting by the fire, and sipping tea - - and trying patiently to wait for Spring! Take care and stay warm, Ruthie
Hi Julie Marie - - Darling picture of Tessy in her very chic outdoor outfit - - love the hood to keep her ears warm :) - - and a very special picture of your dad! I was so intrigued by your book on nature, that I searched the internet and found one! I'm such a book lover and have never given any away. They are my friends! We've had 8 blizzards this month in Minneapolis (according to the weather report this morning), bitter cold for weeks, and we're having a snow storm NOW!! :( I, too, have been crocheting an afghan all week, sitting by the fire, and sipping tea - - and patiently awaiting Spring!
Take care and stay warm, Ruthie
Hi Ruthie... you need to start a blog so I can see what you are doing!... so happy you found a copy of the Nature book!... it really is fabulous... stay warm and enjoy your crocheting too!... xoxo Julie Marie
Well, I'm sitting here tonight imagining that snowstorm raging around your warm, cozy house while you're all snuggled up inside crocheted with that beautiful yarn with Tessy at your side and Jack sprawled on the sofa, Julie Marie. :) That is going to look so pretty on your bed! I can hardly wait to see what color shams you decide to have Shellagh make for you! :)
xoxo laurie
Stay safe and warm and enjoy your red velvet cake & crocheting ~ love the colour of wool you've chosen.
hugs to you & Tessy xo
We have been living through the arctic as well, here in Kansas! You have a wonderful attitude and I love reading your posts. Crochet away and please share your afghan when finished!
The yarn is just gorgeous! Love the color and soft texture. Sounds like a nice snugly weekend, stay safe and warm!!!
Tessy looks adorable. Does she have little booties for her little tootsies?
Hugs,
Patti
Such a pretty color for your new afghan. I've been reading your blog for awhile now and didn't realize we were neighbors! I'm up in Kaysville and living through this snowy winter too. Also spending lots of time feeding our backyard birds and looking forward to spring! Mimi
Bellos colores.Besos.Olga.
Ohhh another winter storm... that must be hard... JulieMarie, I never answered your question to me about my Velvet Strawberries, no I don't have a shop to sell them in, but I'm glad you liked them... Stay warm.
I hope you made it through the storm okay, dear. We are in the middle of one now...the snow is blowing sideways. I think I might have missed this post until now, I came over to see where you've been. I'll send you an email.
I LOVE the colors of your yarn...very romantic! Enjoy your quiet time.
XO,
Jane
What a gorgeous afghan that is going to be! Love the photos!!! And Tessy is a doll!!!
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