i wasn't even thinking of a thanksgiving theme when i began these. it just so happened that i have this huge spool of ecru cotton, the same i used for the icicles, and kept looking at it and thinking what else can i make with this. i have always loved cotton, especially the whites and butter colored tones. the same with linen, it just speaks minimalist elegance.
i wanted to knit a vintage inspired baby christening cap. i had no pattern, just the inspiration and the intuition of what to do. it was a success. it was knitted with tiny tiny stitches since i used the thinnest knitting needles i have with just one thread of cotton.
the spool has shrunk from huge to large with plenty of giving in it still so i proceeded to begin a baptimal dress (in the works).
i love it when i can accomplish what i envisioned.
i so look forward to thursday. thanksgiving is by far my favorite celebration of the year. the turkey has been purchased and all the trimmings (yes, you guessed, no costa rica, i have broken off a five year relationship which was a real roller coaster) the cinnamon broom at trader joe's scents the house and invitations made to my children and a couple of friends. new beginnings, new reasons to give thanks, new reasons to hope and plan and come alive again. a bit scary i must admit but a decision made based on truth.
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Big hug to you too for being both brave and true to yourself. Only can new lovely things happen to you when you are free to accept them. I wish you many lovely new things
It's a strange time of year. I am reading on many blogs at the moment how bogged down bloggers are, too busy, struggling with the life/work/create/blog balance/illness. I for one have undertaken too many projects in blogland. I find it so hard to say no to new challenges but I'm left rushing through them meeting deadlines. I will change that next year!
Big hugs and happy smiles
Carolyn
LOVE STITCHING RED
ps. totally forgot to say how gorgeous your beautiful Amish style baby bonnet is x
You might have now one more reason to thank on Thursday...Love you "Amish" creations!!!! Happy Turkey Day!!
What a sweet little baby cap. I love the tiny little stitches.
It sounds like you have made a life changing decision and one that will allow you the freedom to begin anew. Even though it may seem a bit scary, you will find happiness in your new endeavors.
I wish you all the best.
Happy Thanksgiving!
♥ audrey
Hermosas creaciones, ya te imagino tejiendo y tejiendo hasta lograr lo que has "visionado". Este post tiene algo que me gustó mucho: "I love it when I can accomplish what I envisioned"... te parece familiar??... entonces??...
Life is so uncertain, often relationships are too.A thankful heart such as yours will recover and grow stronger,and a day dedicated especially to celebrating thankfulness will bless you and yours especially.
The baby bonnet is beautiful and I find the simplicity of it all the more timeless and appealing. Happy and blessed Thanksgiving to you .
lovely post. you sound good. have a special day with family and friends!
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