GREETINGS
Summer is flying by with all kinds of crazy weather. Last night we had what seemed like hours of terrible thunderstorms and torrential rains. Some areas had a slight frost in July. We now have to become accustomed to global warming effects.
THE BEACH TOWEL
The towel is old and tattered but I could not throw it away. I used it as a teenager, my kids used it and my grandchildren used it. I am planning on cutting it into strips and making a small bath mat. I do love repurposing things
A GARDEN SURPRISE
About 4 years ago I ordered three Hazelnut trees. I planted one at the edge of the side yard chicken area and it grew. I had forgotten where the others were and still can’t find them. I thought I would have to buy another pollinator tree. I do love the tree its shape is perfect and its a manageable size. Walking by it the other day I spotted something unfamiliar and it is nuts starting to grow.
What a surprise and the tree is loaded. Maybe the other trees have survived or there is another one in the neighborhood. Looking forward to having my own hazelnuts.
THE DYE PARTY
On a perfect summer day in July, Thursday Spinners had what we hope will be an annual event. It was held on Marti Ferguson’s beautiful farm. Set on hill overlooking part of the village of Buckland, the site couldn’t have been more perfect. In the distance we could hear the baaing of her Finn sheep and chicken sounds. Both chemical and natural dyes were in abundance. Amanda generously shared her Indigo dye pot and as always it was thrilling to see yarn come out of the pot green and slowly turn to blue.
There was painting on roving and yarns and pot dyeing.
It may look red but is orange and it is perfect for Raggity Ann dolls hair.
Other natural dyes were there for all to share.
A pot luck lunch with so many goodies to choose from was enjoyed by all. I will keep putting pictures of the party on future blog.
A NEW KITCHEN
Look for adventures in re doing a kitchen in a 1850 house. Its exciting, scary and not pretty. Many thanks for reading my blog on this overcast summer day. Carole
MAUDE EATING BREAKFAST
Whispering Pines Farm 