Dreaming of Spring

It is mid-March and tomorrow we are expecting a snowstorm. This winter we really haven’t had as many sunny days as I recall from past years, and, on the flip side, haven’t had a lot of snow (thank goodness).

Today is grey outside and the sky looks heavy…almost as if it’s ready to burst snowflakes. I am looking forward to the days in the garden, watching the flowers poke out of the soil and the pattering sound of the occasional rain shower. These days are right around the corner.

This time of year is filled with anticipation. Grown children home for visits and spring breaks, lunches and coffee with friends inside a cozy cafe, planning for the plantings outdoors and of course, Easter dinner with family.

As a young girl I fondly remember the trips to my grandmother’s house, the egg hunts and family gathered in the kitchen laughing, eating and reminiscing. I smile as I recall my grandmother sharing with her adult children sitting around the small table in the kitchen and her talking about who she had seen while in town or at the local grocery store. It was predictable that after her story, the aunts and uncles would begin deducing which one of them graduated high school with that individual. There was always a debate. Sometimes when I recall these occasions I can almost hear all the chatter and laughter. What great times those were and how many more wonderful memories we’ll continue to create. Our children are already starting this same predictable behavior and I wouldn’t change one thing…..the circle of life!

My creative juices have been flowing and my yearning for the more colorful nature in the coming season. Working on these projects always takes me back to time spent with my grandmother. Her and I shared a love of creativity and making things…..food, knitting, crocheting…it was about time together and imagination. I will always be grateful for her patience and time that she so willingly shared. It is with fondness that I watch my own mother have these special interactions with our children.

I recently scaled back on my work as a preschool Director and have thoroughly enjoyed the time I have spent in my studio creating all kinds of fun items. So many in fact that I have decided to dedicate more time to my blog (so I can share these goodies) and start an Etsy Store…..date to be announced soon! With that in mind, I thought I would share some of my creations with you.

What a better way to combat the grey outdoors than to make your own festive and colorful garlands. The carrot garland (last picture) will continue a farmhouse/garden theme into Springtime and Summer.

Another one of my pleasures is crocheting or knitting in front of the fire while watching some of my favorite Netflix shows. This daisy wreath is sure to inspire a lot of perennial gardeners and is a precursor to the coming months. It looks vintage and stylish on a door or hung on the wall in a bathroom or kitchen. The vintage look is timeless and the colors will go with almost any room.

Finally, every Easter dinner table needs some cute bunnies to add to the festive occasion. These napkin rings serve a double purpose as they also can be used as place card holders. They are simple and timeless. A beautiful addition to the meal and will also allow you to plan your seating arrangements in advance.