Monday, September 18, 2017

Let There Be Light


The many colors
of the rising sun,
the long bright day
when things are done,
the cooling breeze
that evening brings -
the world is quite full
of wonderful things.


Featured: little cups cozied
with embroidery become
candle-holders.

101 comments:

ezgi said...

It is a very cute idea. I love it!! ♥️

KC'sCourt! said...

Very pretty, lovely idea

Julie xxx

Haak en Pen said...

What a lovely cups
Xx Manon

Ann said...

Love your candle holders and wonderful poem

Tricia Buice said...

Very pretty cups! Lovely poem - hope you are doing well.

Luciana F. Damiano said...

How beautiful!
I had not seen yet candle holder decorated with embroidered fabric!
Loved it !!
Congratulations

Anna said...

Brilliant! I love them. So cute! Anna x

Stacey said...

So sweet. :)

Things and Thoughts said...

Love this idea!So lovely Amalia!

Kim said...

The cozies are beautiful and a genius idea. I love them!

Rhodesia said...

Lovely words. Well done. Have a good week. Diane

Jo said...

Always love your words, they calm my busy soul. Jo x

Louca por porcelana said...

So cute,Amalia!Hugs.

Lorrie said...

Such a lovely idea, Amalia! There's nothing like a little candlelight to cozy up a cool evening.

Vee said...

Sweet idea...

Blondie's Journal said...

Precious, the cups and poem.

Jane x

MaryAnne said...

Those cups are lovely! Great poem, too.

Patricia said...

What sweet little cups, and your embroidery is just lovely Amalia.

Prunella Pepperpot said...

Such a wonderful idea Amalia. I'm sure the embroidery must be amazing when lit up with tea lights!
Loved your poem :) Have a brilliant week :)

AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa said...

So sweet...both the poem and cups!

Jeanie said...

These are so pretty, Amalia! They simply make me smile.

Conniecrafter said...

Beautiful stitchings for your candle holders!! Love the poem too!!

A Joyful Cottage said...

These are utterly darling. Pinning. Hugs, my sweet friend!

Henry said...

You have such a nice blog!!! Love all your amazing artworks and the beautiful poems that you are adding to it.
Henry

mamasmercantile said...

Such a joy to visit, the embroidery was a delight and such a great idea.

The French Hutch said...

I love your sweet poem and what adorable embroidery for the candle holder cups. I love my visits here :) Happy Day

Mereknits said...

So lovely

Carla from The River said...

Beautiful ... I want both of them.

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

So sweet and charming! Hugs xx Karen

Kim said...

"Let there be light.....and there was." Your sweet poems and whimsical embroideries always bring light and a smile to my day, Amalia.

FlashinScissors said...

Such pretty cup cosies, and soothing words!
Hugs,
Barbara x

Tamara said...

Yes Amalia... the world is full of wonderful things. And what a sweet reminder! Your candle holders are very charming and such lovely words you offer to make the world a happier place. Especially now. Thank you.

Hugs to you!
Tamara

gloriadelpilar_1994@yahoo.com said...

pretty and lovely cups Amalia !!
hugs !!

Mylittlepieceofengland said...

How absolutely gorgeous, I can imagine them with little tea lights in them xx

At Rivercrest Cottage said...

Very unique and such a cute idea.

Handmade in Israel said...

Ooh, so pretty! Shana Tova xx

Anonymous said...

These are adorable! Hope you are enjoying the start of Autumn! xo

Diane said...

What super cute candle holders Amalia.

Hugs Diane

Enara Girl said...

Hello Amalia! They are very cute candle holders. Winter is coming. xoxo

Polly said...

Your candle holders are lovely Amalia :-)

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

They must be even more beautiful when lit! Cute idea :)

akiko hiramatsu said...

Cute candle holders!
I would love to feel like your poem everyday :)

akiko
www.akikohiramatsu.com

Jodiebodie said...

Very pretty and they will look lovely. I would love to make little candle cosy covers but I am always worried that cotton will scorch or catch fire because it is flammable. I would love to know what you think and about your own experiences.

HWIT BLOGG said...

Lovely idea! So cute :)
Have a great saturday...
Warm hug from Titti

Gumbo Lily said...

You're such a smartie. I like!

Fiona said...

Your needlework is incredible Amalia...how about a 'night' shot?
xx

Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake said...

Oh, yes, it's a beautiful world---and this is a wonderful reminder to slow down and enjoy! Your cozies are BEAUTIFUL!

eileeninmd said...

Hello, I like your cute candle holders. Your poem is lovely, I agree the world is full of wonderful things. Happy October, enjoy your day and new week!

Thistle Cove Farm said...

Dear Amelia, those are so very cute! Please take a photo with the little candles, lit, inside so we can see the light against your work.

Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow said...

What a beautiful poem to accompany this :)

Little Wandering Wren said...

Candles with flickering flames are always appreciated by me - even better when there is a cute little bird on the outside!
Wren x

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Amalia, Such a beatiful poem to go with these darling candle cups. So pretty and give a cozy glow. Thank you for stopping by earlier. Always so nice to see you. Happy October. Hugs

baili said...

Lovely poetry along with pretty and delicate cups dear amalia !

you always stunned me with your art of crafts and playing with words so easily and elegantly

Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said...

Oh how did I miss this...so sweet!

Anonymous said...

Love these wonderful cups you use as candle holders! Haven't heard from you for a while - hope everything is okay? Also, are you in Holland or elsewhere (am asking, because after the blogspot I see co (dot) il in your url)) Anyways, wherever you are, have a wonderful time and thank you much for linking up to All Seasons!

Lowcarb team member said...

That's a great idea, they do look nice.
Always enjoy your poems too.

Happy October Wishes

All the best Jan

Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies said...

Lovely!
I am trying to decorate my new office at work, as well at home. As I go through this, I wish I had your eye for color!

Poções de Arte said...

Fiquei imaginando a magia deste bordado quando refletido com a luz interna.
Muita delicadeza!
Abraços e feliz Outubro!

Bonnie said...

Amalia, your embroidery makes my heart sing. I haven't done any needlework in so long. What joy I remember as a young woman stitching little pictures. Your poem is so sweet just like your embroidery. Indeed the world is full of wonderful things. After the tragic event yesterday, my heart needed some beauty and innocence.

Red Rose Alley said...

We sure need light in our world right now, Amalia. The embroidered candle holders are sweet. The next time you light one, think of your blog friend, Sheri, from across the world. : )

Rosie said...

Lovely candle holders and sweet, gentle verse, thank you:)

Nancy Chan said...

Great and creative idea. Pretty candle holders. Have a beautiful day!

Prunella Pepperpot said...

Have a wonderful Wednesday Amalia with hugs from us xx

Jean | DelightfulRepast.com said...

Amalia, I am hopeless at verse. Don't know how you do it! And this is a truly unique idea for candle holders, and so charming.

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

You did a beautiful job with your embroidery! That looks so nice as a candle holder!

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

Amalia, you are amazing. Love your verses and your talents. Very creative project.

Cheri Savory Spoon said...

Your candle holders are beautiful, love the verse too. Very nice Amalia!

Margie said...

I'm sure that your embroidered candle holders look beautiful when they're illuminated. Thank you for the visit and get well wishes!

Ká said...

Amei, amei|!! Excelente idéia.

bjinhos

white and vintage said...

So lovely candle holders!
Have a nice time,
Christine

DeniseinVA said...

Sweet words and the embroidered candle cosies are lovely.

Sandy said...

I seriously love those candle cosies. I must try this!

roughterrain crane said...

I hope you find wonderful things in this weekend, and would like to know them.

Carol @Comfort Spring Station said...

Your words are sweet and I love the little cozies for the candles.

Pam said...

Love the idea on the candle holders. Your words are just so sweet. Have an awesome weekend.

R's Rue said...

Beautiful.

Elizabeth at Eiffel Tells said...

I have embroidery envy. I've just returned to embroidery after a 35 year hiatus due to the impending arrival of my first grandchild. Unfortunately I'm no longer as confident and neat as I once was, but I keep reminding myself that "practice makes perfect".
Your prose is always delightful. xxx

Annas Nadelbuch said...

Beautiful, embroidered tealight glasses, dear Amalia. Now is cuddly candlelight time, I wish you a wonderful autumn time. As always i love your thoughts in verses.

La Table De Nana said...

I love these! A freind in SA sent me a jute one w/ Peace embroidered on it..they are so pretty lit up Amalia.

niwibo said...

Yes, the world is full of wonderful things.
And your last comment was wonderful, too.
Thank you so much for your nice words.
I wish you a cozy evening, greetings
Nicole

Mia said...

What a clever idea, Amalia. I love the beautiful embroidered candle-holders and your great poem. Kisses, my friend.

VeggieMummy said...

Your tea light holders are gorgeous; such a clever idea and perfect for autumn. xx

Rue said...

Those are so adorable, Amalia, I can't even stand it!

xo,
rue

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

So pretty!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Hugs,
Debbie

handmade by amalia said...

What a lovely comment. Thanks, Jo.

handmade by amalia said...

This is kind, Henry, thank you!

handmade by amalia said...

If they hadn't already been claimed I'd be heading to the post office right now.

handmade by amalia said...

To offer light in dark times - a beautiful idea, thank you!

handmade by amalia said...

That is exactly how I use them :-)

handmade by amalia said...

I've used them quite a few times with no problems. The glass shields the fabric and it doesn't even heat up. I only use them when tea lights.

handmade by amalia said...

I like it, Fiona, coming soon to a blog near you... :-)

handmade by amalia said...

I will! And I have five of them by now :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Alas, the bird is of the migratory kind and has flown away...

handmade by amalia said...

Oh, how kind. My eye is your eye... :-)

handmade by amalia said...

This is such a kind and beautiful message, Bonnie. Thank you!

handmade by amalia said...

I have and I will, dear Sheri. A big hug.

handmade by amalia said...

Neat is overrated... :-)

The Charm of Home said...

So cute. Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home.

Our Hopeful Home said...

How adorable are these?!! I'm sure they look so pretty with a lit candle in them. And your photo is, as usual, beautiful! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm. xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home

Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes said...

Very sweet! I thought at first you transferred your drawings onto ceramic at first. Great idea! Thanks for sharing at Best of the Weekend!

Edit said...

I don't know how I was able to miss this lovely post! I love the poem and the little cups for the candles, too.