Saturday, February 17, 2018

It Might As Well Be Spring


It is a cold and rainy today
but in my mind it is spring and I am having
a picnic in a green meadow.
On my new picnic blanket.
Butterflies and games and finger sandwiches.
You are all invited.


Featured: my work-in-progress
gigantic picnic blanket.
It will be some time until it is done
but my nephew Noam is already enjoying it.

104 comments:

eileeninmd said...

Hello, your picnic blanket is cute. And little Noam is adorable. We may have some snow this afternoon, it is not spring yet. Have a happy day and weekend!

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

Your blanket is like colorful little wildflowers bursting forth in a meadow. It will be lovely for picnicking but in the meantime Noam is putting it to good use.

Rhodesia said...

I love crochet. Have a good weekend Diane

Isabel said...

Thank you!

I like your lovely blanket.

Good Weekend:)))

NADINE said...

Such a colourful and joyful blanket, loooove it and you give me an idea for using all my leftovers :D
Aaah, spring... But as long as our mind & heart are set on the right season, everything is beautiful !
THANKS for the inspiration ! (and your little nephew is so cute).

In stitches,
Nadine

PS : next post, could you show your blanket in full view , pleaaaaze ? THANKS :D
XOXO

Crafts 'n' Skills said...

I'm on my way!

x

Brenda @ Its A Beautiful Life said...

I love your picnic WIP. What a great way to use leftover yarn -- it makes your blanket look so festive and fun. I can only imagine the great conversations you'll have with friends over sandwiches and tea (do you drink tea) or lemonade.

I finally got a new post up, so I'm enjoying some free time come and see what you are up to.

Happy day, Amalia!
Brenda xox

Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow said...

Adorable and precious and the poem is perfect. xoxo Su

Vee said...

Noam is so adorable! Your picnic blanket is a work of art.

Louca por porcelana said...

How beautiful and inviting picnic!Great job( the blanket and poem!) and sooo cute Noam!Hugs,Amalia!

mamasmercantile said...

Noam is a beautiful baby and the blanket is a dream, stunning.

Polly said...

Beautiful colourful blanket Amalia, and your nephew is a sweetie.

Ann said...

a picnic sounds like a splendid idea. Love the colorful blanket. I sure hope that cute little one will be joining us for the picnic :)

Kim said...

Thank you for inviting me to your Spring-filled meadow, Amalia. Such a bright and happy and colourful blanket. I don't mind if I do sit a while on that gorgeous woolly and join in all the fun. Sweet baby and gorgeous crochet woollies.

Haak en Pen said...

What a lovely blanket. Perfect for all the leftovers. Your grandson is cut. Enjoy your weekend, Manon

Tamara said...

Such a sweet little one and what a lovely place to have a picnic! On a beautiful blanket spread with the colors of a cheerful spring day. Wishing you a wonderful week, Friend~

XO Tamara

Gloria Baker said...

LOVELY BLANKET AND WHAT A CUTE BOY ! HUGS!!

Patricia said...

What a darling little boy, right there on your amazing picnic blanket. It will look so gorgeous outdoors, wherever you picnic.

Blondie's Journal said...

What a precious little man!!! :))

Jane

Jodiebodie said...

I love all the colours and patterns in your blanket. Very fresh and fun. :-)
Your nephew is beautiful too with his gorgeous red hair. May your days ever be colourful!

MaryAnne said...

Your blanket looks amazing! Great poem, too, as always.

KC'sCourt! said...

Gorgeous little boy and and a beautiful blanket. Hope you write another poem when you have finished it, featuring that gorgeous little person

Julie xxxxxxx

Maya Kuzman said...

Wow! What a delightful blanket you are making! It looks like a great stash buster project and I love it!

Tanna said...

OH! SO! GORGEOUS!!! Amalia, I LOVE that blanket. Such beautiful colors and design! And, Noam is too cute for words. Beautiful work and beautiful words, sweet friend. Thank you for brightening my Sunday morning! blessings and hugs ~ tanna

Jeanie said...

I love the colors in that afghan so much! They are so happy! And it seems your picnic partner is too!

The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen said...

Lovely poem, Amalia. We're all dreaming of Spring. Baby Noam is so cute on your lovely picnic blanket! xo ♥

AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa said...

Both baby and blanket are beautiful!!

La Table De Nana said...

Noam♥ And wool..and stitchery:) Fab.

Tricia Buice said...

A beautiful little boy, a gorgeous blanket and a wonderful poem! Thanks for the happy visit!

France Nadeau ❅ inspiration imagination creation said...

Such a beautiful mix of colors.
Ha, the powers of the mind!!!

GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart said...

Beautiful work and lovely projects. Sweet, sweet baby love.

Gumbo Lily said...

It reminds me of a scrappy quilt which are the kind that I really love. The colors sing. Noam is a cutey patootie.

Lorrie said...

What a darling little nephew Noam is. So bright and beautiful.

The French Hutch said...

Your picnic blanket is beautiful and will be awesome when finished. But, the sweet sweet baby stole my heart 😘

Kim said...

Delicious!! Your picnic, your blanket and that baby!! And yes...spring, please, soon. 😊

Mylittlepieceofengland said...

So much beauty, Little Noam with his gorgeous head of hair, crochet and poetry xx

Carla from The River said...

The colors are wonderful. And that baby, the most beautiful eyes.
Spring Fever is what I have!!

Conniecrafter said...

Wow it looks like you have put a lot of work into it, so pretty, and isn't he just too cute there on the blanket!!

VeggieMummy said...

Both baby and blanket are absolutely gorgeous and someone's going to have fun with those balls of yarn! xx

Helen Philipps said...

Beautiful picnic blanket and adorable nephew! Love all your bright and cheerful colours here today! xox

Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies said...

On my way to the picnic!!!
What beautiful eyes your nephew has :)

Anonymous said...

You nephew Noam is such a willing subject to pose for you! Love the patterns this yarn makes that you show in your second capture.Yeah, I KNOW what you're talking about, a few years ago I knitted one and crocheted the other adult-size blankets for 2 of my youngest grands - I think it took me half a year. After that I stayed off the breinaalden for a while:):) Many thanks for linking to All Seasons and wishing you a productive week (much speed in crocheting, lol).

Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow said...

OMG he is just adorable!! :) He sort of 'stole the show' from your handiwork :) Seriously what a wonderful set of photos to show your work in progress along with him :)

Angie said...

What large eyes you have, Noam my dear!

This brings to mind many rainy days indoors when it took a little imagination to keep the kids entertained. Of course, I don't have your talent with yarn, but I could do wonders with a few cardboard boxes!!!

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Oh, how precious is he? Little Noam looks like he is enjoying Auntie's bright and happy picnic blanket! Wonderful photos :)

At Rivercrest Cottage said...

It's a beautiful blanket and so is your sweet little nephew. The colors are fabulous.

Anna said...

Love the blanket! What stitches are you using? Any picnic will be a joy on such a colour feast! And your nephew is adorable! Anna x

Diane said...

Absolutely gorgeous new picnic blanket Amalia. What a sweet picture of your little nephew.

Hugs Diane

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

Adorable photos, Amalia! Your nephew is a sweetheart and your blanket is beautiful! What a lovely place for a nap :)

Nancy Chan said...

Your picnic blanket is both colourful and beautiful! Your nephew is adorable!

Sara - Villa Emilia said...

Such wonderful colours! Your nephew is supercute.

Kitchen Riffs said...

It's cold and rainy here, and I need that blanket! :-) Really nice -- thanks.

Sum of their Stories said...

Oooo, it's going to be gorgeous when it's finished. You'll have great fun picnicing on that.

Diana Studer said...

was wondering how you achieved the rainbow - but I see the answer in your model's hands!

Ela said...

Lovely poem ! Your nephew has beautiful eyes!
Alwyas nice to visit your blog, Amalia !
Greetings

white and vintage said...

Your picnic blancet is so nice. I like these colours. Lovely pictures.
Have a nice evening.
Christine

Maggie Ann said...

I'd love to come to a spring picnic...its just so cold and rainy here today. But I am knitting and things. Your blanket and baby look so cheery and cozy!

betty-NZ said...

Thanks for the invitation! I love picnics :) What a great-looking picnic blanket!

Red Rose Alley said...

I can see how this blanket reminds you of Spring, Amalia. So many cheerful colors, it's beautiful. It looks like your nephew is enjoying it very much. It's so cold here today, and it just started to rain as I'm writing this and looking outside. ; )

~Sheri

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Noam is so cute! I like your picnic blanket--it's so colorful

krishna said...

This is, so cute!! you are super talented.. But, I cannot subscribe here, so that I can get regularly your [post.. :(

Margie said...

Love the bright colours of your picnic blanket. The countdown to spring is on!

Liz That Skinny Chick Can Bake said...

Noam is adorable and obviously your blanket is soft and cozy!!!

Pam Richardson said...

Amalia, your nephew is adorable and I love the picnic blanket!

Joan said...

Sweet photo's love aso the colours!Greetings,Joan

EL INVENTARIO DE MJ said...

Preciosa manta de alegres colores!!

BESOS

Pam said...

Adorable....looks like you have lots of help.

Jeanna said...

Ooh, that's a picnic blanket, how pretty and what a cutie looking ready for a nap.

blooming home and garden said...

Lovely blanket and cushion in happy colours!


Ida

Jo said...

What a fabulous picnic blanket, so colourful.

Emre Bozkuş said...

Noam is so cute :)

Srividya said...

Lovely blanket in cheerful colors!

Annas Nadelbuch said...

Thank you for inviting, i'd love to come, Amalia ! I'm also dreamig for spring !
Your new blanket and cushion is just adorable ! Loam is such a sweet baby !Have a nice weekend !

Aritha V. said...

Sweet photo. Compliment! What a sweet boy!

Olga Poltava said...

What a precious little boy, so adorable!
Your picnic blanket is turning out wonderfully! I'm working on a big blanket too. There is something comforting about making row, after row, after row, and seeing it slowly growing.

Ageeth Mooij said...

Your blanket is beautiful and your nephew too!
We defy wind from Siberia and the longing for spring is huge!

Jo said...

That looks like the most colourful sturdy blanket ever - enjoy the process. Jo x

Tandy | Lavender and Lime (http://tandysinclair.com) said...

The blanket is stunning, but Noam steals the lime light :)

Preeti said...

Your blanket is nice and colorful ! Noam is so cute:)

Shannon @ Of The Hearth said...

Beautiful blanket and beautiful baby!
I love the colors in the blanket.

Our Hopeful Home said...

A picnic would be lovely! Your blanket is so spring-y and cheerful! I envy anyone who can knit, I've never quite gotten the knack for it:) Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm! xo Kathleen|Our Hopeful Home

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Will Noam be there if I come to your picnic? He is a darling boy -- I am sure you are a proud Auntie!! I love that he is playing with your balls of yarn. Oh and the blanket is gorgeous.

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

Beautiful colors!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Hugs,
Deb

Anonymous said...

I'd like to join you immediately for that picnici Look at that amazing (!!!!!) blanket!!!! I'm totally in love with that! Going to pin it, save it, and look at it every day from now on until I might be able to make one myself :-)

Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer said...

You do such beautiful work..and I haven't crochet i such a long time. I'm a big knitter..but maybe I should pick up my crochet hook!

Existe Sempre Um Lugar said...

Bom dia, maravilhoso trabalho que é uma arte, ajuda do lindo bebê, tem o dom de a motivar para continuar o seu belo trabalho.
Continuação de feliz dia,
AG

Edit said...

Dear Amalia! Your little nephew is so so so adorable! Wonderful photos! The blanket and the pillow are beautiful, I love their colours. And I love the cute poem, too. :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Excellent, Monique, the more the merrier.

handmade by amalia said...

Definitely tea. And the sandwiches will be cut very small, without crust. Oh, and cake.

handmade by amalia said...

Perfect, Kim, there is a cupcake with your name on it.

handmade by amalia said...

Sending you a basket full of sunshine, Kim

handmade by amalia said...

Wonderful! It's a party!

handmade by amalia said...

I think it is called a weave stitch. I found it on a tutorial on youtube

handmade by amalia said...

Oh, yes, a nap! Why is it that children fight naps and grown-ups crave them?

handmade by amalia said...

Yes, do come, Maggie Ann! Did I mention cake?

handmade by amalia said...

Yes! It is meditation bordering on addiction :-)

handmade by amalia said...

I'm sure a play-date could be arranged, Sallie :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Wow! You are definitely coming, Sigrid!

Nina said...

Your blanket-in-process looks absolutely amazing! All the colors and different combinations ... And you sweetest nephew is already enjoying himself on the blanket-pieces! :)

akiko hiramatsu said...

Noam looks so happy on your new bracket!!
I also have fun having a picnic in my mind with him :)

akiko

Lowcarb team member said...

Adorable photographs :)

All the best Jan

Fiona said...

Yes please, I'd love to come. What a great stash buster your WIP is, I love all the happy colours, looks like Noam does too. xx

decorayadora said...

Tu manta es como coloridas flores silvestres que brotan en un prado. Será maravilloso para ir de picnic, pero mientras tanto Noam lo está usando muy bien

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