Wednesday, February 1, 2017

And a Time for Every Purpose


The house is untidy
the yard is a mess,
the sheets need washing
the dress needs a press.

The dishes are piled
up high in the sink,
but right at this moment
I'm having a think!


Featured: Orangette is enjoying a quiet moment
on a rag made from leftover bits and pieces.

126 comments:

Gracie Saylor said...

Your stitching and stories are delightful, Amalia. Thanks for posting! xx

Patricia said...

It is well known I love a touch of orange, and Orangette certainly does it for me! Cute post, and sweet crotchet.

Enara Girl said...

Super cute. Have a great day! We are having more sunny days here. xoxo

mamasmercantile said...

A joy to visit, you always make me smile with your sweet makes and rhyme.

magnoliasntea said...

Love the sweet poem, and you make such adorable toys.
Have a great week!

Tanna said...

Your eye for color is spot on and I love seeing your rhymes! blessings ~ tanna

La Table De Nana said...

Orangette and her darling garden accoutrements are a breath of fresh air~

Daniela said...

You're truly unique, darling Amalia, thank you for being so, so special !!!

Hoping you're having a great week so far,
I'm sending hugs and more hugs to you

XO Dany

Brenda @ Its A Beautiful Life said...

You do make the most darling toys... glad you've stopped for a think ... always a good use of time.

Wishing you a lovely day,
Brenda x0x

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

What can I say that hasn't been said? Adorable!!!

Thanks for the smile,
Vickie

Marilyn @ MountainTopSpice said...

You come up with the cutest, most unique little characters, and rhymes. Love your fun little arrangement with the wheelbarrow... perhaps Orangette is thinking on spring :) {smiles)

Vee said...

Creative you strikes again! I do love to read your poems and see your creations.

Luciana F. Damiano said...

This photo is perfect!
A scene of well-deserved rest ...
I love breads made from leftover wool.
Hugs

Lorrie said...

Orangette looks like she's enjoying her rest. The wheel-barrow is so pretty, and I think it means she will soon be back to trundling it about the garden.

Big Rigs 'n Lil' Cookies said...

Love all the color, with all the grey days we are having!
The little wheelbarrow makes me think of my garden days quickly approaching!

Olga Poltava said...

So adorable! We all need "a think" and a moment to ourselves sometimes.

Gumbo Lily said...

~smile~

Linda Nelson said...

Adorable! I just want to shrink down in size and push that wheelbarrow around, then cuddle up with the bunny :)

Anonymous said...

Just wonderful, how you can make such a story and picture of just a small rag of leftovers!
But I do love that cute rag AND the thougth behind your poem :-)
Have a nice day,
Sigrid

The French Hutch said...

I love your poems and creations. Orangette and blankie are too cute. All good wishes to you for the new year. Happy February........

SavoringTime in the Kitchen said...

Adorable - as always, Amalia!

The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen said...

Amalia, Orangette and I have the same idea. Busy morning and now a rest. Lovely poem and creations, my friend. xo ♥

Amy at love made my home said...

Nothing wrong with taking time for a think!!

A Joyful Cottage said...

Orangette has the right idea. I've been feeling a lot this way the past four weeks. I'm thinking "spring". :)

Lowcarb team member said...

I love Orangette ...
Sometimes it's just so good to stop a while and think!

Happy February

All the best Jan

AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNa said...

I love it! Having a think is a good thing to do. The other stuff can wait!

Conniecrafter said...

Love her name and the pretty blanket and pillow she has to lay and rest and just think!

Tricia Buice said...

Sometimes I sit down and zone out - but that doesn't sound near as amazing as it does in your poem! How cute - you have such an wonderful gift. Hope you have some lovely quiet moments this weekend Amalia!

Quilting Stories said...

I love all the objects on this picture! And you are right Amalia, why to do boring things today when you can do them tomorrow... thoughts are the most important and you may forget them by tomorrow!

Bonnie said...

Love everything you make and especially your poems.

At Rivercrest Cottage said...

your pictures and words perk up my day Amalia. Thank you for the cheer.

Carla from The River said...

I always enjoy your poems and sweetness!
Have a wonderful think my dear!
xx oo
Carla

Kim said...

I think I need to take a little advice from Orangette! She's got the right idea. And she's adorable. :)

akiko hiramatsu said...

What a lovely poem, Amaria!
I know what the orange lady means!!
I would love to lay myself near her:)

akiko
www.akikohiramatsu.com

Anna said...

Too cute !!!!
Anna

GratefulPrayerThankfulHeart said...

Always a smile when I visit here. Cute poem and adorable projects!

trixi said...

Love your little bunny and her little rug is adorable!!

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

Love your poem - I can relate! Love your sweet little bunny and rug! :) xx

Keri said...

Amalia, your poem is so fun and I love how Orangette is relaxing on the crocheted blanket.

Mylittlepieceofengland said...

Yes, far better to take time to stop and think xx

Nina said...

Sweetness indeed! The tiny carpet is so very lovely ... I get inspired each time I visit your creative blog, Amalia!
Have a lovely week, together with the cutest bunny ever!

Sandra @ Thistle Cove Farm said...

making time for a think makes for a sweet and centered life.

Gina @ VictorianWannaBe said...

That is so adorable Amalia! Thanks so much for your recent visit and comment! Happy Wednesday to you!

Gina @ VictorianWannaBe said...

That is so adorable Amalia! Thanks so much for your recent visit and comment! Happy Wednesday to you!

ewa777 said...

It is wonderful! Small carpet is lovely. I like to visit your blog:)

Debby Ray said...

Oh what a cute little poem! And what an adorable little rug that Orangette is lying on. You are SO creative and talented, my friend! Hugs!

Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow said...

This little poem just cracked me UP! :) Another cute project I see :)

Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow said...

Me again : I am putting this post on my DIL and her twin sisters' FB pages...the overworked young mother syndrome needs this :)

Dewena said...

Way to go, Orangette! Dishes will wait, don't wait until you fall into bed tired at night to think you're going to think!

This is darling, Amalia!

Stephanie said...

Your poems are always the best, my friend. And oh, what a sweet picture! Hugs to you!

Enara Girl said...

You always create lovely things! xoxo

Benita said...

That poem is adorable, as is Orangette and the rag!! Love and hugs!!

Anna said...

We should all stop to have a think! I love your little colourful rag rug! x

Carolina G. Ticala said...

Your blog is beautiful !!! I would love to see you on my blog !! Happy day!!!
👌👌👌💚💚💚

gloriadelpilar_1994@yahoo.com said...

What cute is this Amalia !
I love all you post <3

Anonymous said...

Love the poem and love Orangette!!
Mary

~Lavender Dreamer~ said...

How cute! I am Spring cleaning today...just got started and can't stop! But I want to get a creative project started SOON! Enjoy your weekend! Hugs, Diane

Red Rose Alley said...

Sometimes we have to let everything go just to think and be still. What a cute poem, Amalia, and Orangette is darling. You are like a light on a dreary day.

Happy Valentine's Day, dear one.

~Sheri

eileeninmd said...

Hello Amalia, what a cute poem. Orangette is adorable. I agree dishes can wait. Happy Friday, enjoy your weekend!

Poppy said...

Hi Amalia,

Seems we're on the same wavelength, both needing to create with orange lately! Orangette is very sweet, and she deserves a rest - it is after all the weekend!

xo
Poppy

Burlap Luxe said...

HI Amalia, you are one creative force. Your poetry, your little students with fluffs and your colourful colour brings me back to my childhood.
Keep creating your creativeness.

Thank you dear for making a visit to my blog and leaving a comment that joys my weekend.
Xx

Dore

Nancy Chan said...

So cute! I like the little watering can and wheelbarrow. Orangette is thinking, "if only everything get done when I wake up from my nap."

FlashinScissors said...

This is gorgeous Amaliia!
Your stories and settings are always so cute for your little "stars".
I always look forward to seeing what you think of next!
Barbara x

Suzan said...

YES!!! I can relate to your poem!!
Adorable bunnie!!

Diane said...

Super cute little watering can and wheelbarrow with your story Amalia.

Hugs diane

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Amalia, what a sweet little poem to go with your adorable design. Loved it. Have a great weekend and blessings to you. xo

likeschocolate said...

Sounds like my house daily. Now that I have 6 children it is hard to keep up. I do my best though!

white and vintage said...

Hello Amalia,
thank you so much for your lovely comment. A funny poem and a cute little rabbit :)!
Hugs,
Christine

Margie said...

I can totally relate to this cute poem which captures the spirit of hygge.

Handmade in Israel said...

Thinking is always a good thing... and Orangette is very cute :)

VeggieMummy said...

Just adorable and I love the little rug that Orangette is lying on. Have a great week. xx

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

Orangette is enjoying a quiet moment on a rag made from leftover bits and pieces is darling. We all need a quiet moment in our busy lives. Loving your incredible talent.

Cheri Savory Spoon said...

Orangette is the sweetest little thing, love your poems!

kitty@ Kitty's Kozy Kitchen said...

Orangette is adorable on the sweet blanket, and so is your poem! ❤️

Jemma@athomewithjemma said...

Good Morning!
Thank you for brightening this cloudy February morning with whimsy, delight and joy!
Your talent is amazing you know:)
XO
Jemma

Polly said...

Delightful Amalia, Orangette is so cute. I love the colours and the wheelbarrow and watering can xo

Jean | DelightfulRepast.com said...

Amalia, your poems and crafts are wonderful -- unique, whimsical day-brighteners! You have a gift.

Aritha V. said...

I love Orangette. Is it the sister of the Dutch Nijntje? I think so. Also a great poem. So cute.

Anonymous said...

Where on earth did you find that tiny wheel barrow and watering can? Sooo cute, Amalia:) Are you one to celebrate Valentine? I do, at least with chocolate:) Happy you are back in blog land and many thanks for linking up with ALL SEASONS! You were missed:):) Have a lovely week, dear friend.

Jeannie Marie said...

I love your little character! What a great poem!

baili said...

oh it is heavenly LOVELY dear Amalia !!!
loved your poetic words about remaining chores ,AH... they never end so sometime following your moods and using the beautiful moment to knit your inner beauty and display is a fine decision .
Happy love day my friend!

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Amalia,

Love your sweet little Orangette.
Happy Valentine's Day and many thanks for the kind visit to my blog.
Hugs
Carolyn

DeniseinVA said...

This is great Amalia! Orangette is so cute, as is everything else in your photo.

EricaSta said...

Little pretty thing... And I love this. Thank you - by the way - for your nice comment.

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

I love your cute poem and the Orangette is adorable and the little blanket. This is how I feel sometime after a busy day! :) Thanks for sharing this at C&C with J&J!
Happy Valentine's Day and enjoy the week.
Julie

Alicia said...

QUE AMOROSO!!!!
SALUDITOS

Sara - Villa Emilia said...

So good to see you back, I have missed your poems!
xx

MaryAnne said...

I love the poem, and the photo is darling.

Kasztanowy Domek said...

Great poem! Kisses:)

xxBasia

Decor To Adore said...

A truly perfect poem! Have a Happy Valentine's Day!
May love and joy always be yours.

France Nadeau ❅ inspiration imagination creation said...

What a clever lady! I should follow her lead...
Her blanket and pillows are perfect for outside. Beautiful items that can endure rough treatments.
The blanket reminds me of those my grandmother used to make with old sheets. Sturdy and useful, with lots of colors. :-) I wish you a nice week!

Jeanna said...

That's pretty cute and so much more than a rag.

krishna said...

This is so cute!!.. I Love a little poem..

XOXO

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

So sweet!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!
Hugs,
Deb

Annas Nadelbuch said...

All your poems I love, Amalia! What a cozy picture, the little Lady is surrounded by sweet accessories! I wish I had such a nice carpet .. but I must now iron my dress ....

decorayadora said...

Todos tus poemas son bellos amiga , Es realmente adorable ,, mi niños adorarían un muñeco así

Kitchen Riffs said...

Love that picture! Really fun stuff -- thanks.

niwibo said...

Such a nice rabbit on a wonderuful carpet.
This picture looks so friendly and colourful, I like it.
Have a nice day, greetings
Nicole

Tamara said...

This is all so fun, Amalia. Such happy colors. I'm always so envious of the way you put words together (I could sure relate to this poem...haha! ) and your sweet creations make me want to get my felt and fabric out and have some fun :) Thank you for coming by and saying hello. It always brightens my day! I thought I was following you but I checked and NO.. hmm.. But I am now. So I hope to catch all of your charming posts. Have a lovely weekend. XO Tamara

RachelD said...

Just dropping in to say thank you for the visit to LAWN TEA---it's always lovely to see you. And I always enjoy another look at your wonderful whimsies and creations---Orangette is quite the charmer, and her rug a delightful small bit of art in itself.

Thank you for your kind words, and I hope you're staying well and warm.

rachel

roughterrain crane said...

Your fine photo makes me smile. Thanks a lot. Have a nice weekend.

Jodiebodie said...

That's a cute mix of colours, crafts and, as always, whimsical rhyme. Orange is a favourite colour of mine and the cheerful mix of colours in the little rug is a happy distraction amidst the stress of daily life. :-)

JES said...

So very cute!!! And I especially love the homemaking poem today :) Thank you for sharing with us on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth! :)

Wendi@H2OBungalow said...

I always have a nice smile when I visit your blog, pretty creations and creative words. Thanks for the Friday smile as my dishes are piled high as well Hugs XO - Wendi @H2OBungalow

Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen said...

Awww, Orangette looks so adorable and looks she is indeed enjoying a quiet moment
on a rag. Your stitching skills are fantastic, Amalia.

Pam Richardson said...

How cute and sweet, Amalia. You are so creative!

Prunella Pepperpot said...

Such a creative, colourful post Ammalia. Loving Orangette :)

handmade by amalia said...

The best and brightest cure for the grayness of winter :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Me too! It will be crowded but fun :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Couldn't agree more, Sandra. Thanks for visiting me!

handmade by amalia said...

And there is always the chance that an elf will wander into the kitchen and do them :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Orangette plans to get up and do a bit of gardening any minute now...

handmade by amalia said...

This brightened my day as well, Jamma, thank you ♥

handmade by amalia said...

If she wasn't before she is now :-) Orangette loves company.

handmade by amalia said...

The wheel barrow and watering can are miniatures made by a wonderful artist.

handmade by amalia said...

I have a pile of old sheets waiting to become a rug. One day :-)

handmade by amalia said...

Thanks for this wonderful comment, Tamara, made my day.

Tammy@T's Daily Treasures said...

Precious! I'm a bit like Orangette most of the time :)

September Violets said...

Orangette, rest your tete,
Don't rise and make haste!
House work on a nice day just seems such a waste.
If I had warm sunshine
and a nice crocheted rug,
I too would be resting with tea in my mug.

Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson said...

Orangette is so darling and I love the poem! How wonderful to rest on a handmade rug mat. :) Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann

handmade by amalia said...

LOL! Best comment ever!!!

Ohmydearests said...

Wonderful words and image! Yes, there is a time for everything...

Poções de Arte said...

Quanto charme neste trabalho e nestas palavras. Apaixonante, parabéns!
Obrigada pelo carinho com a mini horta.
Abraços esmagadores e feliz dia.

Isabel said...

Muito lindo:)

cristina said...

Love it ....

Anonymous said...

I love the poem! How wonderful to rest on a handmade rug mat..


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