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Sunday 14 July 2013

Day of plenty

What a day yesterday, went to the local farmers market in the morning. They were shearing sheep this time. They always have a demonstration about some aspect of farming. I'm sorry but I didn't take my camera. One thing I did find out is that the farmers get 30p for each fleece but have to do it to assist the sheep. How come wool is that expensive? Hand spun I can understand it, but commercially spun, how come?????

But some pics I took at home during the day are here.

Garlic harvest drying in the sun.

Red geranium adding colour to the garden.

Collection of shells and stones from my trip to Scotland in May, adding a little something (I know not what!!), to a corner of the patio.



Getting crafty in the late afternoon/evening. I cannot believe I made all these in a few hours. Waited for today to take pics as it was dark when I finished.

These are from Simply Crochet magazine, borrowed from a friend.

The fish are from Mollie Makes, see also Sue from Sweetpea family.  More instructive than my own blog.

Felt good to be making something, being able to sit in the garden making was a bonus.

Hope you are enjoying your weekend.

S xx
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10 comments:

  1. Ladybird Diaries14 July 2013 at 21:39

    I love the pretty lacy crochet star and circle, so nice.
    M x

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    1. Jessie's Needle15 July 2013 at 22:34

      Thank you. They were quite easy to do. I think I may try the pattern in thinner yarn and a smaller hook. I think they would look good on the right cushion.
      S xx

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  2. sweetpea family14 July 2013 at 21:57

    Love your creations thank you so much for joining my link up - it's very exciting
    Sue x

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    1. Jessie's Needle15 July 2013 at 22:35

      No probs. I too seem to collect all these free gifts and then do nothing with them.

      S xx

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  3. Unknown14 July 2013 at 22:15

    I'm loving the crochet colours - I'm going to make that apple for my mother, who has apple decorations in her kitchen. Was it easy? Chrissie x

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    1. Jessie's Needle15 July 2013 at 22:37

      Hi Chrissie, the apple was very easy. I used a 3ply yarn. I think making some red and green ones would make a lovely addition to a kitchen blind.
      S xx

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  4. Jennifer Hays14 July 2013 at 22:21

    Lovely photos. Your projects are really nice. Red geraniums are one of my very favorite flowers.

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    1. Jessie's Needle15 July 2013 at 22:39

      I love red geraniums. They say "summer" to me. It was hard work getting them, the B&Q type places seem to think we want fancy colours, but I say "red is best".
      S xx

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  5. Joy14 July 2013 at 22:36

    Lovely work S - and nice little (Scottish) shell collection!
    I also have difficulty coming to terms with the difference between what the poor farmer is paid and the price of wool in the shops! As in so many other products also! There must be more than one 'middle man' these days!!!
    Wishing you a wonderful week!
    Joy x

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    1. Jessie's Needle15 July 2013 at 22:41

      Thank you Joy, too many on the take these days. I sometimes wish life were simpler.
      You have a good week too, looking forward to seeing your next crafty make.
      S xx

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J xx

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