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Red Poppies (Anemones, Actually) In Bloom In Northern Israel
Yesterday when I took a walk with my son in the nearby fields, thinking that I was going to photograph some Almond blossoms, I was surprised to find that our native red anemones, that everyone just calls poppies, are also in bloom, which is so very exciting every time! Dots of red peeking out from new green growth of Spring is so very lovely, and I know so many of you love getting a glimpse of nature here in Israel, up close and in person, so here we go!
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A Rosh Chodesh Walk And Almond Trees Blooming In Northern Israel
On Rosh Chodesh, the first day of each Jewish month, my kids have a half day of school, meaning it is the perfect time to take a little nature walk, and especially since Spring is here, and this month is Adar, a very joyful one indeed, and walking in nature surely gives us joy. As it turned out, only my 11 year old was actually available to go with Mom, and while there were delays as always, I'm glad we made the effort to get out the door, and taking photos as the sun is going down can be quite lovely! Every year I post photos of the almond trees…
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Welcome To craft Schooling Sunday
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday, I hope all is well with my little family of crafty party goers! The first signs of spring have arrived in Northern Israel, and I expect to see the first of the lovely almond blossoms tomorrow when I head out with my camera for a little Rosh Chodesh walk with my kids, who will have a half day of school. It is now the Jewish month of Adar, a very festive one indeed, meaning filled with creative activities in our home, so just as soon as I finish getting this party started I have work to do! There are decorations for our women's Purim…
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Filet Crochet Exploration…..
This week I decided at long last to give filet crochet a try, as I've been wanting to do something with this crochet technique for ages…..namely to take the idea of filet crochet, normally executed with crochet string and a tiny hook, and do it using regular yarn. I do love the results, this being the second sample that I made, the first one I tore out….but there are some important things to keep in mind, which I learned with this experiment. If the idea of taking gridded designs and turning them into crocheted masterpieces appeals to you, keep on reading……and for the rest of you, well stay tuned…
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Crocheted Striped Mohair Collar With Ribbon Tie
Sometimes a soft mohair collar to keep your neck warm would be just the perfect little accessory, so why not whip one up? Or for that matter, make a bunch in different sizes, as this would surely be adorable for a little girl as well, right? My crocheted striped mohair collar with a ribbon tie is so simple to make, and depending on the yarn you choose as well as the ribbon tie, could go with so many looks, not to mention perfect for a cool spring day. Ah yes, and what might be the difference between a cowl and a collar you ask? Keep on reading, and we shall…
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Crocheted Wavy Ribbed Cowl Pattern
Our pink almond blossoms are on the verge of blooming, which is the first sign of spring here in Northern Israel, so this pink wavy ribbed cowl is right on time and a perfect Spring accessory! I just love cowls, button up ones that is, and even wear them indoors all winter long. So when it occurred to me to use this space dyed pink yarn to make a cowl of some kind, I just had to get to work so that I could still enjoy it this year! Given my tendency to leave projects without ends woven in, and no buttons, well this is truly a miracle, yippee, especially…
