...I am itching to start gardening at our house by the lake, but I certainly won't be doing so in the next few days, because this is what southern coastal British Columbia looks like at the moment:
But don't get me wrong!... I love when it snows around here. While I don't know that a lot of people living in this city feel as I do, for me, a snowfall in Vancouver is as sweet as a wintry treat can be! I guess I'll always be a Montrealer at heart, where winter doesn't seem quite right without a snowscape like this one...
So while gardening outdoors might not be for the immediate future, I have found a way of sowing a garden while sitting by my window, watching the snow fall: I have been going through my woolly yarn reserves and found so many yummy skeins and balls, that I could'nt resist pulling out my crochet hooks and making a few flowers... Of course, this being such an addictive pastime ('should be doing so many other things instead at the moment), a handful of flowers has suddenly becoming a full-blown flower nursery! Now, I have to start thinking of where to plant them... perhaps on a few cushions or maybe a blanket or two -- I shall keep you posted... 'Hope you are also finding ways of enjoying your month of January!...
I love that! Crochet gardening!!!
Posted by: Fruitful Fusion | January 16, 2012 at 10:54 PM
Oh, those are just lovely! I can only do granny squares, but I think it's high time I branched out.
Posted by: noknittedknickers | January 17, 2012 at 12:24 AM
I love the idea of crochet gardening - perfect for this time of year! I wonder if you can get yarn that will survive outdoors - you could create a garden full of colour all year round!!
Posted by: pinkgreen | January 17, 2012 at 01:33 AM
I've been crochet gardening too! Mine are roses and daisies from Melanie Griffiths book. I've just taken photos ready for a blog post later in the week.
January isn't bad at all, quite a bit of frost but lovely sunshine too.
Carol xx
Posted by: Carol | January 17, 2012 at 05:26 AM
Ooh, are there are more pictures of how the lake house is progressing? Hope things are going well. Love your colourful garden of flowers, what a happy sight!
S x
Posted by: Sandra | January 17, 2012 at 08:03 AM
Beata,
I wish we could be neighbors for just an afternoon and you would teach me how to make these lovely flowers...
I can't imagine a prettier garden.
Posted by: kirsten | January 17, 2012 at 09:32 AM
Look at all those beautiful flowers!! Beata, they are gorgeous. I am loving the snow, too. So pretty.
Posted by: krista - Poppyprint | January 17, 2012 at 10:24 AM
I was wondering if you ever sell the colorful crocheted flower pillows? I have a 1966 Frolic travel trailer that I would just love to have one for. I have no crocheting skills at all. I make jewelry and do some sewing. Your work is absolutely amazing!
Posted by: Beth Bricker | January 22, 2012 at 04:03 PM
I absolutely love your blog. I recently purchased a sewing machine & I can't wait til it gets here so I can begin making incredible & beautiful things like yours! You're such an inspiration! Your pillowcases are beautiful. I love to crochet, but I had never before heard of a sharp crochet hook so you could do trim - what a clever invention! I can't wait to buy one & try trimming my own things. :] Thanks for being amazing, I always look forward to seeing what else you have created.
Posted by: Dani | January 26, 2012 at 01:41 PM
This is fantastic. I live in the Southwest Desert - so gardening does not happen here during the summer! Love the snowy pictures. I LOVE winter but just do not get to enjoy it here....
Thanks for all of your tips and patterns!
Posted by: Stacey | January 27, 2012 at 12:58 PM
So ready for my real flower garden. But I've been creating my crochet flowers for a baby blanket... due in spring:) Light weight for the season. Unending possiblities with crochet. Thanks for sharing your wonderful ideas.
Posted by: Love To Crochet | January 29, 2012 at 10:30 AM
Hi Beata, I have nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award. You can read more here http://smileattheflowers.blogspot.com/2012/01/thank-you.html.
I hope you can accept it.
Carol xx
Posted by: Carol | January 30, 2012 at 04:57 PM
Love that winter gardening, they are all beautiful.. very creative clever you.
Chris xx
Posted by: chris | February 01, 2012 at 11:57 AM
Perfect for this time of year! I wonder if you can get yarn that will survive outdoors - you could create a garden full of colour all year round!!
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Beautiful.
Posted by: Juris | February 18, 2012 at 09:32 AM
Wow, what creativity you have. well done Beata
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Posted by: Charissa | March 19, 2012 at 07:31 PM
I love your craft. Very nice!
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