Ripples
Making ripples on the seashore
I have been making waves on Sherkin Island this weekend – thanks to the lovely Lucy at Attic24 and her pattern for a Cottage Ripple Blanket. This crochet project has sustained me through the winter months, and although only one third the way through, it came with me this weekend for a little coastal airing. Spring has arrived on the island, with gorse bushes in full bloom, creating a stunning show of vivid yellow against blue seas and sky. I spent most of my time admiring the scenery and taking pictures. However, I did grab a few moments on my favourite bench to sit in the sunshine and crochet for a while.
It only seemed right to pose the blanket exactly how Lucy did in her post!
(I’m not sure why this image is appearing blurred as the original is in focus).
So the little house is dry and clean, ready for a new season. The grass has had its first cut and my spirits feel lifted. Leaving the island is never easy but I think you will agree that the sight of Baltimore makes that particular parting far sweeter.
Love the blanket Pea! Love the blog too!!! Em xx
Em!!!! What a lovely surprise. Perhaps you would like to come and sit on the bench with me some time in the near – and not too far distant future? Pea xxxx
What a beautiful splash of colour on the beach, I love the blanket ! It’s really beautiful 🙂
Thanks Jocelyn, the shades are a little more muted in reality but it does make a very colourful splash in these pictures. It’s a little longer now too…
Dear Pea, this blog is sheer gorgeousness itself! Sharon
Sharon, I love my new name! It’s so good to have you back and to see you so well and spirited as ever. Pea x
very lovely Patsy!! the colors are so vivid and happy….
The colours in your rug work so well with the lovely spring landscape Patsy! I bet it was fun to make. I used to do a lot of crochet but haven’t for years, but recently discovered Tunisian crochet, worked on a long hook, lots of fun!
…and to think that I am only one third of the way so still a long way to go! Tunisian crochet sounds interesting. You must post something so we can see it!
So jolly and Spring like ! A perfect combination Patsy . The weather has been perfect for a little airing of all sorts … I can only agree in thinking that preparing your hideaway on Sherkin for your future weekends away must have been very uplifting . Were spirits raised down at the local hostelry too I wonder 😉
Your cosy colourful throw is a fabulous rainbow of colours … and Baltimore has a Pink House to match 😀
Thanks Poppy. Imagine, we never set foot in the pub all weekend!! The photos have made the blanket look a little garish. It’s strange what an iPhone can do. 🙂
Patsy … you know I’ve decided everyone’s screen looks different 🙂 Spring cleaning here seems to be going on FOREVER … I will catch up v soon x
The blanket is lovely and I love your last shot. Beautiful.
Thanks Debs, Baltimore always seems to look pretty.
Oh so lovely! I love the colours in the rippled project. I am always amased at those who can crochet such lovely items.
My cousin, who had never crocheted, took it upon herself to make a crochet baptism gown for her godson. It was absolutely beautiful. And too small! So she made another (!) and gave me the first one for my tiny firstborn son. The next two boys had to be baptised as close as possible to their birth in order to fit!
Thanks Dale. How lovely! She must be a very talented lady.
She is indeed!!
Beautiful photos and the ripple looks so cheery by the sea.
Thanks Jean!