it was another magnificent day in the studio. the weather was balmy and the lake steamed in the unusually warm air. i sat in my window seat making quilts (this one is listed in the shop) and listening to 'madame bovary'. neighbors stopped by to share the beauty of the day. we talked of weddings and babies and love affairs. there was lots of loud laughter.
early in the afternoon, tom came in the back door with post boxes that had been delivered to the house. i knew that i was about to unwrap loveliness. last week i told you i had ordered some items from jen at country weekend. they arrived today and i couldn't be more thrilled. a pansy painting for my mama. and the most perfect little clutch for me that is just the right size for my wallet, keys and phone. and to top it off, a willa cather book i didn't know existed. she is one of my favorites. thank you jen, for making my day such a special one.
happy dreams and i hope the week ends perfectly for all of you.
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So glad they arrived safely, and I'm thrilled they are in a loving home. I didn't realize you were listening to Madame B.--I thought the previous references were metaphorical. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to listen to a classic while working.
oh, jen. they are so lovely. and smokey the bear1!!! he and i have a special love. one of my earliest memories is visiting the real smokey the bear in the washington zoo. he was old. and i had been told his story over and over. it was like meeting a celebrity. so the bookmark you included was just perfect!!!! thank you so much.
ReplyDeleteenjoy your holiday....and i'm sure you'll feel georgia close while you're there.
Your mother will be thrilled with the pansy painting, it looks lovely, and so appropriate at this time of year, when they are the main colour source in the garden.
ReplyDeletemy mother taught me to love pansies when i was little. she always pointed out their 'faces' to me. i think she'll love it.
DeleteGood choice! You are already ready for Christmas! By the way I'm making a small black cushion which fits to your quilt.
ReplyDeletenot quite ready, haricot, but i've started.
Deleteand i'd love to see the cushion you're making. i hope you can email me a photo!!!
You selected some gorgeous things. I love everything you picked. I'm sure your mom will be delighted with the pansy painting and I know you will enjoy the Willa Cather book. :)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend! :)
aren't they beautiful, kris.
Deleteand i adore willa cather. of course, reading is a luxury that alludes me most of the time.
enjoy your weekend