JaM.........Winter Cheer!

Winter has now settled in our little valley...........................


There's plenty of wood stacked on the veranda and the dogs are staying close to the back door waiting to sneak in when they can...................


Early morning walks in the drizzle and then home to hot tea & toast.






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Someones doing their best to brighten up Winter in our neighbourhood. 

     Pulling a few weeds and planting more garlic cloves..........love garlic


                                                     

                                                    


          

                                               
           Watching a bird feed on fruit (medlar) just about to be picked .
                                         

                                                       
    There's plenty of creating going on...................


     but you can't have a peek.................


     its for someone special..........




     Sharing Just A Moment with JODY and friends................


    
    
      

JaM..............

Three days ............... No Work Commitments
                                Nice Weather
                                Time to myself
                                Time to Create.


A bit of shopping, a bit of cooking, a bit of gardening and then some quiet time on the sewing machine. (although i must admit I'd love to be joining in  at Jody's studio....) 

                                                
My kitchen bench is just perfect for cutting out patterns, its nice and high and easy on the back............................

My first Piece of Cake tunic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 

                            Yep, I'm happy with that!!  Thanks Jody!




Then time for something totally new........................


A Workshop on Drawing in Black and White.


I couldn't believe 6 hours could go so fast and that i would learn so much!


I have been trying to draw/ paint over the last 6 months but had hit a bit of a stumbling block.
With a wonderful teacher and a fresh approach i achieved some really good results.
The key as with every thing is PRACTISE, a little drawing everyday.......

                                                
Seed Pods in Ink.




Joining In with JODY  and her storm of creation!

JaM

JaM  


Things have changed a little at JaM................


But staying the same........Sharing Just a Moment....   


Something  Noticed   Consumed  Created    Bought




Winter is a busy time of the year for us, such a popular time for people to escape to the country and enjoy a break from city living............


While the weather has been mild hubby and i have been cutting up and stacking firewood for the coming cold months.


I've weeded the gardens, planted out veggie seedlings, mowed lawns, divided up some iris, cleaned out the chook pen again and added fresh straw so the girls are comfy and warm.


I like to make sure the cottages are cosy and inviting for our guests so every now and then I change things around, add a picture, fresh flowers or books.


So its been a creative week in readiness for a busy month ahead.

A wreath of grape vines for a rustic look.

Gingham always looks fresh and red warm..............

 A little wire candle holder with bird on top peeks in the window..........

                                                                            
   Treasures for children(big kids too) to sort through..............




 Then i thought it was time to freshen up our cottage..................

Lucky for me there's a vineyard close by so another wreath......

I've made about eight so far!