In Bloom

Our back yard apple tree has finally blossomed.


So pretty.


Such old-fashioned looking blooms. So very sweet.


I put together my Memorial Day to 4th of July Mantle last night. And today I'm remembering all who have served. Deep blessings to you and yours.

P.S. I crocheted the stars using this pattern.

ANOTHER PEEK AT MY VALENTINE GARLAND

I really enjoyed making this Valentine garland this year. It was inspired my several bloggers who've made it before and it provided a cheerful trimming to our mantle when the grayest of the winter was upon us.
Here's the whole mantle in all its glory:


Projects like this appeal to me on so many levels: I love repetition, I love variations on a theme, I love putting together interesting color combos. And I love that I'll now I have this garland each February when I'll need its lovely cheerfulness the most.