October has arrived…or has it?!
It’s already October, yet I have my central air on today. I love fall and I hope we get some nice, cool evenings before the cold grip of winter sets in! I have been busily creating felted pumpkins, acorns, felted bowls and thinking about what gifts to make for Christmas. I like to make Christmas gifts for my friends and family because I just feel like it is more meaningful to take the time to handcraft something for someone special. I hope as my grandchildren grow up, they will someday look back and remember when Grammy made them things. Hopefully they’ll keep them to show their children!
I am sentimental about things from the past. I love old pictures, handmade quilts, embroidered pillows, postcards, and items from my parents and grandparents. When I look at photos or keepsakes that are meaningful from my past, I can be transported right back to places like my backyard while growing up, my grandparents kitchen and backyard, my school days, and my friends houses. Our memories are such treasures and one of my favorite things is hearing a word, smelling a familiar smell or looking at an old picture and for a moment, being 10 years old again, or 16 or 25.
Getting back to what I’ve been making, here is a picture of the acorns I needle felted! The caps are real acorn caps that have been washed, dried and sealed. I love needle felting and I am looking forward to starting some Christmas ornaments and decorations.
Enjoy the rest of your week! It is warm here, but it will be about 20 or more degrees cooler in about 3 days. Crazy weather this year! We’ll I’m going to get back to watching the Voice–I love that show…and Adam Levine!
