As I type to you, I am just back from celebrating my granddaughter, Rosie's 4th birthday in our dining room!!!! The seasons and the years continue to fly by with whirls of concern thankfully punctuated by joyful celebrations of the births of those we love :)
The last few days have been so beautiful here in Boring, Oregon... sunny but moderate temperatures, and the colors of the foliage stunning... demanding my attention and appreciation.
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| Not long ago my youngest son harvested his colorful carrots. I loved seeing their various colors and shapes... and the ones I tasted were delicious! |
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| The nurseries around us have contrasting but complementary colorful rows of trees and shrubs and vines, the farmers' artistry expressed on the canvas of the earth. |
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| The landscape artists of various businesses have painted the earth in their charge so wonderfully I want to stop and applaud...or at least take lots of photos in appreciation or their work. |
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| At one crossroad I stopped to take this photo lured to follow the road in this direction, |
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| but instead, I turned in the opposite direction and in two blocks came across this amazing sight, trees safely aflame in firey beauty, |
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| and across from them a pumpkin patch with families riding in hay wagons, |
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| hunting for perfect pumpkins to wheel back to their cars for the ride home. |
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| I explored Barton Park along the muddy brown Clackamas River, which was swollen by recent rains, while green and golden trees stood at alert on the river banks, |
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| and golden leafed trees highlighted the lovely arch of the bridge. |
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| It is a wonderful reward to capture a glimpse of Mt. Hood after it has been hidden under the clouds of stormy weather that have contributed to its impressive white snowpack. |
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| During the stormy weather though, I have been gathering colorful elements to craft various projects inside, like this woven bracelet leashed together with a whimsical sheep button. I followed the first weaving pattern in this Youtube video HERE. |
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| Do you see two starfish on a beach enjoying the sunrise or sunset in this watercolor painting I made on a card? |
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This colorful crocheted hat for Rosie I completed using my friend, Teresa Kasner's pattern you can find for free HERE.
There are several other projects that I have completed and more that are works in process. One day I plan to show you more :)
Are you enjoying others colorful crafting or being involved in crafting something colorful yourself in whatever season of life you are in?
Gracie xx
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Wow, the autumn colour in your parts is stunning. Mount Hood looking good too. Cn x
ReplyDeleteHello, Gracie - wonderful photos of the beautiful autumn countryside! This dry year seems to have created a much more colorful display than usual. Everything is so lovely, especially your dear little Rosie in her lovingly crafted hat. It's always a treat to see Mt. Hood, too. Your watercolor card is very pretty and the bracelet is sweet with the lamb button. You've been very busy. I'm afraid I have not been so creative as of lately, but you have inspired me to get busy. The holidays are coming - this year went by so fast! Wishing you blessings for this last, lovely week of October! xo Karen
ReplyDeleteMy goodness you took us on a wonderful tour, what a joy to see the beauty of a changing season. The wonderful array of colour was a feast for the eyes. Great makes, I loved the sheep button.
ReplyDeleteAutumn is just beautiful in your corner of the world. Wonderful photos. Sweet model for your colorful hat!
ReplyDeleteIt is absolutely stunning in your part of the world, thanks for sharing this beauty. Your sweet granddaughter made me smile xx
ReplyDeleteI totally love this post.. the autumn leaves.. the full and rushing river.. your artwork and of course I adore that darling grandchild sporting her new hat made by you! I didn't know your son was growing a carrot garden.. how neat to see all the different varieties! I'm going swimming today.. are you? Hope to see you there! ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteRosie is four! I find that so hard to believe. I remember holding her as a baby. The years are flying by, don’t think so my friend? I loved your post today with the beautiful fall colors. The words you used to describe them are beautiful too. You have a talent for writing my friend. It’s so good to see you back posting. I sure hope to see you again soon.
ReplyDeleteBlessings always, Betsy
Hi Gracie, it sounds like you're having a nice time lately. Happy birthday to Rosie! I can't believe she's four already, time really flies. The hat you made for her is adorable. I really enjoyed your fall photos today, just beautiful. Hope you're doing well, take care.
ReplyDeleteGosh isn't Oregon beautiful! Your photos make me miss it all over again. Perhaps one day I will get to visit the coast and mountains....they are both so gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteHello my dear friend Gracie. Those are the most amazing photos you shared with us today! Autumn has painted a lovely picture in your area. And, I loved seeing your latest craft projects. Little Rosie looks adorable in her new hat. I hope you have a lovely weekend with your family. Hugs, Pat
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful Autumnal colours Gracie - Rosie is beautiful and I love her colourful hat. I have been doing some crafting - although at the moment I am suffering with a rather nasty cold. Do hope it soon gives up and goes away !!!! Anne x
ReplyDeleteAutumn is sure beautiful where you live Gracie. I wish we had trees that turned here. I can't believe Rosie is 4! Where has the time gone? wishing you a wonderful week ahead.
ReplyDeleteThe fall scenery is so beautiful. We don't get views like that around here. Weather is getting cooler but looking out the window, everything looks pretty much the same year round. All of your projects are colorful and lovely. I've been in a bit of a lazy mood lately. Must get motivated. Have a blessed Sunday!
ReplyDeleteSuch beautiful photos. I love the colorful leaves on the trees. Fall is my favorite season. It always looks like God has just brushed the Earth with a paintbrush of colors when Fall arrives. The carrots looks yummy. The bounty of the garden is always a blessing. Your Granddaughter looks adorable. Her hat turned out really great. Wishing you a day filled with many blessings. :)
ReplyDeleteA lovely post, dear Gracie. Nothing tastes better than veg from your own garden, especially such lovely colorful carrots.
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All beautiful colorful photos here Gracie and I really enjoyed catching up here while I am away in our van for a little trip. Rosie is gorgeous and so is that hat too. Trying to get on with some knitting and crochet here xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteYou are soaking up the Autumn colour there Gracie. That little hat on that sweetie is beautiful. Have a good week. Jo x
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed seeing My Oregon in autumn through your photos! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteI so enjoyed your pictures of all that glorious autumn colour Gracie. And the little hat is beautiful...as is your dear little model! Xox
ReplyDeleteNowhere near as colourful in this corner of the world. Thank you for sharing your beautiful photos. Your hat is lovely. B x
ReplyDeleteBelated birthday wishes to Rosie, her lovely hat looks as colourful as your scenery. Thank you for sharing your fantastic autumn colours we don't get such a range of colours here! Sarah x
ReplyDeleteI scrolled alot to find this post I missed! The autumn colors have been amazing here as well. I watch the tree across the street at work each year as it turns color too. Thank you so much for the pretty ocean card you sent us for our anniversary! We really enjoy it and will frame it soon. The starfish "people" are nice! Your granddaughter looks so cute in the hat you made her! Good job and thanks for sharing your life with us! Hugs and blessings, my friend!
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, thank you so much for the comment on my blog. It means a lot to me. The color in your area is beautiful, unfortunately, not the same here. There is color but it's scattered. Your granddaughter is a cutie. I really enjoyed all your photos of the trees, pumpkins and of course, Mt. Hood.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Sharon
You are SO talented Gracie! Loved the sheep bracelet especially-I've always had a soft spot for sheep 😉 And your photos of autumn leaves made me happy! We recently were downstream of Barton Park enjoying the ducks, gulls, pigeons and geese at Clackamette Park. I do love that river!
ReplyDeleteGod bless you and yours,
Aimee
Oh wow. I love those stunning fall colors. You captured them gorgeously. Those carrots look pretty interesting! I'm not sure I've seen so many different colors of carrots.
ReplyDeleteAlways crafting myself, and never enough time to make all the things I'd like!
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely, lovely photos and words in this post, Gracie. I especially loved the arch of the bridge and the glimpse of dear snowy Mt. Hood. And your starfish could also be two little orange people holding hands as they watch the sunset (or sunrise). :)