We were in Edinburgh at the weekend and I took some swan photos. I never tire of seeing swans.
Landing Gear Down.
Splash Down.
A plane coming into land at Edinburgh Airport.
At the other side of the water is a large open space where people walk their dogs.
A grey day in Edinburgh.
I’ve not posted of late as I seem to have no needlework progress to show. I have started so many projects and then abandoned them for various reasons that I’m getting very frustrated.
My knitted camel was a disaster – once I reached the head, you would have needed a degree in knitting to follow the pattern.
On the stitching side of things I’ve just not been inspired – I begin something and then it feels meaningless. I’ve never felt like this before. As a result, I decided to have a complete change in type of design and I’ve opted for a few bargello (hence the title) designs. The one below is the simplest and when finished will be made into a needlecase. I am really enjoying it and find it very relaxing.
Bargello or Florentine ?
This little one is still causing chaos and also a degree of worry too. She spent last Wednesday at the vet being spayed. She was a sorry little one for several days and only perked up at the weekend when we returned to the vet and she was given a couple of injections.
Snowdrop?
Flower Girl ?
Hopefully, my interest in stitching will pick up again and I might just find something to knit that doesn’t need such advanced skills. In the meantime I’m going to continue with the bargello and see where it takes me.
Thanks for popping in today, hopefully I’ll be back sooner next time. I’ll finish with another photo of Poppy (I can’t resist). Take care, no matter where you are.
I enjoyed your photos, and I also love the swans. They are so graceful and, to me, have something about them that looks vintage. Your Bargello project is very pretty! I think Bargello patterns are very interesting, but I haven’t done any in a few years. I’ll have to pick up my needlepoint some time this year! Poppy is beautiful and adorable! I always enjoy her photos.
Thank you for the photo’s , the swans are beautiful just like Poppy.
Is she not in the habit to take the flowers out of the vase?
Your Bargello project looks nice, i love the colors.
Hugs Yvon.
I too, enjoy your photographs and particularly the swans. Poppy is looking well! Best wishes for the Bargello project. The colours look so rich.
I sometimes get the blahs too you’re not the only one… can I maybe help with the camel head?
Sorry to read about your difficulties with the camel. The Bargello is spectacular, and I hope it will help you get over the blues. Poppy is a real sweetie!
Anne – I hope that Bargello can help you to enjoy needlework once again – that after all, is what it is all about. Poppy looks to be such a dear sweet thing – hope she feels better soon.
Poppy is beautiful
Sometimes I find I need to take a break from stitching and do some other craft – I made some beaded bracelets this past weekend and baked cookies instead. Your bargello is lovely – enjoy it!
Hello Ann…I hope little Poppy has perked up now…I have always felt dreadful taking my pets to be spayed and it has been a great relief when they are up and around again…but it has to be done, doesn’t it?
Your swan photographs are beautiful a is your Bargello project…I think the time of year has left us feeling a little lacking in inspiration…The sunny weather here yesterday has really lifted my spirits..Spring will be here soon!
Take care,
Susan x
Cute photo’s of Poppy, hopefully she’s recovered from the neutering now.
Your bargello is looking lovely
Hello
Just found your blog.
Your bargello piece is great, love the colours you’ve chosen.
Poppy is just adorable!
Love the photo of Poppy and the snowdrops.
I love your swan photos. I could sit and watch them for ages too.
That is such a cute photo of Poppy and the snowdrop. Looks like she is taking time to stop and smell the flowers