Few
days ago we woke up to the first snow - all of us surprised
of "Winter, already?", and some rejoicing more than others. (Quick snapshots with a phone)
While I was looking at the serene
beauty of the forest, I thought that this winter I am going to love every
little bit of it. Winter is not just endless shoveling of snow, battling with
difficult conditions on the roads, hauling loads of wood inside the house, but
also lovely, mysterious, twilight moments when everything is rich blue, the
flaming light of the fire that gathers everyone around, the beauty of frost on
trees, the nibble of the fresh air on your nose when you are out and about and
the need for wool. The ice has been building up on the lake and it is bittersweet to see her blanketed by ice, but without farewell there would not
be happy reunion, so all in all, that is good too. There are lots of birds
coming for seeds but I have not seen the sparrowhawk since. I have been
thinking of her because although she looked fine, she was maybe too tame, and I do hope she is healthy.
The
little woolen birds are still in need of elf caps, but I did make a start on a
new one. Maybe I can find a way to include some Christmas spirit into him. I
was listening to the radio the other day and there was interesting bit of birds
and Christmas and how they tie together.
This
past week I got back a huge pile of socks in need of repair. While my daughter
has been home I have been busy mending loved old socks. She is a dancer and uses some of her wool socks to keep
warm during breaks and she pulls them over ballet shoes, sometimes in layers,
so the socks have to endure a lot. I think that the most beautiful pair of
socks I have ever done are these
Wallflower socks.
After
hard use they were in a very bad condition: holes here and there and toes in
rags.
That did not take a very long time, actually a lot less that what would have been needed to knit another pair from scratch, so there will be a lot more mending in my future.
Since socks are fairly easy to repair, there is more sense in knitting them - all good.
This is the new pair. (Some shaping in the back of the leg.)
Hope
you all have a good weekend.
Wool
with you,
Lene
Your socks are fabulous, made with so much fun. A daughter that is a dancer, you must be so very proud.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Meredith
Your blog posts are becoming very bad for my petite Ravelry queue/favorites list. What gorgeous socks! And the delight in an upcoming winter ... it's my favorite season. Time to stock up on knitting projects, tea, and good books!
ReplyDeleteI just now woke up to our first snow as well. It really surprised me-I was not expecting snow till November. But you are right about winter-there will be beautiful moments.
ReplyDeletewish I knew more about mending socks. My great grandmother used to darn socks a lot, but never passed on the knowledge to me.
'Just spent last Sunday darning socks - such satisfaction watching the pile with holes shrink as the mended pile grows!
ReplyDeleteI would be sad if you blogged no more. Besides the knitting, which is wondrous, I love the commentary and beautiful photos about the weather and seasons, the dogs and cats, and the occasional news of your daughters. mkb_all@yahoo.com
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely socks! I have a small pile of handknit socks waiting for mending, so now I am encouraged. Something for a rainy (or snowy) day :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful collection of socks! And you are right, the Wallflower socks are special.
ReplyDeletePat
really nice socks !!!!!
ReplyDeleteJe voudrais avoir le temps de faire les mêmes
patricia
Thanks for reminding me it's sock season. It's still 80degrees here in Los Angeles, but hopefully soon it will be wool sock weather.
ReplyDeleteLove your socks.
Hugs,
Deb
I am always inspired by your posts --and am so glad they are here and not on Ravelry. Thank you.
ReplyDeleteYour forest grouping of the little birds and mushrooms is truly outstanding. You have a great artistic eye combined with a bit of whimsy. I am so glad you area blogging again.
ReplyDeleteSometimes I too forget there is a wonderful world out there of folks with artistic natures.
Best
Beautiful, beautiful socks, old and new.
ReplyDeleteI'm sure that working to appreciate every last thing that can be appreciated is good for us...........
Thank you for sharing the beautiful things in your part of the world with us.
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful blue and white socks! And I feel the same way about winter :-)
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The socks are so lovely! :)
ReplyDeleteYour daughter has a very thoughtful Mum (and is that her toes pointing on the rocks??)
ReplyDeleteKeep warm Friend and enjoy the wintery nights...
your knitted sock photos are some of my favorite things, Lene!
ReplyDeleteI really love winter so much and am so glad it is just around the corner. my dogs and i are really happy to have the fresh cold air to walk in again.
xo
I am glad you are posting again. Your writing and art makes me feel so peaceful. The socks are indeed works of art. Write when you have time and if it makes you happy. October with autumn color in the midwest is my favorite month but I love the beauty and peace of winter too. Be well.
ReplyDeleteYour a few days ahead of us with the snow. Ours is suppose to arrive this weekend but the lake hasn't frozen yet. I'm actually looking forward to winter this year too. I'm ready for warm fires, knitting, spinning and feeding the birds once the bears hibernate. Your Wallflower socks are a work of art! I love them!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful socks! You do an amazing job of mending them too. What fun pictures of your cat and dogs! I will be like the joyful one when snow arrives for us. ;)
ReplyDeleteWonderful socks, Lene, and glorious photographs of them. I wonder if those are your daughter's feet? They look like a dancers', and the way they are posed helps show off your beautiful work. I am SO glad you are back writing the blog again. I look forward to new entries the way a child looks forward to a present! I hope that perhaps you will share all the beauty of winter with us as the weeks move along and the cold comes to stay for a while...
ReplyDeleteGanz bezaubernde Socken! Großes Kompliment
ReplyDeleteLiebe Rosaliegrüße
You inspire me to have a better attitude about winter, thank you.
ReplyDeleteIt is a very good thing that you've decided to continue. For several years, your blog has been a place of respite for me, and I suspect for most of your readers. You have a sweet and quiet soul, Ms. Lene, and it shines through your words and through your works.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful work again!-And -what I like most in your posts is that you always transmit subtle, fine thoughts and ideas...
ReplyDeleteWool with you, too!
Absolutely gorgeous socks. I am so glad you are still posting - I would really hearing from you. You are such an inspiration!
ReplyDeleteI'm happy you haven't gone away! I love to see glimpses of the landscape, your pets, your knitting of course, and the wildlife--it's all so different from my home that I feel like I've been on a vacation when I read your posts. You make winter seem like a wondrous thing, which of course it can be but we forget that!
ReplyDeleteDelightful socks! :) I enjoyed looking at the scenery behind too!
ReplyDeleteI don't think anyone has ever knit a pair of socks more beautiful than those! But even with that lovely stranded wool for cushion, standing on curled over toes on a rock looks completely excruciating.
ReplyDeleteI live in New England and absolutely love the winter! Several of our friends go to Florida for warm weather and sunshine during the colder months but I wouldn't miss the beauty of winter for anything! Your writing is like reading poetry - you're so very talented in so many areas!
ReplyDeleteI have a heel that is worn on a very beloved pair of socks - none as exquisite as yours but they were my first pair. I'm going to attempt to replace the heel - thanks for your inspiration! Please keep writing - I would miss you immensely!
Lene, I've been so glad to have you back on the other side of the screen. I didn't say so at first because I am one of those people who read the blogs of others but fail to tend their own. Your post on socks is so wonderful that I cannot stay silent. The socks are gorgeous. Your comments about winter are lovely and poetic. You are an inspiration to me, even though it doesn't show in my own blog.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful socks! Glad you know how to keep them repaired for even more wear.
ReplyDeleteI don't feel ready for winter. Luckily Toronto may not see much snow before January.
Thanks for the post. Your readers really appreciate them. I love the new header with the mushrooms.
LisaRR
Awesome socks. So pleased to read your blog post! Love the cat and dog pics. We expect a cold winter here too.
ReplyDeleteI am captivated by the pictures of the hawk. Do you mind if I use them to paint? Do you happen to know what type of hawk it is? I would love to hear from you hmred at comcast dot net
ReplyDeleteI came across this post recently, by chance. Until that very moment, I never had the faintest inclination to knit socks but when I saw your pictures I thought I must knit a pair at once for my daughter who loves socks and will have her birthday on Saturday. I especially love your wallflower socks but I chose an easy pair to begin with and tonight I have finished them so I thought I would tell you and thank you for your inspiration and for sharing your beautiful blog. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your projects :)
ReplyDeleteImpressive one.
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