Hello! Happy Sunday to you!
Whew, what a week. It has been a week of changes and new beginnings, all good things yet they have sort of taken a wee bit of extra energy. So it has been nice to settle down with some tea, a few stitches on all the projects and of course visiting you all. Once I am done babbling about me, you will see that this list of April loves is rather long.
Goodies from Mintrain
Good mail days have been in abundance as I have been participating in many sock yarn scrap swaps.
Goodies from Kristi
And a fun Spring Swap via Buckaloo View's group on Ravelry.
gifts from the lovely Juliann
Not to mention Tina's very own artwork... I know, right!!
You may notice that I have not mentioned or shown progress pics of any projects from in last week's post. That would be because there is no real progress to show. But I am working on it. :)
Alright now let's go traveling to blogland and there about for some real inspirations.
- When I have had a busy, stressful week like this last one of the first place I go is to Leigh's. There I know I will be met with beautiful words and pictures.
- Since it's been a while since I have traveled, it has been fun to follow along with Ellen's vacation and Kate's.
- Another Leigh has a blog where the words are simple and the images say so much. Love it.
- Little Pink Canary's Stitch Along post has me itching to pull out the needles and thread.
- As I do not have an FO to sing over, Singing of Hope does and it is a beauty.
- I fear visiting Julie because I know that I will end up wanting to eat, make or have everything she posts in her BlissPin Ups.
- Sweet puppy, beautiful children, drool-worthy yarn and knitting projects that bring out the happy in me all at Amanda's.
- Window shopping will not be excluded this month. Being inspired by Pink Canary Knits reminded me of a favorite Etsy shop, Dropcloth.
- Grabby hands and heart have their sights set on Knitted Wit's Fairy Garden and Felicia Cakes.
- If I could I would buy everything in The Little Canoe's shop.
A lot of goodies, I know. :) Leaving you with a sweet song.
Have the best day today!
XO,
Andi
Even good changes can take so much energy! Whew! Thank you for all the wonderful links and eye candy, Andi. Wishing you a smooth week of flowing in all of your change... blessings ~ tanna
Posted by: tanna | 04/26/2015 at 04:54 AM
Oh my gosh, The Little Canoe! I want everything! haha.
Have a great week Andi!
Posted by: AngelaH | 04/26/2015 at 07:30 AM
Your photos are always so inspiring.
Posted by: Dee | 04/26/2015 at 07:34 AM
Whoa...how do you get involved in a Sock Yarn Scrap Swap? That sounds awesome! I have so many, many scraps and a (constantly) in progress Bee Keepers Quilt.
Thanks for the inspiration.
:)k
Posted by: Kelley Green | 04/26/2015 at 08:26 AM
Well Andi, you have done it once again, so many wonderful links to visit and pretty things to see. Hope you have the best week.
Posted by: Tracey | 04/26/2015 at 08:36 AM
Ah-mazing! Love the progress on your sock blanket, it looks great! I wish my progress was going this fast!!
Posted by: Michelle | 04/26/2015 at 09:35 AM
That is a super cool, Zentangle quail. She has great talent. I hear you on the busy. I have to speak at the general meeting this coming Thursday and then I'm pottery much off the hook with the exception of second district form I have to fill out. Been learning how to paint this weekend. I still have half a room to finish I have much more respect for painters now.
Posted by: Kepanie | 04/26/2015 at 12:05 PM
I love coming here each Sunday! I can't wait to browse the blogs. I spent a long time on the first one. It's so much fun!
Thank you for the blog links. I know it takes time!
I love the way your blanket is coming along. It's lovely.
Posted by: Debbie | 04/26/2015 at 01:54 PM
Love love love that quail!!! And yes, The Little Canoe is perfectly lovely! Thank you for enjoying my new sweater! Your blanket appears to be growing nicely...with plenty more scraps to add to its loveliness! Hope you have a wonderful week :)
Posted by: Nicole | 04/26/2015 at 02:25 PM
Lovely post Andi and so happy you like the little piece of art I sent to you 😊
Posted by: Tina | 04/26/2015 at 03:48 PM
Your blanket is coming along swimmingly! Thanks for sharing the lovely links.... And the horses, one of my faves. Have a great week!
Posted by: Camilla | 04/26/2015 at 07:24 PM
Look at all those goodies! And some wonderful stuff in the links as well, thanks for sharing :) Hope you have a great week!
Posted by: Kat | 04/26/2015 at 08:47 PM
Hi Andi,
Thank you for tagging me in your post. I really appreciate that. I am so new to blogging, but am really enjoying it. I love your sock yarn blanket - its beautiful, I wish I could participate in a swap but I don't own any sock yarn to swap with anyone. Lovely post, enjoy your weekend xx
Posted by: Renee | 04/26/2015 at 09:06 PM
I love seeing all the wonderful colours you are adding to your sock yarn blanket! Thanks for sharing all the wonderful posts around blogland, so much inspiration!
Posted by: Tahnee | 04/27/2015 at 12:25 AM
Sweet Andi... thank you so much for adding me to your post. I am honored and flattered. So many lovely links to enjoy! Love to see pictures of your sock blanket. So much fun to see the colors and patterns. Have a most wonderful week!!
Posted by: Leigh | 04/27/2015 at 03:45 AM
Thanks for sharing the links! They are always so lovely to visit.
Hope you have a good rest and a more peaceful week :)
Dona
Posted by: DKnits | 04/27/2015 at 10:18 AM
oh my gosh Andi I love every single one of the round ups! I especially love your yarn photos and the illustration of the quail -- wow!
Have a lovely week (:
Posted by: Hannah | 04/27/2015 at 05:01 PM
Oh Andi, you're really one of the most positive and kind people I have the great pleasure of knowing. Thank you. Here's many cheers to new beginnings (and making time for your wonderful knitting - even if its only a few stitches here and there)! Sending love and hugs your way. XO
Posted by: Leigh | 04/28/2015 at 07:49 PM
Hi Andi, thanks for sharing so much wonderful eyecandy! So lovely and inspiring. Have a lovely day!
Posted by: baerenwolle | 04/28/2015 at 11:20 PM
looks like a very nice mail day this past week. I hope this week is much more relaxed and filled with lots of knitting time.
Posted by: karen | 04/29/2015 at 05:01 AM
SO many wonderful blogs and shops, it's been so fun checking them out and discovering some new-to-me voics! And thanks for the shout out. ;)
Posted by: Julie | 04/29/2015 at 04:19 PM
Love all the goodies and the art work!! What Fun!
Xo
Ming
Posted by: Donna@Allthingsming | 05/01/2015 at 06:24 AM
I have the same question as Kelly Green! I want to swap some minis but when I searched ravelry it didn't really seem like any of the groups were up to date! Any help would be appreciated.
Posted by: Danielle | 05/04/2015 at 05:14 PM