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Thursday 13 November 2014

50 Shades of Grey, at least.

Today did not so much dawn as crawl in to being. I woke before it was light but the air had that heavy feeling that often precedes a grey, dull nothing sort of day.

 
There it is, my lovely view of the mountain, still there is some Autumn colour in the foreground. Even swathed in grey I still find it uplifting.

 
It was quite early when Ben took me for a walk, he did lead the way and it was a good one, when I had fed him I was yearning for marmalade. I did not want to fill up with carbs so had half the tub of yogurt with a teaspoon of my marmalade stirred through, oh it was good. Cheered me up no end, followed by a brew which I am enjoying as I type.

 
This is my first try at a knitting pin roll, I ran it up from a couple of scraps. I should have changed the bobbin colour but could not be bothered as it was just a trial run.

 
I do like the little clowns though so I may just keep this one. I left 2 large sections at the ends as I fancy trying out some tee shirt strip knitting and will need some huge pins.
 
Later on I am going to try these recipes from Simple Living, I am off to see Maggie tomorrow and will take some with me.

 
 
I do have lots of colour in my life and Ben enjoys it as much as I do. He does like his crochet cushion, and does not mind the patchwork ones either.
 

 
Do not forget my giveaway, I hope to get some Alpaca wool at the weekend to make myself a cat, I can not decide which one I like the best.
 
 
Just a reminder that this book is up for grabs.
 
Dinner will be a fridge bottom stir fry featuring a small lonely chicken breast, 2  Cumberland sausages and a small chunk of Chorizo along with celery, peppers, garlic, onion and root ginger. I will add a good slug of soy sauce, some chicken stock and enough crab apple and chilli jelly to make a sticky sauce, this will go with noodles and serve 2 comfortably. Easy peasy, no shopping required and 15 minutes at most.
 
I decided to post early today as I want to have a good session with the Ripple Blanket. I would really like it finished by the end of the week, it is doable as I only have 30 bands of ripples left to make, 60 rows will not take very long.
 
Reasons to be grateful.
 
1.  My happy sofa full of colour.
 
2.  Ben snuggled down on His cushion.
 
3.  An easy but tasty dinner planned.
 
4.  Some yummy baking later, and a friend to share it with.
 
5.  The view of "my" mountain as I ripple away.
 
 
My needs are simple, my wants are few, there are many things that I would quite like but none that eat away at my mind. I see people scurrying through the shops, frantically looking for stuff to buy. I wonder who needs so much, I overheard a Mum and Daughter the last time that I went shopping, daughter wanted a new coat but could not make her mind up between 3. Mum suggested that she buy 2 of them and then Mum would buy the other so daughter could borrow it.
 
I have to add that daughter was wearing what looked like a brand new wool coat and Mum had on a beautiful full length Camel coat.
 
I do have 2 good winter coats, plus 1 for dog walking and my Dryzabone, guess which gets the most use.
 
I will not be buying another for some considerable time, I do not dress for fashion but for the weather.
 
I do have lots of shoes, as I have said before, my feet are rather huge, (9) and I buy from Hotter, sale price and 3 for 2 when ever I can. If I do not see another good offer for a few years it will not matter. I look after them, I try to rotate them and not wear any pair 2 days running. They get cleaned and polished and heeled and soled if and when needed. My black ankle boots are well over 12 years old and still going strong. ( I did cross my fingers while typing that)
 
I am ready now to get hooking, on second thoughts I better make another brew first.
 
Enjoy your day wherever you are.
 
 
             TTFN                                                Pam.


16 comments:

  1. I love colour too your patchwork cushions and your blanket are beautiful such a flash of colour on a miserable day like today xxx

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    1. My latest blanket has some moody colours in but I plan on some more cushions to liven it up.

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  2. I think that sometimes the grey skies can be rather beautiful. Reds and greens always seem to stand out more against leaden skies. I'm loving the crochet book...may I go into the draw too please? x

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    1. I find the darker skies dramatic and yes they do make other colours seem bolder.

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  3. I was like the mother and daughter, rushing around buying clothes and shoes which I did not need, every thing should be the latest. Then in 2010 I was ill, and it changed my life and outlook, I was fed up with the silly side of our life. I still like to shop, but not very often and I stopped chasing the trends. Both hubby and I are happy, my job is now much simpler and I earn less than half of my big wages. But we are happy and contented. Hope your ripples have grown.

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    1. When I worked in the public eye I had a large wardrobe of separates, now I try to have the "1 in, 1 out" rule. I have made a few things lately but they are out of my stash and will last a good while. My ripples are growing nicely thank you, I am torn between rushing to finish and stretching it out as it is so soothing.

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  4. Hope you got plenty done on your blanket Pam. I'm going to settle down with my knitting this evening- hubby is off to play football soon. I have several Winter coats - all thrifted, old or both! I think my waterproof one will probably be getting the most use this Winter now that I walk or use public transport.

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    1. My waterproof Dryzabone has been well worth the initial cost, it is now into its 10th year and is going strong.

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  5. I very often stir a spoonful of jam through some yogurt, when I don't fancy plain, hope your baking goes well, I am really addicted to making cookies now,the family really enjoy them, but I am going to freeze some of the dough from now on, so we don't eat too many in one go. I love Ben ,he is lovely, looks very happy snuggled up
    on your cushions. We had a long holiday in Wales, and whatever the weather it is a beautiful place to be.

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    1. The recipes worked well and all were gratefully received, the next batch will be for me so half the dough must go in the freezer.

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    1. I deleted this rant against women, If anyone is going to rant here it is me.

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  7. I love your knitting pin roll, Pam. I think I might have a go at making one too as I have resurrected my knitting skills. All my needles were taken to the CS years ago but I might have to try to buy some back now! Lol.... I only possess one pair of 4.5mm!

    Simple Living's cookie recipes look gorgeous, don't they. I will be making some too this weekend.

    Re coats: My favourite is an old faded SeaSalt jacket which my DH bought me from the sales. It is the warmest most waterproof coat I have ever had and, although it looks shabby, it always comes out in the worst of the weather.

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    1. I had to take my beloved SeaSalt drawstring waist skirt from the wardrobe last year, I rehomed it as the back of 2 dog beds. I had it for 12 years and almost lived in it so again it was well worth the outlay.

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  8. Your sofa looks so comfy & colourful. I agree with the you on the clothes issue though I have invested in a lovely long wool coat for work. It's like wearing chain mail & will last for years. Other than that I have a jacket for walking the hound & a thick fleece for the garden.

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    1. Both my wool coats were bought in the last days of the sales at rock bottom prices, but I still flinched. They will have to earn their keep for many years to come. My lightweight dog walking jacket was a hand me down and is perfect, lots of pockets and a high collar for the days when the wind whistles round your ears and dives down your neck.

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