Monday 2 June 2014

Unexpected Happy Things

 

I returned from work one evening last week to find that G had planted these pretty daisies in our trough planter outside the front door. They make me smile every time I see them....

 

 

I received a surprise parcel in the post last weekend and inside was this beautiful bag from my lovely, and very talented, friend Chrissie. I think it might just be the prettiest bag ever! I love it so much, thank you Chrissie...

 

 

A pretty bunch of germini which I got in the reduced section of my local supermarket for the grand sum of 75p! They are so bright and cheery. I have put a few in little vases and jam jars around the house, and best of all some on my bedside table...

 

 

Rediscovering a forgotten crochet project. I started this blanket in November last year! I was really enjoying making this but then I ran out of some of the yarn I needed to make more granny squares and this poor blanket just got neglected really! Anyway, I was really pleased to find it again and now have the yarn I need to complete it. It also solves my recent dilemma of what to crochet next!

 

I love unexpected happy things!

 

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26 comments:

  1. The daisies are perfect in that container and lovely to see each day. Your crochet project looks very pretty. I like the red and yellow together for the centre, it of sets the other colours beautifully x

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  2. I love all the flowers and that bag is sooo pretty! What a wonderful and talented friend you have. I'm also loving the colours of your granny squares. It will be a gorgeous blanket! x

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  3. Such pretty things! I love the trough planter full of daisies :) Wendy x

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  4. Lucky you to get Chrissie's beautiful WIP-bag !!
    And I love the daisies - what a nice old planter they're in !!

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  5. Lovely pics ... full of the joys of Spring and Summer ...

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  6. Oh how lovely and bright, so very cheery. x

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  7. What a bright and cheery post on a grey and miserable day - thank you! Jane x

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  8. Unexpected happy things are the best :)!
    Love those sweet pictures.... Love from Mirjam.

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  9. What lovely happy things! I remember those squares, and I look forward to seeing more of them, as they are great colours. xx

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  10. Oh I want a Chrissie bag! X

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  11. That really it's a lovely bag. Those daisies are shoo pretty as are the flowers on your bedside table. Your blanket is already looking delightful :-)
    Tracey xxx

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  12. Such lovely things, Marianne! Chrissie's bag is so pretty, what a nice surprise. I remember your squares when you started them, I'm glad you've found your way back to them again. That happens to me too, and then I feel refreshed about working on a project again.

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  13. Lovely happy things, I've just planted two pots of daisies either side my front door, they brighten up my day!

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  14. How I wish my hubby would surprise me with a bit of gardening! ;-) I'm so happy that you like your bag, let's promise to meet up one day with our WIP bags full of yarn! I remember those squares - you're gonna make me dig out my hexies now, aren't you? Cxxx

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  15. Lovely colours in the granny squares! If my husband did any gardening I think I would actually faint with surprise!

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  16. Those daises are so beautiful and your bag from Chrissie is perfect. She is so talented and volley just like you.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  17. Your G obviously knows you well :) we were all drooling over that gorgeous bag of Chrissies - it's well-deserved. X

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  18. Your husband is awesome for planting you some daisies! Hope you get down to some productive granny square sessions now that you've restarted :-)

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  19. Oh Marianne what a lovely post - I think your bag is just perfect and will really suit you. The plants are my favourites as they are so cheerful and lively and I love your crochet - all in all a great post, always a delight to come and visit you Marianne. Big hugs
    Dorothyxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  20. I love all your unexpected happy things Marianne and how lovely is G to plant those flowers for you. Have a great week.
    Jane x

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  21. If only Mr B would plant pretty flowers rather than cut down climbers that I've spent months training up the fence/trellis while I'm at work. Happened on Saturday - still rather cross about it!!! XX

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  22. Forgot the commas, imagine they are there and it will make a lot more sense!!XX

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  23. I often think the simpler flowers create more impact - they look great in your trough! Very pretty bag too
    Caz xx

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  24. Nothing beats those simple little things that put a smile on your face. Daisies so it for me too :)

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