Thursday, July 2, 2015

in the summertime ....

Even though summer didn't officially start until June 21 we've been enjoying summer activities and going back and forth to the cabin since May.  But I haven't entirely goofed off .....


Over the winter I tore up linens and t-shirts to make balls of 'yarn' for this rag rug ... I expected it to be my summer project but it worked up rather quickly.
 



I cross stitched a card for a friend - the envelope is lined with paper rather than fabric this time ... I was being lazy short of time.  It's Lucie Heaton's June Fairy.



These are the wildflowers that are blooming at the cabin just now.  From the top they are the Showy Lady Slipper, Lily (aka Tiger Lily) and Yellow Lady Slipper.  Interestingly, the lily is the provincial flower for the Province of Saskatchewan.  We've been having some splendid hot, dry weather!

8 comments:

Irene said...

il tappeto è favoloso ottima idea di riciclo!!

Timi said...

This rag rug is fantastic idea!
And the birthday card is so lovely! :o)
We have a very, very hot and dry weather here, too...

Unknown said...

I love what you have made out of your rags. A really pretty card for your friend. What beautiful flowers and I hope you are enjoying your time at the cabin.

Jeanette said...

Love your rug & the beautiful card. The flowers are so pretty. Hugs,xx

Anonymous said...

an excellent recycle idea with your rag rug

Jo said...

Your rug looks great, and the fairy delightful, but those wid flowers are just stunning. We have been in Vancouver for the past five weeks ( home tomorrow) and thoroughly enjoyed the warm weather

Brigitte said...

These wild flowers are so beautiful.
Great rag rug that you created. And what a wonderful birthday card. I love these little fairies.

Carol said...

Your rug is a wonderful way to repurpose old clothing, Kate--it turned out great!

Hope your July is off to a good start--sounds like your weather is perfect for summer :)