Wednesday, 23 September 2015

Autumn Equinox and Christmas Preperation

Time is just flying by at the moment, Autumn seemed to arrive with such a flurry of change.  Now that Autumn is truly here the weather has turned for the better and we are enjoying a little warmth again and sunshine.  The garden is slowing down and we are preparing the ground for its Winter sleep.  However we are still enjoying the never ending supply of tomatoes, slightly smaller than in previous years but a beautiful sweet taste of Summer.

 
We had sown a late crop of mixed green leaves and radish which are now getting close to harvest, perfect for side dishes and sandwiches along with a warming soup.
 



 
Another late crop was carrots which are not quite ready but will be perfect for the stews and casseroles that both my husband and I adore.
 
 
Over the fence, the farmer has ploughed the field a sure sign that the Summer has ended and that Autumn has arrived.  The seagulls are having a wonderful time fluttering and flapping behind the machinery for an easy meal, preparing for the food shortages to come.
 


 
Nature at its finest, a wonderful way to pass an hour or two watching others work.
 
I am enjoying crochet at the moment and have completed several small presents in preparation for Christmas.  Ski bands/ear warmers are such a quick and easy make so are an ideal gift.
 




 
I have an outline plan of Christmas gifts and have completed several, another year that I won't be under pressure last minute finishing off gifts on Christmas eve.  Another batch ticked off...
 
Have you made a start with your Christmas makes?
 
See you soon.
 
 
 
 
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25 comments:

  1. Unknown23 September 2015 at 07:33

    Love the Autumn, and the farmers have been ploughing the fields here. The crochet headbands have given me a great idea. Thanksxx

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  2. Billie Jo23 September 2015 at 07:48

    Love this time of year, my friend...
    And I have begun thinking of ideas for the holidays...
    Although I am not gifted with talent like you!
    Have a cozy afternoon. : )

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  3. Pam23 September 2015 at 08:42

    I have just finished a crochet beanie and plan on making a family of Minion hats for part of my family. I have had the pattern for a couple of years and found it by chance yesterday, marking a page in a quilting book.

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  4. Christine23 September 2015 at 09:05

    Love the pictures of the seagulls swooping in for worms! You have been as busy as can be too, making a start on more gifts which I haven't given any thought to but I'd better!

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  5. Christina23 September 2015 at 09:46

    You are so well organised! I am not ready for autumn or Christmas! The ski bands you made look lovely. x

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  6. Stephanie23 September 2015 at 11:30

    You are indeed organized :) Your little headbands are darling, my friend. Wishing you a beautiful evening. Hugs to you!

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  7. Henny Penny23 September 2015 at 11:34

    Those little ear warmers are simply adorable. Anyone would love getting one for a gift. You make such pretty things.

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  8. Lady Linda23 September 2015 at 13:16

    I had to laugh at all the seagulls! Do you live close to the coast? We don't see many inland unless we have a big storm on the coast. I love your work...so lovely. You friends and family are so lucky.

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  9. Cynthia23 September 2015 at 14:20

    Well, I've started THINKING about what I might make for Christmas presents. Does that count? Getting good ideas always requires lots of looking first. The headbands are really cute.
    What a lot of seagulls!

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  10. Amy at love made my home23 September 2015 at 15:36

    I hope that you have a good autumn! A great one in fact! Not started thinking about Christmas, but I have bought one present! xx

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  11. Teresa Kasner23 September 2015 at 17:28

    Your veggies look great. I just stopped by a farm store and came home with cabbage, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, apples, zucchini, pluots, a big pumpkin and a bag of locally roasted coffee beans! I'm going to spread them on my table and take photos. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)

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  12. handmade by amalia23 September 2015 at 21:31

    Does anything taste better than vegetables from your own garden? I love the autumn, my favorite season.
    Amalia
    xo

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  13. karen24 September 2015 at 05:30

    I have not started on the Christmas knitting yet, but in my mind I'm thinking all about it. Lovely your projects and how early you are!~!

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  14. Anna24 September 2015 at 06:22

    Always doing something...cute and/or delicious !!!!
    Have a nice day !
    Anna

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  15. Unknown24 September 2015 at 08:27

    You've been busy! Those headbands are lovely. I'll take one in red and perhaps a shade of pink! ;)

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  16. Unknown24 September 2015 at 08:27

    You've been busy! Those headbands are lovely. I'll take one in red and perhaps a shade of pink! ;)

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  17. Nancy Chan24 September 2015 at 09:00

    I love to see your healthy veggies. You do have green fingers and you are good with your hand works. Beautiful head bands.

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  18. Jennifer Hays24 September 2015 at 12:25

    Your garden did well this year. I love freshly-grown tomatoes, as you know. Interesting to see the plowed field; is it right next to your house? It must be nice to have open space and also to watch the crops grow. I love your headbands, they came out beautifully!

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    1. mamasmercantile25 September 2015 at 10:00

      I am truly blessed with beautiful views and have large open spaces right next to the house which is lovely.

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  19. Julie24 September 2015 at 13:45

    Goodness you are organised with all those gifts made. I have bought one gift only so far ...

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  20. Meredith24 September 2015 at 14:09

    Oh my goodness look at all those birds! I am so impressed with your gift making already.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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  21. janice1524 September 2015 at 20:35

    Yes lovely Autumn has arrived. Though San Francisco weather is a little mixed up. But you can feel it in the air. I have picked the last zucchini little ones and the last few little tomatoes.. I love your crocheted Ski bands cute.... Happy Autumn with love Janice

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  22. eclectichomelife26 September 2015 at 08:38

    You are ahead of me. I've started thinking and planning Christmas but that's all. Well done you

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  23. gilly27 September 2015 at 09:05

    Oh I'm so pleased to see I'm not alone with my early Christmas makes - I've just posted about mine and then wondered if I am indeed mad and it's all too early! Glad to see you're getting organized too :-)
    xx

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  24. Amber at Sequin Stitches 30 September 2015 at 09:09

    Oooo naughty seagulls! Love your head warmers they look brilliant :)

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