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lemon and lime

A little dress for my niece, Ava.  Something wonderfully girly, a piece that will move and sway as she twirls and spins like a fairy. 

The moment I found this pattern, I knew it would be perfect for the summer dress I wanted to knit for her. The bamboo yarn is soft, silky and delicious.  The color - a fabulous combination of lemon and lime.  It's going to look stunning against her olive skin (Ziggy's skins is fair and pale in comparison to Ava's, but he did a great job modelling it for me - thankyou little man!!)

No modifications other than knitting it in the round.  It's a great pattern, thanks Sanne.

home

When a holiday comes to an end, emotions are always bitter-sweet.  Sadness, because it's time to say goodbye to loved ones and all the fun that a family holiday brings - mingled with a sense of excitement at knowing  you will soon be home, surrounded by familiar things, safe and sound.

As lovely as it is to go away...  it's always good to come home.

Flowers bloomed in our absence, and vases filled with blossoms from my parents garden greeted us as we walked in the door.  Since then, my little ones have had a delightful time picking flowers from our own garden - I'm finding tiny vessels filled with color all over the house!

I've finally caught up with the mountain of washing we brought home, all our snail mail has been opened and dealt with, and we're almost back into a rountine. Tomorrow, I will take a deep breath and lose myself in all of your beauty and inspiration.  I've missed your photos and words, and am looking forward to catching up with you all.

And then.... I must start thinking about Christmas!