Tag Archives: Color

GIft #1067: Orchids

Posted on February 12, 2017 by ordinarymiracletoday

What a difference a year makes.  Last February when our art museum hosted an orchid exhibition, I went only because I was starved for flowers, not because I liked orchids.  This year it’s different.  I’ve been anticipating their return and … Continue reading →

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Gift #886: Summer’s End or Autumn’s Beginning

Posted on September 13, 2015 by ordinarymiracletoday

Today was about as picture perfect as a day could get.  We had a cold front blow through and it was a bit cloudy and overcast this morning, but then the sun emerged this afternoon and lit up the world … Continue reading →

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Gift #767: Champagne and Crystal

Posted on January 24, 2015 by ordinarymiracletoday

I’m headed out for a trip on Sunday and that means … packing yarn!  Actually, I’m rather hitting panic phase because one of the projects I planned to take has taken a finicky turn.  First I decided I wanted a … Continue reading →

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Gift #703: October love

Posted on October 7, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers” — LM Montgomery “Ah September! You are the doorway to the season that awakens my soul… but I must confess that I love you only because you are … Continue reading →

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Gift #687: First glimpse of autumn

Posted on September 7, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

Look what I saw today!!  The first signs of autumn are starting to reveal themselves in occasional patches of foliage. With scarlet wings and ochre blossoms, the colors of autumn are seeping into the landscape.  Although it’s just a whisper, … Continue reading →

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Gift #598: Lovely yarn

Posted on April 5, 2014 by ordinarymiracletoday

  Today was a lovely wintry day.  It was a balmy 54  this morning and then a cold front came through that has plunged us back into below-freezing temperatures, along with 40-50 mph winds.  After running some errands I came … Continue reading →

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Gift #372: Hydrangeas

Posted on June 25, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

Hydrangeas have been spectacular this year.  These are some of my favorite flowers because I love the soft muted colors they acquire as the blooms age.  Plus, they’re fascinating because you can change the color of the blooms by the … Continue reading →

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Gift #242: Colors of Anthropologie

Posted on January 27, 2013 by ordinarymiracletoday

This afternoon my mom and I were able to visit Anthropologie, one of my very favorite stores.  It’s been before Christmas since we were there, and I’d missed it very much.  It’s a rich storehouse of inspiration with so many … Continue reading →

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GIft #181: Fall Foliage Necklaces

Posted on November 17, 2012 by ordinarymiracletoday

“How beautifully leaves grow old.  How full of light and color are their last days.” – John Burroughs A few weeks ago when the trees were full of gold and crimson leaves, I made these necklaces in autumn hues.  I … Continue reading →

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