Sunday, February 5, 2012

Tranquil Moments


The early morning sunshine begins to linger in the garden. The familiar chirping of a house wren accompanies me as I hang the wash...
Vintage, much loved damask and linen will dance in the February breeze. Brisk in nature its assistance shall permeate the fibers leaving the fabric soft and scented.


With a little added inspiration they may transpire into lovely gifts for Valentine's and Mother's Day... perhaps bringing tranquil moments to the intended.

Have a wonderful week...
Posted by Susan McShannon-Monteith at 8:07 AM

18 comments:

  1. hens teethFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    Oh I can smell the freshness. I really an.

    I enjoy seeing the rosy warmth of the china decoration too. x

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  2. PondsideFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    There is nothing, absolutely nothing, like the smell of line-dried linens. While it's warm enough here, it is also very damp, so that at this time of year nothing will dry, even if hung out for 8 hours. A little breeze will make a difference, and then I'll be out to the line, like a shot, with my laundry basket.

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  3. snoopydogknitsFebruary 5, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    Beautiful images conjured up by your words, as always Susan. I agree, there is no smell better than freshly blown linen! Have a good week. Ros

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  4. PomonaFebruary 5, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    I love that pinky red transfer ware - I have some at home too!

    Pomona x

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  5. Larkrise garden girlFebruary 5, 2012 at 1:27 PM

    Beautiful pictures and your writing is like poetry.Cheri

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  6. millefeuillesFebruary 5, 2012 at 3:20 PM

    Poetic soul! What a treat it is to come read your words.

    Stephanie

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  7. CatherineFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:08 PM

    I hope you had a beautiful weekend Susan!
    xo Catherine

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  8. Sea AngelsFebruary 6, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    How peaceful and homely..really special days xxx I love the pale rosey hues on the china tooxx

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  9. JoFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:04 AM

    What an idyllic photo, linen being line dried. No chance of that happening here at the moment.

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    You see and live and share so much gentle beauty. I hope your week is full of joy.
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  11. Nella MillerFebruary 6, 2012 at 7:45 AM

    Susan, I can just imagine the rosy treasures you will create for Valentine's day, I shall be stopping by the cottage for a look see.....have a beautiful day,today the sun is shining! N.xo

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  12. Half-heard in the StillnessFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    Your lovely post has reminded me of the wonderful ozone fresh smell of newly washed fabrics, I remember plunging my face into them after my mother had just collected them from the washing line when I was small. Thank you Susan I'm sure your textiles and lovely rosy pottery will be a hit for Valentine's!

    Jane

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  13. EviFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    I love the dishes. What perfection for Valentine's Day!
    I cannot believe you are hanging laundry in Feb. in your part of the country. Isn't wonderful?!
    Have a great week,
    XX, Evi

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  14. Reading Tea LeavesFebruary 8, 2012 at 9:30 AM

    I love pegging out the sheets to capture that fresh clean air. One of the joys to look forward to in spring. Hopefully this arctic-like blast will not last too long.

    I am fine and well Susan. Bless you for asking.

    Jeanne
    xx

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  15. JuneFebruary 9, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Oh there isn't anything better than linens on the line are there Susan? Unless of course it's red transferware.
    Thank you so much for your sweet note today. It makes me smile.
    hugs from here...

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  16. Beehive NeedleworksFebruary 11, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Fresh, white linens flying gently in the breeze...rather like angel wings.
    Love, love the transferware...brings a bit a Springtime ever closer.
    Wishing you joy dear Susan...
    Warmly,
    Judy x

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  17. victorian parlor IIFebruary 13, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    What a lovely post! I love the transferware-it's beautiful:).

    Blessings,

    Kim

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    Happy Valentine's Day, sweet Susan!
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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