Thursday, February 1, 2018

imbolc .....

On the Pagan Calendar, today is Imbolc - it marks the halfway point between the winter solstice and the spring equinox - it is the beginning of spring (although not in my neck of the woods).  We usually celebrate on February 2 with Ground Hog Day knowing the spring equinox (not necessarily spring) is 6 weeks away.  This is one of Isobel's  designs....






let us nurture
the spirit of renewal
and embrace the light
of the lengthening days

14 comments:

Timi said...

I like this pattern and I have it too, bau haven't stitched it yet...but I love your finisihing!
We have snowdrops here.. well, not in our garden, actually, but in the neighbour's :o)

Unknown said...

Happy imbolc day x I stitched this one but am ashamed to say I have yet to finish it. Yours has been finished off very prettily.

Anonymous said...

you've done a lovely job with this! the lace around the edge really gives it a "wow" factor!

Tangos Treasures said...

I'm so ready for spring!!
Hope you have a great day!!

Robin in Virginia said...

What a sweet finish you shared! I really like the lace edging you gave it. Happy February!

Maya Kuzman said...

I actually had to google Imbolc to learn more about it. I love the Celts and their culture and try to pick up some knowledge here and there. At uni we did learn a lot, but years have passed and I do have to brush up on my knowledge :)
Your work is exceptional!

Carol said...

Oh, I always wondered about the word on that chart, Kate! Thanks for expanding my knowledge :) Pretty finish--love the colors together :)

WoolenSails said...

We have more rain and snow, on and off this week, was hoping it would warm up early, lol.
Your piece is beautiful and perfect for spring.

Debbie

Susan said...

According to my blog counter, and figuring the American way, 46 more days until spring! Yay! I didn't know about Imbolc. That's a pretty stitchery piece, too.

Clare-Aimetu said...

Lovely ornament - I am certainly feeling brighter as the days get longer

Brigitte said...

A very lovely stitched piece. And great finishing, too.

Ann Thompson said...

Love the cross stitch. I've tried it before but was never very good at it

Joy from Days Filled With Joy said...

All your cross stitches are so lovely - you have way more patience than I do!! xx

France Nadeau ❅ inspiration imagination creation said...

That's a lovely little sheep! I hope it's not too cold, although it seems to have a nice thick coat...