Hello, did you stop in for a quick peek? I'm just having a cup of tea and stopped for a chat. Do you get days when all you can think about is a particular colour? you want to wear it, eat it, do your home decor in it and then paint it? well today's one of those days and for me it was orange....
There's a lot of orange around here, Amber the cat... who has just finished a spectacular moult and has a nice new coat, all white and stripey underneath and very much like a pumpkin up top.
I do love pumpkins, not just for halloween, they make such pretty decorations for Autumn.
Flowers in my garden tubs, smiley faced pansies
and one of my favourites, nasturtium, which has climbed through bushes, over fences and along borders.
The creeper is turning red now, a sure sign Summer is over.
Just a few minutes to spare with my paintbox. There is so much orange and brown around the woods and garden...
I am very rusty so a bit of doodling was fun today, I didn't get it finished but maybe will finish it another time. There are a lot of conkers out in the woods, I have collected quite a few to deter spiders around the house.
I visited charity shops this morning and found the perfect length of beads for a holiday kaftan that was waiting to be dressed up... the beads are new, about 2 feet long and can be worn as a belt or a necklace... £2.40.
nb: I am a bit careful with things that are pre-loved so both have been soaked in sterilising solution and then washed.
p.s. I was at the recycling centre today and as I drove up a workman came up and said 'what are you smiling so much about' .. I honestly didn't know I was, but told him 'it's a new day, a clear sky, the World is still turning, - doesn't that make you feel like smiling?'
There's a lot of orange around here, Amber the cat... who has just finished a spectacular moult and has a nice new coat, all white and stripey underneath and very much like a pumpkin up top.
I do love pumpkins, not just for halloween, they make such pretty decorations for Autumn.
Flowers in my garden tubs, smiley faced pansies
and one of my favourites, nasturtium, which has climbed through bushes, over fences and along borders.
The creeper is turning red now, a sure sign Summer is over.
Just a few minutes to spare with my paintbox. There is so much orange and brown around the woods and garden...
I am very rusty so a bit of doodling was fun today, I didn't get it finished but maybe will finish it another time. There are a lot of conkers out in the woods, I have collected quite a few to deter spiders around the house.
I visited charity shops this morning and found the perfect length of beads for a holiday kaftan that was waiting to be dressed up... the beads are new, about 2 feet long and can be worn as a belt or a necklace... £2.40.
and a little chiffon scarf, have been looking out for one for ages £3.00
nb: I am a bit careful with things that are pre-loved so both have been soaked in sterilising solution and then washed.
p.s. I was at the recycling centre today and as I drove up a workman came up and said 'what are you smiling so much about' .. I honestly didn't know I was, but told him 'it's a new day, a clear sky, the World is still turning, - doesn't that make you feel like smiling?'
Lovely finds but REALLY beautiful painting, Betty! Wow! You don't seem rusty to me. I hope you have a happy and beautiful week, friend!
ReplyDeletethank you PP what a lovely compliment, I can do better if I try harder though.
DeleteOrange makes me smile...my bedspread is orange and my placemats. I love a hit or orange year round. Your painting is beautiful. You say you are rusty? I don't see it.
ReplyDeleteThankyou, I'm glad you like it. I think an orange bedspread would be perfect, make the room feel warm and snug.
Deleteits a good colour for now...just when we crave warmth!
ReplyDeleteI am thinking of your roof! you certainly need some orange to warm things up!
DeleteYup - smiling too :) for the same reasons as you, except my colour is blue - ah such deliciousness!
ReplyDeletesmiling does change the whole outlook, I can see you are a likeminded spirit.
DeleteAmber Cat is looking glorious in her new coat!
ReplyDeleteI love your painting and that fab kaftan complete with beads.
Orange is such a fab colour hence why we bought an orange campervan. xxx
Your campervan is just what I long for, bit of envy creeping in! I knew you would approve the kaftan, if you get any vintage ones like that dont forget me for first dibs!
DeleteLove to see your painting again! Yep, fall is around the corner here.
ReplyDeleteHello Rose thanks for visiting, come back soon.
DeleteLove all your colourful photos Betty. That kaftan you are embellishing looks like gorgeous fabric. I think what you said to the workman was just about perfect!! Happy Day to you Betty Xxx
ReplyDeleteJulie I think it's indian cotton, very light and easy to wear.
DeleteLovely post dear Fairy!!!
ReplyDeleteYour pet is cute and has orange shade in her hair.
liked pumpkin so much and agree they are wonderfully used in decorations,
your flowers are delightful ,very pretty colors indeed.
you captured turning color of leaves brilliantly!
beautiful paint box and charming art!
when i get up in the morning i straight look up the sky and smile of gratitude appear on my face . then i thank God who blessed me with new beautiful day and ask for his mercy to keep continuing his blessings upon me ,my family and on this whole world!
hi Baili I do the same - straight outside with a cup of tea each morning I do my thankfulness moment giving silent appreciation to whatever the day brings.
DeleteThink that workmans got his eye on you!!Lots of lovely colour here and I'm so glad you're painting again. Looks fab. Love that dress and the belt is just perfect for it.Well scored !!Great post Bettyxx
ReplyDeletetrust you! Knew you would like the dress too.
DeleteNothing better than a ginger kitty. I enjoyed your post.
ReplyDeleteI don't think that 2 foot belt would fit around me. Necklace it is! :)
ReplyDeleteThe painting is beautiful! You inspire me to get out the paint boxes!
I, too, carefully clean clothes from the thrift shop after my bad experience with bed bugs, lol.
I need to work on getting people to notice that I'm smiling a lot. Hasn't happened yet. Good for you!
bed bugs! that's a worry. I am glad you are feeling inspired, I admire your paintings.
DeleteHello Anne thank you for stopping by, come back soon.
ReplyDeleteI'm putting this post on the nature journal list on my blog today. I hope that's okay, dear Betty!
ReplyDeleteLove.
ReplyDeleteI clicked over from Pom Pom's blog. Your painting is just delightful. And I love your thrift finds, esp. the beads. Isn't it fun?
ReplyDeleteOh my! Such beautiful painting. It doesn't look like you are a "rusty" painter to me. You inspire me to keep practicing.
ReplyDeleteI love your painting!!! So glad PomPom organized a list of nature journalists to visit!!!
ReplyDeleteYour nature painting is gorgeous! I totally agree about color and orange is so vibrant and cheerful. Your ginger kitty is a beauty!
ReplyDeleteOrange is the perfect colour for this time of year.
ReplyDeleteYour painting is lovely.
All the best Jan