The beginnings of spring!

 

Spring has officially arrived with temps in the 70s this week - so lovely!! We've been celebrating with a lot of outdoor time, and many trips to the playground. It's always so interesting to see my children reacquaint themselves with our favorite playground at the end of the winter. A little more independent than the previous fall, and I find myself sitting on the bench more and more as I watch them make friends and tackle new equipment on their own. I am always slightly sad, watching them grow, but this change is one I welcome!

 

This week held a walk on the beach, searching for seashells, feeding the ducks, turtles, and fish at a local little pond, and a yummy stop at our local ice cream shop.

One of those days, I came home to find Mike had set up one of his wonderful flea market finds for me - our "new" kitchen table! Isn't it beautiful? The bottom pedestal needs work - repainting at the very least - but the top is in good condition, and I just love it. Even better, it matches my yellow/orange curtains that I made a couple of years ago! Phew!

 

How are you celebrating the start of spring?

New Designs

March is here! Such a drab month, yet full of anticipation and promise. Our little peanut just turned 3! I am really loving the ages 3 and 4 right now!

Mike and I have been busy. Mike's been making lots of wrap style rings, per request, so we now carry both styles of rings in the shop. Some other recent arrivals:

 

Arbutus Necklace, 1908

 Dragonfly and Labradorite Bracelet in Purple Blossom Studio.

 Lavender Laguna Agate and Chalcedony Ring in Purple Blossom Studio.

Bouillon Spoon aka Child Soup Spoons. Read about them here.

 

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I'm back!

Whoa! It's been a very long time! Our computer died right before the holiday rush, which was extremely stressful, and we ran our Etsy shops solely by iPhone! It can be done, but it sure isn't easy. Happily, we have a computer again, and I thought I would give an overview of our goings-ons the last few months.

 

We celebrated three birthdays in our family, and they all began with the number 4. Only one of the three was happy about it!! (the other 2 were slightly shocked at having to leave a very nice and comfortable decade for one that screams the dreaded words "middle-aged"!)

 

 

 

 

Christmas tree hunting.

 

I knit this adorable sweater for Molly's Christmas doll. Ravelry notes here.

 

If you recall from last October, I spun the fiber for the dolls hair, half on my spindles, and the rest on my wheel. I then followed this tutorial for sewing the hair onto the head. It worked wonderfully!

 

 

At Grammie and Grandad's, watching the cows in the pasture.

 

 

I joined a metal arts studio, and have been enjoying creating alongside some super talented women. Find my jewelry here.

 

This ring is made from sterling, Cherry Creek Jasper, a slice of naturally shed deer antler, and a deer ingot I made in fine silver.

 

And lastly, this has made a weekly appearance in my house. Chocolate Coconut Bark. Fabulous, and healthy!!  (Mike got silly when he saw it hardening in the fridge!)

It's merely:

1/2 cup coconut oil, softened

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup honey (or 2 T honey and 3 packets Truvia)

 

I double the batch. Mix all in a food processor, pour into a foil lined baking sheet with a lip, and pop in fridge. It hardens quickly and you can break it into chunks. It does soften if left out, so I keep it in the fridge. If you make it with the 1/2 cup of honey, it is more fudge-like. If you do the Truvia and honey, it is more bark-like.

There are a few links to this recipe on the net, but I can't find the one I used right now.

Enjoy!

 

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Joys of October

 Apple crisp!

 Knitting a new hat for Jesse from my latest homespun.

 About a quarter of our pumpkin harvest (none of which we actually planted!). That's my dad :)

 I finally finished my shawl that I started last year!

 

I hope you are enjoying your fall, as well! It is my most favorite time of the year :) Some news for the locals:: we are going to be selling at the North Attleboro Farmer's Market, which runs year-round. Check our shop announcement page for the exact dates.

Have a great week!

Cuff Bracelets!

Something new here at Olive Spoon Studio! Cuff bracelets made from vintage butter knives! These are gorgeous and so unique - a great affordable gift for the holidays (or treat yourself!).

We are working really hard right now to stock the shop for the holidays. Keep checking every day for new listings!

Have a great week, everyone :)

Our "Thankful" Butter Knives are Back!

Just in time for the holidays!

Many patterns to choose from in the shop now. Also, many "Spread Love," "Spread Peace," and "Spread Hope" butter knives have been listed.

New

We have been asked many times to make these, and I never get around to taking pictures of them before mailing them off. Now I have, so they are an option up for sale in the shop.

It is really settling into fall weather here, in New England. The leaves are just starting to turn, and the sky is that incredible blue. Fleece jammies are on the kids at night, and pancakes have made an appearance or two at the breakfast table. I am furiously knitting away on my shawl, which I started last fall. I'm determined to wear it this season! The best time of the year has arrived!

Mike has been very busy working on an entirely new recycled silverware creation. As soon as he has perfected it, I will be previewing it here.

Have a wonderful week!