erleperle

goodbye

2012-02-24T17:57:00.000+01:00

Death is nothing at all
I have only slipped away into the next room
I am I and you are you
Whatever we were to each other
That we are still
Call me by my old familiar name
Speak to me in the easy way you always used
Put no difference into your tone
Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow
Laugh as we always laughed
At the little jokes we always enjoyed together
Play, smile, think of me, pray for me
Let my name be ever the household word that it always was
Let it be spoken without effort
Without the ghost of a shadow in it
Life means all that it ever meant
It is the same as it ever was
There is absolute unbroken continuity
What is death but a negligible accident?
Why should I be out of mind
Because I am out of sight?
I am waiting for you for an interval
Somewhere very near
Just around the corner
All is well.
Nothing is past; nothing is lost
One brief moment and all will be as it was before
How we shall laugh at the trouble of parting when we meet again!

Canon Henry Scott-Holland, 1847-1918

tuesday light

2012-02-07T16:44:00.000+01:00

light inside and outside

candles, knit, tea

no plans - left overs for dinner

good music

purple for my Ipad

2012-01-31T12:24:00.001+01:00

this time I made a linen bag for my Ipad

a mix of linen, Liberty, lace and vintage embroidery

scrappy happy project

2012-01-20T12:50:00.000+01:00

I love scrappy happy projects

playing with colors, prints and fabric

this time I made a scrappy organizer

the house tag on the back is from my talented friend, Anna
(she also made my winter banner)

find a tutorial here if you want to make
your own scrappy organizer

lovely friday

2012-01-20T12:23:00.000+01:00

sunny, lovely friday

I'm off until wednesday next week

I will go shopping with Olivia

hang out with friends tonight

hope your friday is sunny and lovely too

turquoise and brown treat

2012-01-10T18:50:00.002+01:00

today I got these lovely earrings from

Jaros Designs

...and here on Etsy

(images shown by permission of Jaros Design)

I can hardly wait to wear the earrings

monday

2012-01-09T12:04:00.001+01:00

tea time

woolie knitting

a new cook book

I'm home alone and enjoy the quiet rooms in the house

thank you so much for all your lovely stories
about your everyday life and how you find a good time
- thanks for sharing with me and my readers

my linen bag will move to a new home

congratulations, Tula

(please send me an email with your address)

the other linen bags will soon be listed in my Etsy shop

for you

2012-01-03T13:52:00.000+01:00

eight linen bags done

hurray!

I feel very grateful for my life these days

and I want to celebrate the beginning of 2012

I want to give one of you a linen bag

tell me how you take time to do good things for yourself

leave a comment to this post before end of Sunday

maybe you are lucky and win this one

don't forget to enjoy this rainy and dark January day

heartfelt gift

2012-01-02T14:40:00.000+01:00

this lovely Syko bag

is a Christmas gift from my dear friend, Anne from Finland

thank you!

2012

2012-01-01T16:26:00.000+01:00

a brand new year has arrived

a year full of promise, hope and opportunities

grab it and let it be yours

I wish you a happy new year

not least those of my loved ones who really need a good year

the first day in january is a good day

I have fulfilled a promise to myself

to take time to sew

time to immersion

my first work this year

small vintage linen bags

you find instructions in this book

- in case you want to make your own linen bag

for my Danish visitors - the book is available here

wip

2011-12-30T15:21:00.000+01:00

I finally managed to find some time to sew

it pays to do something good for yourself - I know

....do you remember to make time for yourself...!?

I will find my planner and schedule time for myself

- you should do the same!

it worked for me in 2011

heart

2011-12-28T17:32:00.000+01:00

christmas gift

from my sweetheart

I have a heart of silver

but he has a heart of gold

24

2011-12-24T15:58:00.000+01:00

Merry Christmas

enjoy this wonderful holiday

it's beginning to look a lot like christmas

2011-12-17T19:16:00.003+01:00

it's december 17th already

time is running so fast

luckily I'm able to enjoy every single day without stress

kitschy ornaments from a local christmas fair

my beloved angel made by Tusindfryd

the lovely christmas stars are a gift from a dear friend

you find a tutorial here

today we have made christmas treats

- and prepared red cabbage for dinner on december 24th

I only need to buy one gift

I'm quite happy and satisfied

enjoy

soon to be released

2011-12-07T18:27:00.000+01:00

...do you wanna win a copy of this book

by Rashida Coleman...?!

...then run to the Stash Books blog

I'm so exited to see all the lovely projects

in this book

Hurray for zakka!

paper crafting

2011-12-07T14:54:00.001+01:00

inspiration

you can find more videos on youtube

December, December

2011-12-06T14:52:00.000+01:00

it's a joy to have four days off in a row

I almost bought all Christmas gifts

(...waiting for a dear friend of mine)

I have baked some Christmas cakes

today I went to town and got some lovely paper

from Rie Elise Larsen

- and now I make Christmas cards and tags

advent sunday

2011-11-27T13:05:00.001+01:00

the first advent sunday this year

chrtistmas corner in the kitchen
advent gifts (I got this lovely black rose flavoured tea)

this afternoon we will hang out with my sister and her family

it will be a christmassy and lovely day

...do you have any plans..!?
enjoy

warm feet

2011-11-19T10:46:00.000+01:00

november saturday
I have warm feet and more yarn

it's a good day
time to hang out with the family
baking, crafting and maybe a november walk

how is your saturday.....!?

by Arne & Carlos

2011-11-14T13:47:00.001+01:00

yesterday I had a great november sunday
first a visit here

sandwich confit de canard by Ma Poule

tea shopping here

mini cupcake and cappuccino by Agnes

- then it was time for the workshop with Arne & Carlos

(....yes, Julekugler, Knitted Christmas Balls)

it was so inspirational to hear them talk about their knitwear design
(....which was new for me. I had only heard about the balls...)

I like the way Arne & Carlos use classic patterns from old family knitwear
and mix it with modern ideas - all in a very humoristic way

you can knit your own Arne & Carlos knitwear too

I'm sure, my husband would love me to knit him
a space invaders hat (...or sweater)

...but I will start with the Christmas ornaments
...have you seen these.....!?

coming soon

2011-11-10T15:00:00.001+01:00

This book will be released in December

Zakka Style

- 24 Projects Stitched

with Ease, Use and Enjoy

I'm so proud to have been asked to participate in this book

by Rashida Coleman

- and so have many artists and talented designers
I'm really proud to be a part of this book project

thank you, Rashida

I'm still alive - so much alive

2011-11-09T18:02:00.000+01:00

I've been thinking about quiting my job for awhile

I have been there for nearly 20 years

now it's time

I have got a new part time job and I start December 1st
I'm exited - and a little scared too
- but most of all happy

that's why my blog is a bit quiet at the moment

I'm making a lot of plans for Christmas

I started before Christmas preprations
so I'm ready to my new job challenge December 1st
I have bought many Christmas gifts and sent some already

to-do lists are made
oh, my belly feels good

I'm ready to enjoy my December sparetime with the family
without too many plans and things to do

....I hope to craft soon too....
while I wait, I enjoy the good that happens in my life
(...don't forget me, I'm still here)

I feel very lucky!

knit inspiration in Boligliv

2011-10-22T16:42:00.000+02:00

the October issue contains something about Christmas
and something to knit too

you can knit a girlie tunic/dress
or maybe a woolie poncho for yourself

I love this ice blue cardigan
made of mixed cotton/wool yarn

you can also knit a boy vest

knit design by Dorthe Hass
yarn from Garn-iture

...go and get this issue of Boligliv
I'm sure, you won't regret it!

by the sea

2011-10-20T19:12:00.000+02:00

one week break away from home

love, knit, coffee, good food, walks by the sea, sun, rain
I'm not ready to go home....

colorful luxury

2011-10-17T20:43:00.001+02:00

Rowan kidsilk haze stripe
is a self striping version of kidsilk haze

Kaffe Fassett has designed the color combinations

one ball (50 g) is enough for a scarf

I'm really in a mood for knits at present
thank you, Vibeke, for inspiring me

lucky me

2011-10-08T18:28:00.000+02:00

from my beloved sister and mother

because I have something to celebrate

lucky me

new beginning, I'm so exited

woolie friday inspiration

2011-10-07T14:21:00.001+02:00

a sunny cold october day

perfect for wollie socks

Usually I think, it's boring to knit socks

but these were made in no time

sock yarn from Svarta Fåret

I'm so happy, that Svarta Fåret yarn is available in Denmark

my woolie sock yarn basket
cashmere for a pair of lace socks like these

knit book inspiration

a purchase from a local supermarket (Føtex)

and finally a luxury purchase
just for me

I think, it will be a great weekend

Mollie Makes - now in Denmark

2011-10-01T17:46:00.000+02:00

lucky me

lucky you living in Denmark

Mollie Makes is now available here

friday favorites

2011-09-30T15:21:00.017+02:00

it's a warm and sunny Friday in DK

way too warm for me....

here is a tiny glimpse of things that inspired me today

most of all the colors
wool
fabric
thread

who can ask for more

I wish you a wonderful weekend

Mara

2011-09-25T15:40:00.000+02:00

Mara shawl by Madeline Tosh

wool and cotton

yarn: 200 grams of Rasmilla's yndlingsgarn
55% wool/45 % cotton
color 011

knit collage

2011-09-18T19:00:00.044+02:00

awesome....

I love this fanciful yarn
from knit collage

available in shop Garn-iture

and finally the colour theme I chose

pink with yellow flowers
from the Gypsy Garden Collection

I would love to place the yarn under my head tonight
instead of my pillow

this lovely yarn is eye candy for me!

red and white

2011-09-14T16:58:00.000+02:00

thrift find

from flea market in Stockholm

simple and beautiful

...warning, this post contains something about x-mas

2011-09-11T13:42:00.005+02:00

I know it's a bit too early to start talking about Christmas
so I won't do that

...but I have to share these three nisser/tomter with you
(...as we call them in Scandinavian)

this is my interpretation of

Syko tomter designed by Kajsa

you find the pattern in this lovely book

I still have one more nisse/tomte to finish
enjoy your Sunday

folksy robot knit

2011-09-08T14:41:00.006+02:00

my new robot cardigan by Nümph

bought in this shop

swedish books

2011-09-08T14:00:00.000+02:00

every time I pass a book shop, I have to go inside
and have a look
I know, I'll be spending half an hour or more in there
I love books

during the weekend I found these lovely books
about embroidery, cookies, sewing and more
.....most of all a lot of inspiration

"Karins broderier"

you can have a peak inside the book here
I love the layout on the front page

- and "Super tanten"

do I need to say more....?!
just have a look at the frontpage

my Stockholm weekend

2011-09-07T15:00:00.001+02:00

Formex 2011
fleamarket
foodmarket
shopping
Sundbergs Konditori
Gamla Stan
dinner

a great weekend in a great city
I'm looking forward to Formex 2012

love, tea, coffee, break

2011-08-30T17:42:00.002+02:00

four peachy vintage coasters
blue and white
flowers and dots
a lovely project for a rainy day

natural linen on the back
time to clean up the messy work room

vintage zakka

2011-08-29T17:34:00.024+02:00

monday

I can feel autumn in the air
a crispy cold wind

coasters
vintage cloth and fabric
vintage stitching
give me more crispy cold days

cotton flags

2011-08-28T14:07:00.001+02:00

I like sundays

I like yarn

I like cheerful colors

I like to crochet

- and I like flags

the flags are designed by this friend of mine
you find a tutorial here and here

many Danish bloggers have already made their own flag garland

a pile of vintage cloths
waiting for me

beet root cake in the fridge
(...sorry, the recipe is in Danish....)
I love sundays

paper bags

2011-08-24T19:40:00.000+02:00

rainy Wednesday
paper from Rie Elise Larsen and Pip Studio

stamps from Cavallini

now I have a pile of small paper bags
perfect as gift wrapping to a crafty friend
maybe filled with buttons or ribbon

feel free to email me if you want the template

come to Barcelona

2011-08-23T13:04:00.030+02:00

my sister has made her dream come true
two weeks ago she opened a shop named Barcelona

she sells boxes, candle owls and gift paper from House Doctor
women clothes, shoes and jewellery
and most of all she sells her own design
(bags like these two on the photo and clothes)

my sisters own design (....favorites from my own wardrobe)

I'm a notebook addict

2011-08-21T16:30:00.000+02:00

let's make it clear

I don't need more notebooks

I have enough for a lifetime.....

- but....

when I find notebooks like these...

(bought here)

they remind me a bit of Pip Studio

spinache lunch bread recipe

2011-08-21T13:27:00.012+02:00

we often bake bread in the weekend

this weekend is no exception

time to make spinache buns for lunch next week

all you need:
0,5 liter tempid water
20 g yeast
2-3 teaspoons of salt
chopped spinache
(I took 4-5 frozen spinache balls from the freezer
and placed them in the fridge last night)
6-700 grams of flour - I use Italian tipo 00

- and a bowl of course!

dissolve the yeast in the water
add salt, spinache and grated parmesan
add the flour little by little
while you stir

the good part is, that you don't have
to place your hands in this dough
it's a very wet dough
all for now - let it raise 2-3 hours

usually I only use 5 g yeast
and let the dough raise in the fridge
for at least 8 hours

I'll be back!

some hours later....

ready to bake - almost!

take a spoon and a glass of water

place the spoon in the water and use it for the dough

place it on the baking paper

turn the oven to 225 degrees celsius

let the buns raise as long as it takes the oven to be warm

you can add some grated parmesan on the top

bake for how long....!? it's depending on your oven

a good rule is to take the bread out and knock on the bottom

if it is cooked, there will be a hollow sound

tip:

I always throw a cup of cold water into the oven

to make the bread crunchy

...waiting for pesto, mozarella and tomatoes

alpaca on a hot summer day

2011-08-07T20:55:00.023+02:00

I have no need for wrist warmers these days
but I needed a small knit project
while I'm waiting for the yarn
to a new fall cardigan

yarn: Indiecita Alpaca (bought here)
the pattern (in German) is designed by
andrella liebt herzen

my husband is back to work
but I'm off until Tuesday next week
I intend to enjoy every second until then

maybe I have time to knit leg warmers
before I get the yarn
for my fall cardigan

dreams

2011-08-03T19:41:00.026+02:00

Olivia (age 17) left home this morning
with a crew pass in her bag
she is invited to watch ten fashion shows
at Københavns Rådhus

her dream is to become a designer and stylist
she loves fashion (...and shoes)
today is her first day here
lucky girl

I wish her all the luck in the world

red summer

2011-07-20T15:32:00.012+02:00

my favorite dress this summer
is designed by my sister

a perfect color theme for me
polka dots
swedish hasbeens from H&M
red nailpolish
grey cashmere tweed and merino for fall projects
which color is your summer....!?