Relaxing on the Patio with Ginger Beer

 Good morning,

We really like this stuff from Down Under!  It's non-alcoholic and delicious.

I guess the best description is that it is a glorified Ginger Ale, which is perfect for us.  Catherine picks it up for us at Costco.  Thanks, Catherine!

What's your favorite summer drink?

:),

Lois

Pink Hibiscus

 Good morning,

This is our first Pink Hibiscus of the season.  This one is near our firewood log rack in the back yard.

So pretty!

Enjoy,

Lois

Spring Cleaning for the Fishies

 

 Good morning,

Catherine, our daughter, has been so very helpful with our gold fish pond.  For nearly 40 years I cleaned the pond each Spring and Fall.  My back doesn't cooperate any more so our very sweet daughter has volunteered to do it.  

There was a whole lot of "stuff" on the bottom of the pond that she scooped out, making sure she didn't lose any fish with each scoop.  Our ten fish spent 24 hours in these containers while their new, clean water de-chlorinated. 

The fish pond is self sustaining with plenty of food for these fish to grow big and fat.  They were tiny "feeder fish" when Catherine purchased them a few years ago.

 Twenty four hours after refilling, we returned the fish to the pond where they are very, very happy - they told us so, you know.

Here's how the pond looked "before cleaning." The fish do best with some debris in the pond so they have places to hide and shade from the sun.  The green object you see on the left side of the image above is a solar powered aerator.  We've had this one for a few years and some solar cells seem to be damaged so will replace it this year.

Catherine ordered a small solar powered fountain for the pond, too.  Stay tuned and I'll get some images of the fountain and other new additions to our favorite little back yard attraction.

Thank you, Catherine!  The pond is so much fun for all of us!

Love you,

Mom

Las Vegas

 Good morning,

Catherine (our daughter) went to Las Vegas with a friend and look what we got!  

T-Shirts!

;),

Lois

Kjell's Amazing Hawk Images

 Good morning,

Kjell has been enjoying the beautiful weather this Spring and Summer.  He has been sitting on our patio recording the wild life we enjoy right here in the heart of the city.  

Be sure to scroll through all of these amazing hawk images.  This series was taken all at one time, but the hawk returned several times during the week for additional photo shoots.

 

We have lived in our home for 42 years so have seen many changes in the types of wildlife.  In the past eight to ten years we have seen the lizards, deer, and coyotes arrive.  The hawks have been here most of the time, but aren't always so available for photo opportunities.  We still see ground hogs, possums, porcupines, and skunks.  There are fewer rabbits and feral cats have all but disappeared since the coyotes and hawks have established a solid presence here.

Kjell's images are amazing!

Enjoy,

Lois

Needlework and Wood Working Update - July, 2021

 Good morning and welcome to this month's Needlework and Wood Working Update for July, 2021, where we collect the images of all of the items we have completed this month.

Above is a Celtic Knot inlay pen that My Honey made for me.  Fabulous!  I love his turned wood pens. The balance is perfect for my hand and the smooth wood is warm to the touch.  We have other pens in the shop here from $53.

 I've posted pictures of this as it was made and built in our back yard by the garage.  My Honey built it for me so that I could have flowers in containers since my back has told me to stop crawling around on the ground to work in the garden.   This plant stand won't be available in the shop.  I can't imaging trying to ship it. 

We had orders for seven of these Pet Kennel Tags this month.  Since they are personalized, I'm showing a picture of one made for one of our dogs.  $12 each.  More information and images here.

 This was another month for Afghan Blankets, too.  This Shades of Teal and Purple Blanket was a joy to make.  $80.  Ready to ship.  More information and images here.

This generous size afghan blanket features close stitches in a textured design which provides for a very warm fabric. $110.  More images and information here.

This large Lavender Green and Cream Baby Blanket features a matching hat with flower (not shown in image above).  Set $50.  More information and images here.

This Lady Bug Baby Sweater Set and Toy are back in the shop this month.  I made one last month that sold quickly, so here's another.  These sets are so darling for a photo op and every other event.  $60.  Info here.

This Nordic Intarsia Knit Hat is made of very soft Alpaca Wool Blend Yarn.  It is so wonderful to touch and wear.  $40.  More info here.

This 20-22" Cloche Hat is a lovely delicate lavender color.  $8 and available here.  There are more than 40 similar hats available in a variety of colors, designs, and sizes here.

Come see what else we've made here:  EvensensProductions.com

So, that's it for this month!  We sincerely appreciate your encouragement, likes, shares, favorites, and purchases, too!

All the very best,

Lois

Look Mom! We have a new large water bowl!

 

Good morning,

The girls are very pleased with their new "large water bowl!"

When it gets hot enough, they will lie down in it, but for now, they enjoy playing toss with a floating toy.

And, it's a great place to get a drink of water, too.  :)

Ah, yes, Summer....

Lois