A recent rain captured in the cup-like blossoms on our lilacs.
Last week they were just coming into blossom and were a deep, rich color.
Now they have faded into an entirely lighter shade. The gorgeous colors helped me to notice I have so many dolls in my shop but none remotely resembling these beautiful colors so I was inspired to make some.
Hopefully they will be ready soon.
Lilly has been a bit under the weather the last couple of days, waking up often in the evenings so I have had little time to get my projects done. Today she came down with a fever and I hope it will pass soon. The poor dear was so sad as today was the day of her birthday party which we had to cancel.
These wee babies in a basket that I managed to finish remind me of how big my children are becoming. I guess getting sick with fevers and disappointments are all part of growing up, and sitting on our laps to snuggle and sob hopefully eases the hurts a little.
Hope Lily is better soon. I love your beautiful lilac pictures
Posted by: Gina | May 31, 2009 at 09:42 PM
I am not a lover of lilac but these photos made even me to like that colour!
Posted by: Petra | May 31, 2009 at 09:56 PM
ooh, poor lilly... hope she feels better soon!!
my mom loves lilacs.....and our first hydrangea has bloomed in almost that same color... love your threads!!!
Posted by: jan in nagasaki | May 31, 2009 at 10:45 PM
I hope she gets better soon. Your first photo is spectacular!
Posted by: Jodie | May 31, 2009 at 11:55 PM
I think disappointments are not quite so bad if you can snuggle in a lap and let it out. I've done the same thing to my husband before. :)
Get well soon Lilly, it is no fun to be sick or miss out on your party. So birthday wishes and fun wishes for you!
PS. Your lilac photos and crafty creations are beautiful. :)
Posted by: Christina | June 01, 2009 at 12:06 AM
Beautiful Lilacs! Oh my...the color is lovely.
Blessings,
Marie
Posted by: Marie | June 01, 2009 at 12:34 AM
The purples are so beautiful!! I love when inspiration comes from other beautiful things in our lives. I hope your daughter is feeling perfectly well very soon. Tell her she has a whole year to celebrate her new age!! Happy Birthday to her! ;)
Posted by: bethany | June 01, 2009 at 01:23 AM
lots of different shades of purple to work with. how so inspiring.
the best to Lilly!
Posted by: lucy | June 01, 2009 at 01:44 AM
ohhh such beautiful lilacs..... and such beautiful colors you work with now...love purple myself!
happy birthday to your little princess and best wishes for speedy recovery to her too so she can have her party!
btw...I love my pancy pouch that I bought from you!
Posted by: malle | June 01, 2009 at 03:03 AM
i hope lily feels better soon. those lilacs are so beautiful. thanks for sharing with us.
Posted by: katie | June 01, 2009 at 03:03 AM
I love lilac. :) Your work in progress and the colors are soo inspiring! I hope lily feels better soon!! Warm wishes to her. :) Love to you and lily!
Posted by: Jacqueline | June 01, 2009 at 03:39 AM
Poor Lily - hope she feels better soon. The lilacs are so beautiful and of course your dolls will be too!
-susan
Posted by: Tickled Paisley | June 01, 2009 at 03:43 AM
*hugs* to Lily.
The babies in a basket are so dear. I really love your work, and I am a tiny bit envious of your lilacs. :) Here's to a better week!
Posted by: chicago sarah | June 01, 2009 at 03:43 AM
Hi Emily..
love your photos.. and poor lily.. hope she feels better soon.
have a great day!
Posted by: fitty | June 01, 2009 at 03:57 AM
Lilacs are one of my favorites. I've been turning a lilac embroidery idea 'round in my head for a while now. Love the pretty colors and the inspiration!
Posted by: Muddlepud | June 01, 2009 at 04:13 AM
What gorgeous lilacs. I love them! I think I'm going to get myself a bush!!
Posted by: mary smith | June 01, 2009 at 05:49 AM
Awwww! Our whole backyard is full of them. The baby quilt I just pinned reminds me of them.
Posted by: willy-nilly | June 01, 2009 at 06:54 AM
they look lovely!
my lilacs are half dead now, the storms last week though the white lilac in the garden has laster longer than the purple out the front. There is a photo on my blog if you are curious.
Posted by: Apryl | June 01, 2009 at 09:27 AM
A big bunch of healing vibes to Lilly!
My lilacs have exploded too, so pretty :-D
Posted by: ingermaaike | June 01, 2009 at 09:45 AM
Oh! Poor Lilly.. :(
Hope she will feel better soon!
Posted by: Kreativlink | June 01, 2009 at 09:45 AM
Those babies in a basket are precious! The flowers are stunning! Hope your angel feels better soon!
Posted by: Dawn, from LaTouchables | June 01, 2009 at 09:56 AM
magnifiques photos!
Posted by: adele | June 01, 2009 at 10:04 AM
Poor Lilly, hope she'll be better soon!
Nature can be such a huge source of inspiration, beautiful colors!
Posted by: Star of the East | June 01, 2009 at 10:04 AM
Beautiful lilacs! Inspiring as always ;)
Posted by: Irina | June 01, 2009 at 12:01 PM
I love lilacs ! gorgeous colours and so smelly.
Posted by: P8 | June 01, 2009 at 12:54 PM
Just wanted to let you know that I left you a surprise on my blog: http://kathiskreations.blogspot.com
Hope you enjoy it!
Kathi
Posted by: Kathi Price | June 01, 2009 at 01:25 PM
Poor little hon! Congrats anyway!
A mum's lap is the place to be and you know how the saying goes: when kids are sick they are at least 1 year younger at heart..
Hopefully this will soon pass and she'll be able to enjoy our all too short summer!
Loved the beautiful nuances of lilac, - gorgeous!
The pictures are as always a delight!!
Hugs from Eva Mari :D
Posted by: Eva Mari | June 01, 2009 at 02:25 PM
Sorry to hear that the sweet Lilly is down with a bug! Hope that she is feeling better now that June has come.
I could just smell the Lilac's... my mom's favorite.
Hugs...
Posted by: Jean | June 01, 2009 at 03:22 PM
Emily, your lavenders are SO gorgeous! I have a link on my post today to a great poem about lilac.......
Posted by: Karen at sew and sow life | June 01, 2009 at 05:48 PM
I love lilacs too. We had a horrible thunderstorm yesterday and my Lilacs are beat down - I hope they can recover. I should go see if I can salvage some and bring them in the house. I have some pictures on my blog of the blooms before the storm
I hope Lilly feels better real soon - being sick is no fun.
Posted by: Yvette | June 01, 2009 at 06:23 PM
I hope Lily recovers quickly. This change in the weather seems to have given people Summer colds etc.
Love the shades of purple! It's my fav colour and not just because of bluebell woods. LOL
Posted by: Melanie | June 01, 2009 at 07:01 PM
Soo lovely! Thank you so much for sharing!
Posted by: Rita | June 02, 2009 at 11:38 AM
i read that lily is feeling better...i'm so glad. thanks for sharing these gorgeous pictures. i love lilacs....i can almost smell them from here.
Posted by: jacquie | June 05, 2009 at 05:46 AM
I am so sorry to hear about Lilly. I hope she feels better very soon. The fabrics you use are all lovely! The colors remind me of spring and summer flowers... they brighten my day every time I log on and look at your work. Teresa
Posted by: Teresa Albuquerque | June 06, 2009 at 12:16 AM