day dreaming

after a not very good sleep night at my house last night, and the crazy coldness of our winter, this afternoon there is nothing I want to do more than snuggle up back in bed.. the top layer of my blanket coziness is my Swans Island Blanket.. sooo good :)

Images from the portfolio of sarah swanson design.
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a new blog, go visit!

A lovely new blog by Swans Island blankets, oh do I love mine :)
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trends 2011

Canadian House & Home has forcasted the below trends for 2011.

I was thrilled to see my lovely sponsor SWANS ISLAND BLANKETS highlighted in 'the new country'!

double click on pictures to enlarge :) Sorry for the crooked scan


( makes me think of Jenny and her amazing find! )

Swans Island! AMAZING blankets-

Agree?

Swans Island Blankets

Hand loomed blankets crafted by very skilled and talented artisans using organically dyed merino yarn, harvested from the finest fleeces of Corriedale sheep. Sound amazing? Let me introduce Swans Island Blankets.
If you can't get to Maine, a visit to the site is a must. You will find the most beautiful blankets and throws, scarves and wraps, a rare collection of blankets, and the finest craft work I have ever seen. Now if you can get to Maine, I hear the doors of Swans Island Blankets are always open to new visitors and friends, so I urge you to visit.

Here are just a few of my favorite things-


( not only do I adore this blanket.. I have this little chair! It was my great grandma's, now in Laurens room :)
Amazing indigo, did you know this?


The Indigo herb has been the source of Indigo Blue for thousands of years. The dye, called Indican, is produced as the leaves of the plant are fermented, exuding a rich paste which turns blue when exposed to air. This paste is processed into cakes and then finely ground into the powder used to make the dye. As well as producing a rich, deep blue, wild Indigo is said to help stimulate the immune system, and act as a mild antiseptic.

A baby blanket, what a keepsake! Truly an heirloom piece, to be enjoyed by generations-

Amazing blankets, twin to king, and throws for the sofa. Gorgeous wraps and scarves, perfect for fall!

Welcome Swans Island Blankets.. I am so happy to have you here! xx

Swans Island Blankets

I can't even express how smitten I am with Swans Island Blankets. They are all hand dyed and woven by a small group of crafts people in Maine. The texture of the weave and the colors they choose are so spectacular. I am just crazy about the grey and creme stripe. They look so light weight and so appealing.

they are available in wraps and scarves too-

Swans Island Blankets