a pin for everything
Thanks so much for all the enthusiasm about the tea-mice. They seem to be finding their way quite happily from Amy's guest house to new homes. So on to the next project. Though just when I think I have everything figured out, a new wave of to-do's comes in to take the place of the old. Always something to consider in the middle of the night. Sometimes I think it would be better to work all night (as mice often do) and then sleep all day- or part of it anyway. I'm a great napper.
Don't you love this little vintage pin cushion? It's a teensy- super tiny, teensy- crocheted, tatted or knotted hat embroidered with ribbon roses and filled with a cork. Simply adorable. I keep 7 hatpins in it and when I am overwhelmed, I take them out and rearrange them one at a time like the days of the week, the things to do. Not sure why, but it makes me feel like I'm on top of it all again. Mistress of my very small, doll-sized universe once more. Little by little. Pin by pin. I can do this. And all that, too. xoC
ohmugosh...what an adorable little hat!! Bet it'd fit on a little dolly head too! You can do this...and all that, too. You already do! :)
Posted by: teresa | August 28, 2007 at 11:53 AM
Charlotte, Every time I visit I let out a little "gasp" of delight for the sweet things you put on here. I just love them. Everything!
xo,
Melissa
Posted by: melissa @ the inspired room | August 28, 2007 at 01:45 PM
oh! it is a most delightful tiny smidgen! made me smile immediately!
:) Abbie
Posted by: Abbie | August 28, 2007 at 01:49 PM
Very sweet, Charlotte. Bird by Bird is one of my favorite books, although it's been a while since I've read it. I think I'll take it down from the shelf tonight...thanks for the nudge!
Posted by: Jan | August 28, 2007 at 05:00 PM
I really love this image. The pin cushion, the pins, the shadows of the pins...
Makes me happy.
Posted by: Diane Duda | August 29, 2007 at 10:31 AM
is that not the sweetest wee hat?
I can see the wisdom in rearranging the hat pins...it Is very relaxing and...I can see how it would put your mind at rest~ putting all the pins just so.
Posted by: Christe' | August 29, 2007 at 12:01 PM
I knew you were a kindred spirit Charlotte ... I adore Anne Lamott. :)
Love the pincushion, so very precious! & I loved your comment on the act of replacing the pins and gaining perspective. Those small movements during the day can be so soothing and illuminating.
Posted by: Sally | August 29, 2007 at 01:35 PM