Hydrangea Skeleton Leaf

 Hi Everyone! 

I hope 2013 has started of well for each of you! 



The first two days of the year were 

bright and sunny here, so a lot of people were out enjoying the 

January sunshine.






I took advantage of that time to rake and work in the yard a bit, 

and look what I found! 

A Hydrangea Skeleton Leaf. 




I've only seen photographs of these and always thought they were so 

beautiful and delicate.  

So, I was thrilled to find one right outside my back door!

 They sort of remind me of the "lacy crochet" I love so much.




Speaking of crochet...yes, I am still "hooked!" 

(hardy har har) :-) 

I have some colorful snowflakes to show you soon.  




Right now, it's raining outside,  so I'm off to spend some creative time 

in my art room. 

Enjoy your day. 

Becca 


Comments

Anonymous said…
oh my gosh, its beautiful! So is the cat!
January 8, 2013 at 10:11 AM
Caterina Giglio said…
I can't remember ever happening on one! Happy New Year!
January 8, 2013 at 10:30 AM
TexWisGirl said…
oh, your sweet kitten... :)
January 8, 2013 at 10:42 AM
Unknown said…
That leaf does look like delicate crochet work. So pretty. And Lucy is adorable as well.

Hugs~
January 8, 2013 at 11:47 AM
Crafting Queen said…
Great photos, Lucy is beautiful.
January 8, 2013 at 12:01 PM
Tracy said…
It is like lace! What magic to find one for your own. :o) And treats to see Miss Lucy! Happy Days, Becca ((HUGS))
January 9, 2013 at 3:26 AM
Kate said…
What a pretty lacy leaf!! Lovely photos!
Kate :}
January 9, 2013 at 6:37 AM
Gillian Olson said…
That leaf skeleton is beautiful. Mostly rain here too, so when the sun shines I'm outside in the twinkle of an eye. Love your beautiful cat.
January 9, 2013 at 9:19 AM
Rosie Grey said…
Happy New Year to you Becca! What a wonderful find - this looks fantastic, almost like lace!
January 9, 2013 at 9:58 AM
Lisa Gordon said…
This leaf is just beautiful, Becca. If I could see the ground through all of the snow right now, I would try to find one. Really wonderful.

Love "Kitty" too. Such a sweet face.

Have a wonderful day ahead!
xo.
January 9, 2013 at 10:18 AM
Judy S. said…
Hi There! It's been snowing off and on at our house today. Those skeletons are interesting; we found one last year on one of our walks. Lucy sure is a pretty kitty!
January 10, 2013 at 1:58 PM
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