
a few months ago… ruby and i travelled over the ocean from england back to america.
we rested and revived in a blue rest nest with tiny books, sparkle lights and ghosts. 
we waited.. and waited.. we clicked our needles a bit and meowed some. we didnt feel like doing much really.. mostly we sat under carolina pines, or we rested on the grass.
dr. hoot was there too. he watched from his cage and reminded us that mice are nice. 
we put lavender, cedarwood, bay laurel and patchouli in every eave and every corner.

we recharged a lot of our heart in our little blue nest just by watching the birds,
by collecting lots of heart-shaped stones and small wooden treasure boxes,
and by burning lots of incense, pinecones, sweetgrass and sage under blue lights.
it was a lot like tending mushrooms under the dark forest moss. it takes some time.
then one day last week… we took our paws off of the spinning wheel, we packed up our
tumblestones and drove to the mountains. (ruby didnt even mind that part too much.)
and now we are right where we are going to stay! the hooks, needles & yarn have been unpacked and dusted off. there is a brand new pine tree… and mountain horizons…
and now its time to bring more treasures into being on this brand new blue planet!
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Lovin pictures of all your treasures–it so so special to surround yourself with objects that make you smile from the inside.
Can’t even tell you how much I’ve missed a hoot from yoo(t?) Nothing since Heartfelt Rings!!!! My needles have been hungry for another tinyowlknits pattern to devour (you can only have so many rings, ya know!) Hope your move was a safe, smooth, peaceful one. Hope you and Ruby are very happy in your new digs. Looking foward to the very latest new tinyowlknits posts and patterns! Glad to have you back.
Lovely pictures of all the nice little things everyone collects and makes one happy! And you have such lovely little things! And I am glad, that you finally come to a place to stay!
Hey Stephanie – wondered where you had been hiding – glad you have found a place to nest. Miss you x
thanks lovelies!
♥ kisses all around!
it is SO good to be welcomed back to work
especially after a reeeallllly nice (perhaps a lil longer than anticipated) break ♥
Glad you’re in a good spot and looking forward to seeing what delights it inspires in you!
I ALWAYS get compliments when I wear my Woodland hood, BTW. It’s such a nice blend of whimsy & practicality.
“To go to the woods is to go home” -John Muir.
May you be comforted in the soft morning light and perfumed by the earth.
Stephanie, I’m so glad you are settling in and have this move behind you now. Enjoy and create!
Hoots ~{^v^}~ Dona xx
Welcome back stateside! You’ve definitely been missed!
Hi there,
It all Looks so beautiful and friendly!
Did you move to USA?
I still would like to send a picture of the hexagram throw i made!
Greetings from Germany
Karin
I just want you to know that your blog and your website make my day very light and magical in feeling. It is good to find places and peoples that make you feel inspired and creative and (even though I don’t know you) very hugged.
Blessings on your day
margaret
Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts
and spiritual inspiration process. It reminds me that waiting
is just as much a part of the creative as manifesting.
Lovely to hear of your adventures in America! I hope your spring continues to unfold beautifully.
Really sorry to lose you! But home is definitely where the heart is.
Have just started two pairs of sweet robin wristees as Easter presents for my granddaughters.
I told my daughter in law about your workshop in Gastonia. She lives in Charlotte. She LOVED it and meeting you. She is not a very experienced knitter, but she got so much out of it. I live in Oregon now, but visit the Carolina’s every June. I am betting you are in Ashland near the Penland School of Crafts. Maybe this June you will have something going on that I can attend? You sound sad. Please don’t be.
I’m so pleased to know you’re back and in a happy, sweet place. Looking forward to seeing more of your delightful posts in the future.
heart donna
I know how it is – to have to rest and recharge after a life-changing event – the courage and strength needed are enormous. Knitting has been a solace to my soul and am so looking forward to lots of lovelies from you once you’re settled
Welcome HOME!
Welcome Home!!!!
oh thank you so much lovelies!

its so great to be welcomed back to the world! hhehe
and no im not too sad i promise
i always just feel a little sweet wistfulness when changing scenery
(and beginning again)
♥
I just Love your new space. It seems so full of light and love. It is great to hear from you again. Enjoy your new digs and the spring.
It’s good to hear from you again! I am coveting all of your furniture and your chatskis! I keep willing Mary Poppins to show up and start singing my home into shape. I guess she stays away from homes where the parents raise their own kids….oh well…
I’m looking forward to hearing more you –and not to be redundant, but beautiful photos!
Your home seems magical. I can almost smell the woodsmoke and lavender…
I never underestimate the power of hibernation or the rejuvenating qualities of making things with wool.
A retreat in the woods. How wonderful to spend part of life’s journey there.
It was so lovely to read your new post I am fairly new to your blog and just love your designs. I have been busy knitting your felted rings and also had a go at making a bracelet to match which worked quite well.
I hope the mountains inspire you and I look forward to some more amazing designs.
Sue
Ah!!!! What a lovely nest you and Ruby have. Looks so comfy. Glad you are settling in. Can’t wait to see what the woods will inspire you to create.
Thrilled to pieces to see you back in the groove again. Can’t wait to see what you create next!
happy to see you back!!! can’t wait to see your new creations
You’ve inspired me to take a week’s vacation and turn my little home into a magical place.
welcome home! oh my goodness, what a beautiful blog post! xxxooxxx
I’ve been thinking about you! Enjoyed your lovely pictures. Hugs. xxx
Thank you for sharing with us, really enjoyed your pics. Someone has already said, Wishing you many blessings in your new home!
Hugs,
Lemony
I love your website, it’s really inspiring to see, as a young knitter, all the different things you can do with just yarn and some needles. I like it how your never afraid to be yourself, and that I’m not alone in the knitting world.
Your houses are so lucky to have you. The ghosts must weep with joy when you arrive. So many treasures and such beautiful words. xx
Congrats on a successful (and FINISHED, I know it’s stressful) move. Your digs are an inspiration.
What a beautiful nest! Happy nesting
it’s a beautiful nest, charming and so cosy, Fairies and Pickies would be happy in this place.
a lot of things to make their little world in yours !!!
Finally you can nest, must feel goooood. Cuddle a bit more with Ruby for me, does Ruby feel at home yet? Lovely post!
I love your blue nest. Lovely photos, lovely words….. you are a true artist in all sense of the word!!! Hugs to Ruby!
Do you know what the I Spy books are?
http://www.thealmightyguru.com/Halloween/Culture/Products/Book-ISpy.jpg
Your beautiful treasure pictures make me think of those.
I wish you very much courage and happiness in your new scenery.
xo <3 (cheriefrancis)
It is so great to see you blogging again! I love your designs, vlogs, and blog postings…they always make me happy!! I love your treasures!! You have such an uplifting personality!!! Always looking forward to new post notifications in my inbox. You have such a lovely nest!!
Enjoy your new home. Love all your little collections and owls and birds. I have a collections of heart shaped stones also (only 4) One was found on my honeymoon on the shores of a bay in Maine and the other given to me by my husband who had saved it years ago before we met.
Looking forward to more whimsical (magical) patterns from you. Slowly working on the beekeeper’s quilt. So fun!!
I moved here to Franklin from Florida. The spring here is almost as lovely as England’s. My weeping cherry tree is blooming. A bit more snow next winter would be nice. I love your designs. I have keepsakes from my great grandfather and great uncle from England.
Hoots to you, my friend! I’m so glad you’re posting again. I missed your fun posts. Dare we hope for a video again soon? Or a personal skype call?
I was hoping you’d stop in Nashville on your way to the mtns, but I bet you were in a hurry to get there…
I raise my teacup Stephanie to your special new beginnings! To home sweet home, Ren xxx Ive been thinking of you and hoping that the move went well!
Oh my goodness! Rocks and minerals and trees and trees and mountains all rolled into one beautiful dreamy landscape blending your oh so peaceful space into the inspiring landscape beyond? A dream to behold and you describe it so well…enjoy your new place!
(ps…love the mossy terarium…)
I luuuuuv the evergreen although I would do an everfall since they are my faave colors. Its so creative and lovely. Love this page and going to start the bekeepers just have to gater my thin yarn!!
Smart girl, tending to your heart. It is the first to cry and often the last to be attended to when big moves are underway. Best wishes for happiness in your new home, and I’ll look forward to many more beautiful creations emanating from your direction.
there must be soooo many good vibrations! me and the kittehs are dancing in the smoke of a lil’ nag champa right now <3
oh dear, to all of this.
your home looks most amazing. mine’s quite alike, only with more reds and oranges.
You’re new home looks lovely. Wishing you much magical creating there and much happiness.
One of these days I will get around to picking up a pair of knitting needles and improving my awful knitting ability, solely so that I can knit a ‘tiny owl knit’ pattern. x
I’m so happy that you’ve found a new place to set up the nest ♥
and I hope that it becomes a home to you… because we all need a place to curl up sometimes.
Love,
-Abi