Sunday 2 October 2016

Mosaic Monday # 10 - October has arrived.

Turning the calendar page to October has seen some subtle changes here at the Presbytere.
During the night I have been awakened by heavy rain hitting the leaves of the Virginia Creeper and in the morning there's a distinct chill in the air.
The branches of the hawthorn trees by the front gate are hanging low, heavy with bright red berries.
I cut a large one down and fashioned the leaves and berries into a wreath.
I knew that it wouldn't last very long but for a few days it added a nice seasonal touch to the front door.


Whilst walking Fleur I noticed the lane was littered with small acorns from the many wild oak trees that grow along there, I picked up a handful and brought them home in my pocket.
The next day I found a few pine cones so I brought those back too.
I didn't really know what to do with them so simply emptied them into some antique teacups to display in front of the hall mirror.
Et voila an instant autumn vignette.

As I lay in bed yesterday early morning sun streamed in through the open window and created a beautiful shadow mosaic on the opposite wall.
At this time of year we start to see some wonderful sunrises, I captured this purple haze with the camera on my Kindle.


Have a great week.


18 comments:

  1. Thank you Maggie for hosting Mosaic Monday - a pleasure to read and see what you are enjoying.
    Joy

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  2. Your wreath is very pretty Maggie. We have now cold nights, only 3 C but at daytime it's lovely and sunny. The autumn colors are splendid. Wishing you a great start to October!

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  3. Happy October and Happy Mosaic Monday, Maggie! The Hawthorne berry wreath you made is so pretty. The squirrels in my yard ate all the acorns off my one oak tree this summer. They did not leave one behind!

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  4. Your wreath is whimsical and so pretty. I hope it can grace your door for a good while. I also like your teacup display with signs of autumn! Thanks for hosting.

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  5. Hello Maggee! Your wreath looks so pretty. I like the collection of acorns and pine cones, pretty display. Thanks for hosting! Happy Monday, enjoy the new week ahead!

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  6. Your autumn vignette is lovely made of all natural items. The berry wreath looks lovely at the entrance. The leaves are changing colours here now and are so pretty.

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  7. Good morning from the Pacific Northwest. The wreath is very nice Maggie. It sounds like Fall has arrived beautifully in your part of the world. Hope you have a great week!

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  8. I like the little acorns and pine cones in the tea cups. I think I'll try that today. Hope the squirrels will share! Happy M M! I love mosaics! Hugs, Diane

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  9. Maggie, welcome to October. It's my favorite month too. Happy Anniversary month to you and the senior partner.
    The wreath is lovely, and I smile at the thought of you collecting acorns and pine cones. We are two peas in a pod. My pockets were full of burr oak acorns this week after my morning walk. While in Kansas City, I met up with my UK friend, Sarah Lugg. She is no longer creating her art, but she said she still has all her boxes and bins of found objects.
    Have a wonderful sojourn on the island. You were missed in KC.

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  10. I really love your Hawthorne wreaths and the clever and lovely pine cone display, but what made me smile the most was the morning shadow mosaic. I just love knowing that you see beautiful patterns (and photo opportunities) literally from the moment your eyes are open! Thank you for sharing the October joy and, as always, for hosting!

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  11. This is a lovely post, Maggie, full of the beautiful changes of the season. The hawthorne wreaths are so pretty, and I love the idea of your vignette with the teacups. Happy Mosaic Monday!

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  12. Your hawthorne wreath is really gorgeous and I love the teacup concept! It's all so pretty. Yes, it's fall here, too -- though not too colorful yet, but lots of rain. All here is so pretty!

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  13. You are very clever! And I love the shadows on the wall.

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  14. Maggie, Love the tea cup vignettes. Sylvia D.

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  15. Hi Maggie, I finally made it and so happy too. Thank you so much for your help. Your Hawthorn Berries and what you have done with them as well as the acorns are delightful. I love the reds and greens. Happy Week~

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  16. Hi Maggie, I finally made it and so happy too. Thank you so much for your help. Your Hawthorn Berries and what you have done with them as well as the acorns are delightful. I love the reds and greens. Happy Week~

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  17. Sorry I missed your link up this week. I was away, and just got back today and your link up is closed. I love your berry wreaths. Enjoy the rest of your week.

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  18. Such lovely shots and they have given me a glimpse of Fall in your part of the world!

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