What is it about the dandelion? Many consider it a pesky weed, a nuisance, especially if one shows up in your pristine lawn. And then, before you know it, more may be on there way, transformed from perky flower to the sculptural round white puff ball of seedlings that are carried away by the wind, like tiny parachutes.
Others consider it a valuable herb with many culinary and medical uses. Some use the leaves in salads or on sandwiches, the roots can be found in some coffee substitutes & digestive aids, while the flowers have been used to make certain wines.
For me, I see them as beautiful, especially an entire field of the sunny yellow flowers. There is something about the color yellow that evokes happiness and joy. So..... an entire field of dandelions can't help but make you smile.... unless of course its your front lawn.
Its this stunning field of sunny yellow blooming clusters that is the inspiration for my next knitted lace scarf design. Its on the needles ........ its making me so happy to knit it already......
Stay tuned for more photos and details on this new design. Hope to get it done while the danelions are still around.
I love dandelions! Can't wait to see what you come up with.
Posted by: Evelyn | May 3, 2011 at 07:18 AM