Friday, September 23, 2011

~Autumnal Equinox And Pink Saturday~


The first sign in our beautiful Maple tree that Fall really is on the way and Geraniums blooming happily unaware on the porch below...

Hi All.....Welcome to Pink Saturday and the first day of Fall....The Northern Hemisphere's Autumnal Equinox of this year and .... did you know the reason we are a day late this year? It is because during the month of July, the earths rotation was a bit slower....somehow this will make Spring one day sooner and an extra day of Spring is always a good thing! And, did you know that this is the only day of the year that earth is straight on her axis and all the countries will have the same amount of light and darkness? Aren't I just a book of information? lol!!
We mustn't be late to Pink Saturday, so be sure to buzz on over to Beverly's to find everyone's posts.....thank you Bev for this special PINK day!

And, if you would like to read more about this amazing phenomenon,the Fall Equinox, here is the link to the National Geographic site to read all about it..... http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/2011/09/110923-autumnal-equinox-northern-hemisphere-first-day-fall-2011-science/ it is truly fascinating. I am going back to read it again, as I am a bit confused about the difference between the equinox and solstices....

Did you all have a good week? I hope so.....here are a couple of new things I was busy doing this week and you can see more of them at MY WEBSITE


Click on the pictures to see them larger and with more details....

I am getting ready for the Fall holidays and Christmas. My sewing room has patterns and fabric all stacked and ready to go...a busy gal I will be!

Wishing you happy Fall days 'til next time....
Jil
xo

28 comments:

Susan Freeman said...

Happy autumn and Happy Pink Saturday too!

Hugs,
Susan and Bentley

Tami @ Creative girl Vintage said...

I love your new creations...Don't you love doing crafting for the holidays? My favorite.
Happy Pink Saturday..xo Tami

The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥ said...

You new creations are fabulous!!!! have a happy pink saturday! hugs...

Eileen said...

How interesting! Your creations are lovely. If you get a chance, stop by The Pink Home - I'm having a giveaway. Happy Pink Saturday!

My name is Riet said...

Wht lovely craft you make and nothing nicet than getting a homemade gift for Christmas.
Happy pink Saturday

Francie...The Scented Cottage Studio said...

Happy Autumn AND Pink Saturday too.
Your creations look wonderful !
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Unknown said...

I've always loved your header. Thanks for stopping by!

Maison Mutt said...

Want interesting facts! Hard to believe the holidays are getting so close. I've also been working away on Fall & Winter items. Happy PS!
Wags, Niki

Nancy said...

Wow - I didn't know that and I love tidbits of info like that. Love your pillow and Happy Fall! :) Nancy

Faith Hope and Cherrytea said...

HaPpY 1st Day of Autumn! and PS!!
luv your geraniums in wicker planter~ so cheerful...

LV said...

You are a very talented lady. I love all the things you have made. Also, thanks for the information. I was not aware of that.

Elaine said...

I did read about the equinox last week when reading up on moons for the season.. Love those cute crafts

Arabella said...

Hi Jil ~ the snow ladies you made are so adorable. I also love the info about Fall so am off to Natl Geo to read more, thanks for the info and link.

Happy Pink Saturday!

Marie

Simply Debbie said...

Happy Pink Saturday and Happy Fall Jil,
Thank you for all the information..I love reading that stuff
I am having a give away for simple pink tag I made...drawing Sunday
have a lovely weekend hugs
Simply Debbie

Holly said...

Hi Jil~
Yes, you were very informative. I had forgotten all that, so it was a fun review! Love your snowmen - so talented!
blessings!

Chubskulit Rose said...

You have such lovely blooms Jil!

Dhemz said...

awwwww...so beautiful! well, summer is not over yet in Texas....enjoy the fall!

thanks for dropping by....:)

Tina´s PicStory said...

Thats a very lovely blog :)

Unknown said...

So sweet new creations!!!!

Happy pink Saturday!
hugs
Charo

Diann said...

Your new creations are adorable. Happy Pink Saturday!

The Artful Diva said...

You have been busy! Everything you're working on looks great.

ShabbyESP said...

Happy Pink Saturday!!!
Love those cute clowns!!!
Enjoy your day!!!
Suzann ~xoxo~

pinkkandy said...

Happy pinkness...Happy Autumn....I am so excited for Fall, I know you are too !!It just makes me want to cozy up...enjoy your week-end!
God Bless You
Kandy

Unknown said...

Thanks for the great information! :) I love your cute little projects!

HaPpY pInK sAtUrDaY!
Sarah

Maxwell Mead Williams Robinson Barry said...

lovely pink, you rocked on it.

thanks.

Happy Autumn.

Karen @ Pieces of Contentment said...

Thanks for stopping by my blog. Your geraniums seem very happy despite the cooler weather.

Anonymous said...

I didn't know that fact about the equinox. I always thought the changing of the seasons occurred the same day each year. :) I love what you said about the geraniums blooming happily and unaware that Fall is here. My pink and white impatiens on the front porch are blooming beautifully too. I could not bear to get rid of them and replace with mums for the wedding reception so I didn't. I just painted the pumpkins white to match. LOL...HPS

DOLLIEGIRL said...

jil you make such beautiful things ,,LOVE THEM ALL!!XOXO LINDA