Red Parka weather

Fall is rolling back in again. A crisp cool is in the air — but not so cool that we need a working furnace (thank goodness).

Red is barely touching on our young Autumn Blaze maple (right) while its older cousin blushes a bit stronger.

So it was only fitting that a Blogtoberfest blog called Red Parka Diaries caught my eye today. (Even though it's technically spring for this blogger in Australia.)

Jen is crafty gal who appears to enjoy quirky art and photography. After reading about her recent adventures, much of her life is what I'd like mine to be like at age 34, too. The saturation and unique crops of her photography catch my eye. And her whimsical illustrations make me smile.

Source: Red Parka Designs

This art print reminds me of my sister Trisha, who collects elephants. Girly is getting married this spring and I have a shawl to knit for her. And I got some gorgeous yarn to play with yesterday. But more on that will come later. For now, I have a baby hat costume to finish!