Monday, 10 January 2011

Splash of Colour: January mosaics

I do wonder whether looking at an image containing lots of vibrant colours together releases feel-good chemicals in the brain, especially if the colours transition through the rainbow.

So, here's an experiment. It's Monday. If you're feeling a bit dreary then take a look at this:


































1. Planet Penny 2. Su (Tiny Acorns)/Living on the edge 3. Megan Ashman 4. Green Rabbit Designs
5. Domesticali 6. Kitty 7. Loujanu22 8. Sharne Gregory
9. Helen Phillips 10. Itchin' Stitchin'11. MKirkman 12. Little Cotton Rabbits
13. Milk Cloud 14. Megan Ashman15. Magic cochin/Purple Podded Peas 16 The List Writer
17. Like it or lump it 18. Coffee Lady 19. Thimbleanna 20. MKirkman

Any better? If so then the Splash of Colour project is working, which is very good news. Even if you were feeling pretty good but it gave you an extra boost then it's all worthwhile. Don't you love Like it or lump it's expression whilst looking at those lollipops?

When I built this mosaic from the Flickr pool and clicked 'Create' I gasped. I just chose them at random and stuck them all together but something is happening inside my noggin when I look at it. Something good.

Here are some more delicious eye treats from this month's contributions:


































1. 77Belle/Miriam Weaver 2. Naturally Carol 3. MKirkman 4. Peeriemoot
5. Harmony and Rosie 6. Domesticali 7. Megan Ashman 8. Little Green Shed
9.Trashalou 10.MKirkman 11. Dragonfly 12. Linaloo
13. Summerfete14. Milk Cloud 15. Homemadegorgeous 16 Rowan Benjamin
17. Little Green Shed 18. Fan my Flame 19. Paula's Homemade Life 20. Troc, Broc and Recup

Thankyou so, so much to all the SOC contributors. The project has really worked for me this month. It's been a joy looking at the colour, it has helped me through a rather grim spate of illnesses going on here.

There are even more beautiful images from Menopausal Musing, Cattapilla Dreaming, Driftwood (I had problems with permissions - sorry Tess), Dolls from the loft, Niminy Fingers, Tales from a Cottage Garden, Sunbeamsintheafternoon, Swedish House, Nero's Post and Patch, Positively Mom, Wild Acre, Mrs Pao, Travelling Holy Cow, Hobsdyke and Buttonsribbonsandotherthings so do go and take a look. If I've missed anyone out apologies and I'll edit the post for you.

I'll leave you with this picture of poppies, drawn by eldest just yesterday:



...and an invitation to the fourth and final colour carnival next month, beginning Tuesday 1st February.

After that it's Spring and with a bit of luck the sunshine might be back.
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45 comments:

  1. Unknown10 January 2011 at 13:52

    Good sunny morning! Hey I spy two of my images! Yay! Thank you for showing them. Have a wonderful day. Lou x

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  2. harmony and rosie10 January 2011 at 13:54

    I think I feel the endorphins doing something, those photos look stunning together. Well done Emma! x

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  3. Anonymous10 January 2011 at 13:57

    When you started this Emma, spring semmed so far away and now it's only one more SOC post away!!
    The photos look great when they're all grouped together, a definite burst of colour!
    Just love the poppy drawing, beautiful!! :)
    Vivienne x

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  4. driftwood10 January 2011 at 14:00

    colour heaven x

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  5. Gina10 January 2011 at 14:26

    Gorgeous! It only seeems like yesterday that you started SOC - I can't believe there is only one left.

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  6. Me and Ma10 January 2011 at 14:30

    Oooh yes i think it does, I am off with a spring in my step, totally fab :)

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  7. menopausalmusing10 January 2011 at 14:37

    This project has certainly helped to shift the winter blues! Beautiful images today, just beautiful.

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  8. Miriam Weaver10 January 2011 at 14:45

    It's worked Emma, I feel better!

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  9. Ali10 January 2011 at 14:59

    Yup, the colour magic works for me!

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  10. Planet Penny10 January 2011 at 15:05

    Zing! Thank you! xxx

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  11. Magic Bean10 January 2011 at 15:38

    Thank you for being so efficient and brightening up these gloomy winter days. I've been rubbish at joining in but have loved seeing everyone elses splashes. Ta, Ax

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  12. The List Writer10 January 2011 at 15:57

    Oh I love all those big swathes of colour - but the rainbow one at the top most of all. Just lovely!

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  13. mrspao10 January 2011 at 16:23

    These have really brightened my day - hurrah!

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  14. Helen Philipps10 January 2011 at 16:45

    Such an uplifting splash of colour in those mosaics! Just lovely how they all work together. I love the poppy drawings - they capture the essence of a poppy so perfectly. Thanks for a bright and cheerful post on a cold and rainy afternoon. Helen x

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  15. Madelief10 January 2011 at 17:17

    Hi Emma,

    It helps cheering up a grey winter day in Holland!! Such a good idea!!

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  16. Madelief10 January 2011 at 17:18

    Hi Emma,

    It helps cheering up a grey winter day in Holland!! Such a good idea!!

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  17. Madelief10 January 2011 at 17:20

    I forgot to say that I LOVE your bracelet! The combination of colours is perfect!!

    Lieve groet, Madelief

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  18. Lynn10 January 2011 at 17:42

    I LOVE you-know-who's poppies. ADORE them.

    Thank you for the spectacular extravaganza of color. I think next month's will be the one I really need; right now I'm enjoying a pretty snowfall and all is right with the world.

    (Congrats on surviving the puke bug.)

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  19. urban craft10 January 2011 at 17:59

    with the dreary weather I have, I always appreciate more colour!

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  20. Itchin' Stitchin'10 January 2011 at 18:06

    Love all the happy colors! Here is hoping for an early spring - no more snow!

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  21. Locket Pocket10 January 2011 at 18:08

    What a confection of colour! Your SOC project has really been a big hit. Lucy xx

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  22. Catherine10 January 2011 at 20:44

    Yes! Works for me - both,they are stunning.
    x c

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  23. Selfsewn10 January 2011 at 21:38

    Lovely:)
    Hope you are all cheered by the colours!

    xx

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  24. Unknown10 January 2011 at 22:08

    So pretty! I love the colours, definitely made my day brighter! :) x

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  25. dragonfly10 January 2011 at 22:20

    LOVE that first mosaic! I want crochet hooks like that!

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  26. Twiggy10 January 2011 at 22:43

    Ooooo lovely, can I join in for the last waltz please?
    Twiggy x

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  27. Julie10 January 2011 at 23:42

    Beautiful cheerful mosaics and what joyful poppies!

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  28. Penny10 January 2011 at 23:50

    All super gorgeous Thank You xox

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  29. Mrs A11 January 2011 at 00:25

    That is so wonderfully colourful, real eye candy! its rained here non stop the last couple of months so this is a real treat! thank you ! Cant wait for the next one !

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  30. Lina11 January 2011 at 02:23

    The rainbow mosaic is just fabulous - how can you not be cheered up by such brightness?!

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  31. .11 January 2011 at 02:26

    blimey charlie, i knew it was too good to last... i got one in at least and i'll try for the last one. happy new year petal x

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  32. Bella Bheag11 January 2011 at 03:32

    These are terrific! Would be great if I could master Flickr before your next contribution - not convinced I will be able to though....! BB

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  33. Louise11 January 2011 at 09:53

    Niiiiiiice! eyes much happier, I must say

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  34. The Coffee Lady11 January 2011 at 10:42

    I am feeling dizzy now. Like I just ate all those M&Ms.

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  35. SewHappyGeek11 January 2011 at 18:48

    Hey, I gave you a blog award, check it out if you get a minute!
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  36. home made gorgeous11 January 2011 at 21:30

    Beautiful! So lovely to see them all together like that they definitely have the feel good factor! Sarah x

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  37. Colette11 January 2011 at 23:56

    Wonderful, wonderful colour - cheering me up no end.
    I just awarded you a 'Stylish Blogger Award', pop over to my blog to see what to do if you fancy playing along.

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  38. mynestofyarnandbuttons12 January 2011 at 02:34

    Hi Emma, I gave you an Award! Check it out at my nest! Congratulations xo Robin

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  39. Thimbleanna12 January 2011 at 04:21

    Oooh, they're soooo beautiful Emma. Just look what you've started!!!

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  40. mandy12 January 2011 at 08:07

    I love splash of colour, thanks for thinking of it. : )

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  41. Anja12 January 2011 at 14:25

    They're beautiful, love the colours! And very pretty poppies!

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  42. Mrs Moog12 January 2011 at 18:39

    What a fabulous and much appreciated splash of colour! I love those rainbowy photos and especially those bright and cheerful crochet hooks - I may need some of those!

    xxx

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  43. Mamamotherlode13 January 2011 at 00:22

    I have to say your premise is correct. The bright colors do make for a happier day indeed.

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  44. Pipany13 January 2011 at 11:22

    I absolutely LOVE that poppy picture. it is just gorgeous.Definitley think bright colours help the dreary days x

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  45. Helen14 January 2011 at 10:04

    Thank you for putting the colour all together. The mosaics are amazing, just what happens when lots of people get together. I feel brighter already.

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