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.
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.
Lou @ Little Green Shed says
Good sunny morning! Hey I spy two of my images! Yay! Thank you for showing them. Have a wonderful day. Lou x
harmony and rosie says
I think I feel the endorphins doing something, those photos look stunning together. Well done Emma! x
greenrabbitdesigns says
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
driftwood says
colour heaven x
Gina says
Gorgeous! It only seeems like yesterday that you started SOC – I can't believe there is only one left.
Maria says
Oooh yes i think it does, I am off with a spring in my step, totally fab 🙂
Menopausal musing says
This project has certainly helped to shift the winter blues! Beautiful images today, just beautiful.
Miriam Weaver says
It's worked Emma, I feel better!
Ali says
Yup, the colour magic works for me!
Planet Penny says
Zing! Thank you! xxx
Magic Bean says
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
The List Writer says
Oh I love all those big swathes of colour – but the rainbow one at the top most of all. Just lovely!
mrspao says
These have really brightened my day – hurrah!
Helen Philipps says
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
Madelief says
Hi Emma,
It helps cheering up a grey winter day in Holland!! Such a good idea!!
Lieve groet, Madelief
Madelief says
Hi Emma,
It helps cheering up a grey winter day in Holland!! Such a good idea!!
Lieve groet, Madelief
Madelief says
I forgot to say that I LOVE your bracelet! The combination of colours is perfect!!
Lieve groet, Madelief
Lynn says
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.)
urban craft says
with the dreary weather I have, I always appreciate more colour!
Itchin' Stitchin' says
Love all the happy colors! Here is hoping for an early spring – no more snow!
Locket Pocket says
What a confection of colour! Your SOC project has really been a big hit. Lucy xx
Catherine says
Yes! Works for me – both,they are stunning.
x c
summerfete says
Lovely:)
Hope you are all cheered by the colours!
xx
Jenevieve says
So pretty! I love the colours, definitely made my day brighter! 🙂 x
Dragonfly says
LOVE that first mosaic! I want crochet hooks like that!
Twiggy says
Ooooo lovely, can I join in for the last waltz please?
Twiggy x
Julie says
Beautiful cheerful mosaics and what joyful poppies!
Penelope says
All super gorgeous Thank You xox
Mrs A says
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 !
Lina says
The rainbow mosaic is just fabulous – how can you not be cheered up by such brightness?!
jus says
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
Bella Bheag says
These are terrific! Would be great if I could master Flickr before your next contribution – not convinced I will be able to though….! BB
Louise says
Niiiiiiice! eyes much happier, I must say
The Coffee Lady says
I am feeling dizzy now. Like I just ate all those M&Ms.
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home made gorgeous says
Beautiful! So lovely to see them all together like that they definitely have the feel good factor! Sarah x
Colette says
Wonderful, wonderful colour – cheering me up no end.
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Thimbleanna says
Oooh, they're soooo beautiful Emma. Just look what you've started!!!
mandy says
I love splash of colour, thanks for thinking of it. : )
Anja says
They're beautiful, love the colours! And very pretty poppies!
Moogsmum says
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
Mamamotherlode says
I have to say your premise is correct. The bright colors do make for a happier day indeed.
Pipany says
I absolutely LOVE that poppy picture. it is just gorgeous.Definitley think bright colours help the dreary days x
Helen says
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.