December 24: A Blue Christmas
Pantone recently revealed the color of the year for 2020 – Classic Blue. I have to admit that my reaction was “meh”.
My first thought was why they’d pick a boring blue shade to kick off the decade, and an election year no less. While we may be sharply divided when it comes to politics, one thing everyone can agree on is that election years are miserable. Was Pantone trying to foretell our collective mood for the upcoming year? Is it also to be the year of the anti-depressant?
I then took a step back and thought of it from a different angle. While blue = depressing in my mind, it also conveys a feeling of calm, peace, and tranquility. Perhaps we all do need a dose of that for the upcoming year.
So to that end I wish everyone a very Blue Christmas and a Peaceful New Year!
It is truly a joy to share a bit of my world and inspiration with you each season. Thank you for reading, and be sure to stay tuned in the New Year. We have so many exciting things in the works!
I leave you today with a little Elvis:
Kathy Plummer
24.12.2019 at 00:40Not a huge fan of blue either unless mixed with some purples and pinks.. I agree that we can all use some calm, peace, and tranquility in the new year.
Barbara Kinney
24.12.2019 at 06:50Thank you for all your posts. I can tell that you put a lot of thought and energy into the last 24 days. I have really enjoyed reading all of them.
Mary Bourne
24.12.2019 at 08:11Thank you for another wonderful 24 days! Hope you & yours have a very merry Christmas. 🎄
Ellen McKenzie
24.12.2019 at 08:39It’s taken me a lifetime to make peace with the color blue (my birthstone is sapphire). I love the way you make the holiday fun for us—I’m in awe of your creativity. Thank you! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas! Peace and blessings to all.
Sarah Steele
24.12.2019 at 09:15Blue is my favorite! Just look at my knitting projects. Have a wonderful Christmas and New Year!
Sheri Blaylock
24.12.2019 at 09:22Keely, Merry Christmas! Thank you for all the inspiration, teaching, and great fun knitting. Can’t wait to see what 2020 brings!
Courtney Wilson
24.12.2019 at 09:50Merry Christmas Keely! Have a great holiday! I would love a tranquil new year.🎄🍾
Lesley Rodgers
24.12.2019 at 09:59Blue is always tranquil as it reminds me of the ocean, and the waves beating on the shore which is very relaxing, the sound of the water rolling back and forth on the shore. Have a wonderful Christmas Keely!
Tammy Adamson
24.12.2019 at 10:00Thank you for everything. I appreciate you so much. Loved the pics and stories as well. Have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Brandie Ferguson
24.12.2019 at 10:14Merry Christmas!
Judy Smith
24.12.2019 at 11:07A very merry Blue Christmas to all
Ana Johnson
24.12.2019 at 11:13Merry Christmas to you !!
Shawndalynn
24.12.2019 at 11:45Most of my family likes blue as you said it is a peaceful soothing color that goes with just about everything. After all blue skies look good with every color on earth right?
Marilee Camerer
24.12.2019 at 12:39Blues are beautifulđź’™
Merry Christmas to You❣️🙏🎄
Laura McMahan
24.12.2019 at 15:18Love the blues, Merry Knitmas to ALL!!
Linda Weston
24.12.2019 at 16:13It’s been a wonderful 24 Days of SWAK, as usual. I so enjoyed all the stories, recipes, product info, and giveaways. Wishing you a merry Christmas and some well-deserved rest!
Donna J Miller
24.12.2019 at 18:16Merry Christmas Keely! I LOVE ELVIS!!!
Patricia Riden
25.12.2019 at 02:25Thank you, Keely, for another wonderful 24 Days of SWAK. I thought this year was exceptional. I hope you and yours have the merriest of Christmases.
PS – Blue is my favorite color.
Ashley Lorenz
25.12.2019 at 07:54“PANTONE 19-4052 Classic Blue. Instilling calm, confidence, and connection, this enduring blue hue highlights our desire for a dependable and stable foundation on which to build as we cross the threshold into a new era.”
I’m going to focus on calm & confidence…I forgot to check yesterday & tell you thanks for everything, Merry Christmas!!!
Melissa Ryan
26.12.2019 at 09:02Happy holidays! And a merry second day of Christmas, knitting buddies! Many many thanks to Keely, our SWAK lady, kindly and generous of spirit!
Lena Dalke
30.11.2020 at 11:07When I see blue I think of eyes, the Oklahoma sky on a clear calm day or the ocean as far as the eye can see. For me blue is peaceful and calming.