Wooly Memories…
For no reason whatsoever today, I was thinking about jumpers. They’re warm, they’re snuggly, and if you take care of them well, they can last you a lifetime.
Memories….and jumpers.
Nothing holds memories so warm and dear to me as jumpers. You probably call them pullovers or sweaters or cardigans, but to me they are wooly jumpers, just like the four legged friends who gave their Winter coats up for clever people to create them.
Years ago, whilst I was at law school in the Welsh valleys [along with aforementioned “jumpers” who were much bigger than I ever thought they were on TV, especially when running at you], my mum gave me what is now one of my most loved pieces of clothing – my granddad’s hand knitted cardigan. I wore it everywhere and now, years on, it holds memories of me, my mum and my grandad – very close to my heart.
There’s something very special about knitted items. I remember being so proud that I could buy my dad a real men’s cardigan – a golfing one – for his birthday when I was younger, because I knew he would cherish it, and more importantly, use it.
Even the mister, although he doesn’t buy one at any other time of the year, he has bought a different wooly jumper for each baby that’s been born for their newborn photoshoot. I know them all on sight and name them accordingly – the Wooly Jensen, Wooly Yotie [Lyoto] and Wooly Hero.
On reflection, I realise I admit I might have a slight obsession with buying them. My boys have a new set of Christmas woolies every year, and one for Bonfire night, Valentine’s day…and of course at Hallowe’en when they visit the pumpkin patch.
They’re the perfect gift for the men in my family, because they’re practical too. No hoarding away [as my dad has secretly been doing with his “box of treasures” that he’s collected over the years].
Jumpers – who knew?
Photographs Copyright Cristina Barton Photography
I have always thought of wool as such a luxurious item. I had a wool sweater when I was younger and it was SO warm.
those are priceless pictures for sure.. we never really had those kinds with our kids.. not sure exactly why. but terish those pics!
Oh my goodness! Those sheep are so precious. My daughter is an excellent knitter and is always making wool sweaters. I run way too hot to wear any of them, but she lives in Arizona and still wears them!
Aww. What gorgeous pictures! Your son is adorable, and I really thought those sheep were stuffed animals for a few seconds.
Ahhhh sounds fabulous!! I've always been a fan of whool since I'm a skier!! Keeps you nice and toasty on the slopes!
I've had and given as gifts the pieces of wool for warmth – and always wondered about those woolen cloaks that the Scott's always wore!
I love wool articles of clothing…you can't help but feel cozy and warm when you wear anything made of wool!
I don't have much in the way of wool. I'm not sure why really. It is very comfortable, very nice looking, just something I never bought for myself. Thank you for sharing.
Those photos were just precious! I grew up with wool coats and mittens in New Hampshire; they really do bring back some of my brst memories of childhood and good times with my dad.
aww very cute and priceless photos. We;re my family not having like your photos, you're both looks very lovable and looks very supportive on your own family. I'll consider this as my inspiring to make photo like this with my family.
These are some beautiful photos. I always found wool to be a bit itchy when I was growing up in NJ, so I can't say that I'm a fan 🙁
Sounds amazing! I love wool. I had a sweater or two when I was younger. Wish I could find them for my kids like that. Wool is so warm.
What amazing photos, you have a beautiful family. Pictures like this really inspire me to keep going and getting better at photography.
I have a love/hate relationship with wool. I love to work with it but for some reason it makes me itch when I wear it. So not fair.
I love the wooly sweaters and all….but my goodness your baby is so sweet! Smiling right at the camera and everything.
These are such amazing pictures! The new clothes look great and sound like they are really comfortable!
We used to wear jumpers when we were kids. Knitted items are comfortable to the skin and they keep the body warm.
Gorgeous photos!!! That’s such a scenery to take pictures in. Really love all your photos!!!
Your pictures are so precious! I love wool sweaters but never really get to use them because our winters are not very cold.
These are such cute pictures!! I really love how cute your baby looks! I am a sucker for baby pictures!
I haven't owned and a tried a wool sweater – I live in a tropical country so the weather is not so appropriate for it. But I do think wool sweaters are cozy and perfect for trips in cold countries. PS. Your photos are beautiful.
I have a wool sweater and it is my favorite out of all my sweaters. I love to cozy up on these cold days in my sweater.
My wool coat keeps me really warm and I love it. Gorgeous garments you three are wearing. Gorgeous photographs too.
Beautiful family. Gorgeous photos. The blacknose sheep are so adorable. They look like super fluffy stuffed animals!
That last picture is awesome. i love the look on your little one's face!!
I absolutely love the pictures. I wish we had taken more pictures of us together when my children were younger. You look so happy.
What a beautiful family and terrific photos. I love the clothing – the wool…so cuddly/cozy!
We love wool! Is there anything better to keep everyone warm and cozy throughout the Fall and Winter?
Amazing photos! And I just love everything with wool, so warm and comfortable!