Chienbäse 2013 Liestal

On Sunday evening, February 17th, we attended a very special event in Liestal, close to Basel. It's part of the "Fasnacht" and it's called "Chienbäse". On the occasion they carry burning broomstick like "Chienbäse" through the old centre of Liestal, followed by rolling bonfires. They even pass through the city gate (which can not be seen in my pics). A totally crazy event! And very hot! Sparks flying everywhere:

on the left you can see somebody holding a stick with a "Cervelat" (swiss sausage) to be grilled

huge fire on wheels........

producing lots of heat & sparks......

hot, hotter, hottest.........
(is the sausage done yet?)

fireman having fun

Creative!

Some examples of my January/February polymer clay creations:

and this is an example of how some of it is done:

fimo, fimo and more fimo....

We DID have SOME snow this winter......

And somebody was really happy with it:

let's take a snow bath!

Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year to all!

so what...... I want to be part of the party!

We're still dreaming of a White Christmas.....

We're still dreaming of a White Christmas:

Thanks to Jacqueline for the picture!

The warmest Christmas Eve ever here in Wabern! At least as far as I can remember. Birds are singing like they normally do in Spring. I do expect the crocuses to blossom any day now. Oh well.....

Merry Christmas!!!

Getting ready for X-mas!

We're getting ready for X-mas! Snow's here, bulbs are in the tiny outside-xmas-tree, caramels & cookies are being made.....

Creative again.....

Did have some creative time again this week. Will be available for sale soon.......