Why I Share Sunday Folklore
A New Tradition
Each Sunday since the start of February, I’ve been sharing a little piece of folklore or nature-lore on Instagram and Pinterest, along with my own photos taken on my wanderings - mostly through my local area here in Somerset, in the South West of England. It began as a small experiment – a way to pause, look more closely at the season around me, and share something gentle and rooted in the changing landscape.
Blackthorn Blossom against a bright March sky
I’ve always loved the old tales and sayings that capture how our ancestors saw the natural world, marking the rhythm of the year. These handed-down snippets often hold surprisingly accurate observations of the seasons – practical, sometimes vital knowledge, shared in a creative and poetic way. I’m really enjoying bringing together my love of nature and old stories in this small Sunday ritual. In turn, it’s making me notice the woods, fields and hedgerows I walk past every day with new eyes – and appreciate them more deeply.
Celandines flowering in the hedgerow
As fibre crafters, we often work with the cycles of nature without even thinking about it – but we are truly tied to the changing seasons. Sharing folklore and nature each Sunday has become a lovely way to explore those connections – between creativity, the land, and our crafting ancestors.
I hope these Sunday posts offer a moment of calm, rooted in the season – whether it’s an old saying about February weather, a story about an emerging flower, or a look at bees humming around early blossom. It’s already become a part of my week that I treasure. I’d love to invite you to pause on a Sunday morning and slow down with me.
Cornelian Cherry flowers heralding the spring
If you’ve been reading along with my Sunday Folklore posts, thank you – it’s been a joy to write them. And if you’re new, welcome! There’s a new post every Sunday, and I hope you’ll enjoy following the seasons with me as we craft our way through the year.
Early spring morning light on a woodland walk