August 16, 2013

A "Murder Of Crows"...And A Giveaway...


Did you know a gathering of crows is called
"A Murder Of Crows" ?

Crows are intelligent, very social 
and have a tight knit family.
Crows have one life long mate.

Crows use at least 250 different calls.
There are approximately 40+ species.

Crows roost in large numbers to protect themselves.

The term "Murder Of Crows"
reflects a time when groupings of animals 
had colorful / poetic names,
many based on old folk tales.

an "ostentation of peacocks"
a "parliament of owls"
a "knot of frogs or toads"
a "skulk of foxes"
a "charm of finches"
a "rafter of turkeys"
a "shiver of sharks"
a "smack of jellyfish"





Punch Needle Pattern

I have completed my handsome old crow.
Perfect for the Autumn season, don't you think ?

This Punch Needle Pattern design
measures approximately 6.5 in. x 8.25 in.
(16.51cm x 21.80cm)

For a chance to win this Pattern,
be a 'follower' of my blog 
and leave a comment on this post. ;)
I'll pick a winner on Wednesday, August 21.


Enjoy these last few weeks of summer...
Rose

~ A winner has been chosen ~
Congratulations to "Bonnie58" !