Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Sunflowers on the Sunporch

I'm counting down the days to September...


And I'm transitioning my decor to those early Fall textures and tones. Of course Sunflowers are my flower "du jour" for late August, as they have those wonderful muted colors of golds, greens, and browns that I love so much. My Summer flowers are starting to go, so before long, mums will be showing up on the deck and front porch.



I love having a seasonal wreath on the mirror which hangs on the old chippy door. It always sets the seasonal mood out here on the porch. This is one I've had for a couple of years, but I still love the colors and the "dried" sunflowers look so real.


It's been a slow week around here, since I've been restricted on driving until later this week.  But last week I had taken pics of the settee's new quilt "outfit" for Early Fall. (last week it was "Late Summer", this week it's "Early Fall") So I'm just now getting to show them too you.


Please ignore my messy drawers peeping through.



My ticking pillows are pretty much a staple out here no matter what the season. Their black stripe is so easy to mix with florals and plaids.


Faux Sunflowers in an old painted white wooden ice cream bucket.






My washed gray basket from last week.











A little Sunflower bouquet in a white ironstone pitcher.


My Hull apple things are still out, but come next week,
the pumpkins will arrive... yay.



Always love the colorful illustrations in this little flower guide from 1945.















and now a question...


do you remember this amazing Sunflower Head from two years ago?
I've been trying to find another large one like this for ages. This one still had too much moisture in it and it molded inside the cloche. It made me so upset that I hadn't realized it was happening, and now I cannot locate a source for another one. Does anyone out there grow these that I might purchase one from you? It doesn't have to be this big, but I would love to have another one, and cannot find one anywhere. Let me know if you do or know someplace I could find one. I loved this look!





OK...you guys are in for some fun this Thursday!! Since I was MIA last week, I'm dedicating Be Inspired to my 4 Year Anniversary Give Away. You have to wait, but be here with bells on, Thursday, because I have a Give Away for 2 lucky followers out here. I can guarantee you'll LOVE it!

House Party at No Minimalist Here
WOW us Wednesday at Savvy Southern Style
Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House
The Scoop at Cedar Hill Farm
Inspiration Gallery at Ella Claire
DIY by Design

love you bunches,

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

The Marketplace: Etsy and Online Boutique Showcase

Hi Everyone,  and Welcome to 
The Marketplace!







from Vintage 541




from Love Squared Designs




from The Zoe Bird




from Seaside Rose Creations






from Glass Bead Treasures



Today Leslie Janson is in the Sponsor Spotlight. You'll want to check out Leslie's fun new designs in her Etsy Shop. Grain Sack pillows and wonderful repurposed items into cuffs and necklaces are her specialty. Check her shop often, as she has new designs each week.















thanks so much, Leslie!

OK, time to link up to three of your individual items that you have for sale in your Etsy or Online Shops. You don't have to have a blog to join in, but if you do, it would be nice to have you grab the image below for somewhere on your blog sidebar, just to let your readers know about this shopping and selling venue. (certainly not mandatory) If you have a blog post about your items that's great too, just please only link up items that are FOR SALE. Remember, this link is open all week, so stop back by to check out new items being listed.


Thanks again, have a great week, and be sure to stay tuned this week for a fun Give Away to celebrate 4 years here at Common Ground. So glad you're here...

Happy Shopping!