Last week I was wanting something new and fresh for Easter and Spring; something that made a bit of a statement and that was fun and colorful. I was hoping (hopping) for a moss covered rabbit or something organic, so I headed to my favorite local wholesale-type floral shop to see what they had. I found this adorable black/white rabbit (made from some kind of grassy material) with a basket on his back. He was one of three styles of these cuties. Then I browsed their previously made floral arrangements and found an idea that I thought would work...
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Sunday, March 6, 2016
Sunday, March 3, 2013
The Skinny on Spring Wreaths
Each new season you'll find me fiddling with silk flowers and putting together wreaths, and this weekend I've been working on one for the front porch. But finding one that will fit is always a problem. Most of the time I just give up and go with a bunch of silk branches or flowers for the large wicker cone that's on the side of the front porch.
But last year we had an upset with some little finches that wanted to make a nest in the cone with my faux flowers. I thought I had managed to escape having to leave out green poinsettias until May...but no. They were all over that wonderful spot. So when I was able to hijack their plans, or so I thought, a nest of little eggs were dashed on the front porch concrete by accident. Well, birdie lover that I am, I felt horrible and realized that I would have to do better this next nesting season.
That meant NO WICKER CONE!!!!
(said in the tone of Mommie Dearest's "NO WIRE HANGERS!!")
Here's a pic from last Fall so you can see the problem;
Lovely nesting spot in the white cone to the left.
Please excuse the pumpkins,
but you can see what I mean.
...the perfect, out of the way, nesting spot.
You can also see my dilemma with my finding a wreath for the door. It's one of those glass storm doors, that only give you a few inches to work with. So if I put a wreath on the door, it has to be super skinny!
So, here's a better shot of my make-do creation,
hanging on a recent purchase from Pier 1.
That naughty Nita, made me go out and buy this...
Isn't this blackboard just so cute and scrolly?
I have plans for it on the sideboard in the hall after Easter.
OK, so back to my wreath dilemma...
I found a skimpy one in my stash, with white berries,
(Michael's for about 8 bucks)
which works for Christmas or Spring,
but it was too blah,
and needed something else...
like a twig or two of forsythia and a nest.
Just grabbed a few extra goodies from the flower bin and wired them on.
I think this may have saved the day.
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Labels:
birds,
chalkboard,
faux flowers,
front porch,
nests,
spring,
wreaths
Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Cozying Up the Back Porch for Late Fall
We're heading into my favorite time of the year. Late Fall's brilliant color, cool days, and cozy nights have always been the season that renews my mind and heart. I always enjoy the change of seasons; winter to spring is my next favorite time of the year. But the brilliance of the leaves in late fall paints a canvas that undeniably lifts me body, mind and soul.
Labels:
back porch,
fall,
fall naturals,
late fall,
potting bench
Saturday, May 9, 2015
Container Planting and Painting Styofoam Pots
Like most of you, I've been excited to finally get some outside work accomplished. Earlier this Spring we had our deck rebuilt. It was torn down to the studs and given a complete overhaul. This is the point that I can get really negative on the previous owners for neglecting an amazing 10 year old deck and landscape, but I won't do that. So instead I'll tell you how nice it is to have it mostly finished except for some painting we need to do under the floorboards, and how it's quickly becoming a comfortable place to relax and enjoy our beautiful back yard.
Labels:
deck,
flower containers,
flowers,
landscaping,
outside,
patio,
shrubs
Monday, March 29, 2021
Easter Celebrations at All About Home #85
Hi Friends, Welcome to the All About Home Link Party.
Thankyou for taking the time to come by
and share your week with us.
March is a busy month for Spring,
April will be here on Thursday
and Easter is this coming Sunday!
We're having some wonderful Spring Inspiration
and great ideas for your Easter celebration.
Labels:
All About Home,
April,
Easter,
March,
spring
Thursday, March 15, 2018
Hop Into Spring Blog Hop
Hi Everyone, I'm so glad you're here today to celebrate Spring and join us with our "Hop Into Spring" Home Tour. My good friend Amber from Follow the Yellow Brick Home has brought together a group of Bloggers who love to decorate their homes with the colors and warmth of the Spring Season. If you've come from Stacey at Poofing the Pillows, Hello and Welcome to Common Ground. I'm so glad you are here and following the Hop.
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