Today’s tablescape is based on a deep maroon tablecloth and vintage china from the thrift store. I added snowflake place mats to the tablecloth. Read More
Tag: flowers
Red Roses in January
If you have visited before, you know I love flowers. Winter really is the perfect time to buy a bouquet. A bouquet of flowers adds so much life to the home when everything is dark and dreary.
Winter Decor Transition
We’re now in that awkward time when all the holidays are over. The tree, lights, and beautiful holiday decor are put away for another year. If you’re like me, it can all seem pretty blah about now. My family left last week after a long holiday visit and I am in high gear to refresh my decor. I usually like to stick with red in my January living room and dining area. Sometimes I use deeper shades of cranberry or maroon. This year I’m going with red in the living room and the deeper colors in the dining room. Read More
Orchid Time
It’s time to share more of my friend’s beautiful orchids which are now blooming. I’ve shared her lovely flowers in the past. See that post for information on growing tropical orchids. Not that I am any good at it. I’ve killed every orchid I’ve gotten, but my friend just has beautiful blooms. Some of them are in the house. Read More
Butterflies in Vera’s Garden
Two gorgeous butterflies visiting my friend Vera’s garden. First is the tiger swallowtail (I think).
Zinnias in the Garden
Zinnias are fast-growing plants and will bloom six to eight weeks after they are seeded. You can plant them all the way through July for blooms until frost. Plant seeds a few inches apart in rows or clumps in full sun. For more information, see How to Grow Zinnias, The Butterfly Magnets
Today let’s visit my friend’s garden with all her bright and cheerful zinnias.
Read MoreVisitor to a Friend’s Garden
My friend has a lovely garden. For the last week, a beautiful visitor has been there daily. She calls it her little pet. Read More
Heather’s June Garden
Photos and garden today courtesy of one of my favorite people, multi-talented Heather Murphy. Thank you!
Let’s take a stroll through the early June Michigan garden of my nephew and his lovely wife. She is so talented! (Slight editing and mosaics by yours-truly.) Read More