To think a few short weeks ago, we were just beginning to revel at the sights, scents and warmth of Summer. And now August is quickly approaching and making its carefree, hot and sultry mark. But let’s go back to those sweet days of June when Peonies of all varieties, were at their peak, bloom…
Floral Inspiration :: Greens & Whites for Any Season of the Year
Foraged Blooms || Where Old World Meets Wild Bohemian Autumn
Something has spellboundly come over me this Autumn…..the colors and textures of this season have been catching my eye like never before, calling my inspiration and filling me with joy. I was never one for this time of year. A true Spring and Summer lover, just the sight of leaves falling, lush green turning into…
Heirloom Gourds are the New Autumn
It’s October, you know what that means … it’s officially GOURD season!! Haven’t you noticed that these beautiful heirloom varieties of pumpkins and squashes, so unique and wildly picture perfect are what Autumn is all about. Move over classic orange Sugar Pies, and say Hello to decorating for the season with an array of stunners…
How To : Caring For Fresh Cut Flowers at Home & the Prettiest Colorful Floral Centerpiece DIY
The flowers are blooming! Gardens brimming with colorful pretties, summer gatherings, parties and festive weddings, this time of year being surrounded by fresh flowers is the norm, and one of my favorite things about it. It’s enviable we’ll be bringing fresh cut blooms into our homes this summer whether from the garden or leftover centerpiece…
Birthday Reflections
“Travel isn’t always pretty. It isn’t always comfortable. Sometimes it hurts, it even breaks your heart. But that’s okay. The journey changes you; it should change you. It leaves marks on your memory, on your consciousness, on your heart, and on your body. You take something with you. Hopefully, you leave something good behind…[and]…As you…
Welcoming Spring with Ranunculus & Roses
Hello Spring! Although you do not actually feel like it today, I know for sure that you are right around the corner. Even if winter weather is coming, I know in my heart that it will be winter’s last blast. The way the birds have been singing in the early morning, the sun’s warmth lingering…
Winter Decorating with Fresh Eucalyptus
Oh winter, we have a tumulus relationship it’s true. I can’t say I’ve grown to enjoy or accept this season, but I’ll accept my winter blues when the cold bitter rolls in, and the snow on its tail too. How do I overcome months of hibernation? By surrounding myself with plenty of things that bring…
Handmade Holiday : A Fragrant Natural DIY Wreath
Thanksgiving is a mere two days away, can you smell the apple pie! This year I’ve been on a roll, maybe because last year I couldn’t balance the surge of a newly busy business season along with actually enjoying the holidays. So this year, my creativity was buzzing months ago with lists of gift ideas…
Summer Reflections :: A Season of Growth
Well, it’s Autumn once again. How did we get here? I’m currently listening to Ella Fitzgerald and La La Land’s original music to get me through some serious seasonal blues. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed summer, it’s been probably one of my best. I mean of course there was Portugal, and I only showed you Lisboa, but…