It’s late summer here and it’s been an odd one, so perhaps that’s why half of me wants to let it linger and the other half really wants to move on. As school starts (whatever that looks like), schedules change, summer flowers begin to fade, and the views from our windows begin to alter, our… Continue reading mid-week inspiration: late summer mood
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how to arrange sunflowers (because they can be divas)
We are in full sunflower season here. And while sunflowers are certainly show-stoppers and crowd-pleasers (think sunflower festivals), sometimes it’s hard to handle them. The sunflower is easy to grow from seed and glorious in a field or tucked in the back of a garden. But, as a cut flower she can look stunning one… Continue reading how to arrange sunflowers (because they can be divas)
mid-week flowers
Late summer climbing roses and sweet autumn clematis (that wandered over from my neighbor’s yard) in a small blue and white bowl. Afternoon therapy. I used chicken wire scrunched in a ball and some floral tape to hold it in place. But you can use anything you have around the house. Give it a try… Continue reading mid-week flowers
summer farm stand flower arrangement
A friend brought me flowers last week from a local farm stand. They came in a mason jar and they were perfect. I wanted some flowers for my dining room table (it hasn’t had any in so long!), something a bit fancier, but still light and airy and summery, so I went to the farm… Continue reading summer farm stand flower arrangement
summer tag sale: celebrate summer at home
Our very first Tag Sale starts today at Noon EST on Instagram. We set a summer table with some of our favorite pieces. Starting with soft florals, we mixed patterns and pretty accessories that reflect the season, and created our Summer Collection of affordable tabletop vintage and antique pieces. If you would like to purchase… Continue reading summer tag sale: celebrate summer at home
