Since we have now “officially” sprung forward, I thought I would re-publish these rare specimen printables. You may use, however you like in your decor, frames, crafts or however your imagination sees fit. Please know, that these images below were scanned by yours truly from the original books via 1919 & 1922. They…
Forcing Spring Branches
Pin It Is the anticipation starting to build? Are your eyes searching for the first signs of flower buds on your trees? Are you pulling up to your house & checking out the grass to see if it got any greener while you were away? Are you thinking of warmer days filled with pastel colored…
Happy Easter!
me – 2 years old Easter morning Wishing you all a day filled with lasting memories, pastel goodness, food a-plenty, blue skies, and a peace that passes all understanding. He is risen! Blessings to you all. Hello! I’m so glad you’re here & reading my posts! I’ve started truncating my posts, so please click over to read…
I’ve got the greener grass
6 years ago this week we drove up this road to see what house went with the newly placed For Sale sign out on the corner of the road. The house had been on the market for 3 days. Immediately after walking in this house, I had that powerful unquestionable feeling, I was in love. The…
rare book collection of botanical & butterfly printables
S.R. Gambrel – The Hamptons One of the things that always seems so seasonal appropriate this time of year, is decorating with botanical prints. It’s just Spring to me. Whether it be with a rare antique flower collection, displays of nature, or a specimen collection such as butterflies or cocoons. The look & feel of decorating…
How to grow your flowers & make them bloom the organic way!
Before, I spill the beans…I’ll just warn you that this post is full of organic crap. For the record, I am no master gardener. I have a multitude of weeds, the grass is literally always greener on the other side of our fence, & I’ve never won “Yard of the Month” – yet. But I…
Spring Fling ~ week 4
Spring officially arrived this week! Hallelujah! Welcome to the Spring Fling where anything Spring inspired is always welcome. DIY, decor, photography, gardening – etc. There’s also a second link for any etsy, big cartel or small handmade business to link up your latest Spring products. This week there’s a fabulous giveaway & discount code from~ She…
Spring at Blackberry Farm
Hello Lovelies! From one seasonal gal to all the others out there ~ Happy Spring! I couldn’t let this day go by without wishing you all bright sunshine & new glorious shades of green where ever you may be. I believe our entire house changes color in the Spring. It must be the reflection against all…
Around My Neighborhood Day 5 ~ Underneath Our Old Oak Tree
This is the tree where we tie a “Yellow Ribbon” around to welcome home a friend. Because it’s been 6 long years. Underneath this tree is where we got to start right where we left off. It’s where we will throw a small dinner party. Or throw a birthday party. Her tree trunk is large &…
Around My Neighborhood Day 4 ~ Colorful Pathways
We have the pleasure of looking at the prettiest pink Azalea bushes everyday. They are huge & A-mazing -& right across the street. I guess you believe me when I say, I open every window treatment first thing in the morning. This glorious colorful season just has a few days left. I’m trying to take it…