An elegant bouquet in a chippy old enamelware pitcher is perfect in my book.
The sophisticated flowers juxtaposed against a simple, well used, homey container makes me smile.
A mixed bouquet from the Hubs withered away, all except these hearty mums.
I just trimmed them up and made a small arrangement in an old spice jar.
It adds some sunny, yellow cheer next to the kitchen sink.
We had a barbecue at our house this weekend.
Some queen anne's lace and some daisies in blue canning jars
were the centerpieces on our outdoor tables.
It only takes a few gerber daisies to brighten up the room.
Hoping these photos bring some cheer to your day,
like flowers in the house do to mine.
still following,
I think having cut flowers in the house have magical properties. They are some of my favorite things, and they make everything nicer, even when there's a giant mountain of laundry behind them. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree! They cheer the place up!
Deleteoh my gosh. Obviously I had to take a break mid comment to break up a superhero fight and grammar fell to the wayside. You know?
ReplyDeleteHa Ha! Those boys of yours crack me up!
DeleteLove all of these but my favorite is the Queen Anne's lace--just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI always think of Anne of Green Gables gathering the last of the summer's Queen Anne's lace with her bosom friend, Dianna. :)
DeleteBeautiful. Love the enamelware pitcher.
ReplyDeleteI love the old pitcher, too...I had to look for a long time before I found one that was affordable! I paid $10 for it.
DeleteYour flowers are all so lovely, and I love all the different containers you used for vases.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Thanks so much, Mary Alice!
DeleteHaving flowers in the house just makes everyday so much more beautiful. I have a collection of enamel ware too and just love it. Combining pieces with cut flowers is such a lovely look!
ReplyDeleteYes, flowers in enamelware is one of my favorites!
DeleteAlways enjoy your decorating style.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Susan!
DeleteOh Elizabeth, we are such kindred souls here. I just told my daughter about an hour ago that if I had unlimited resources, I would fill my home with fresh flowers. They don't have to be fancy, either. In fact, just like you I like the simple collection of simple flowers the best. I tried to grow more for picking this year, but they got rain weary.
ReplyDeleteI need to plant a cutting garden...except I am a very, very amateur gardener.
DeleteFlowers, flowers, everywhere! I love Queen Anne's Lace, but it doesn't grow here in southern CA. Thanks for sharing your lovely flowers. Have a blessed day, Elizabeth!
ReplyDeleteIt grows wild everywhere around here!
DeleteOh yes, these flowers DO cheer up my day! I love flowers in the house. I often break up bouquets as well and spread the joy to several rooms. I noticed this morning that I have surprise lilies in bloom (outside) and they make me smile. Thanks for sharing these, Elizabeth.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for popping in and commenting, Lisa!
DeleteI brought some stargazer lilies in last night and they're perfuming everything. God is so good to give us his beautiful, free gifts. Thanks for sharing this, Elizabeth.
ReplyDeleteStargazers are a showstopper, but can be a little overpowering in the smell department sometimes.
DeleteI love fresh flowers scattered throughout the house. That Queen Anne's lace is so pretty...I wish I could find some growing around here. xo
ReplyDeleteIt grows like weeds everywhere here!
DeleteSo beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThanks Barbie!
DeleteGirl, I am LOVING your house décor! Can you come decorate my house?
ReplyDeleteSure! That would be so fun!
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