The Good, The Great & The Ugly....
I can't believe it's been a week since I last blogged! The days are flying & I'm busy getting into work mode with garden clients & trying to keep up with the busy tutti chic boutique. So happy it's friday & that this weekend is mothers day. Hope you all get to be a bit spoiled on Sunday! Just thought I'd post some random things & thoughts to end out the week. First of all the good.....
Picked up this sweet cabinet yesterday on a buying trip! It was calling my name~just look at the fabulous chippy paint! happy mothers day to ME! LOL!
A quick dose of creamy white paint on the inside & some shelves & I've got a fabulous find!
The great.....
So honored to be featured in the June issue of Romantic Homes along with Lidy & Lisa two very talented bloggers with amazing blogs! The feature is called "BLOG ON" & is written by the talented Tara Frey. It's so exciting to be in this issue chock full of great articles & fabulous eye candy!
The Ugly....
Picked up this crown planter in my travels at a consignment store last weekend. While I love to wear red I don't really decorate with it (aside form a few accents here & there) I love the idea of a crown & anything that is french or european inspired especially used as a whimsical planter! I am going to paint it creamy white & sand it where the gold accents are to let the gold come thru & make it look vintage sweet! Love this idea & will put gorgeous summer annuals in it. I'll post a photo when done & planted!
So there you have it the good, the great & the ugly! Here are some random shots of things that are in bloom here in New England. My favorite is the lilac tree that my beloved grandmother (g.g.) started for me about 10 years ago from one of her lilac bushes. I cherish it & will think of a way to bring it with us if we ever move. (Yup the whole bush is coming!lol!)
Love this new rose bush I picked up! It's a quick climber & I just love the name! If you have a Lowes nearby make sure you check out this pretty pink climber!
Tons of lavender phlox all over the yard~LOVE IT!
One of my favorite summer annuals is the soft pink "new wave" petunias. They don't need to be deadheaded & get so thick & lush. I love watching them spill over garden walls and planters!
Look at the pretty bling I picked up the other day!
Last but not least....Have a wonderful, relaxing, love filled mothers day my dear blog friends!
Hi Chris,
Hey I've missed you this week. That cabinet is a wonderful find. I love it. The crown is very unique, never seen anything like it. I like unique and different things. I have been working around my yard area for the past couple days. Stop by and see what you think. I definitely don't have a green thumb but love to place flowers around the house. Happy Mothers Day to you also, may you have a blessed day and oh congrats on being in Romantic Homes, that is exciting.
Hugs,
LeAnn :)
Posted by: LeAnn | May 08, 2008 at 08:08 PM
Chris I love that cabinet - so sweet
Have a wonderful Mother's Day
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | May 09, 2008 at 05:34 AM
I just adore that cabinet, hmmm must go see where that little one of mine has got to now, you have inspired me!! And that Lilac is just SO beautiful, I love the thought that it has grown from a special cutting. Lovely pictures :0)
Alicia ~ time worn style
Posted by: Alicia | May 09, 2008 at 06:48 AM
Congratulations on the Romantic Home spot! I just adore the cabinet you found......perfect!
Posted by: Rosie's Whimsy | May 09, 2008 at 06:49 AM
Congrats on the feature in RH! I can't wait to see it, must be coming to me soon then. The cabinet made my heart skip a beat, that is just perfection! Loving the lilac, I bet it smells incredible!!! Have a lovely Mother's Day Chris!
Posted by: Natasha Burns | May 09, 2008 at 06:50 AM
I love your new cabinet!!
Beautiful photos!!
Have a wonderful weekend, and Mother's Day!
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | May 09, 2008 at 03:04 PM
Gorgeous blog! The flowers are beautiful...the thoughts the love for Lucy!!
I'll be back!
Thanks for the treat!
Posted by: Julie Hibbard | May 09, 2008 at 07:37 PM
Oooooohhhh .... that IS a GREAT cabinet!! and those flowers are GORGEOUS !!! (and thanks for the tip on the climbing rose at Lowe's and the new wave petunias ... I'm putting them on my shopping list!
Posted by: Mary Anne Drury | May 09, 2008 at 10:13 PM
Congratulations Chris!!!! So well deserved ... beautiful person, beautiful blog ... love all of your recent finds too! Have a wonderful weekend :~)
Posted by: Jen ~ Artful Dreamer | May 10, 2008 at 04:48 AM
It's all gorgeous Chris! I hope you have a Happy Mother's Day with your children!
XO
Brook
Posted by: Brooksie Cook | May 10, 2008 at 07:39 AM
Just found your blog and fell in love! I've added you to my favorite list.
I just adore your office! I've been wanting to redo my office and you have the look I wanted.
Where did you get your beautiful desk?
I'll be popping in daily now! Love your finds!
Posted by: Joanne | May 10, 2008 at 11:17 AM
Ummmm.......that cabinet has MY name on it too Tutts~lol!! Serious addiction to aqua going on here as well. Happy Mother's Day! ~XO~
Posted by: Janet (Shabbyfufu) | May 10, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Happy Mother's Day to my sweetest and dearest bloggy/internet friend on the planet!! Love you!~xo
Posted by: Tara | May 10, 2008 at 03:20 PM
Oh Chris!
How exciting about your article:)Looks soooooo pretty.
Love all your blooms too!
Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Happy Mother's Day!
KayEllen
Posted by: kayellen | May 10, 2008 at 03:31 PM
Oh Chris!
How exciting about your article:)Looks soooooo pretty.
Love all your blooms too!
Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Happy Mother's Day!
KayEllen
Posted by: kayellen | May 10, 2008 at 03:31 PM
Chris....Love your finds girl!!!
And your flowers & plants are sooo pretty!! I bet the smell is heavenly!!
Have a very Happy Mothers Day sweetie!!!
Hugs..
Deb:)
Posted by: DEBBIE GARRETT | May 10, 2008 at 04:15 PM
Chris ~
I love your treasures that you found !! I am loving all things crowns this year too :o) ~ the planted will look wonderful painted white and distressed ~
Ohhh my gosh, I am thrilled that you put that wave petunias don't need dead heading ~ nobody could answer that question for me for some reason, in the nurseries ~ I love petunias but when they get big you could spend your life getting off the dead blooms ~
Well I am off tomorrow for some wave petunias !
xoxo,
Lori
Posted by: Lori | May 10, 2008 at 05:52 PM
Just wanted to say how much I enjoy visiting your site. LOVE the cabinet....I don't think I could have passed it up! Have just started a blogsite, and it is such an encouragement to visit sites like yours that are like visiting an old friend!
the paper-rose.blogspot.com
Posted by: Brenda | May 11, 2008 at 03:26 PM
Hope you had a fabulous mothers day Chris!
Love your cabinet, GREAT FIND!!
Posted by: Monica | May 11, 2008 at 08:40 PM
Happy Mother's Day! Hope you had a wonderful day with your family.
blessings,
kari & kijsa
Posted by: kari & kijsa | May 11, 2008 at 09:28 PM
I hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day! I love your finds!
Smiles, Christine
Posted by: Christine Annette | May 12, 2008 at 07:12 AM
MORE fabulous goodies!! Love everything CHris. That cabient is gorgeous and the crowns are FAB!! I love crowns and tiaras :)
Hope you had a beautiful Mother's Day! If anyone deserves that, it is YOU!
Love you,
Amy
Posted by: Bunny Rose Cottage | May 12, 2008 at 08:15 AM
How cool that your crown is in the magazine! Hope you had a wonderful Mother's Day!
Sandyxox
Posted by: Sandy | May 12, 2008 at 05:01 PM
stopping by to say "howdy". the new cabinet looks nice, and will look nicer still with a new coat of paint and shabbiness. the crown planter will be nice also. love all the flowers in bloom in your area.
have a lovely day.
Posted by: Tina | May 13, 2008 at 05:48 PM
I was so happy to see you featured in Romantic Homes Chris! That is the perfect magazine for you to be in!
LOVE the painted chippy cabinet and can't wait to see that cute crown planter painted and planted!
xo
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio | May 14, 2008 at 10:22 AM