5th and state

 

SPRING!

Well almost...... here in Chicagoland there is still snow on the ground and more on the way

What to do, when we are longing for warmth and 

brighter days?

FAUX FLOWERS!

YES, my favorites, good faux's that is

I can hear the groans, but wait, let's explore the options

This is our floral room at the shop. Because actual flowers are so fleeting, we can enhance and extend 

the season

Adoring spring branches, say Apple or Cherry blossoms, but loathing how quickly they fade, I make my own.

* First cutting real branches

* glue faux blossoms to the stems.....viola!

Finding geranium blossoms from another project I separated the blossoms and buds

These will last

Poppy's, Muscari and fresh moss in a bark vase

Tulips, Pansies, Poppies, Fritillaria, Lily of the Valley, fern and moss

Tulips, Muscari, Daffodil, Lettuce leaves and a little 

friend I brought back from England

Tulips, and Lilac

                        

The best faux's, as in these tulips, are called 'Real Touch', they feel and definitely look real. Particularly fond of using these outdoors in containers with live plants, extending the season

See what I mean? Faux underplanted with live pansies

                         Can you even tell?                               

All faux.....think of these as "bridge" plants, taking you from one season to the next

If you have followed me for any length of time, you are probably surprised to see me in this format. Of late, it has been more INSTAGRAM. But when asked by this group of uber talented woman & treasured friends, I can only say yes and be grateful they asked . 

Pease read these ladies posts on SPRING REFRESH!

Most Lovely Things

Cindy Hattersley Design

Classic Casual Home 

Northern California Style

Dimples and Tangles

                          With love

                            Debra