Tag Archives: minimalism

Bamboo Palm Minimalism …Floral Friday

Posted on March 10, 2023 by swabby429

The bamboo palm bush that lives in the bathroom was in dire need of pruning this week. It’s hard to keep up with the plant because it grows like a weed. I love the array of the narrow leaves on … Continue reading →

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Contempory 2022 …Floral Friday

Posted on December 30, 2022 by swabby429

For the last Floral Friday of 2022, I decided to end the year on a contemporary, minimalist note. This is a way to mellow out from the December holiday season hustle, bustle, and hype. Keeping solid colors and minimal floral … Continue reading →

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Simple Elegance …Floral Friday

Posted on July 23, 2021 by swabby429

Today’s projects are inspired by the minimalist vibe. Their styles are pared-down versions of more complex styles but the finished projects are not minimalist in the strictest form. The idea was to showcase a few unconventional glass vases while also … Continue reading →

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Dry Minimalism …Floral Friday

Posted on May 28, 2021 by swabby429

Today we have three extremely simple, easy, minimalist projects. You can follow along if you wish. I chose three basic, unadorned vases to keep the foundation pieces simple. I then brought out some dried stems and grasses that have been … Continue reading →

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New Experiments …Floral Friday

Posted on January 1, 2021 by swabby429

The very first Floral Friday ushers in 2021 with optimism for a good beginning this year. I selected three projects that evoke joy and clear vision. The unique containers draw the eye towards simple, clean arrangements. They are placed in … Continue reading →

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Simplicity

Posted on July 12, 2020 by swabby429

The sky was a pure, turquoise blue except where the Sun ruled the eternal dome. A soybean field that spread out over several acres, completed the visual effects. A chorus of meadowlarks trilled to provide the soundtrack for the composition. … Continue reading →

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Minimalist Metals …Floral Friday

Posted on July 21, 2017 by swabby429

In these uncertain times, minimalism has regained a foothold in our culture. Minimalism is popularly referred to as stark or stripped down to only the essentials. It is simplicity made manifest. This week, I used three simple, sturdy, metal containers … Continue reading →

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