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Tres Animales …Floral Friday

Posted on May 6, 2022 by swabby429

While going through my seemingly endless supply of vases and planters, I noticed some mid 20th century ceramic critters. These have not been used since at least a few years, so the time had come to put them to use … Continue reading →

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Food Grade Pottery …Floral Friday

Posted on March 4, 2022 by swabby429

Today’s project containers can perform double duty, if necessary. Their main purpose was to serve beverages or treats. They also happen to be alternative floral devices. For folks who like to get more bang for the buck, these are idea … Continue reading →

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Muted …Floral Friday

Posted on February 25, 2022 by swabby429

Sometimes subtle, hushed tones are what most pleases the eye. This week has been one of those times for me. Simply laying low and mellow were what was needed. I brought out a few low-key vases that coordinate with pastel … Continue reading →

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Base Blue …Floral Friday

Posted on December 3, 2021 by swabby429

This might be an unpopular opinion: I get tired of the amount of red and green decorations at this time of year. Although I enjoy that combination year around in judicious doses, the red and green motif is way overdone … Continue reading →

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Small, Medium, and Large …Floral Friday

Posted on August 13, 2021 by swabby429

For Friday the 13th, I decided to take the safe route and not do any radical floral stylings. Hopefully, there is something for everyone here today. There are even three sizes from which to choose. Chrysanthemums and Peruvian lilies are … Continue reading →

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In The Pink …Floral Friday

Posted on July 30, 2021 by swabby429

I sometimes get inspiration from the most banal things. The other morning, while wiping down the cabinets in the bathroom, I noticed that a tiny bit of the white paint had worn away over the years. There was an inch-long … Continue reading →

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Basic Planters …Floral Friday

Posted on March 26, 2021 by swabby429

On a whim, I decided to bring out three mid 20th century planters this week. The idea was to create a some pleasant, long lasting room accents to replace several that needed dismantling. I’d also have a little fun in … Continue reading →

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