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basket with huge bouquet of pink tulips

Beautiful Tulip Arrangements from Store Flowers

flowers, home decor January 9, 2021

Normally we associate tulips with springtime, but you might notice that your local florist or grocery store is already offering colorful blooms so you can create and enjoy tulip arrangements in your home.   Tulips are one of my favorite flowers (I think I say that about every flower) and I love adding them to…

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Bouquet of fall flowers in pumpkin. Autumn decor

9 Gorgeous Fall Flower Arrangement Ideas to Try

fall decorating, flowers September 16, 2020

One thing is certain about fall – no other season can boast its rich colors and cozy appeal. Step outside in the sunlight foliage and you’ll feel like the earth is giving you a big hug! Bring some of that splendor indoors with any of these gorgeous fall flower arrangement ideas.   A hollowed-out pumpkin…

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Late Summer Flower Arrangment of Dahlias

Create a Late Summer Flower Arrangement

flowers August 22, 2020

This past Sunday I was out in the cutting garden dead heading flowers and pulling weeds. The spectacular color of the zinnias, rudbeckia, and cosmos made me realize that now is the perfect time to create a late summer flower arrangement. Here’s 9 examples so you can be inspired to make one or more of…

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Pedestal planter with verbena and petunias against a teal colored wall.

Container Flower Garden Ideas for Summer

flowers, Gardening May 9, 2020

Last night we covered our plants outside due to a freeze warning. Today we’re heading to the nursery to buy more flowers for the yard. This is the stuff we deal with in Illinois. Regardless, I’m looking forward to summer gardening and thought I’d share container flower garden ideas to help inspire you with your…

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Pink Bouquet of Roses in Blue and White Striped Vase

9 Pink Bouquets for When You’re Feeling Blue

flowers April 9, 2020

I don’t know about you, but I love having flowers around when I’m feeling blue. I fill my yard with them every summer and during the colder months, I try to enjoy fresh arrangements from the store as much as possible. I’ve gathered together some pretty pink bouquets to cheer and inspire you to make…

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Spring Flower Arrangement with Pink and Yellow Tulips and Pink Carnations

Spring Flower Arrangement Ideas from Your Yard

flowers, spring March 5, 2020

Who has spring fever? I know I do! My daffodils are coming up which has me dreaming of spring flower arrangement ideas and using blooms from the yard to create them. So here’s a few ideas to set your wheels in motion for bringing a little bit of spring inside your home.   Tulips always…

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Sunflowers in a Country Kitchen Bay Window

Decorating with Sunflowers

flowers August 31, 2019

Yesterday I visited a U-pick flower farm and they had gorgeous sunflowers ready for snipping. This inspired me to think about how to use sunflowers in my home as fall decor to add a pop of color. Photo by AJ Margulis Interiors   There’s no denying the beauty of these cheery flowers. Their sunny petals…

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Cow Parsley Framing Stone Steps

Cow Parsley: My Newest Obsession

flowers, home decor May 31, 2019

Yes, you read that title right. I’m obsessed with a common weed that’s often confused with Queen Anne’s lace. Its lacy flower and fern-type leaves have stolen my heart and apparently I’m not alone. Cow parsley made several appearances in gardens at this year’s Chelsea Flower Show, too. Photo by Jonathan Snow Design   The…

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DIY Cabbage Flower Vase with Tulips and Roses

How to Make a Cabbage Flower Vase

crafts, DIY, flowers May 4, 2019

Finding the right vase for a flower arrangement can prove challenging. Why not make your own from a cabbage? You read that right – today I’m showing how to make a cabbage flower vase!   Today is the first Saturday of May which means it’s Cozy Living Saturday! I’m joining my friends to share ways…

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Tips for Growing Orchids Indoors

Yes, You Too Can Grow Orchids!

flowers, Gardening April 5, 2019

Contrary to popular opinion, orchids are fairly easy to grow once you know what they like. And if you’re the type of indoor gardener who forgets to water her plants, then the choice to grow orchids is perfect for you!   Watering Requirements Orchids don’t like wet feet and won’t live long if their roots…

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Martha's Flowers - how to garden, grow, and arrange

Martha’s Flowers: Book Giveaway

flowers, Gardening March 26, 2019

I’m determined to instill the love of gardening and all things green into my readers – even if it’s just a small leaflet of desire. Of course, many of you are avid gardeners both indoors and out! To celebrate the love of flower gardening, I’m giving away a copy of the book, Martha’s Flowers –…

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Farmhouse Style Roses in a White Enamel Pitcher

13 Ideas for Decorating with Store Bought Flowers

flowers January 9, 2019

It never fails. Shortly after a New Year begins I always find myself longing for my garden flowers. Although I prefer flowers from my garden beds, our cold Midwestern winters force me to settle for decorating with store bought flowers. Following are 13 ideas to turn store bought flowers into beautiful decorations for your home….

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Dahlias, Mums, Daisies, and Eucalyptus Create a Beautiful Fall Flower Arrangement

Make a Beautiful Silk Fall Flower Arrangement

crafts, DIY, fall decorating, flowers August 28, 2018

Do you love the fall season? The colors are so amazing and I couldn’t wait to make a beautiful silk fall flower arrangement for my home! Today I’m sharing the instructions for creating your own bouquet of posies in a basket! (This post contains affiliate links.)   First, let me give a shout-out to Krista…

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Cheery Summer Flowers in Mason Jars

19 Sweet Summer Flower Arrangements

flowers, Summer July 10, 2018

Summer is carefree and beautiful, with its riotous palette of flower colors all over the landscapes and fields. Put those pretty petals to good use with any of these 19 summer flower arrangements. Photo by Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs, Inc.   Clip flowers from the garden and tuck them in pretty decoupaged pots. I’ve…

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Easy DIY Summer Floral Wreath with Hydrangeas and Peonies

Easy DIY Summer Floral Wreath

crafts, DIY, flowers May 23, 2018

The first wreath I ever made was back when I belonged to the Geneva Young Mother’s Club. A local florist came to a club meeting for a hands-on tutorial. She said she liked my wreath but I wasn’t so sure. I’ve always envied people who can make pretty wreaths, and I think I finally figured…

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DIY Spring Flower Arrangement

DIY Spring Flower Arrangement

flowers, spring February 20, 2018

  Arranging flowers used to intimidate me, but not anymore. Look at fields of flowers and you’ll realize their appearance is haphazard. I used to feel like floral arrangements had to be perfect, but realize I was wrong. You can make a beautiful spring flower arrangement with just a few tips.   Today I’m joining…

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