gardenrooms

Manzanita Beach

We spent the weekend at a lovely beach town on the west coast of Oregon. The sand was soft and white and the waves came in sets from the NW. The homes were cottage like and the surrounding trees majestic, a very picturesque environment. Here are some photos of our time there. Thank you Alison and Lawrence for lending us your comfortable cottage ! 

The Old Farm Gate

A first cousin of mine sadly passed away a little more than a week ago. One summer memory of mine that stands out of us when we were children is of gathering down by the 'old farm gate' near my grandfather's barn. The cows would come to drink water and we'd watch them from up close. Standing upon the gate was always a thing we'd do while the adults made icecream under the giant magnolia tree. As we became older our gatherings there would become more michevious, and my cousin could always be counted upon having concocted some funny antic to act out. He will be missed by all of us. Rest in Peace Kenneth Patrick. Hoping your Memorial Day was filled with family, friends and memories.

'the old farm gate' by currier & ives, a lithograph i've had for years..

 

Garden Party

Just finished a child's garden and they're having a party this weekend, happy birthday Issac !  Love this image I found of a fun outdoor party. Hope you all are having a good week, I'll be back soon with more gardenrooms ~ >

via mackapar ~ kalas.jpg 

Woodsman

I've been working nonstop lately but made time yesterday for a tuna salad at the woodsman. Their market deli is adorable and loaded with delectables, even flowers ! Must check out their resturant for brunch, they make beignets~ yum !

 

Celebrating the Soil

Popped into the grocery store yesterday evening and they were displaying the cutest 'little' bags of soil ever. Had to share photos with you all !

Courtyards

Working on a garden and looking through images of courtyards~ love these intimate outdoor gathering spots.

1. cote sud 2. my friend rand's garden 3.4.5. alison & lawrence's garden

Hydrangeas and Mothers

My passion for gardening definitely comes from my Father's family. We spent most of our childhood summers on a farm they aquired during the depression. Hard to wrap my mind around that actually. Working a farm and raising a family - wow ! They were amazing people though and there are many happy memories I recall centered around great people, great food and beautiful flowers. Hydrangeas are the first that come to mind when I think their garden. Some people aren't fond of them but my Grandmother had the most lovely shade of blue hydrangeas I've ever seen, and they resided outside her dining room windows in the afternoon shade. We would cut them for my room whenever I visited. I haven't been able to grow that particular shade of blue myself because of the acidity in our soil. However, when I do see blue hydrangeas I am always reminded of summertime & Margie Lee. Happiest of Mother's Day weekends to all of you.

 

Everything

I love everything about this photo.. the third time in Palace I finally asked if they would take a photo for me of it ! Enjoy ~

A Morning Walk

The day started out sunny, so I decided a walk was in order. I've been under the weather this week however I'm obcessed with my nieghbor's lily of the valley~  and needed to see them! Almost made it home before the rain began. Hope your weekend is wonderful. See you soon with more gardenrooms.

The Last 4 Days

Down to LA and back in four days..whew ! 

Nod to the Earth

Mother Earth~
I wanted to write an 'Ode" to the Earth but thought better of it. I'd have to write somethng lyrical about the majesty of nature and that would definitely take some time. For now, I'll share some photographs of 'Earth Day'. Hope your week is off to a good beginning. 

Hip & Girlie

We're planning a room for the girls to be comfortable in for the Summer months. They'll be out of school in June and hanging out some of the time with us. They're not 'little' girls anymore so trying to strike a balance between real girlie and hip is interesting (and there's a few of them to boot!). Here are some fun things I found over at Urban Outfitters.

How comfy does this look ? I can already imagine them hanging out like this. yay !

Warm and Tropical

Still a little rainy and cold here~ loving these images from cote sud & cote est. Yes please !

great himii bamboo!

Last Weekend

Good times last weekend, 1. garden show  2. baskets 3. flowering cherry 4. neighborhood bunnies 5. delicious Easter lunch with friends ~ cheers ! 

All Time Favorites

1. 2. 3. British edition Country Living mag. 4. Ralph Lauren Home. i never tire of looking at these photographs/rooms..

Garden Love

A gorgeous day in the Pacific Northwest today. Wishing you all a very happy Spring weekend. Still loving the garden inspiration I saw while out and about.

Monticello Garden & Home Show. 

Creative Space

I love how creative this family got with their outdoor space. The neighborhood has no yards to speak of but wonderful views of a preserve. It didn't stop this family from setting up a place to hang out in their driveway.  

This is Mill Valley CA folks !

A Budding Gardener

One of my best girlfriends sent these photos to me of her 'budding gardener'. I just had to share : ) Back today from California, such a good time there working for wonderful clients and seeing friends and family. Back next week with more gardens. In the meantime hope you all have a great weekend !

Could gardening be any more adorable ??