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23 June 2013

dogwood days of summer

I enjoyed a fabulous first weekend of summer with a stroll through Royal Botanical Gardens, and I was taken by the simple beauty of the dogwood. 


It inspired me to find ways to bring this summer stunner inside. 

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cupcakes!


How will you make the most of summer in your home? 



11 June 2013

real life colour inspiration: pink paradise

Everyone needs a little pink in their life, don't they? 


8 June 2013

green idea: repurposed DIY planters

There's nothing like the feeling that colourful spring flowers and greenery can bring. So why not display them in even prettier pots and vessels? When they are repurposed or DIY-ed it's even better! 

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painted terra cotta pots via
painted food jars via
painted glass dishware via

2 June 2013

green idea: repurposed ideas for outdoor beauty

Creating a lovely backyard to spend your summer days in doesn't have to be expensive if you get creative. Here are some outdoor repurposing projects for inspiration. 

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Mark Kintzel
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For more sustainable ideas for creating an inviting outdoor living space, check out this post.