tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91472670341435678172024-03-14T04:29:47.376-05:00Sweetwater Stylestyle/stīl/
Noun: A manner of doing something.
Here on Sweetwater Curve I always have a project going! I use creative ways to incorporate thrift and consignment store finds into my life. All it takes is a little creativity and an "I can do that" attitude. Come back often to check out my latest projects....then get going! You can do it too!Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.comBlogger604125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-62927930860720391072019-06-25T12:23:00.000-05:002019-06-25T12:23:00.829-05:00Crazy for Daisies!<br />
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This photo of the Sweetwater Daughter is one of my favorites.<br />
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This little flower is so abundant and cheerful.<br />
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<a href="https://sweetwaterstyle.blogspot.com/2015/07/how-to-hand-tie-daisy-bouquet.html" target="_blank">Click Here to read an old post and learn how to hand tie a daisy bouquet.</a><br />
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I did something a little different with my daisies this year.<br />
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The components are:<br />
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<b>Pachysandra</b>, a great ground cover and a wonderful base for low floral arrangements.<br />
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<b>Lady's Mantle</b>, a low mounding perennial with very pretty <span style="background-color: white;">chartreuse colored flowers in early summer.</span><br />
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The surprise is the fact that the container used here is actually a JELLO mold! I found white ceramic t one at the thrift store years ago.<br />
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It is the perfect way to arrange flowers around the outside of a candle.<br />
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If you aren't lucky enough to find a ceramic mold, look for molds that look like this....<br />
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You can easily use a bit of spray paint to pretty it up.<br />
I have seen people use these as a way to encircle the patio umbrella.<br />
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Speaking of JELLO......<br />
Take a gander at this jello salad from "The Joys of Jello".<br />
It absolutely strikes terror in my memories.....the only thing worse was when the whole thing got slathered with MAYO!<br />
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And last but not least...on the subject of Jello....<br />
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This is a wonderful read about the history of the family that invented and marketed our favorite guilty pleasure.<br />
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Have A Wonderful Day!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-38365666040267942912019-06-17T15:40:00.000-05:002019-06-17T15:40:52.793-05:00Peony Hack!<div style="text-align: center;">
It's finally time!</div>
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The peonies are blooming!</div>
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Okay...We admit to being just a little peony crazy around here.</div>
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Maybe 20 plants is a bit of overkill, but each one is special. <br />
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I love using peonies in arrangements.<br />
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I hate how quickly the blooms fade or fall apart.<br />
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I tried this little hack this year and am quite pleased with it.<br />
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The trick is to let the glass container support the blooms.<br />
That way the flowers stay together for a lot longer.<br />
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I love the way these colors are enhanced by the glass.<br />
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You may remember this vase from the arrangements of tulips using the same technique.<br />
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rose bowl is the perfect way to use the trick. The Coral Charm and
Yellow Garden Treasure blossoms are particularly prone to dropping
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These lasted for 4 days in the rose bowl.<br />
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I wrote a post a while ago about a way to keep some peonies in the refrigerator to extend the season.<br />
Read about that here: <a href="https://sweetwaterstyle.blogspot.com/2012/05/my-trick-for-extending-peony-season.html" target="_blank">How to Extend the Peony Season</a><br />
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I didn't feel that ambitious this year. Maybe it is because my plants are blooming later this year and when they are done, there will be lots of other garden blooms to enjoy.<br />
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Sweetwater Floral did the florals for a country wedding last weekend. The bride asked for an unstructured bouquet and some added texture with little succulents tucked in.<br />
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Not so much....it is actually more difficult to let the flowers cascade and flow than to tightly fit them together in the traditional nosegay!<br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;"><b><i>asymmetric:</i></b><span class="st"> adjective. not identical on both sides of a central line; lacking symmetry:</span></span></h3>
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This lovely Mother's Day arrangement was designed by Sweetwater Floral and delivered to a deserving Mother.</div>
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Over the next week and a half these extra arrangements have brightened up my house.</div>
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Now.....alas....as the roses and lilacs faded and drooped...they were removed.</div>
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The greenery (salal and ruscus) still look great.</div>
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The little white rice flowers dried up, but still look nice.</div>
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I decided to make a bunch of tiny little arrangements to use the salvaged blooms.</div>
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The first step was to find some mini vases.<br />
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I did some pre-emptive trimming of the bedding plants. I know if I do this, it will encourage these flowers to branch out and set more blooms.</div>
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Now the fun begins.</div>
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These mini bouquets in mini vases don't need floral foam or frogs. The greenery supports the stems.</div>
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Hard to believe that all seven of these little mini vases were created with old flowers and a few garden blooms.<br />
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A simple bunch of carnations in a round dollar store vase can have a lot of impact for around $5.00. </div>
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Would you believe that this is just a basic dollar store cylinder? Yup....with a couple of bands of gold "duct" tape...they look pretty elegant. The bands of "gold" also hide the stems.</div>
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I collect off-white and white Haeger and McCoy interspersed with some IKEA!!!<br />
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<b>My all time favorite containers are these silverplate loving cups. The urn shape makes them easy to use to arrange flowers. They are also the perfect size for a 6 inch flowering plant. There is something so elegant about the shape...and who doesn't love silver? I found all THREE of my silver urns at the thrift shop. </b></div>
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There you have it....all about the vase!<br />
Hope you buy some flowers and arrange them today!<br />
Trust me...it will make your day!<br />
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Alstromoeria are Awesome!</div>
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Amazing.... they last almost forever!</div>
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I used Alstroemeria and some greens to create this flower arrangement for way less than $10.<br />
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Alstroemeria bunches were a great deal last week. A big bunch for $3.99.<br />
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Alstroemeria really do last a long time as cut flowers.<br />
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Here is that same arrangement after a week. The only visible difference is that the water is a little cloudy.<br />
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Then......a couple of days ago.....I used the stems to fill in this arrangement!<br />
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Even after 10 days these flowers still looked strong.<br />
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The new cut will probably prolong their life for another 5 days!<br />
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Alstroemeria is also known as Peruvian Lily or Lily of the Incas. They really do look like clusters of little lillies. I think they also look a bit like orchids.<br />
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They come in so many colors.<br />
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These tips will help you make your Alstroemeria last as long as possible:<br />
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<li>Remove any leaves that will be below the water line.</li>
<li>It is best to hold the stems under water when you cut them to the length you want. USe a sharp knife. </li>
<li>Use a floral preservative in the water. (Most floral bunches come with a packet)</li>
<li>If you have time, condition the flowers in a warm preservative solution for a couple of hours before you arrange them.</li>
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That’s all there is to it.<br />
I hope you grab a bunch of Alstroemeria the next time you need a "flower fix"!<br />
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The weather outside is frightful.....yes....3 days of snow in APRIL!<br />
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Tulips to the rescue!<br />
I can't think of a better antidote to the white landscape than a bunch of colorful tulips!<br />
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I want to show you how I have been using tulips to bring Spring into the decor around here.<br />
Then....read on to learn some fun facts about how to care for your cut tulips. <br />
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Tulips are readily available in just about every grocery store flower department!<br />
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Tulips are reasonably priced!<br />
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Right now, you can buy a bunch of 10 tulips at Trader Joe's for 4.99!<br />
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Look at how I used that one FIVE BUCK CHUCK bunch of flowers here at Sweetwater.</div>
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I put some white stones from the dollar store in the bottom of a clear vase with tall straight sides.<br />
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I added a couple of inches of water mixed with floral preservative.<br />
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The tulips are cut at various heights and arranged so they are supported by the glass.<br />
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This arrangement used five tulips....so there were five others to use.<br />
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The green vase has floral foam in the bottom.<br />
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The hydrangeas are "faux"....no worries about them drooping!<br />
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The floral foam allows the tulips to be arranged in a radiating form.<br />
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Add a few bunnies....<br />
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Sweetwater Floral was asked to create 50 centerpieces for an education conference this week.<br />
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We wanted to keep the cost down and still provide something with visual impact.<br />
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Look at these variations of the same theme! I love the way the vases support the stems to keep them from falling over. <br />
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I know this has inspired you to head to the store and buy yourself some tulips.<br />
Here are some things you should know so they last as long as possible!<br />
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<li>Did you know that tulips continue to grow after they are cut? Crazy....but true. Don't be surprised if those tulips keep stretching as much as 2 inches. </li>
<li>Buy tulips that are tightly closed and keep them in the dark and in cold water until you are ready to arrange them.</li>
<li>As with any cut flower, you need to recut the stem at an angle when you are ready to arrange them.</li>
<li>Avoid placing tulips in direct sunlight or near heat. Tulips will grow toward
sunlight and may bend a little when doing so. They are okay in indirect
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<li>Don't mix tulips with cut daffodils. Daffodils have a sap that clogs the water uptake of other flowers.</li>
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Thinks that sound interesting and might be worth trying:<br />
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<li>I read that when your tulips get droopy you can stick a pin through the throat (top of the stem) to make a hole that will release any air trapped in the stem.</li>
<li>I guess you can recut the stems of your tulips after a few days. Take them out of the water and recut on the diagonal. Wrap the whole bunch in a cone shaped paper and put them in water for an hour or so.</li>
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Oh....and about tiptoeing through the tulips....<br />
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Here I am almost 20 years ago doing just that!<br />
We visited the famous <span class="st">Keukenhof Gardens in the Netherlands. </span><br />
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Now that is a way to get your tulip fix that I highly recommend!<br />
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Whether it is creating little bouquets for around the house or full on wedding
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I realize that some of my favorite posts are about arranging flowers and
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The revamped Sweetwater Style will be mostly about flowers! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman";">I am sure to add other things as I go
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You all know how much I love fresh cut flowers!<br />
The whole idea of our little Sweetwater Floral business is about fresh flowers on a budget!<br />
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Lately there seems to be a lot of buzz out there about using permanent botanicals.<br />
Permanent botanicals have come a long way from the plastic posies that we love to hate!<br />
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White Hydrangea with real and artificial greens.</div>
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The purple Hydrangea blooms mimic the way real ones dry.</div>
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I added real greens here too.</div>
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The close up of the tulips show them up for what they are....not so wonderful as a centerpiece.</div>
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BUT....tucked in a corner and arranged to mimic the way real tulips fall over....they look better.<br />
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When one of our brides wanted peonies in her bouquet....in NOVEMBER....</div>
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we used a couple fabulous faux blooms that had a lot more staying power than the real thing.</div>
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I would have to say....stunning!</div>
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These artificial blooms can be found at thrift stores and craft stores like Michaels and Hobby Lobby. When you look at the thrift store blooms you need to keep an open mind. Those aubergine hydrangea were part of a god awful arrangement that I took apart. Keep and eye out for greenery too.<br />
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Stores like Home Goods and Pottery Barn sell very realistic arrangements. You will pay dearly for them but it may be worth it. Watch the sales at Wayfair and Joss & Main too.<br />
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HINT: Take a look at how these expensive arrangements are done. Then you can copy them with your own cheaper versions.<br />
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And then there are fake plants! They have always had the worst reputations. I always think about them tucked way up high on a shelf gathering dust. I have been noticing lots of permanent greens all over.....Target, Pottery Barn, IKEA.....<br />
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I got these gorgeous Monstera leaves in the Target clearance aisle.</div>
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I scored a "grab bag" of succulents at the thrift store.</div>
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This little succulent garden could certainly fool you into thinking it was real.</div>
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My live succulents never do very well indoors....so this is a nice way to have the look.</div>
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The Dollar Store is a great source for mini succulents.</div>
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I know that I will never "<i>really" </i>be satisfied with only using permanent botanicals ....no matter how fancy the name sounds.<br />
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I learned some tips and tricks while I was doing my research or this post.<br />
If you decide to go the FAUX route, you might want to check out these links.<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.hgtv.com/design-blog/design/designer-confession--i-use-faux-plants-and-here-s-why" target="_blank">Confessions of a Faux Plant Lover</a> </li>
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<li><a href="https://www.petals.com/" target="_blank">Petals.com </a></li>
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I don't expect that I will be moving to the DARK side and using permanent botanicals more often than real ones. There is something so decadent about gathering an armful of blooms at the grocery store or florist. And hey....everyone needs at least ONE vice!<br />
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I will however keep my mind (and eyes) open for ways to use the permanent flora around Sweetwater.<br />
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Oh...one last and very important tip: Be sure to remove the tags on your purchased greens!<br />
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Every one has them. In fact, I dare you to take a count of the throw pillows in your house!!!<br />
I don't just have pillows on the furniture....I have pillows in the closets waiting to take their turn in whatever decor scheme suits my fancy. <br />
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A trip down the pillow aisle of almost any home decor store is pure temptation for me.<br />
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A pillow is affordable.....<br />
A pillow is not a forever commitment like a piece of furniture.....<br />
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There is always the dilemma of how many pillows I should have out at one time.<br />
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If this is your dilemma too....I did a little internet searching and found these articles to be really helpful.<br />
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<a href="https://www.kristinawolfdesign.com/how-many-throw-pillows-is-too-many/" target="_blank">How Many Throw Pillows Is Too Many?</a><br />
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<a href="https://www.drivenbydecor.com/what-size-how-choose-arrange-throw-pillows/" target="_blank">Pillows 101: How to Choose & Arrange Throw Pillows</a></div>
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<a href="https://www.ballarddesigns.com/howtodecorate/2015/07/guide-to-choosing-throw-pillows/" target="_blank">Guide to Choosing Throw Pillows </a><br />
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Now...on to the latest pillow project at Sweetwater.<br />
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The rustic, Nordic theme in the living room needed to change once the holidays were over.<br />
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Somehow....I never got a picture of the living room decorated for the holidays....go figure.<br />
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This is the best shot I could find....but note the red plaid pillow and the Swedish hanging over the couch.<br />
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Anyway....the lumbar pillows on the two accent chairs needed to lose the red and beige linen stripe.<br />
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When I went to put the old turquoise covers back on the pillows....I realized that they looked pretty shabby!<br />
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Goody...a chance to go to the pillow aisle at HomeGoods!<br />
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There were literally hundreds of pillows to choose from....<br />
There were literally hundreds of pillows that I DID NOT LIKE!<br />
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I spied this lovely nubby blue and white checked throw.<br />
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The price was right at 16.99<br />
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The fringe along both sides looked like those fancy fringed pillows that I like so much.<br />
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HMMMMMM!!! This throw could easily become the new pillow covers!<br />
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The process was pretty darn simple.<br />
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I put the insert on top of the throw to determine the width of the pillow.<br />
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It turned out that the throw was exactly twice the width....so by cutting it in half lengthwise I could make both pillows.<br />
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I wrapped the throw around with an overlap and cut that to length.<br />
I was able to have the fringe be the bottom of the wrap.<br />
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Here is a tutorial for making an envelope pillow. <a href="https://www.homestoriesatoz.com/decorating/easiest-envelope-pillow-cover-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Home Stories A to Z Pillow Tutorial</a><br />
This is a technique that is worth learning!!!!<br />
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And now for the reveal!!! <br />
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Wow....2 pillow covers for $16.99 and I still have enough of the throw left to make something else.<br />
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I thought this survey was pretty interesting because I always struggle with when to take down "Christmas"!<br />
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I love all the glitz and sheen and red and green.<br />
But as soon as the big day is over.....it starts to feel cluttered.<br />
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When we entertain between Christmas and New Year's Day it is easy to make the case for leaving things looking festive.<br />
Since we have no parties planned this week. I am starting to get twitchy about taking things down and getting it packed away.<br />
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One strategy to use when "undecorating" is to ease out of full on holiday into a comfy cozy winter look.<br />
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You can actually leave a lot of the holiday decor items out and achieve that look just by tweaking things a bit.<br />
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Here is a list of the "stuff" NOT to put away.<br />
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<b> Pine Cones</b><br />
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The natural look of pine cones make them perfect for your woodsy, cozy theme. Tuck them into a big basket. Tuck in some realistic looking artificial pine branches and a few white or silver orbs to complete the look. <br />
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<b>Branches</b><br />
The birch in the porch pots look nice all winter. Why not replicate that indoors? Chunky birch sections can be placed on a bookshelf or mantle. Skinny birch looks great in a vase with some greenery and flowers.<br />
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All those branches and twigs that looked so
wonderful in you holiday arrangements can be turned into minimalist
natural decor. Curly willow, red dogwood, skinny birch all work this
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<b>Antlers</b><br />
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If you have access to antlers, they make a great accent in baskets or on a shelf. Mixed with pine cones and greenery<b>. </b>This is my next craft project! Yarn wrapped antlers just make me smile!<br /><b></b><br />
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<b>Cozy Throws</b><br />
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Layering throws on sofas and chairs is an inexpensive way to add color. Those throws also invite you to curl up and enjoy some down time after the flurry of activity of the holidays.<b><br /></b><br />
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</b>I will bet that most of your candles are white or off white. Put away the obvious holiday themed items and find a way to use your neutral candles in a new way. <br />
Those battery powered twinkle lights can continue to add sparkle around your house. This time of year it is dark when I get up and dark by 4:30 in the afternoon. A little twinkling can be mood changer.<br />
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Those Pointsettias can still work as lovely accents if they are off white or if red is a color that works in your decor.<b> </b>Take them out of the holiday foil and get rid of the cute little ribbons. Find a ceramic pot or even bunch them together with some other plants. They will last as long as you remember to keep them watered. (Note to self: keep them watered.) <br />
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<b>Holiday Themed Family Photos</b><br />
Take a minute to have some of those amazing holiday snapshots printed. The deals for photo prints make this a particularly good bargain this time of year. Frame them in simple frames or display on a chalkboard. Seeing those reminders of the holidays is a great way to extend the season without leaving the tree up until February.<br />
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<b>Winter Birds</b><br />
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Hey, if the Amaryllis bulbs are still blooming for real, then this Amaryllis tea towel can still "hang" around for a few weeks. <br />
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This "permanent botanical" seeded Eucalyptus I scored at the thrift store looks nice and wintery with some glass winterberries which were another thrift store find.<br />
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This year I am gradually "undecorating" instead of big marathon undertaking. That means a big mess in the storage area while I gather and put away. My goal is to do a lot(or little) weeding out as I go. It always seems so hard to part with holiday decor even if I don't use it all each year. <br />
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Have A Great Day!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-83942652269819296462018-11-29T07:02:00.000-06:002018-11-29T07:02:55.729-06:00Holiday Decor Series: Bows Bows and More Bows!I have been on a pretty long blogging break.<br />
Yikes....I haven't posted since Halloween and now we are deep into the Holiday Season!<br />
I don't have any real good excuse for this....I am sort of rethinking and want to revamp the blog.<br />
I guess that will be my project for the new year.<br />
In the meantime.....<br />
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I will share some of my old favorite Holiday Decor on a Budget posts from years past.<br />
So with a nod to Charles Dickens I present for you...<br />
NOT the of GHOSTS of Christmas Past.....These are POSTS of Christmas Past!<br />
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Let's start with those BOWS...because it really is all about those BOWS!</div>
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pretty much put a bow on EVERYTHING....and knowing the tricks to making these lovelies will save you money <i>and</i> add a bit of "class" to your decor.<br />
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Tooo funny....I was looking for pictures of pretty bows to add to this post and I found this site:<br />
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You can buy a pre-made bow like this for a mere $6.75....or go wild and buy 12 for $72.00!<br />
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It always amazes me that people really buy stuff like that....go figure!<br />
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Here is mine using the Costco ribbon!<br />
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Now....you do the math!<br />
$8.00 for 50 yards of ribbon.....2 yards per bow.....hmmmmmm!<br />
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I love Costco for lots of things....but I REALLY love their wire edged ribbon! <br />
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<b>$7.99 for 50 yards of beautiful wired ribbon!</b><br />
Beautiful ribbons....and with 50 yards there are no worries about running out.<br />
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It takes a long time to use up 50 yards of ribbon so my "stash" is growing.<br />
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We use these ribbons for our annual Boughs, Bows and Beverages events here at Sweetwater....so it is really a good investment (says the woman trying to rationalize her ribbon fetish)!<br />
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<a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084aaca82aa3fa7-bows" target="_blank">Read about Boughs, Bows and Beverages here.</a><br />
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There are lots of places to get ribbon.....and lots of sales this time of year. <br />
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It is also a great idea to save your bows from year to year. <br />
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It is now time to get your BOW on! <br />
There are some links to bow making tutorials at the end of the post....written by actual posters who excel at writing tutorials.<br />
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Here is my poor attempt to show you how I make a pretty....professional looking bow.<br />
Warning: holding the ribbon, the wire, and taking pictures.....now THAT was a trick!<br />
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Leave the ribbon attached to the spool and pull out about a yard.....<br />
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This bow has 5 loops on one side and 6 loops on the other.....<br />
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Then start pulling the loops up and twisting them into a pretty shaped bow.<br />
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<a href="http://www.save-on-crafts.com/howtomakebows.html">Directions for lots of fancy bows </a><br />
<a href="https://youtu.be/vJjw5kMr9X8" target="_blank">Michael's Tutorial</a><br />
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We have been traveling for a week or so.....<br />
It seemed too soon to decorate for Halloween before we left, but now it is only 2 weeks away.<br />
I don't do a lot of crazy Halloween decor any more. We never were the people who filled the yard with gravestones and ghosts.<br />
I do like to do a few things that pay homage to the season.<br />
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This is one of my favorites!<br />
I love fairy gardens.....and this one can be enjoyed in the warm comfort of indoors!<br />
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AND....almost every component is a thrift store find.<br />
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You can create your own "Scary Fairy Garden" or "Ghostly Gnome Home".<br />
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<li>A large box or basket- this is a wine box/tray that I found at Goodwill. The aisle with baskets and wood always have great things for good prices.</li>
<li>Ceramic houses that are usually in the Christmas decor section at the thrift store. I painted them with craft paint to look spooky.</li>
<li>Small pumpkins are always available at the dollar store.</li>
<li>Little ceramic ghosts can be sourced at the thrift store. You probably have some in your holiday stash.</li>
<li>The stone "courtyard" is a piece of tile on mesh that we found at the tile store. A little moss tucked in is a nice addition.</li>
<li>The "tree" is some curly willow that is tied together. A branch from the yard would work well.</li>
<li>I added some battery powered twinkle lights wound around the branches.</li>
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Just my Sweetwater Style!<br />
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The temps are going to hit 90 degrees today.....thoughts of sweaters, boots, and pumpkin flavored food makes NO SENSE!<br />
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Why is it that people seem to get euphoric over the fact that Autumn is upon us?<br />
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<i>I imagine</i> that if you have been trying to manage the schedules of a bunch of kids on summer break, the idea that the school system will take over is NOT a bad thing! That is a good reason to say Hurrah Fall.<br />
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<i>I imagine </i>if you live in a place where the temperatures and humidity are oppressive for many days in the summer, the arrival of cooler days is NOT a bad thing.<br />
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But....for me....no kids to wrangle any longer....and living in a state where Autumn can mean SNOW....I am not so quick to jump on the pumpkin wagon!<br />
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I LOVE summer!!! Let me repeat...I LOVE SUMMER!<br />
Alas...there is not much I can do to stop the calendar pages from turning.<br />
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This year I decided to make the transition SLOWLY!<br />
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I am slowly packing away the summer decor around here and putting out some touches of the Autumn season.<br />
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I stitched up some new covers for the chairs in the family room. They are quite a bit more fall like than the turquoise and blue ones that were there before.<br />
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Away went the starfish and beach scenes by the fireplace.<br />
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I used a photo editing app to turn this fall photo into a watercolor look.<br />
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The coffee table arrangemen is just some spheres with interesting textures and cotton bolls. Nothing a Grand can't touch and explore!<br />
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The baker's rack has autumn tones with the copper items. <br />
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The bowls are filled with some artificial produce.....yup...I am turning into that dotty old woman with WAXED FRUIT! <br />
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The wreath on the front steps lost the patriotic red, white, and blue. Sunflowers and dried grasses have a nice transitional look. I even broke down and added a couple of scarecrows and pumpkins.<br />
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It is supposed to stay really warm around here for a few more days...<br />
And just so you know.....I am still wearing my WHITE JEANS....2 weeks after Labor Day...So There!<br />
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Summer "Ain't" over until I decide it is over!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-53287002014742282852018-08-29T08:25:00.001-05:002018-08-29T08:25:28.924-05:00These Chairs Have History!You know the old saying, "everything old is new again"?<br />
The idea that mid-century modern furniture is uber popular kind of makes me smile.<br />
You know....that stuff we thought looked so tacky in our parent's living rooms.....??<br />
That is the stuff our kids lust after at Wayfair and West Elm. <br />
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Look at these chairs!<br />
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They may not have quite the same "fancy-ness" as the West Elm or Overstock versions, but they have something that I like even better!<br />
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One of the chairs actually came from Coffman Memorial Union at the U of M!<br />
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It was given to us by a friend who somehow "liberated" it sometime in the late 1960's! <br />
I have fond memories pulling a couple of these chairs
together to take a study break while I waited between classes. So when we had the chance to have one to furnish our apartment, we jumped at the chance.<br />
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Through the years, the single chair got lots of makeovers. New cushion covers and even a coat of white paint. I was never able to discard it....but always tucked it in the corner.<br />
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The other chair doesn't have quite as clear a provenance. It was a streetside rescue.....saved by the Sweetwater Daughter a couple of decades later!<br />
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It only made sense that our old chair would join the "new chair" in her house...<br />
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She found some new chairs and wondered what to do with these treasures...<br />
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I knew!<br />
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This really nice faux leather was perfect. Maybe I should call it VEGAN leather?<br />
Anyway....the color was perfect and it would also solve the problem of cat hair on the cushions when company comes. Just a quick wipe and even people wearing black can sit on them.<br />
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The project of recovering them was a combination of wrapping and sewing. This is one of those times when a "tutorial" doesn't make sense. Every chair project is different. My advice to you if you want to try something like this....just start! Worst case....you can take it to a "real" upholstery shop.<br />
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I think these were worth the effort!<br />
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Now...when people lust over "vintage" furniture...I can smile and know I have the real deal in the living room<br />
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In case you were wondering about the difference between antique, vintage and retro, read on!<br />
Here is what the good folks over at <a href="https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/age-defining-an-130615" target="_blank">Apartment Therapy</a> have to say!<br />
OFFICIAL DEFINITIONS:<br />
<b>What is antique?</b><br />
According to <a href="http://www.merriam-webster.com/">Merriam Webster</a>, an antique is "<i>a relic or object of ancient times</i>" or "<i>a work of art, piece of furniture, or decorative object made at an earlier period and <b>according to various customs laws at least 100 years ago</b></i>." <a href="http://www.rubylane.com/">Ruby Lane</a>, an online marketplace of independent antique and collectible shops, offers a similar definition, explaining, "<i>Most
authorities consider the actual definition of the term 'antique' to
mean an age of at least 100 years. If an item is not definitively
datable to 100 or more years in age, it should not be directly referred
to as an antique."</i><br />
<b>What is vintage?</b><br />
If antiques are things that are
100 years old or older, what are vintage pieces? The defnition of
vintage is trickier. According to Merriam Webster, the term vintage
relates primarily to wine and is an altered form of the French word
vendage, meaning "<i>the grapes picked during a season</i>." One of its secondary definitions is "<i>a period of origin or manufactur</i>e" (e.g., a vintage 1960s Mercedes) or "<i>length of existence: age</i>." Ruby Lane provides a much more helpful explanation, noting that "<i>an
item described as 'vintage' should speak of the era in which it was
produced. Vintage can mean an item is of a certain period of time, as in
"vintage 1950's" but it can also mean (and probably always should) that
the item exhibits the best of a certain quality, or qualities,
associated with or belonging to that specific era. In other words, for
the term vintage to accurately apply to it, an item should be somewhat
representational and recognizable as belonging to the era in which it
was made</i>." Ruby Lane also suggests that <b>'vintage' should not be used in reference to objects less than 20 years old</b>. <br />
<b>What is retro?</b><br />
According to Merriam Webster, retro is "<i>relating to, reviving, or being the styles and especially the fashions of the past : fashionably nostalgic or old-fashioned.</i>"
Retro furniture may not actually be old but it references styles of the
recent past. Retro can also mean something that is not very old but is
old enough to be more than just "<i>so</i> last season". (i.e., the
woman wearing the early 80s high-waisted jeans because she hasn't
updated her wardrobe since the Reagan Administration is not retro. She
is just outdated.) I am still not entirely clear on the difference
between retro and vintage, I must admit. There seems to be some overlap.
For whatever reason, "retro" makes me think of mod, geometric shapes
and "vintage" conjures up images of faded, floral fabrics. But that's
just me!<br />
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Good to know!<br />
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I found some table cloth ideas out there:<br />
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I found a mitered fitted cover at Smashed Peas and Carrots, <br />
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There is an elasticized tablecloth on Amazon....heck...I suppose I could even make one of these....</div>
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I made this one a few years ago. It has weights sewn in the hem to keep it in place.<br />
Read about it here: <a href="http://sweetwaterstyle.blogspot.com/2016/07/almost-no-sew-outdoor-box-cushion-and.html">http://sweetwaterstyle.blogspot.com/2016/07/almost-no-sew-outdoor-box-cushion-and.html</a><br />
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I still have this...but the decor on the deck has changed.<br />
I headed to the fabric store to find an sunbrella fabric to make another just like it...<br />
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AND THEN...I came across something called Ballistic fabric. It looks like the stuff that outdoor chairs have for seats.<br />
I got mine at a fabric outlet store for 9.99 a yard. Here are some specifics and a source if you are interested. <br />
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The plastic woven fabric is the perfect solution. It just needed to be cut to size. By cutting it exactly to fit into the metal frame, the fabric almost looks like it has been "glued" down.<br />
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The raw edge doesn't look too bad, but I decided to use the built in embroidery stitch on my sewing machine to add a little "fancy".<br />
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This simple solution makes a nice alternative to constantly wiping away water spots.<br />
The ballistic cloth can be scrubbed with a brush and hosed off when it does get dirty.<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-72140636011532111212018-08-03T08:58:00.003-05:002018-08-03T08:58:51.916-05:00Foiling the Felines!Marvin the cat has developed the most annoying habit/craving!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Back in the day...."cute little Marvin" just slept in the green grass and DID NOT eat it!</td></tr>
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He seems to NEED to eat almost any foliage that is in any floral arrangement in the house.<br />
He doesn't bother the house plants....just the greenery in flowers.<br />
And of course.....after munching....there is the puking that follows! <br />
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In fact....he even tries to eat the husks on the sweetcorn if it is sitting on counter....go figure!!!!<br />
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Now...you know I am NOT going to give up having flowers in the house!!!<br />
And....you know that a flower arrangement needs green filler to look pretty!!<br />
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What to do?<br />
Wanna see?<br />
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These lovely Sunflowers just cried out for Hosta leaves.....Marvin's absolute FAVORITE greens to munch on....<br />
Since that wasn't an option.....<br />
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I headed to the craft store and bought the best looking "permanent botanicals" that I could find.<br />
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I looked for things that are often used as fill at the florist shop.<br />
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Total investment: $18.00<br />
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But....the proof is in the photos.<br />
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Look again at the sunflowers.<br />
You have to look really hard to see that they are not real.<br />
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In fact....Marvin keeps sniffing them...and then turning to give me his best "stink-eye"!<br />
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Here are some more examples.<br />
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These Zinnias are tucked into some Dollar Store ferns and spiked grass. There is a little real pachysandra too....that is one that Marvin doesn't eat.<br />
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Now obviously, I would rather use real greenery.<br />
But given the choice of using artificial greens with real flowers <b>or</b> cleaning up cat vomit....I bet you can guess which one I pick.<br />
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Have A Blooming Great Day!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-54818849573967632052018-07-30T10:41:00.000-05:002018-07-30T10:41:43.289-05:00Flower Arranging: How To Keep Them In PlaceThis is the time of year to sit back and enjoy the fruits of gardening labors!<br />
A stroll through the garden will reap lots of flowers to make arrangements with.<br />
If you don't have a garden spot, the local Farmer's Markets can supply you with flowers for very little money.<br />
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So many people tell me how intimidated they are about arranging flowers.<br />
Knowing how to support and keep the stems in place will take the mystery out of flower arranging.<br />
Once you know these different tricks, your creations will have that professional look you want.<br />
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<b>Floral Foam</b> (the wet kind!!!)<br />
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This is by far the easiest way to create a formal arrangement. Floral foam lets you have the stems come out at angles. Your ability to control the arrangement is limited only by your artistic eye. Once you create the arrangement, keep the foam hydrated and it will last a pretty long time. Floral foam CAN NOT be reused successfully. This makes it sort of an expensive option. Amazon has the foam for a couple dollars a block. But the more you buy the cheaper it is....I just ordered 36 blocks for 20 bucks...but then....I do a lot of flower arranging!!!<br />
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A flower frog is a glass or metal object with holes in it to hold and support flower stems. There are glass, metal and ceramic frogs. It is a good idea to watch for them at the thrift store or yard sales.<br />
Sometimes I use these as pencil holders.<br />
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You can create a cross hatch of floral tape on the top of a vase if you have a lot of patience and dexterity.<br />
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Me....not so much! I never have seen the point of this.<br />
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But......if you are one of the many Mason jar lovers.....you can buy this insert to create a grid for your flowers. Not a bad idea.<br />
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<b>Chicken Wire or Rabbit Fencing</b><br />
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Using chicken wire is a cost effective alternative to floral foam. It is not as easy to work with, but it makes a strong support grid for stems. <b><br /></b><br />
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Chicken wire is kind of "pokey" and you need a tin snips to cut your piece to size.<br />
Using plastic "rabbit fencing" solves those problems. The plastic can be used over and over again.<br />
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You can buy the plastic mesh fencing at most garden stores. 25 feet is a lot...maybe you could split it with a friend or two.<br />
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Since we have rabbits eating our plants...we had this lying around here!<br />
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The piece of the plastic is cut to size and pushed down into the container.<br />
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The flowers are easy to arrange using this grid support.<br />
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<b>Foliage as Support</b><br />
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Sometimes you are working with a clear glass container. You don't want to see the floral foam or wire. Using sturdy leaves from your perennial plants is a way to provide support. This works especially well with shallow arrangements.<br />
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Pachysandra, Hosta, a Peony leaves are especially good choices.<br />
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<b>Curly Willow or Grape Vine</b><br />
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A twist of curly willow or grapevine inside a clear vase makes an interesting and organic support.<br />
I didn't have any example photos of my own.....so I went out and found these pretty ones. You do have to change the water often if you use this method because the willow or grape vine does "muddy" the water.<br />
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I hope these ideas are some you can use when you arranging your flowers.<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-86412268370078911692018-07-12T12:19:00.001-05:002018-07-12T12:19:40.088-05:00Why You Need to Know How to install a Zipper!The Kate Spade design aesthetic is one that I have always loved.<br />
My heart broke when this icon lost her battle with depression. What a tragedy.<br />
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The other day I was at HomeGoods.<br />
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I was thrilled to find this pack of 4 wonderful brightly patterned cloth napkins with her label.<br />
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Here is something Kate Spade that I can afford!!! <br />
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I knew that this cheerful pattern called "Flower Box" would make great summer pillows for the living room.<br />
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Since these pillows will be seasonal, I decided to make removable covers for existing pillows.<br />
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It is also nice that they are removable because the pattern has a bright white background that could get dirty.<br />
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I am not going to bore you with instructions on how to make a pillow cover.<br />
You can figure out that you put the right sides of the two squares together and sew around the edge.<br />
You need to leave an opening along one side to turn the pillow cover right side out!<br />
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THAT is where knowing how to install a zipper comes in.<br />
A zipper closure is the absolute neatest way to close the edge of a pillow.<br />
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Yeah....I know all the excuses you are coming up with to avoid this!<br />
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<li><a href="https://sew4home.com/tips-resources/sewing-tips-tricks/how-install-conventional-zipper" target="_blank">sew4home</a> has put together the ultimate tutorial for installing a zipper</li>
<li>plus you will learn some crazy things about the history of zippers.</li>
<li>for instance: "Interestingly, Elias Howe, the same man credited with inventing the
sewing machine, received a patent in 1851 for the first zipper, which he
called: "Automatic, Continuous Clothing Closure." Can you imagine trying to tell someone to "check your automatic continous clothing closure!!!??? </li>
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Hey...wait a minute....there were only 4 napkins in the package.<br />
How did I make Three pillows?<br />
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One pillow is made with two napkins back to back.<br />
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I "cheated" on the other two and used some nice white duck fabric for the backs.<br />
(this is a great trick if you are making pillows with super expensive fabric)<br />
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I hope this inspired you to learn how to install a zipper.<br />
If you already know how....I hope you are inspired to go make a pillow!<br />
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I wish I was one of those people who knew all the names of the different plants and labeled them.<br />
I am NOT that Hosta gardener!<br />
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I do love all the gorgeous leaves of the many kinds of Hosta.<br />
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These plants are great fill for the shady gardens that are way to big for any good purpose! The varied colors on the leaves brighten up the shady spots. The textures are interesting.<br />
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Now, let's talk about the flowers on Hosta!<br />
The flowers have always seemed to be sort of a nuisance....hanging around on the top of the plant in a way that looks out of place next to the great foliage!<br />
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You can probably tell that I am not a Hosta flower fan!<br />
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I decided to change that this year. I started to look....<i>really look</i> at the flowers and see them as possible cut flowers for the house.<br />
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I did a little google image searching....and found these examples of other people's arrangements.<br />
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This one looks like it uses Snow on the Mountain flowers as well as Hosta...hmmmm....I have lots of that too! <br />
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This is so pretty.<br />
Once you isolate the flowers and treat them with some "respect", they have a look that is almost like an orchid.<br />
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So off to the garden I went with new eyes focused on the flowers on the Hosta instead of the leaves.<br />
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BTW....have I told you that I can't have Hosta leaves in the house anymore....<br />
Why??? Marvin the cat has decided that if you eat the leaves of the Hosta....you can thoroughly annoy the "help" by vomiting in a variety of inconvenient places!!!<br />
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ANYWAY....here is the result of my new appreciation for Hosta flowers.<br />
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I am definitely going to start using them more often......<br />
HMMMM....we are going to dinner at some friend's tonight....<br />
Maybe I will make that Zen looking arrangement....they DON'T have a puking cat to worry about.! <br />
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A kitchen windowsill just cries out for plants and/or flowers.</div>
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I decided to avoid the dirt and have a way to create ever changing displays of pretty blooms.</div>
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Regular readers know how I preach about dead-heading flowers in the garden to keep your plants thriving. I like to "proactively" deadhead. The little flower garden here is filled with some almost spent Dahlias and some geranium heads. The greenery is Pachysandra. That seems to last forever and sometimes even sends out roots.</div>
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Keep your eye out for this type of 3 pot planter tray. I see them often at the thrift store.</div>
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If you can't wait......</div>
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Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-13129398828211703612018-06-09T09:59:00.002-05:002018-06-09T09:59:28.978-05:00Illusion vs. Reality in the Sweetwater Garden!The lyrics from the classic Joni Mitchell song "Both Sides Now" began running through my mind as I started to tell you about the garden. <br />
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<span>I've looked at clouds from both sides now</span><br /><span>From up and down and still somehow</span><br /><span>It's cloud's illusions I recall</span><br /><span>I really don't know clouds at all</span></div>
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<span>Now swap out the word <b>garden</b> for clouds and you have the tale of the Sweetwater garden.</span></div>
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<span>Ahh....the <b>illusion</b> of perfection!</span></div>
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<span>From afar the peony garden is perfection!</span></div>
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<span>It is so lovely and colorful.</span></div>
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We have such a crop of weeds (Snow on the Mountain) that we actually put landscape cloth down to kill it! The problem is that we can't spray too close to the peony plants and there was no way to get to all of the weeds....I am simply not that patient.</div>
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Regular visits from these creatures; <br />
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<span>Sometimes a deer will actually chomp off a blossom, realize it has repellent on it, and SPIT IT OUT! <br />
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<span>I guess until I can afford to hire a gardener.... I need to look at my own garden the same way!</span></div>
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Just like any home, the Gnome home needs regular maintenance.<br />
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Well, this year instead of the usual spruce up of the property....I decided that it was time for the Gnomes to make a MOVE!<br />
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Instead of the busy intersection of driveway and front walk....the Gnomes deserve the woodlands and a pond view.</div>
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Luckily....the perfect "lot" was available!</div>
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Packing up to move is never any fun....but in this case it involved not just the furniture....but all of the landscaping materials....</div>
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It is a good thing the move didn't involve too much distance....<br />
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The Sweetwater Grandboy was there to help with sprucing up the place with a newly painted roof.<br />
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The landlord wasn't so sure about the bright blue for the roof....but hey it suits a Gnome....<br />
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The city utility workers showed up to flush out the water mains....and that diversion was way too interesting to miss!<br />
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As moves go, this one was pretty painless...I guess that is the magic of Fairies and Gnomes!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-78697274708024480882018-05-15T06:25:00.003-05:002018-05-15T06:25:39.342-05:00Goodwill Clothes Alteration Hacks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I haven't posted about thrift store shopping in awhile.<br />
Never fear....that does <b>not</b> mean I haven't done any thrift store shopping!<br />
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This week I was perusing the selection of pants in my closet. Yikes...it is filled almost entirely with black pants and jeans leggings with some fancier pairs for dressier events.<br />
I pretty much live in Yoga pants until it is time to go out. Then casual is the rule. Ahh...the life of a retiree!<br />
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I headed to the thrift store this week with the goal of finding some summer pants that were not jeans or black! It is usually a mistake to go to the thrift store with a specific item in mind. Mostly that will be disappointing.<br />
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But the Good Will gods must have been watching over me this time.<br />
I found not one, but three pair of summer pants.<br />
AND.....a super cute summer sundress.<br />
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But here is the deal!<br />
They were the perfect PRICE....but not the perfect fit.<br />
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Instead of passing these bargains up....I knew with very little time and effort I could cure what ailed them.<br />
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I am pretty short so almost any pair of pants is going to need hemming up!<br />
The red pants were the right length but were not tapered enough.....<br />
The white pair and khaki pair needed hemming.....<br />
The sundress hit the floor and then some on little me....and I wanted tea length because I know I will get more wear out of it.<br />
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Knowing how to do some basic alterations and/or tailoring is one secret for success at the thrift store.<br />
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If you think you have no sewing skills.....remember....the items you are
working with cost less than a glass of wine in a restaurant! You can
take a risk and see what happens.<br />
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Here are my favorite alteration hacks:<br />
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Hemming: <br />
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<li>Sometimes the easiest thing to do is just turn the existing hem under and do a few tacks with a needle;</li>
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<li>Fusible hem tape is a great time saver if you don't feel like sewing.</li>
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<li>Tightly woven knits like athletic leggings with lots of spandex can just be cut off with no stitching. You will be amazed at how well the raw edge stands up to washing.</li>
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<li>Alas...sometimes you need to do an actual hem....but don't stress with finishing with hemtape and all that. Just cut them off....turn it up and stitch. </li>
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Straps:<br />
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<li>So many cute tops and dresses have spaghetti straps. When you try on an item....pull those straps up to see if the top looks better. It is an easy fix to tack the shortened strap to the inside of the back. This trick fixes a couple of fit problems....saggy bodice, loose underarms, and in some cases, pulling the straps up makes the waistline fit better too.</li>
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<br />Under the arm:<br />
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<li>When you see a top that looks just a little too big, sometimes it is a matter of just taking in the side seam. This works especially well with sleeveless tanks. The added benefit here is that you can fit the underarm area and taper it to the bottom. This gives a little more room for your bottom too!</li>
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Baggy Legs:<br />
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<li>I like the look of fitted skinny legs on most casual pants. These cute red pants are a great example. By tapering the inside leg seam just 1/2 and inch, they went from way to "preppy" and hard to find shoes for....to perfect casual with sandals or flats.</li>
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Every one of these alterations can be done with a straight stitch with the sewing machine or a few simple hand stitches.<br />
It is definitely worth remembering when you find something wonderful at the thrift store that has "possibilities"!<br />
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OR....you can call a friend who sews :)<br />
OR...you can find a tailor shop.<br />
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AND....all of the above also works for any bargain shopping you do. If you find a good deal....but the fit isn't good....think of the possibilities for a quick alteration.<br />
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Wishing you a wonderful day!<br />
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<br />Sweetwater Stylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17038977404077713993noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9147267034143567817.post-54956889003466113742018-04-24T06:29:00.000-05:002018-05-06T08:16:32.213-05:00Hydrangea Tricks and TipsEverybody loves Hydrangeas!<br />
They put on a wonderful show in almost any floral arrangement.<br />
These pretties also have a reputation for being almost impossible to keep for any length of time.<br />
It used to be that I dreaded getting a request for Hydrangeas in our floral work.<br />
Not anymore......I know "Hydrangea Stuff" now!<br />
AND I am going to share that stuff with you!<br />
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On Thursday the wonderful folks at <a href="http://www.koehlerdramm.com/" target="_blank">Koehler and Dramm</a> delivered 125 Hydrangeas Sweetwater. Yikes....that is a lot of flowers.<br />
What ever would I need 125 Hydrangeas for?<br />
Why....to make popcorn centerpieces for the Chaska Rotary Circus Themed Gala of course!<br />
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Popcorn boxes from the dollar store were stuffed with white Hydrangea to mmic popcorn.<br />
The gala decor is the genius work of the Sweetwater Daughter.....and I got to help!<br />
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I think she nailed it.....<br />
Enough bragging on my kid...<br />
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I am here to share some tips that will ALMOST guarantee success and a long vase life for Hydrangeas.<br />
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<b>TIP #1</b><br />
HMMMM.....did you know that Hydrangeas take in water from their petals?<br />
So...when I unpacked the 125 flowers....I immediately plopped them all upside down in bucket (or in this case the bathtub) of cold water.<br />
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If your flowers don't have this, you can concoct one with by bunching the stems and wrapping a water filled baggie around them with a rubber band.<br />
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OR.....you really can submerge the whole flower stem and all in the water.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I didn't take photos of my process...so here is an image from the Flower Muse</td></tr>
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I soaked these overnight. You really only need to do this for a couple of hours.<br />
Give them a fresh diagonal cut when you take them out of the water. Immediately get them in buckets of water. <br />
The flowers will be really wet when you take them out...DUH!....so they will need to dry off before you arrange them.<br />
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<b>TIP #2</b><br />
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Alum Dip<br />
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substance over the cut that prevents the flower from sucking water up
through the stem.
There are a couple of ways to prevent that “sticky stuff” from forming: dipping the stem in boiling water....putting the end of the stem in an open flame....OR this! Dip the freshly cut stem in ALUM(A common ingredient used for pickling, find it in the spice aisle.)
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When you are arranging your hydrangeas re-cut the stem about an inch
above the previous cut and immediately stick the bottom 1/2″ of the stem
in the alum to coat it, then arrange as usual.<br />
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I learned this trick at a workshop given by a wedding designer who does those really spendy weddings that budget upwards of $15,000 for FLOWERS.<br />
I figure that if he relies on this method, it must be pretty fool proof!<br />
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<b>TIP #3</b><br />
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Finishing Spray <b>!</b><br />
This is my new favorite "secret sauce". Once this is sprayed on your Hydrangeas or other flowers, it keeps them looking fresh for a really long time.<b><br /></b><br />
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It might seem like a lot to spend.....but if it keeps your expensive flowers looking good for more than a week....it is worth it. A little goes a long way too.<br />
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You can revive a droopy Hydrangea! Sometimes all the tricks don't seem to work and a flower will wilt anyway. It is worth trying to revive your Hydrangea....you have nothing to lose! Just cut the stem again and fully immerse the flower head and stem in cold water for a few hours. In many cases, the flower will perk right up!<br />
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So the proof is in the photo....right!?<br />
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Here are the Hydrangeas from the Gala last weekend.<br />
They were arranged on Friday....<br />
Now it is Tuesday.....<br />
They look pretty good and probably will for at least another 4 or 5 days!<br />
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Now....go buy yourself some Hydrangeas and enjoy them with no worries!!<br />
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