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Thursday, March 3, 2011

Home Sweet Home #4

Welcome to the fourth Home Sweet Home Party.   Spring is getting so close and you can feel everyone getting ready to enjoy nature's show.  I couldn't wait to get a jump on it and I went to the library to check out some books on floral arranging.  Lots of great tips and tricks in these.
 
This trick with the focal color in a black and white is easy and fun to play with, I'll show you this trick on Monday.

This trick was just using the natural light from the window till the picture is almost nothing but a natural silhouette and then I also edited it black and white.

Here is the first floral book I found.  Title and author, well you can see it.

In this book I found a lot of tricks that florist use.

This was an example of a trick that was so simple. Duh! They just took floral tape, or any tape, and made a floral frog on the vase opening!  How simple and smart is that?

And here is a little inspiration picture for your Easter table.  A centerpiece of cabbage roses with cabbages and lettuce.  Isn't that smart too?

Dream...dream...it's almost spring!
I will also join:
Cindy at her blog My Romantic Home, go and visit her lovely blog.

Guidelines for Home Sweet Home Party:
Please link up your intended post and not just your blog.  Link up something from your home or your garden that you would like to share. (vignettes, food, makeovers, projects, vintage, photography, flowers, etc.) 
Please put a link or my button IN your post so others can find it and join in. The button is on my sidebar.   If you are new here I hope you will become a follower.  No Etsy link ups or direct advertising, please.  Try to mingle and visit other participants.  Thanks.:)
Now let's see your beautiful homes!




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40 comments:

  1. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 3, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    Hi Sherry, thanks for hosting again. Beautiful pictures,the tulips look so pretty in you transferware pitcher! Martina

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  2. KellyMarch 3, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Those tulips are heavenly! I've got some in my yard that are going to bloom soon, and I canNOT wait!

    Kelly

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  3. Donna@Conghaile CottageMarch 3, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Thank you for hosting this fun party Sherry, I loved your beautiful tulips in the coffee pot AND oh I LOVED the Black&White version! So pretty!
    Have a wonderful weeks end,
    Hugs, Donna

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  4. Olga PoltavaMarch 3, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Hello Sherry, it's so much fun joining you every week for the party. I love your post; such beautiful photos! What a great idea to get some books on floral arranging from the library; I think that's what I will do this coming weekend. There are very few flowers in my garden right now, but I expect more soon, so getting some bouquet and flower arrangement ideas would be nice.
    Happy Home Sweet Home Friday!

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  5. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 3, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    Beautiful photography! I just bought some tulips. Sure hope they open up as pretty as yours. They're looking kind of pitiful right now.
    Great tip on the tape for a floral frog! Why didn't I think of that?

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  6. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaMarch 3, 2011 at 3:32 PM

    Lovely table and colors. Happy Thursday.

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  7. A Whole Lotta MagicMarch 3, 2011 at 3:33 PM

    Gorgeous pictures, Sherry!

    S
    xo

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  8. EllenMarch 3, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    Oh my goodness Sherry! I'm loving the all the flowers,every single one of them! Fantastic pictures! Love the black and white picture too!
    Thanks for hosting such a great party too!!

    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  9. bjMarch 3, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    That centerpiece is one of the prettiest I've ever seen/. Cabbage roses are my favorite.

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  10. Brenda PruittMarch 3, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    I can grow flowers. But it's the arranging I need some help with!
    Brenda

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  11. Chari at Happy To DesignMarch 3, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    Hi Sherry...

    Oooh...your red tulips are just gorgeous, my friend! Ohhh yes...I am sooo ready for spring! I always get the worst case of spring fever about this time every year! Hehe! Well dear lady, your photography is just fabulous! You are sooo talented! Can't wait to see your photo tutorial! You know, when I began my blog...it was all about the decorating but over time I have really developed a love for the photography! I also could spend countless hours playing with photo effects! Hehe! Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful tea table and red tulips with us today...as well as all the lovely photos! Also...thank you so much for hosint this fun filled Friday party. I'm glad that I could join in again this week!

    Warmst wishes,
    Chari @Happy To Design

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  12. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 3, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Great photos, Sherry and those look like great books.

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  13. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 3, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Beautiful photos, Sherry! I need to learn how to improve mine! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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  14. UnknownMarch 3, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    I Sherry, found you over at Kim SSS, I am your newest follower I love your blog and I look forward to reading your blog.... thank you for hosting the party.Have a great weekend

    Pattie

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  15. EllenMarch 3, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    Love Love Love all the flowers and the black and white photo, pure heaven!
    Love the look of the tulips in the tea pot! Thanks for hosting such a great party!

    xoxo,
    Ellen

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  16. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 3, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    Sherry,
    It feels like Spring here...now we just need some green grass:) Thanks for hosting...I just found out that you were having this party.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  17. Debra@CommonGroundMarch 3, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    The books look wonderful, I've always wanted to take classes in flower arranging! Thanks for a wonderful party,
    xo,
    Debra

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  18. SarahMarch 3, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I'll be pulling my flower books off the shelf to enjoy tonight. You have inspired me! Love the idea of the cabbages with the cabbage roses. ~ Sarah

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  19. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMarch 3, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    That silhouette picture is amazing! Such nice photos you have here. I really love that arrangement with the lettuce, cabbage, and roses! Have fun partying!

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  20. Bargain Decorating with LaurieMarch 3, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Beautiful inspiration Sherry! Your photos of the pretty pitcher of flowers is so pretty with the sun shining on them. Thanks for hosting. laurie

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  21. LaMarch 3, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Holy Cow! How did I miss your new party? I know life has been crazy lately and I haven't been making the rounds as much, but I missed 3 other weeks? Geez....

    I'm beside myself with excitement that spring is nearly here. Your flowers are gorgeous, Sherry.

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  22. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)March 3, 2011 at 7:32 PM

    Hi Sherry, This is my first time linking up with you and I am enjoying making the rounds! Suzy Bales is one of my very favorite decorators and gardeners! All of her books are wonderful. And I really like your centerpiece with the cabbage roses and cabbages! Very clever and I would love to use it for my Easter table! Linda

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  23. ChristieMarch 3, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    I love vintage transferware too and your arrangements look beautiful in them...those floral books you picked up are lovely and the pics are so inspiring too...I would have never "thunk" tape as a flower frog...I'll remember that one for future reference, I seriously would have never "thunk" it :) Thanks for sharing that. The table setting is so beautiful with the bunny....love that too! Thanks for hosting such a fun and beautiful home event...I'm glad I could join in the fun this week :)
    Big hugs,
    Queenie

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  24. Honey at 2805March 3, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Everything looks wonderful, Sherry. Thanks for hosting.

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  25. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageMarch 4, 2011 at 5:41 AM

    I am loving your party!! How did I ever miss you earlier? Newest follower. your Spring flowers are a joy to this New Englanders eyes. Have a great weekend.

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  26. DebbieMarch 4, 2011 at 5:49 AM

    I am looking forward to learning how to do that first technique.

    I really loved that portion of an Easter table you set with the cabbage and rose centerpiece. Makes me want to head to the library and copy cat you by checking out floral arrangement books.

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  27. DebbiedoosMarch 4, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Beautiful setting Sherry! Thanks for hosting.

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  28. KathyMarch 4, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    Wonderful images - terrific books. Your post made me think of a book I love, A Passion For Flowers by Carolyne Roehm - If you know of her and her books - I am sure you'll understand - if you don't - you're in for a treat!
    Kathy

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  29. MarthaMarch 4, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Those red Tulips are gorgeous! Thanks for hosting!

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  30. MarthaMarch 4, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Those red Tulips are gorgeous! Thanks for hosting. Now following your blog :)

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  31. Andrea at Opulent CottageMarch 4, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Such pretty photos! I adore the Easter centerpiece. Great inspiration, I think I'll head to the library today. Thank you for hosting, Sherry!
    Cheers, Andrea

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  32. ConcettaMarch 4, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Sherry - thank you for hosting such a lovely party this week - everything looks amazing!
    Have a blessed weekend.
    <><
    Concetta

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  33. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 12:03 PM

    Dear Sherry,
    Thank you for such a nice Friday..I put the laundry away and decided to join the party. I would rather be with frineds than in the laundry room.
    Have a wonderful day,
    Shirley

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  34. Sonya BadgleyMarch 4, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    Hi Sherry,
    I love your blog andI just wanted to let you know that I am giving you the Stylish Blogger Award! Please come visit my blog to find out all the info!
    Blessings,
    Sonya

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  35. Luciane at HomeBunch.comMarch 4, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Hello Sherry,

    Thank you so much for stopping by! I'm loving every picture of this post!

    Have a Great Weekend!

    xo

    Luciane at HomeBunch.com

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  36. AnonymousMarch 4, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Sherry, this looks like a fabulously fun party. And I love the books you talked about. I may just have to check some of these out since I will be hosting a wedding at my home at summer's end. The bride is requesting some flower arrangements I am not familiar with. :) Have a wonderful weekend and thank so much for your visit. Come on over often.

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  37. xinexMarch 5, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Your photos are superb, Sherry. The centerpiece is so beautiful and what a great idea on creating a frog for a vase....Christine

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  38. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 5, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Thanks for hosting and for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :) All linked up!!

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  39. Pink Roses and TeacupsMarch 5, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    Hi Sherry!

    Nice to meet you! I love the idea of "Home Sweet Home" I will join in next week. Lvoe your pictures! The bunny place setting is darling.

    Debbie

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  40. La Vie QuotidienneMarch 5, 2011 at 10:01 PM

    What pretty arrangements and such great book recommendations. Thank you for hosting and thank you also for visiting me and leaving such a nice comment on my post. You mentioned that TJMaxx had some covered dishes, I must go look.(-:

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