Friday, January 30, 2009
Faded Hydrangeas
Thank you Amanda!, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.Quote for the day:To obtain a man's opinion of you, make him mad.Oliver Wendell Holmes (1809 - 1894)
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Monday, January 26, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Morning dew and gentle rain
Early morning glistening dewdrops, always so soft... always a good reason to get out of bed early and take a few shots. Then it comes the rain... Love the gentle rain that makes flowers grow, filling the air with smell of hot ground after a dry spell. When I was a kid it seemed that it rained for days in a row and the humidity was high, I don't miss that but I haven't seen long raining days
Saturday, January 24, 2009
"Extreme" Roses!
You're not dreaming! These roses really ARE taller than she is! These 'extreme' roses are a stunning 72" long with a bud that is 3" long and almost as wide. (By contrast, the 'average' long-stemmed rose is 28" long with a 1 1/2' bud.)Native to Ecuador, these gorgeous blooms benefit by the prolonged sunlight and cool nights they experience at their home of 9,600 feet. There is nothing else like
Friday, January 23, 2009
Mountain and sea
Live together in harmony... rainforest... calm waters... just 3 hours away in Ubatuba. Good to visit during Summer time, we had a great time there.
"Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler"
The quote by ~ Albert Einstein"Make everything as simple as possible, but not simpler" ~ Albert Einstein, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.These flowers are the are the "Summer Snowflake" or Loddon Lily (Leucojum aestivum)Here's the wikipedia link if you want more information. Apparently they don't care that it's winter in California. I found them under a tree at Descanso Gardens, in La Canada
Those Darn Carns!
I can hear some of you grumbling right now. "Oh no! Not carnations!" But hold on. I can change your mind. I too, may have been guilty of being a carnation snob in the past, but this being a new year, I've reformed! Read on:Maybe it would help if we stopped referring to them as carnations; we'll use their Latin name, Dianthus. Right away they sound more elegant, don't they?Martha Stewart is a
Thursday, January 22, 2009
"Any man can lose his hat in a fairy-wind."
"Any man can lose his hat in a fairy-wind.", originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.I found these magical magnolias at The Huntington Botanical Gardens, in California. "Faeries, come take me out of this dull world, For I would ride with you upon the wind, Run on the top of the disheveled tide, And dance upon the mountains like a flame." ~ William Butler Yeats, "The Land of Heart's Desire," 1894
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Simple Gifts
Simple Gifts, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.This title was inspired by the music at today's historic inauguration. The rose is layered with an oil texture, and was found in the Descanso Gardens, rose garden. Here's the Inaugural performance of "Simple Gifts" on youtube, or you can click the title above and it will take you directly there.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02Ao9jyq5Vk
New Wedding Flowers
A wedding is a single day of ceremony celebrating the union between two people. As we are all unique
Winter Blooming Cherry Tree ~ Prunus subhirtella
Happy Martin Luther King Day, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.I visited Descanso Gardens during the winter season. I was surprised to learn, while walking through the roses, that there is a Winter Blooming Cherry Tree. Interestingly, in researching this delicate beauty, it is a difficult tree to own. You must find the perfect spot, give it meticulous care, and care for it constantly as it is
Coco's Camellias
Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel, arguably the most well-known and best-remembered fashion designer, had an ongoing love affair with the lovely camellia. It was the first flower given to her by her English lover, Arthur 'Boy' Capel, who later went on to finance her first Paris boutique.Chanel felt that the camellia represented radiance and purity, and was often seen wearing a camellia brooch. In time, the
Seasonal Wedding Flowers Ideas For Your Wedding
sensual wedding flower girlWhen deciding on your wedding decorations, one of the first things that comes to mind is the wedding flowers. The extent to which the interest is used depends on the formality of your wedding, the importance of flowers with the overall vision, and season your wedding.
Unique Wedding Flower Girl
The best thing to do would hire you as opposed to buying them centerpieces so they can be used again. Or you can use the back of the ceremony flowers at the reception. Simple rent vases and fill them with the bridesmaid bouquets. Be sure to find a flower that grows local flowers they so no one should be sent
Monday, January 19, 2009
Wedding Flowers Decor
Look for neat ways to incorporate fruit into your wedding decor. Line tables, mantles or altars with apples. Put them on picks and insert into a tall cone arrangement.
The Wedding Flowers
The exquisite appearance of flowers in churches, temples, synagogues and other religious places, and even homes where wedding ceremonies are held, is a testament to the honor accorded to wedding celebrations everywhere.
Houses by the sea level
Paraty... I love this charming colonial town and its cobblestone streets constructed by the Portuguese settlers over 300 years ago. That is where we spent our honeymoon almost 15 years ago.The full moon floods happen when the seawater invades the streets. It was pure luck that we were able to be there on vacation last week during full moon and high tides! I can't take any credit for that.Where
A camellia from my garden for Artist Stephen B. Whatley
A camellia from my garden for Artist Stephen B. Whatley, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.The internet is a wonderful tool for connection. I have been so lucky to connect with some incredibly creative, caring people here. I met artist Stephen B.Whatley on Flickr and he could not be a kinder, more wonderful friend. I suspect I will meet him in person one day. He wrote me such a thoughtful
Saturday, January 17, 2009
flowers usage
In modern times, people have sought ways to cultivate, buy, wear, or otherwise be around flowers and blooming plant
Friday, January 16, 2009
Beautiful Wedding Flowers
Beautiful wedding flowers will enhance your special day and will remain in your memories and pictures forever.
Fleurs de Nisa Wedding Flowers
The flowers you choose for your big day are so important, and so is the way they are displayed. Fleur's ed Lisa are dedicated to making your dream come true with flowers that are just right They will spend time with you, making sure your floral arrangements suit exactly your style and budget.
New Wedding Flowers
New The Perfect Flowers for Weddings, Florists, Envent Planners, Club and to all the public in United States.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
The Ginkgo Tree
The Yellow Tree, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.I visited the Huntington Botanical Gardens in San Marino, California. Everything about that garden is peaceful and magical, but with the changing leaves and blooming camellia's the Japanese Garden was particularly perfect. A must see, if you're in Southern California.
Flower On The Foot
This is a great Hawaiian Flower tattoo pictures. "Aloha" with a Plumeria flower on the foot.
New Gardev Lovers
Imagine yourself walking on a winding path through a beautiful flower garden created by nature but gently nudged by man
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Types of flowers
Located in the heart of the historic village of Green port, Green port Flower Garden is more than just a florist
How Green is Bloomers?
Did you know that Bloomers has always been Green? A quick look:Bloomers uses the new "SmartForTwo" car for floral deliveries. Have you seen it around town? At 42 miles to the gallon, it's ideal for deliveries and when filled with flowers, is quite a sight on the road!Bloomers uses recycled bags for your purchase, and tissue for your flowers, called "Green Way", and both made in the USA!Bloomers
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Fortune Cookies :)
I found a tutorial for making paper fortune cookies this weekend so I decided to give it a try. They are very easy to make! I had some take-out boxes sitting in my closet so I thought it would make a cute Valentine's Day project. I used Libby Weifenbach's "Love Shack" Kit for the papers, since it's a digital kit I just printed the papers out and used them like traditional scrapbook paper. For the
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Friday, January 9, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
January is National Hot Tea Month!
Did you know that January is National Hot Tea Month? No? Neither did I, until recently. So I thought it would be a good time to read the tea leaves, so to speak, and see why tea is worthy of such a designation.All tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, a warm-weather evergreen. How the fresh leaves of the tea plant are processed and their level of contact with oxygen determine what type
Monday, January 5, 2009
Live with Gratitude
Gratitude is our most direct line to God and the angels. If we take the time, no matter how crazy and troubled we feel, we can find something to be thankful for. ~ Terry Lynn Taylor, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.Gratitude is our most direct line to God and the angels. If we take the time, no matter how crazy and troubled we feel, we can find something to be thankful for. ~ Terry Lynn Taylor
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! I've got a few projects but haven't had a lot of time for crafting lately - guess I'll make that a New Year's resolution: More time for fun things! The first project is a mini-album I did for My Creative Scrapbook called "Joy". This is for the January Mini-album Kit:(Click images to enlarge) I'm not real crazy about how the photos of this mini-album came out. I usually use a
Thursday, January 1, 2009
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.
The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. ~ Eleanor Roosevelt, originally uploaded by Abby Lanes.Happy Shiny New Year!
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