Inspired by a Garden Nursery...

This time of the year I start feeling..... well, let's just say you can call me Droopy from the seven dwarfs. I am very ready for spring, seeing everything bloom, warmer weather and the green grass beneath my feet. For the longest, we had the most wonderful little garden center in Monroe, Land Arts. The owner, Jane Bath, has written many books, designed both of my landscapes and she is a joy to talk with. I would go there sometimes twice a week just to walk the nursery. It felt good to be there. Jane and her sweet employees never seemed to mind, they knew a sale would be coming soon. Due to the bad economy, sad to say Jane closed Land Arts. I have truly missed her and her gem of a store so much. Yesterday, I needed to find a nursery to visit. I knew the old Pikes Nursery in Snellville had been closed and a family had purchased it to reopen into a nursery. I decided to make the thirty minute drive to visit. To say the least, I was so inspired! Walking into the gift store, your eyes take you for one vignette to another. It was truly amazing. There was not a "Jane" there, but I received great service. I wish we had something like this in Monroe, but then again Monroe is Monroe....... First we need a grocery store! I hope the following pictures inspire YOU as much as The Family Tree inspired me!

Directions ~ In Snellville on Highway 78.... Almost half way between Atlanta and Athens!

Follow them on facebook here The Family Garden Center

This little "shed room" was built from the flats materials are delivered on. Roof, sides, everything!

Finding the Inspiration.....

A few more ChatterHangings..... When I am working on my ChatterHangings, I usually work of 3-4 at a time. This allows for the paint / paper to dry on each individual piece as I am working on another. The perfect work day for me is to have three pieces waiting for me in the morning that have been painted and the paper has been glued down the night before. I usually finish these three pieces and also by the end of the day have three more pieces painted and glued to work on the next day.

My inspiration for a piece usually comes from the paper that I use for the background, possibly a Bible verse or quote that I have read that day or sometimes the inspiration comes from the feelings that I am experiencing that day. I think each artist has a different place they find inspiration and I think that an artist is within all of us. The difference between me and someone who says they can't do it...... I broke down the wall that said, "I can't". I picked up a brush and just started, not fearing the final outcome but looking forward to the outcome.

Masquerade Ball!

This year George Walton Academy had the theme of a Masquerade Ball. As I am designing the congratulatory, I wanted to put a mask on it. It then hit me.... How cute would it be to expose the girl's name as she moved the mask up! Each mask took some time to make (12 girls) but I think the end result was well worth it!

ATC Swap....

Anna from http://www.frostedpetunias.blogspot.com sent me this wonderful ATC! I love it! Our theme was leaves. This ATC reminded me of raking leaves when I was a little girl and then playing in them. Thanks Anna for bringing back such wonderful memories!

Wow... I can't believe it has been since the 10th that I have posted. Time is slipping away so fast right now. As always, life is good! Even in the valleys I know that the Lord is with me and He has something great waiting on top of the mountain for me! I feel so blessed by the people that surround me and love me. They encourage me, make me smile and are continually building my faith in this world!

Do you have certain people that always makes you look a life in a good way?

Are they a MOM, sister, friend or YOUR OWN husband?

Always make sure that you are the person that God intends you to be and that your attitude so many times determines the attitude of those around you!

Special touches to a Green Apple Theme Wedding

As you can tell by now, the wedding designer bug has hit me big time. I have fell in love with love! I love the idea of helping young ladies plan out their special day with touches that everyone will remember.

There is no better compliment than to be told than ~

This was the funnest and happiest wedding I have ever been to!

As favors and table decorations, use pots of apple mint. Start early with your pots and this favor will be inexpensive and awesome.

Can you imagine having this cupcake waiting for your guest?? Mint leaves for leaves and pretzels for stem. Ice with white icing, green sprinkles and use chocolate decorations for seeds.

Decorate the groom and his groomsmen in these wonderful apple ties created by Me an Matilda.
http://www.etsy.com/listing/39562824/necktie-me-and-matilda-everyday-necktie?ref=sr_list_2&ga_search_query=apple+tie&ga_search_type=user_shop_ttt_id_5213706
Green Apple Twist would be a great favor for guest as they leave.

And to me the best.... Mini Apple Cider bottles.

Not only can you toast to your wedding using sparkling apple cider, but guest can leave with a special treat from your wedding.

http://www.beau-coup.com/mini-cider-bottles.htm?avad=848_cb921b3

Inspiration for a Green Apple Theme Wedding......

More of MY DREAM WEDDING.....

Would love to have a Wedding in an old BARN!
Love the idea of Vintage Style Bikes!
This would be HEAVEN!

Loving this Vignette!

You can never go wrong with netting!

Tea anyone?

LUSCIOUS!

This would be

MY WEDDING DRESS!!!

LOVELY!

HMMMM...............Anyone notice the Bare FEET!

Ok.........

Now that I have shared my dreams with you,

tell me what your dream wedding would look like..........