Friday, May 31, 2013

"Practicing Patience"...a simple Spring Centerpiece...


Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

My littlest charmer and I have been waiting patiently for the lilacs to bloom at our house...


Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

We had the perfect spot for them all set up...a couple of primitive cabbage cutters...


Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

...complete with rusty bits.

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

And a couple of birds perched and ready.

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

We took a walk each day admiring the lilacs on the rest of the neighbors'  bushes...but our blue jars sat empty.

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

Until today...finally...

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

We ran right out and clipped away.

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

And of course took some pictures :)

Chipping with Charm: Spring Lilac Centerpiece...http://chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/


I'm tempted to add some to every room in our house.  

Have a great weekend! 
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10 comments:

  1. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioMay 31, 2013 at 9:19 PM

    Aw, I love this! I felt like we waited a long time for Lilacs here, too. I just threw my last little bunch away today, and I'd love to go find some more, but it might be too late. I love your pretty arrangement, and your little photographer is adorable : )

    Jeanette

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  2. The Bashful NestMay 31, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    I just love lilacs! Your kitchen must smell heavenly. My lilacs didn't last long this spring. Wishing you a great weekend.

    Michelle. thebashfulnest.blogspot.com

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  3. Pam KesslerJune 1, 2013 at 7:14 AM

    Your table looks amazing. It must have been killing you to wait for the lilacs. Those cabbage cutters are a great idea for the table. And your daughter is adorable taking her own photos!

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  4. HomeroadJune 1, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    Beautiful like everything else you do!
    Happy Weekend!

    Susan

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  5. UnknownJune 1, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    I love lilacs. It's fantastic having a bush outside my kitchen window. :) Your display is beautiful and elegant, just like the lilacs!

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  6. JunkchiccottageJune 2, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    Laurel,
    I love your blog and just found you and became a follower. Your table looks so pretty.
    Kris

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  7. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 2, 2013 at 8:01 PM

    Beautiful arrangement -- love the blue Mason jars and the addition of the book and birds! LOVE lilacs -- ours have come and gone. Wish they lasted all summer!

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  8. Shari @ turnstylevogue.comJune 3, 2013 at 7:56 AM

    Ahhh....I can smell them from here. We have a line of dwarf lilacs planted along our driveway and for about three weeks, I was greeted with the best smell as I got out of the car. Sadly, the blooms have moved on. I guess I'll just have to convince you to send me some :)

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  9. MelissaJune 3, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    What a beautiful centerpiece! Love your little photographer too! :)

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  10. must love junkJune 3, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Your centerpiece is just gorgeous! We enjoy the smell of our lilac bush wafting through the window!
    Susan

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