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Spring Bouquet in a Garden Urn

March 1, 2016 by Patti 30 Comments

Spring Arrangement 003Did you read my post about The Lie of Perfectionism a couple of weeks ago?  Yeah well, I may have had to read that again myself before sharing my floral arrangement with you today.  I’ve never taken a flower arranging class in my life but I know the look I like.  I’m pretty sure a professional would take one look at my arrangement and want to fix it for me.  In fact, I did ask the opinion of a friend who has won awards for her floral arrangements and she had some suggestions for me, but after playing around with it a bit more I stayed with what was pleasing to my eye.

Spring Arrangement 002When I look into my dining room, which is several times a day as I go up and down the stairs, I feel happy.

Spring Arrangement 001 The sun streams through the plantation shutters onto my dining room table and reminds me that warm days are right around the corner.

Spring Arrangement 007This large bouquet is filled with some of my favorite flowers and, quite by accident in an attempt to fill a bare spot, a sweet bird’s nest with gold leafed eggs.

Spring Arrangement 008I have neither the time nor the money to create a new arrangement of fresh flowers every week, but over time I’ve invested in some really good faux flowers which I’ve mixed with some really average faux flowers, to create an arrangement that makes me smile.

Spring Arrangement 009A little burlap twisted around the stems of the flowers gives it the shabby touch I adore,

Spring Arrangement 012and a big French garden urn at the base of it all makes it a statement piece.

Spring Arrangement 013Nope, not even near perfect, but Perfectly Imperfect just like me!

Blessings friends 😉

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Comments

  1. Lynda Brandly says

    March 1, 2016 at 9:33 am

    Patti, I think this is really gorgeous! You mixed such soft colors and the little nest is so Springy! I have no talent in this area and really envy those that have. This looks professional. I would smile, too!
    love and blessings~
    Lynda @ Gates of Crystal

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  2. Brooke Kroeger says

    March 1, 2016 at 10:21 am

    Just beautiful Patti, love the colors and the sweet birds nest!

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  3. Pam says

    March 1, 2016 at 2:22 pm

    It’s beautiful and I thought the flowers were real!

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  4. Stacey says

    March 1, 2016 at 2:26 pm

    Patti, your arrangement is beautiful! I used to not like faux flowers at all but not if you find the right ones they just can’t be left behind. I think yours are perfect.

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  5. Rose says

    March 2, 2016 at 8:49 am

    What a beautiful arrangement ~
    I love the idea of the urn ~ it gives that rustic feel, and the flowers make it so feminine and pretty.

    Great idea.
    Have a wonderful day
    Rose

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  6. Michele Morin says

    March 2, 2016 at 9:52 am

    Oh, that nest! You give me hope that spring will come.
    Always a blessing, Patti!

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  7. At Rivercrest Cottage says

    March 2, 2016 at 12:22 pm

    surprised to learn they aren’t real. looks so pretty and the nest just makes it so charming.

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  8. Sharon H says

    March 2, 2016 at 4:42 pm

    Oh do I ever relate to this one, Patti! How I would LOVE to be able to make floral arrangements….but that’s not my particular forte. However, when I do arrange some things, I step back and say…..yeah…I kinda like that. Or Uhm, not quite what I was going for…LOL. Then I start moving some here or bending (the wire stems) “thata way””, and step back again….sometimes it doesn’t take too long to get it where I want it….
    hahaha.

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  9. Bernideen's Tea Time, Cottage and Garden says

    March 3, 2016 at 12:19 am

    Your arrangement turned out lovely. Don’t change a thing. The FTD thing is boring: 3 or this and 5 of that. Don’t do it!

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  10. Julie says

    March 3, 2016 at 8:41 am

    What a beautiful arrangement! I think you did a beautiful job with it!

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  11. Kiki Nakita says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:10 am

    Patti,

    What a beautiful spring arrangement. I especially like the soft pink tulips and the basket of eggs, so sweet.

    Here from Share Your Cup,
    ~Kiki~

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  12. Angelina @ Peonies & Orange Blossoms says

    March 3, 2016 at 5:50 pm

    This is really pretty! I like the birds nest in it! I didn’t realize these flowers were fake at first! Thanks for sharing at Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop!

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  13. Ann Marie @ Iris Abbey says

    March 4, 2016 at 6:13 am

    Wow! What an exuberant bouquet. How could it not bring a smile to the face. It is quite lovely. I saw your link at Angie’s Knick of Time/Talk of the Town party.

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  14. Alaina says

    March 5, 2016 at 7:40 am

    I think the arrangement turned out beautiful. I love the colors you chose and the nest is icing on the cake. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  15. sandi magle says

    March 6, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    I personally love unbalanced arrangements, they are far more interesting. I absolutely hated when i had to make one of those “perfect” arrangements. This is lovely and I’m smiling at it too….your room has really come together, Sandi

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  16. Carol Cook says

    March 6, 2016 at 12:52 pm

    I know that there are rules for arranging bouquets, but for my house, I simply goes with what makes me happy.

    I love your bouquet and the urn you used . I need to find something like it.

    Thanks for sharing at SYC.

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  17. Pat says

    March 7, 2016 at 7:26 am

    Patti,
    What a BEAUTIFUL post! Makes me oh-so-ready for spring!!!! Love your artistic flair…and a wee bit jealous, too…
    At least I can enjoy it by following your blog 😉

    Thank you for sharing this at Coffee & Conversation – love having you there each week!!

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  18. Pat says

    March 7, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    Patti,
    My MoMa always said, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.”
    This Spring arrangement is beautiful, dear friend!
    I adore the , by accident, bird’s nest within the French Urn!
    Thank you for lifting my spirits today.
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  19. Jann Olson says

    March 7, 2016 at 6:23 pm

    Patti, I think it is gorgeous and I love the nest tucked inside! There are really some pretty faux flowers now days. I agree, what looks pretty to you is what’s perfect! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  20. Lind says

    March 7, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    Clearly your arrangement is gorgeous! Love the urn too. Give yourself some more credit….LOL Thanks for sharing at DI&DI.

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  21. Pinky says

    March 7, 2016 at 9:44 pm

    I am a floral designer and can say that your arrangement is BEAUTIFUL! You could sell it in any shop! Your fauxs are fabulous. I worked in a place that was/is a huge warehouse filled with great faux flowers, trees, bushes, baskets, containers etc. I worked in the design room and loved it! Have a great day!!!

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  22. Laura says

    March 9, 2016 at 7:29 am

    I love your tip about mixing really good faux flowers with less expensive ones.
    I also see blue and white peeking through your lovely arrangement- which I love!

    I hope you will join us at Thoughts of Home on Thursday. This would be a fabulous contribution!

    Laura
    White Spray Paint

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  23. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique says

    March 9, 2016 at 10:31 pm

    I wouldn’t do a thing to change the arrangement Patti… it is absolutely perfect in my book… or perfectly imperfect! I appreciate you sharing over at Shabbilicious Friday this week and I’m delighted to be featuring your beautiful spring bouquet at tomorrow’s party.
    Hugs ~ Kerryanne

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  24. Gina says

    March 10, 2016 at 9:12 am

    Absolutely beautiful! Wow!

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  25. JES says

    March 11, 2016 at 1:00 pm

    Patti, I can’t stop looking at it! The flowers and colors are mesmerizing and the nest of eggs are just so whimsical 🙂 Thank you for sharing with us on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth!

    Reply
  26. Cindy says

    March 13, 2016 at 3:58 pm

    Gorgeous! So soft and serene and the container is lovely.
    Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

    Reply
  27. Christina says

    March 14, 2016 at 9:46 am

    Absolutely beautiful! The urn is such an elegant take on Spring- when everyone else is going for baskets
    Love the little nest – pinning for inspiration 🙂

    Reply
  28. Leslie says

    March 16, 2016 at 10:18 am

    J’adore!

    Reply

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