Pumpkin Love

I love that in the past few years we have been seeing more and more varieties of pumpkins appearing at local markets and garden centers. 

The classic orange pumpkin still has a warm place in my heart but with a possible 85 or so varieties of pumpkins to choose from - hurray that we are see some new types for fall decorating.

Over the last few years I have been enamored with the white variety but after my visit today to the local garden center - these green ones may be my new favorite.

I have tried growing these in my garden over the last few years with...alas...little success.  Sigh.

I have a few pictures from today's visit - what is your favorite color, shape, and size??  With 85 varieties the possibilities are endless.

 

Happy Fall decorating!!

Such a pretty table setting!!

Wonderful Outdoor Showers

Every summer I spend some time on Cape Cod with family and friends. One of the "must haves" is an outdoor shower wherever we stay. There is nothing like the feel of showering outside with the sun shinning, reflecting in the water from the shower, making the world a prettier place.

Late last summer I returned to Ohio, determined to find just the right spot at our house where we could install my coveted outdoor shower. I believe I have found it; privacy, plumbing access, and a bit of a view - all of the main requirement. It's high on this summer's to do list. I will keep you posted on its progress.

I have found a few images to get the creative juices flowing. Which one speaks to you?

S Russell Groves

Sunset, Lake Tahoe Idea House

Jane Hamley

Ethan Fierro

In my Library

Pottery Barn - Outdoor Spaces

Coastal Living - Bogdany





Matangi Resort

Great Outdoor Furniture

With Spring around the corner, I am dreaming about being outdoors. I am thinking about warm summer evenings, of time together with friends, and beautiful outdoor environments where we can unwind and share our stories.

Here are a few furniture groupings to further feed our dreams of lazy summer days...

Michael Taylor - Jennifer Collection

Michael Taylor - Italian Table & Garden Chair

Janus - Dedon

Janus - Leaf

Janus - Daydream