Festive Flowers

This weeks addition of flora sees us heading to the more festive feel. Whilst I myself am waiting upon the joys of a lovely wreath to adorn the front door, I must admit these lovely displays have got me wondering if it may be worth pure mayhem from my cats by placing one of these on my coffee table. I must say though, since the tree gets destroyed one way or another every year, at least they couldn't do much damage here...

...Sorry, was that a famous last words moment?

These are especially eye catching due to the attention to detail my partner in crime has used. I think next year I am going to buy bulk on mini ornaments so she can use those too. Plus, she doesn't know it yet, but I have such ideas to throw at her ready for next years Christmas rush!

This first one covers all traditional ground by putting red roses, holly, oranges and cones all together. But I have to say I love the super cuteness of the little sugar apples.

We keep with a softer range of traditional by putting creams instead of the brighter reds. Plus who can beat a bit of glitter on the flowers. Know this one will look lovely when the candle is lit.

Finally, yep, more tradition... Oh come off it! It is Christmas guys ;) This one reminds me most of the TV Christmas. Films like 'Miracle on 34th Street', that kind of homely tradition. 

And on that note...I would just like to remind all the big kids out there... ONLY 39 DAYS TILL CHRISTMAS!!!
 That reminder goes for everyone who hasn't started their Christmas shopping too ;)

Roses are red, Lavender's...lavender!

First time I've had this week to sit down and do some crafty R and R. I have no coffee table. It is currently hiding under a heap of Christmas decorations that are waiting to go up, and bags of beads, ribbon, cotton, card... in fact, the ancient Egyptians would be so proud of my pyramid making skills. 

But I'm not hear to brag about the mess of my front room. I thought I would instead post some of Helen's new designs. It never ceases to amaze me how a bunch of silk flowers end up looking so bright and vibrant. In all fairness silk is the only way I should go since I have a habit of killing of anything living (plant wise I hasten to add). Unless they happen to be ferns. Then for some reason they love me. 

So here is the first one. A lovely arrangement of whites with lavender. A small amount of ribbon and plenty of green. All displayed in a short stemmed glass. Pretty impressive as far as I am concerned. I have been told that the use of ribbons should be kept to a minimum when doing a good arrangement - stick to the greenery instead. Apparently florists love ribbon to fill gaps because it's cheap, but lets look at facts, I've had a few arrangements that were more ribbon than flower, and they weren't all that. 

The second one is my personal favourite out the two (I know, I shouldn't be biased... but I'm only human(ish)). This was created using ivy, red silk and white roses. They are all carefully displayed in a wooden pot with handle, so ideal for a table dec or something to hang on the wall. Love versatility in all things. I just love the angles and the way the colours really gel to make something that could be quite plain, into something really eye catching.

Once again my partner in crime as she will be formally known to the world, has once again out done herself. I have been assured that there have been more made, and are awaiting my camera to take the snaps. 

Like either one, they will be going on sale via Folksy and Helen has been sure to drill into me that all you need to do is drop us a message (email, blog or shop) and she will happily discuss designs and themes with anyone interested.

However, considering my hands are like ice and I have a pile of crafty stuff to play with on my coffee table, I'm off to make something... well... something ;) And drink coffee... and dream of eating cake!