Wednesday, February 16, 2011

[ branching out ]

IN AN EFFORT to coax spring along, I thought these ideas for decorating with branches might make it come faster (wishful thinking?). Cherry blossoms are one of my favourites but I love the simplicity of clipping any kind of budding branches to display.

lisa


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22 comments:

  1. Janell @ House of FiftyFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:29 AM

    Beautiful! I love branches in a home, particularly when there are some flowers that have bloomed. I am completely ready for Spring!!
    Janell

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  2. Formerly known as FrauFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Love branches too I bought some fake forsythia for a splash of color and love it. Anything helps if it means Spring is that much closer! Have a wonderful day!

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  3. LeanneFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    i'm a pussy willow kind of girl...i've planted some on the property, near a creek, in hopes of having my own source someday. Love the images!

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  4. anitaFebruary 16, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Yes!! My mom would always clip some forsythia branches in early March. The bright yellow is always so cheerful!
    I love the cherry blossoms.

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  5. MeelingFebruary 16, 2011 at 9:36 AM

    So pretty!
    I love the whimsy of the ones in the rubber boots!!

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  6. jeanette from everton terraceFebruary 16, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Gorgeous. I prefer this look to a bunch of flowers, think it's the drama.

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  7. SherryFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:35 AM

    The forced cherry blossoms in the boots is inspired. And as you will see, I have co-opted the cherry blossoms as well!

    xoSherry

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  8. Lissa PierceFebruary 16, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    I love flowering branches.....I have always wanted to bring some in early and force them to bloom for an early touch of spring.

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  9. PineconeFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I am with you. Any branches work for me. I love pretty leafy branches too!
    Great photos!
    xo
    Ashlyn

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  10. Katy @ Pie Bird BlogFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Lovely! I used berry branches on the tables at our wedding - now I always have some scattered in the house :)

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  11. DionneFebruary 16, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Ohmigoodness, I love that they are using the rainboots as urns/vases. OMG! Love it!

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  12. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    I am so with you...I have cherry blossom all through out my home and it's gorgeous! I love these images Xoxoxo 1942charm.blogspot.com

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  13. Carol@TheDesignPagesFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    I couldn't agree more, branches are great for decorating. I'm looking out my window and see little pink buds on the branches so it's almost time to bring them in:) Carol

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  14. elizabeth@themustardceilingFebruary 16, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I love your inspiration photos. They make me excited for spring and all of the beautiful cherry blossoms. Thanks for sharing!

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  15. cabin + cubFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    i love decorating with blossoms too! i am always tempted to clip some off the trees on our street... i don't of course.. i end up going to the florist. ;)

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  16. AngeFebruary 16, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I just love the way blossoms herald in the wonderful season of Spring. Unfortunately here in Queensland we don't get 4 definitive season, just a wet and dry season :o( Oh how I miss seeing all the changing colours and smells. Thanks for this post.
    It's so nice to meet you and I love your blog!
    Angex

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  17. designchicFebruary 16, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Dreaming of Spring...

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  18. UnknownFebruary 17, 2011 at 2:25 AM

    LOVE the branches! Makes me want to run out and find some right now!

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  19. FABRICOTTI notperfectbutniceFebruary 17, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    Great idea. Cheap and dramatically poetique! Now i wonder is anything blossoming in my garden........I dare say not yet! Come on springtime, we need you!

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  20. HeatherFebruary 18, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Oh, these all look so pretty!

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  21. Carissa @ the Fabulous Design FileFebruary 18, 2011 at 12:08 PM

    I LOVE branches. So pretty. The pussy willows are my favorite... I was so fascinated by them growing up.

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  22. RohitMarch 1, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Hi,
    Your blog is good dear please remove this image " Ilse Jacobsen " because your images to hurt me.So please remove as soon as possible.

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