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Saturday, July 13, 2013

Fairy Tale Summer Evenings

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 Enchanting summer evenings have always captivated me! I love puttering around in my yard, inhaling the smell of freshly mowed grass, gathering the freshly cut flowers for a beautiful summer bouquet, or simply walking barefoot on wet, dewy grass as dusk gently falls upon the horizon.
My perennial border is in full bloom, and I'm having so much fun playing in my garden:


"I love the daisies' dance. All the meadow over."
~ Majorie Pickthall~


"Hearts they have of shining gold,
Rays of shining whiteness:"



"Blow, O blow you happy winds,
Singing summer's praises:"


Loving the simple elegance of the beautiful Shasta daisy as dusk slowly descends:

Soft candle light in old mason jars create a fairy tale romance in my garden:


I love blue Mason jars! Any place, any time, any setting, they beckon me:

They look magical in any vignette or tablesetting:

No garden setting can be complete without a little birdie singing a sweet melody:

A little votive burning under a metal cloche renders a dreamy setting:


The simple basket is a recent garage sale find for only a quarter. I applied a coat of gesso to shabby it up a little, and the embossed chipboard tags from Michaels craft store got a coating of chalkboard paint as well:

Love how the chalkboard tag looks with the white flower basket:

The brown kraft paper cones make perfect little posies of daisies:

Click HERE to find the template for the paper cones:

I had transplanted this lavender bush from my front yard last year. I'm happy to say it is doing very well this year in its new location:

Nestled among the Shasta daisies:

My summer favorites:
Summer twilight through the countryside:

Simplicity in summer whites:

Romance of a candlelight:

I hope you liked spending time with me in my summer garden.  I have enjoyed the pleasure of your company and loving comments. Hope you will stop by soon and say hello :)

 Also, my heartfelt thanks to Kathryn @ The Dedicated House for featuring my daughter's Graduation Party: HERE
And Debra @ Common Ground for showcasing my Patriotic Tablescape: HERE
Thank you, ladies you make me smile!

 ~Hugs, Poppy~
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Common Ground: Be Inspired
The Tablescaper: Seasonal Sundays
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32 comments:

  1. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryJuly 13, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    Love your summer garden and I also love shasta daisy's.
    Mary

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  2. Crystal GrandeurJuly 14, 2013 at 2:19 AM



    So beautiful.love the garden.calm and quite.you can spend your silent moments here.thank you for this share..:):)

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  3. CEM MANIASJuly 14, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    Yours is de most amazing garden i have ever seen! So beautiful... Love your blog!!!

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  4. Auro @ Add that Xtra in the OrdinaryJuly 14, 2013 at 11:38 PM

    Oh this is so very very pretty.Love those chalk board tags,and the brown paper cones with blooms in it, everything looks so very dreamy.

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  5. I Gotta Try ThatJuly 15, 2013 at 1:21 PM

    Wow what a beautiful garden. Daisies are one of my favorite flowers. So glad you shared this. I am now on my way to share this on my FB.
    https://www.facebook.com/IGottaTryThat
    Hugs,
    Marcie

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  6. DebbiedoosJuly 15, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    Hi Poppy, I want to come and play in your fairy tale garden. How pretty!

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  7. thepaintedapron.comJuly 15, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    So many pretty photos! I love your chalkboard chipboard tags!
    Jenna

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  8. Tarnished RoyaltyJuly 15, 2013 at 4:40 PM

    Darling projects!! Found you at Met. Monday, now your newest follower. You're welcome to visit my blog anytime :).

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  9. KellyJuly 15, 2013 at 8:40 PM

    That is a lovely area of your garden. I love the lavendar. Wish I could grow it in my region. The daisies are beautiful as well. Looks like your garden is thriving.

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  10. chateau chicJuly 15, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    Love your outdoor vignette on that great bench, Poppy. And your flowers around your yard are beautiful.
    Mary Alice

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  11. Art and SandJuly 16, 2013 at 1:27 AM

    So much to comment on -
    1. Your garden is just wonderful
    2. That basket of daisies is too sweet - I LOVE daisies
    3. Your vignette is perfect
    4. I have a little rusting pole on which I can hang a mason jar - going to copy your idea tomorrow.

    I am glad I popped by.

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  12. GenevaJuly 16, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    What a beautiful "romantic" garden and so beautifully photographed. And, thank you for generously sharing the template for the paper cones; they are so cute!
    Loved it all!
    Blessings!!!
    Geneva

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  13. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 16, 2013 at 9:31 AM

    This is such a beautiful setting and vignette. Gorgeous pics too. Thanks so much for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, marty

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  14. An Oasis in the DesertJuly 16, 2013 at 2:55 PM

    I just love all of your sweet garden vignettes. It makes me long for Fall so we can once again be outside. I'm crazy for the blue mason jars, too!

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  15. The TablescaperJuly 17, 2013 at 1:42 PM

    Your evening looks magical.

    Wonderful to have you at Seasonal Sundays.

    - The Tablescaper

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  16. Two Cottages And TeaJuly 17, 2013 at 8:25 PM

    I so enjoyed touring your lovely garden, so beautiful! Your flowers are so pretty!

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  17. Judy BiggerstaffJuly 17, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    Beautiful garden and your images are stunning. I so love the mason jars and must look for some just like these blue ones.

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  18. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageJuly 17, 2013 at 10:11 PM

    This is so, so pretty, Poppy! I love blue bottles too and your daisies are so happy! Darling vignettes. A magical post. Thanks for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  19. DianeJuly 18, 2013 at 2:55 AM

    Your summer garden is just gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!

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  20. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 12:39 PM

    Beautiful garden and beautiful decorations! Have a great weekend
    Cristina

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  21. UnknownJuly 18, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Your garden is just beautiful and your vignettes are creative and inspiring. Love your blog!
    Erin at Piers and Chandeliers

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  22. Kathy OlsonJuly 18, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    I love mason jars, too!

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  23. Rose Garden MalevikJuly 20, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    Hi Poppi
    your Daisys are really bautiful :)
    nice shots...
    and do not miss.....

    SATURDAY SHOW OFF

    it is FUN :)
    WELCOME
    Håkan ( The Roseman)

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  24. Linda@Coastal CharmJuly 21, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Hello Poppy,
    Love everything that you did her...so much...that you will be feature at my party on Monday:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  25. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 22, 2013 at 11:20 PM

    Poppy, I adore your summer garden! Shasta Daisies are among my favorites too. Everything is wonderful, you're gathering basket, paper cones, and chalkboard tags. You captured it all so beautifully in your photos! I will be featuring you at SYC this week.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  26. KathyJuly 23, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    Love daisies too - the perfect summer flower - love your new basket! The chalkboard tag is a marvelous addition and I too love mason jars. Beautiful photos! I am so delighted you shared with Home and Garden Thursday,
    Kathy

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  27. Gina @ VictorianWannaBeJuly 24, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    WOW, what magazine worthy photos! Gorgeous! Love the daisies in the white basket with the lush green around it. Saw your feature over at Sandi's.
    Have a great week,
    Gina at Victorian Wanna Be

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  28. The Charm of HomeJuly 24, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    Just beautiful!
    Sherry

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  29. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)August 1, 2013 at 8:52 PM

    Hi Poppy, I would love to sit in your pretty flower garden! Daisies are also some of my favorite flowers. My mom was called Daisy by many of her friends and all my bridesmaids carried them at my wedding. Your basket looks wonderful in white. Linda

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  30. Alison @ The PolohouseAugust 2, 2013 at 1:26 AM

    Hi Poppy!

    What a lovely garden you have and I love your chalkboard tag project!
    That is just too sweet.
    Ever since I discovered white chalkboard markers,
    I have looked for ways to use them. THIS is a perfect project!

    :)
    Alison

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  31. Calypso In The CountryAugust 2, 2013 at 10:03 AM

    Beautiful summer garden - and I love the blue mason jars too!
    -Shelley

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  32. UnknownAugust 2, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Oh Poppy! Your garden is stunning! I love all your photos and those little paper cones... FUN! LOVE this post!

    Thank you for sharing and linking up for Fresh-Cut Friday!
    ~Liz

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Thanks for stopping by and for your loving thoughts. They make me smile!Hugs~Poppy