Monday 26 April 2010

Flowers on Monday


Here are some pretty roses in blue and white ginger jars which I couldn't help taking a photo of at mum and dad's today. I don't think anyone has as many blue and white ginger jars as my mother and still she continues to buy more. Whenever we get new blue and white pieces in at the shop she just cannot help but take a few more home...and yes if you look closely {in the background} she does have a hot pink dining room!!

40 comments:

Le said...

great space .. so I wonder is this where you got your great sense of design from :) best le

Ineke Original said...

Wow! How I love this!!!

Carolyn said...

Love your Mother's style - any chance we can some pics of the pink dining room at some stage?

A Flair for Vintage Decor said...

I love the hot pink dining room!

Sandra Darling Visual Art Creations said...

simply gorgeous! flowers on any day ending in Y is the best day for flowers xoxo I love the blue and white against the pinks, divine!

Sandra Darling xoxo

Dianne said...

So Anna these beautiful colors are in your blood...running through your veins. How perfect! Like mother, like daughter.

Anonymous said...

I adore these jars!!! but the pink room makes even happier!!!very beautiful color! how does it feel to have hot pink in the dining room? isn't too screaming?

Natasha @ Northern Light Design said...

So pretty!
This image makes me happy, I can only imagine how fantastic the rest of the house must be!
I would love to see a better view of the diningroom, now that you mentioned it!

Northern Light

Unknown said...

Your parent's home is so fabulous, did you style it or did you inherit the talent from your Mom?
Anyway, it's gorgous!

XX
Victoria

Kate said...

What a style icon! You are so lucky to have it in your genes, I LOVE your mum's set up, GORGEOUS! A hot pink dining room? Fabulous!

Anchor Cottage said...

I can't get over how pretty this picture is, including the hot pink dining room. Thank you for sharing. Mary Ann @ Anchor Cottage

BLUEBUTTERFLY said...

I've only got one such jar that I've treasured for years. I think I'll try a new use for it with fresh flowers this summer.

Thanks,

{Amanda} said...

Goodness- what a beautiful display! And what a lovely dining room color too-I see the family tree is where you've "branched" your style and design =)

Moments and Treasures said...

I too have collected blue and white ginger jars for years, gosh, they look so lovely with the pink accents.

La Dolfina said...

Your Mum's house looks divine... please show us more!

the gardener's cottage said...

Hi Anna,

I would love to see more of your mums home. It looks Absolutely Beautiful!

~janet

Mahala said...

So lovely!

Mélanie A. said...

I can see where your creativity and inspiration comes from

U speak and its like a song said...

Dear Anna! Your flower pictures are always lighten up my day! Thank you so much! This time isn't it in your mom's home? I would love to see more pictures of her beautiful home...maybe you can post some more in the future? Kindest regards from Germany, Alexandra

Unknown said...

oooh, show us the hot pink dining room, pretty please!

Unknown said...

Lovely... so fresh & Spring-Like!


Lindsay
www.adesignstory.com

Cindy said...

Gorgeous roses and ginger jars. I found you in the Canadian House and Homes Magazine today! You have an interesting style, I really like it. Now I'm off to read more of your blog. Hugs, Cindy S from Canada

Laura Bear said...

oooo... your mom & dad have great taste!

My Dream Canvas said...

Lovely jars and a gorgeous arrangement. Do drop by my blog if you get a chance..thanks Anu!!

www.mydreamcanvas.blogspot.com

Mary Jane said...

I love all the blue ginger jars and have started my own small collection. My husband is not as appreciative of them as I am and says things like "why are you decorating with Chinese accessories."

How would you describe the style that blue ginger jars bring to a home? Our home is in Southern CA and is a combination of Tuscan and Seaside style, but at heart I'm really a blue and white girl - I've just had to compromise.

Please help me articulate this to him.

Graciously,
Mary Jane

Sarah B said...

How beautiful! I love all the blue and white, not to mention the hot pink!!

pve design said...

I want to paint it now! Love that hot pink!!!!
pve

Vær våken said...

Wow...sooo beautiful!!

xx

Sandy, Sisters of Season said...

So Pretty! Can't get enough blue and white . .

Punctuation Mark said...

i love roses... they are the best at decorating, aroma and even flavor

Marcus Design said...

Just wanted to drop by and tell you how lovely your article was in House & Home this month!! I really enjoyed it. Your house is beautiful, I especially love the chairs around your dinner table!! Keep up the wonderful work :)
Nancy

Lumen Drops said...

Shot could easily be a magazine cover!

MB said...

Great taste must run in the family! Your mum's house looks lovely:)

Unknown said...

Fantastic color combination! The contrast of the traditional blue and white pottery with hot pink just sings...

Karen

Unknown said...

Beautiful blue and white! Goes with everything.
www.divinedistractions.blogspot.com

Anonymous said...

Your sweet mum has an incredible taste. It's no wonder you're the same. Lovely home, roses and I am just loving those type of vases. I have my eye out for them in my part of the world. I only managed to purchase two cute tea cups at a local philipino market but want some more. Wish me luck with my hunt.

Have a wonderful day.

Unknown said...

Like mother , like daughter.. great style! xx

Coastal Chic- Island Collections said...

Oh my! what a beautiful arrangement. And what an absolutely beautiful relationship both mother and daughter have.

eva said...

Your parents' place is pretty, no wonder you love decorating, i think you got that from parents as well :))

La Petite Gallery said...

This is a fabulous post. Gosh! I like so many things. That quilted sofa fabric is great.

Happy Mother's Day.

yvonne