Tag: Spring Inspiration

16Mar

Spring 2020 Inspiration:  Bring In The Optimism In Color

In these times of uncertainty and fear, it is key to not lose hope nor perspective while taking the precautionary measures recommended by professionals.  Here in Columbus and in New York City, schools are closed, restaurants are only offering take out or delivery and social distancing is the temporary way of living.  I really dislike how the media is using the term “new normal” to refer to this moment of social distancing.  I like to see the glass half full and think that very soon things will be back to normal. 

pink chinoiserie wallpaper, Mcmillen inc via Gracie Studio  
Pink chinoiserie wallpaper, Mcmillen inc via @Graciestudio
Read More…
01May

Spring Inspiration: The Charm of Lemon Trees

spring post lemon in the back of a convetable beetle car

Nothing is more charming than a beautiful lemon tree either in a garden or inside a home.  At the end of this post, you’ll find a selection of potted lemon trees you can buy online as well as a roundup of citrus-infused perfumes ideal for Spring.  Potted lemon trees can be kept outside in the summer and inside in the winter.  To learn how to take care of them indoors read The Truth About an Indoor Lemon Tree.

spring post lemon in the back of a convetable beetle car

Since I can remember my favorite scent has been bergamot.  I seem to gravitate towards perfumes with this citrus undertone which for some reason make me feel incredibly happy.  “Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange, with a yellow or green color similar to a lime, depending on ripeness.  Genetic research into the ancestral origins of extant citrus cultivars found bergamot orange to be a probable hybrid of lemon and bitter orange.  Extracts have been used to scent food, perfumes, and cosmetics. ” Wikipedia

spring post lemon villa fiorentino italy

We started working on our backyard to make it into a garden that is soothing, inviting and very Mediterranean-looking.  There is something to be said about that perfect Mediterranean weather where all the pretty plants and flowers I love seem to thrive.  Here where we live, in zone 6, the cold season can be very hard on olive trees, cypress pine trees, French lavender, and climbing roses but I’m sure there are always alternate options to choose from.  One thing is definite; I want a lemon tree or two or more.  Happy Spring!

Read More…