tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-63063075262974593952024-03-13T04:25:52.033-07:00Backwoods CottagePamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.comBlogger410125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-16157447412024890592015-06-15T15:31:00.002-07:002015-06-15T15:53:46.281-07:00Fabulous Potting Bench InspirationsPotting Bench Inspirations<br />
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One thing I love in my garden is a potting bench. Mine sits on my back
deck and doubles as a serving area when we entertain in the summer. We built this together a few years back and it is one of our favorite DIYs still. Click on the photo to see how we did it! <br />
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There is nothing like a bbq with friends in the great outdoors. Am I right? With so many potting bench ideas there is something for everybody. Mix and match elements to create your own! <br />
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This next one was built by<a href="http://designdreamsbyanne.blogspot.ca/2013/05/potting-bench-part-i.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Anne of Design Dreams by Anne</a>. She is an amazing builder and she shares how she built hers too. I love it when there is all the building details when I find something online that makes my heart skip a beat. I may never get to building it but at least if I ever want to I have it!<br />
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<a href="http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/06/potting-bench-challenge.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Becky at Beyond the Picket Fence</a> has a working sink in hers. You gotta love a potting bench in bright colors and has a working sink! I also adore the potting soil drawer. This is truly a hard working potting bench but oh so fun looking.<br />
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Add a little roof and a brick floor and you pretty much have a potting bench garden room. Isn't this a sweet set up from <a href="http://fishtailcottage.blogspot.com//search?q=+potting+bench" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fishtail Cottage. </a><br />
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How about taking an old china cabinet flea market find and turning it into this! <a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/makeovers/furniture/repurposed-potting-bench/#page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Better Homes and Gardens</a> even shares how to do it yourself. <a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/makeovers/furniture/repurposed-potting-bench/#page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><a href="http://www.bhg.com/decorating/makeovers/furniture/repurposed-potting-bench/#page=1" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a><br />
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Another great potting bench set up on <a href="http://www.bhg.com/gardening/design/styles/rustic-garden/#page=3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BHG</a>...I love the signs alongside. Actually I love it all! <br />
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Have you seen any good potting benches lately? <br />
Until next time...<br />
Happy Gardening!<br />
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<br />Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-53594056857676896492014-10-24T14:18:00.000-07:002014-10-24T14:18:05.296-07:00Trugs & Toolboxes, stylish storage<div style="text-align: center;">
What a great Fall day it is and I have been enjoying working in my little studio cottage while watching the deer munch apples that drop from my neighbors trees. <br /> I need to ask to pick some to make apple pie biscuits with. I don't want to go buy apples when I have a ton daily falling to the ground all around me. <br />They don't go to waste as the deer and bears are sure to snap them up before the night is out but I am sure the local critters won't mind if I use some to bake with. <br />Lately I have been in the building mode again. I made myself this sweet little rustic looking box to hold my white dishes.</div>
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I love white dishes so I keep these out on my counter but needed to save space (we are always needing more counter space) so the idea for this box came to mind. <br />I have built wood <a href="http://backwoodscottage.blogspot.com/2011/03/turning-pallet-into-garden.html" target="_blank">toolboxes</a> in the past..and I still use them. The only difference with this one is no need for handles. <br />After taking the photo above I decided to have some fun with it and did a fun Fall vignette with it.<br /><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ShkIkgIHCXQ/VEq01xZtmXI/AAAAAAAANgA/Pp_Mkw9HYQw/s1600/DIY%2Bvintage%2Bbox%2C%2BFlowerPatchFarmhouse.com%2B%2816%2Bof%2B16%29.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ShkIkgIHCXQ/VEq01xZtmXI/AAAAAAAANgA/Pp_Mkw9HYQw/s1600/DIY%2Bvintage%2Bbox%2C%2BFlowerPatchFarmhouse.com%2B(16%2Bof%2B16).jpg" /></a><br />I love the subtle colors of the hydrangeas with the little white pumpkins.<br /><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-IPY6EIJkrd0/VEq1IddlDUI/AAAAAAAANgI/HsGlzcNgcOA/s1600/DIY%2Bvintage%2Bbox%2C%2BFlowerPatchFarmhouse.com%2B(17%2Bof%2B16)-001.jpg" />I have found many other trugs and toolboxes online for more added inspiration.<br />I just love this gorgeous color of this one<a href="http://vibekedesign.blogspot.it/" target="_blank"> </a></div>
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And there are plenty of DIY instructions out there as well.</div>
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<a href="http://www.confessionsofaserialdiyer.com/diy-vintage-inspired-toolbox-from-old-fence-pickets/" target="_blank">DIY Toolbox</a><br />That was just one of many, I did one as well <a href="http://backwoodscottage.blogspot.com/2011/03/turning-pallet-into-garden.html" target="_blank">TOOLBOX</a></div>
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<a href="http://backwoodscottage.blogspot.com/2011/03/turning-pallet-into-garden.html" target="_blank"> </a><img alt="DSC_0010" border="0" height="430" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_kJJBBCqDE_c/TZC3bxaGssI/AAAAAAAAAk0/XWmj-FVKFyY/DSC_0010_thumb%5B1%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" style="background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; border-left: 0px; border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" title="DSC_0010" width="644" /><br />For many more trug or wood toolbox ideas and inspiration check out my Pinterest Board dedicated to it.<a href="http://www.pinterest.com/FlowerpatchPam/toolboxes-and-trugs/" target="_blank"> </a></div>
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Pinterest Board <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/FlowerpatchPam/toolboxes-and-trugs/" target="_blank">TOOLBOXES & TRUGS</a><br />If you are needing a bit of storage or just a fun project to do this is it. <br />There is nothing more satisfying than gazing upon something you have made yourself. </div>
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Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-67247360054804406302014-09-19T12:16:00.001-07:002014-09-19T12:16:46.258-07:00Build Yourself a Farmhouse Bench<p>Are you ready to build something??<br>This project is fairly easy and straightforward.<br>I have had this on my Summer “to do” list and am just now getting around to it.<br>But this could easily be a Fall project. <br>How to Build a Victorian Garden Bench.<br>An easy DIY!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-build-a-victorian-garden-bench/victorian-garden-bench-f2-2-of-23/"><img alt="How to Build a Victorian Garden Bench" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Victorian-Garden-Bench-F2-2-of-23.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Use it on your front porch, in the garden or even in the house. <br>Dress her up in pumpkins, potted mums or just leave her plain. <br>She is a pretty thing all alone.<br>Now to the nitty gritty of how to get her built.<br>I used standard pine lumber from the local lumber yard.<br>Materials List<br>One 1 x 12 at 8 feet long (for seat and legs)<br>One 1 x 6 at 10 feet long (for sides)<br><em>you could use an 8 foot board but it would be just barely long enough</em><br>nails or screws, you choose<br>Wood glue<br>Cut your 1 x 12’s<br>1 Seat @ 48″ long<br>2 Legs @18″ long<br>Cut your 1 x 6<br>2 Sides @ 48″ long<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/?attachment_id=6279"><img alt="DIY Victorian Garden Bench 1, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (1 of 24)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/DIY-Victorian-Garden-Bench-1-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-1-of-24.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a></p> <p>To see the rest of this post <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-build-a-victorian-garden-bench/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a><br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-build-a-victorian-garden-bench/" target="_blank"><img alt="Victorian Garden Bench F1 (15 of 23)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/Victorian-Garden-Bench-F1-15-of-23.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a><br>Happy Building!</p> <p><a href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-nvlW06yIVcw/VByBGO6WkQI/AAAAAAAANcE/Z7nXdL0VpQc/s1600-h/signaturePamela%25255B3%25255D.png"><img title="signaturePamela" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-rGFuK40FLi4/VByBG_8ixGI/AAAAAAAANcI/pjd-1XgmL1E/signaturePamela_thumb%25255B1%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-80415131627630837002014-09-16T13:27:00.001-07:002014-09-16T13:27:23.210-07:00Custom Ruler Growth Chart with Wings!<p>I hope this finds you well.<br>I have had a rushed week and I am not sure why. One day ran into another and zip…<br>it is Thursday!<br>I have been attempting to get several custom orders done and ready to ship.<br>My favorite this week is this custom growth chart.<br>I am loving how it turned out. <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/a-diy-growth-chart-with-planes-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-2/"><img alt="A DIY Growth Chart with planes, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/A-DIY-Growth-Chart-with-planes-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_1.jpg" width="447" height="1100"></a> <p>I started with a 1 x 6 pine board and stained it with MinWax Dark Oak stain then let it dry thoroughly. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-1-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 1, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-1-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I started with adding marks for the lines at the feet increments with a ruler and Sharpie.<br>I should’ve used my triangle to make sure my lines were straight but I could not find it in my messy cabinet.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-2-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-com-2-of-13/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 2, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com .com (2 of 13)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-2-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-.com-2-of-13.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I put down the painters tape to make sure the lines were of equal length.<br>For the numbers I used a stencil I got at Hobby Lobby a year or so ago.<br>If you don’t have a stencil you can also print them out and use graphite paper then fill in like I <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-i-do-hand-lettering-for-my-signs/">shared here</a><br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-4-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-com-5-of-13/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 4, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com .com (5 of 13)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-4-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-.com-5-of-13.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I go back and add in the inch marks.<br>Then at 6 inches I make a slightly longer than the inch but shorter than the foot mark. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-5-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-com-6-of-13/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 5, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (6 of 13)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-5-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.com-6-of-13.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>All of that is the tedious part, now comes the fun!<br>Adding the airplanes.<br>I based in the general shape with white so the colors would pop.<br>Notice the little mark under the propeller that is a faux pas. <br>That is easy to fix, take a q-tip dipped in alcohol and rub it right out, alcohol removes acrylic paint.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-3-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-com-4-of-13/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 3, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com .com (4 of 13)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-3-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-.com-4-of-13.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Next add in the colors to make your design.<br>I had copied the design on the babies crib set and decor.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-with-planes-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart with planes, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-with-planes-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="447" height="1100"></a>Oh, I nearly forgot!<br>Print out with your inkjet or laser printer the name you need to paint on!<br>Here is the video where I show you how to paint lettering. <p>Here I am about to transfer the lettering to the board then I fill in with black paint.<br>I typically print the wording in “outline” mode to save on ink but this time I missed that step.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-custom-growth-chart-with-wings/diy-growth-chart-6-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-com-7-of-13/"><img alt="DIY Growth Chart 6, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (7 of 13)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Growth-Chart-6-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.com-7-of-13.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>There is room for more names, if needed, in the future.<br>I am working on more painting videos.<br>I am thinking a better or more complete one of how to paint the hydrangeas is in order.<br>I have a new microphone for my camera on order so I hope that will help in better audio on the next videos.<br>Okay, enough chatter from me.<br>Happy Painting! <p><a href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-b129Q7V6zIg/VBidGG2sBLI/AAAAAAAANbE/ab2uhxgrkf4/s1600-h/signaturePamela%25255B3%25255D.png"><img title="signaturePamela" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-xBH8V8kot24/VBidIqrTQVI/AAAAAAAANbM/D2zzEUU_wyU/signaturePamela_thumb%25255B1%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-70719183334267170582014-08-24T12:17:00.001-07:002014-08-24T12:17:33.209-07:00Hand Paint Faux Vintage Seed Packet signs<p align="center"><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/faux-vintage-crate-signs/"><img alt="Vintage Crate Seed Packet Sign Art, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Vintage-Crate-Seed-Packet-Sign-Art-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="463"></a><br>As promised in my last post I am back to show you how to paint the radishes and carrots to finish off your faux vintage signs. <br>If you missed the last post on building the faux crate sign just <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/faux-vintage-crate-signs/">Click Here</a> or on Photo Above<br>At the end of this post is a link to the pattern for these signs along with a supply list. <br>Nothing fancy, but it is what I had sketched up and/or printed for these and you might find them useful.<br>First lay out your pattern or copy the one in the link onto your surface with graphite paper.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-16-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (16 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-16-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>I used a #12 flat to paint the background leaves.<br>Double load the brush with Black Forest Green and Avocado.<br>Stroke in the leaves using a elongated scallop stroke.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-19-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (19 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-19-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>You can let that dry for a minute or two while you get out your next colors.<br>For the lighter leaves I used a #10 flat brush and double loaded with Avocado and Celery Green.<br>Again stroke in a elongated scallop stroke.<br>If you prefer you can let the first coat dry and do another to get the lighter green more opaque.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-20-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (20 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-20-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>I did not get a photo of it but the radishes needs to be undercoated with white at this point. <br>On a dark surface craft paints are dulled so if you want a color to show up brighter always undercoat with white.<br>After the white dries paint in the radishes with Cranberry Wine.<br>Reds are not opaque so you may want to do a couple coats.<br>After Cranberry Wine dries, then paint on some Alizarin Crimson on areas you want some brighter red.<br>Let that dry, then add a touch of Primary red.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-25-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (25 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-25-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>To add some highlights add a touch of white in a slight comma stroke to a curve.<br>And a line of white at the tip with the edge of your brush.<br>Add a shadow under the middle radish with cranberry wine mixed with a touch of black.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-26-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (26 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-26-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>Now on to the carrot<br>Again draw on your carrots.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-27-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (27 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-27-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>I failed to photograph the foliage on the carrot, but basically you pounce in Evergreen with a scruffy brush, then add a touch of Irish Moss as a highlight.<br>If you look at the foliage in the photos you can see how I did it and I hope to add the video soon.<br>I undercoated in Georgia Clay and a #10 flat brush.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-29-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (29 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-29-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>Let that dry then go over that with Tangelo Orange.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-30-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (30 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-30-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>Add dimension with some shadowing, sideload the brush corner with Burnt Umber and stroke along areas to simulate creases.<br>With a liner brush add some little roots.</p> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/radish-carrot-painting-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-32-of-36/"><img alt="Radish & Carrot Painting, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (32 of 36)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Radish-Carrot-Painting-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-32-of-36.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a><br>Once the paint dries thoroughly either wax over it all to protect or use a coat of Varathane (only water base, an oil base will lift acrylic paints)<br>Oh, I almost forgot.<br>To do the lettering just trace over the Radish or Carrot pattern onto your surface and fill in with black paint.<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1VURtfGH8o&list=UUV0IIi-KoS__bcMTyIzNHCA">Click here</a> to view a video on how I do my lettering for most signs.<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1VURtfGH8o&list=UUV0IIi-KoS__bcMTyIzNHCA"><img alt="July 23 (2 of 40)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/July-23-2-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a> <br>The bottom is a simple banner I taped off with painters tape and filled in then added the lettering after printing it out in Word.<br>Scott is my maiden name so that is why I picked Scott Seed Co. to add the finishing touch.<br>Here they are hanging in my studio over my painting table.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/vintage-seed-packet-signs-flowerpatchfarmhouse/"><img alt="vintage seed packet signs, FlowerPatchFarmhouse" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/vintage-seed-packet-signs-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.jpg" width="708" height="1100"></a><br>I mentioned before that I am working on the video to accompany this post, when I made it for some reason the microphone did not work so now I have to go back over and add the narration.<br>I will add the link to it as soon as I am done adding the audio.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/faux-vintage-crate-signs/vintage-crate-seed-packet-signs-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Vintage Crate Seed Packet Signs, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Vintage-Crate-Seed-Packet-Signs-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="679" height="1100"></a><br>Or if you prefer…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-radish-and-carrot-vintage-seed-packet-sign-cont/diy-vintage-signs-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="DIY Vintage Signs, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/DIY-Vintage-Signs-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="622" height="1100"></a><br>Paint away and make yourself some vintage seed packets signs soon.<br><a href="https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yukfk4x8uax2jj6/AAB_0Q602qARx3uzMBIorvqPa/Vintage%20Crate%20Sign">Download patterns and painting supply list</a></p> <p align="center">Happy Painting!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-8772599713279445372014-08-22T07:34:00.001-07:002014-08-22T07:34:55.348-07:00Our Favorite Broccoli Salad<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/our-favorite-broccoli-salad/broccoli-bacon-salad/"><img alt="Broccoli Bacon Salad, Flower Patch Farmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Broccoli-Bacon-Salad.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>I have made this recipe a thousand times.<br>In many variations.<br>But this one is really our favorite.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/our-favorite-broccoli-salad/broccoli-salad-great-summer-eatin/"><img alt="Broccoli Salad Great Summer Eatin'" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Broccoli-Salad-Great-Summer-Eatin.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>It is filled with all sorts of yummy goodness.<br>My photos do not do it justice.<br>It seems my Lightroom has overexposed everything…anyone else have this issue??<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/our-favorite-broccoli-salad/broccoli-salad-makin/"><img alt="Broccoli Salad makin, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Broccoli-Salad-makin.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>This salad is so easy to make and great all year round, not just in summer.<br>Now that I have tempted you to give it a whirl here is the recipe. <p>Please <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/our-favorite-broccoli-salad/" target="_blank">click here</a> to hop over to my other blog where I have the recipe plugin to print the recipe. I hope that isn’t too inconvenient. <br>Enjoy! <br><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-sFWSh3XUun4/U_dVAjEmQxI/AAAAAAAANXg/Kh3XXqpSl3Y/s1600-h/signaturePamela%25255B3%25255D.png"><img title="signaturePamela" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-pNMN7n5LMS8/U_dVCagKb3I/AAAAAAAANXo/hVEYYV2ihZA/signaturePamela_thumb%25255B1%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-40335399637245174372014-08-08T06:56:00.001-07:002014-08-08T06:56:58.688-07:00Chicken Art with DecoArt Chalky Finish Paint<p align="center"><em>Disclosure: I was provided with the Chalky Finish Paint by DecoArt but the usage, opinions and ideas are my own. </em> <p align="center"><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint-flowerpatchfamrhouse-com/"><img alt="chicken coop sign art with DecoArt Chalky Finish Paint, FlowerPatchFamrhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/chicken-coop-sign-art-with-DecoArt-Chalky-Finish-Paint-FlowerPatchFamrhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="467"></a>As odd as it may seem, this project is one I have wished to tackle for some time. <br>With such a range of colors available in DecoArts Chalky Finish paint I thought it would be fun to paint art work and not just furniture. <br>I do love it on furniture, in fact I am working on a table now with a mix of DecoArt Chalky Finish colors that is similar to MMS Eulalie Sky. <br>But that is for another post.<br>I started with a 1 x 12 piece of lumber, cut it to size (this one is 20inches) and painted on a base coat of Americana Decor Chalky Finish paint in Rustic.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-1-of-4/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (1 of 4)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-1-of-4.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I let that dry and give it a coat of DecoArt Americana Decor Crackle Medium<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-2-of-4/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (2 of 4)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-2-of-4.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I either apply this with a brush or a foam roller. I prefer a foam roller as it makes the crackling a bit more to my liking.<br>I let the crackle medium dry then I painted on the color Everlasting.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-3-of-4/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (3 of 4)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-3-of-4.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I use painters tape to tape off the border, Frog Tape or Scotch Blue, both work well.<br>Once I have the edge sealed well with tape I paint in the border. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-4-of-4/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (4 of 4)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-4-of-4.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I started with Cameo color then after that dried I added on a layer of Rouge for a deep red.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-6-of-3/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (6 of 3)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-6-of-3.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Next I draw on the design, typically using a pattern and transfer paper.<br>I start layering in colors of paint.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-7-of-3/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (7 of 3)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-7-of-3.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I have to mix a few colors from time to time to get a deeper or a specific color tone.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-8-of-3/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (8 of 3)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-8-of-3.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>The paint is very opaque and gives good coverage. <br>I did use a bottled acrylic to do the shadowing and lettering but the majority of this sign was painted with DecoArt Americana Chalky Finish Paint!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/art-with-decoart-chalky-finish-paint/chicken-coop-sign-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-9-of-1/"><img alt="Chicken Coop Sign, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (9 of 1)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Chicken-Coop-Sign-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-9-of-1.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Now to wrap it up and ship to the customer. <br>I have more paintings using this paint in mind so stayed tuned.<br>Happy Painting!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-68000016978293460572014-08-03T07:16:00.001-07:002014-08-03T07:16:04.096-07:00Happy August!<p> <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/july-23-16-of-40/"><img alt="vintage rose (Pams Pink) and a bumblebee" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-16-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Every morning I walk the garden with my coffee, chat with the bumblebees, dead head a few flowers to encourage more blooms, and breathe deep of the cool, sweet scent of a summers morning.<br>I will share some things I saw this morning. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/july-23-24-of-40/"><img alt="Oriental Lily" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-24-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>The Oriental Lilies are blooming and perfuming the entire garden. <br>The Stargazer Lilies are just fabulous.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/stargazer-lily-28-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Stargazer Lily 28, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Stargazer-Lily-28-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>The Morning Glories are opening up, they like the heat.<br>These climb the lattice that obscures the untidiness under our back deck.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/morning-glories-8-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Morning Glories 8, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Morning-Glories-8-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Cerise Queen Yarrow, this one comes in several shades of pink. <br>This bright Fuschia is a stunner. <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/cerise-queen-yarrow-8-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Cerise Queen Yarrow 8, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Cerise-Queen-Yarrow-8-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>My Nearly Wild Rose is reblooming.<br>With those needle nose beetles gone the petals are not all pitted and holey.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/nearly-wild-rose-8-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Nearly Wild Rose 8, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Nearly-Wild-Rose-8-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>The Pow Wow Wildberry Echinacea nearby is just exploding with vibrant color.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/pow-wow-echinacea-coneflower-8-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Pow Wow Echinacea Coneflower 8, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Pow-Wow-Echinacea-Coneflower-8-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>The Peace Rose is giving me full bouquets on a single cane.<br>Get a load of this luscious gorgeousness…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/peace-rose-28-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Peace Rose 28, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Peace-Rose-28-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a>I took a close up so I could try to paint it one day.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/peace-rose-38-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Peace Rose 38, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Peace-Rose-38-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I was tickled pink when I spotted this…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/trumpet-vine-28-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Trumpet Vine 28, FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Trumpet-Vine-28-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="532"></a>It is a Trumpet Vine getting ready to bloom!<br>I started this one and several others from seeds I collected at an acquaintance’s home, the parent is just gorgeous and a hummingbird magnet.<br>I was beginning to think it would not bloom here as I put it in this spot 3 years ago and over the past few summers got not one bloom.<br>But look at it now. I couldn’t be happier!<br>Maybe that is typical of Trumpet Vine started from seed, 3 years to bloom but since this is my first I would not know.<br>I am especially pleased by the 2 pink roses I planted beside my little Cottage/Studio<br>I had transplanted them late last Fall and did not know if they would take.<br>I love the pink against the yellow.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/build-your-own-crafting-cottage-or-garden-shed/"><img alt="FlowerPatchFarmhouse Garden Cottage Studio July 2014 8" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/FlowerPatchFarmhouse-Garden-Cottage-Studio-July-2014-8.jpg" width="800" height="876"></a>I have tons more photos I could show but I know your eyes are already glazing over so I shall stop.<br>One more thing to share….<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/fabulous-morning-in-the-garden/vintage-crate-seed-packet-signs/"><img alt="Vintage Crate Seed Packet Signs FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/Vintage-Crate-Seed-Packet-Signs.jpg" width="800" height="400"></a>These are one of my latest projects and I hope to share the tutorial on making them very soon<br>(note the disclaimer “hope”, I had planned on making that tutorial this week and things popped up that got in the way. Ever have that happen??).<br>Oh well, such is life.<br>Now that I have built your anticipation I will bid you adieu!<br>Have a great day!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-12608348121427807452014-08-01T11:36:00.001-07:002014-08-01T11:36:48.765-07:00Old Buckets and a Half Wine Barrel<p align="center"><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel-flowerpatchfarmhouse/"><img alt="Old Buckets & a Wine Barrel FlowerPatchFarmhouse" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Old-Buckets-a-Wine-Barrel-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a></p> <p align="center">A couple years ago I did a post on my <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/buckets-of-flowers/">old buckets planter</a>.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/buckets-of-flowers/"><br></a>Nothing fancy but it has always been a favorite of mine.<br>I loved turning these old buckets into a feast for the eyes.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/old-buckets-to-beautiful-planter-www-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Old Buckets to Beautiful Planter www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Old-Buckets-to-Beautiful-Planter-www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="800" height="496"></a>I have planted them with violas for pretty spring but frost proof loveliness..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/old-buckets-and-violas-www-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Old Buckets and Violas www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Old-Buckets-and-Violas-www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="654" height="800"></a>then when things heated up and the violas drooped I traded them out for some petunias…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/old-buckets-and-petunias-www-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Old Buckets and Petunias www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Old-Buckets-and-Petunias-www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a><br>Sometimes I added in other things like lobelia and sweet potato vine..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/vintage-buckets-flower-tower-www-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Vintage Buckets Flower Tower www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Vintage-Buckets-Flower-Tower-www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="622" height="800"></a>Because of the drought I have consolidated some of my planters,….<br>less to water.<br>So I moved my smaller buckets to a half wine barrel on my back deck and filled them again with petunias<br>(some were already coming up from seed in the barrel),<br>lobelia and a sweet potato vine I had over wintered.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/old-buckets-in-a-wine-barrel-www-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Old Buckets in a Wine Barrel www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Old-Buckets-in-a-Wine-Barrel-www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com_.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a><br>They are filling in so quickly and if you look real close you can see some lobelia, though I do think the vigorous petunias may completely overshadow it soon.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/old-buckets-a-wine-barrel/dsc_0047/"><img alt="DSC_0047" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/DSC_0047.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>I am always on the look out for old galvanized buckets and tubs, I can’t seem to get enough.<br>This sits on my back deck in full view of my kitchen window and the sliding glass doors of the dining area. <br>I never tire of this view and when it cools down again, too cool for petunia and lobelia it will again be festooned with violas.<br>Now to find some old wash tubs, you know the square shaped ones that had a stand.<br>I did find new ones, you can even get a clothes wringer to go with it.<br>Probably not a bad idea if we had some kind of disaster where we had no electricity, at least we could have clean clothes.<br>Other than working in the garden I have been painting away…I will share what I have been painting next time.<br>Ta ta…Until next time.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-13370931935317566822014-07-30T18:07:00.001-07:002014-07-30T18:07:49.981-07:0018 DIY Greenhouses You Can Make!<p>I have loved gardening since I can’t remember when.<br>A greenhouse is a great help to all us gardeners and a DIY greenhouse is very doable.<br>You don’t need to invest a lot of $$$ to enjoy the benefits. <br>With the help of <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/">Hometalk</a> sharers I created a <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/b/2065696/diy-greenhouse">clipboard of DIY greenhouses</a>.<br><a href="http://www.hometalk.com/b/2065696/diy-greenhouse"><img alt="hometalk curated board of greenhouses" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/flowerpatchfarmhouse2407.jpg" width="560" height="1020"></a>I found 18 different greenhouses built from reclaimed or inexpensive materials. <br>There is a range of sizes and designs.<br>I have a pricier kit greenhouse and I do love it but the spot it is sitting gets no sun in the winter, at all. <br>But I still utilize it as best I can.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/diy-greenhouses-i-found-on-hometalk/greenhouse-8/"><img alt="greenhouse 8" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/greenhouse-8.jpg" width="800" height="600"></a>I start seeds and cuttings for new plants.<br>It is always a thrill for me to see new growth and life from a tiny seed or a slip from another plant.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/tons-of-free-plants-propagate-from-cuttings/"><img alt="free plants from cuttings" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/FreePlantsFromCuttings.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>This summer I wanted to be able to extend my garden season into much later in the year and even try to grow greens and cool weather crops into the winter.<br>So I came up with this idea.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/"><img alt="DIY Easy greenhouse" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/DIY-Hog-Panel-Greenhouse-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_-669x1024.jpg" width="669" height="1024"></a>With this one I can cover it with the clear plastic come cooler temps but in the summer when I want my garden plants to get the full rays of the sun I can just remove the cover.<br>I can build up raised beds if I feel the need or not.<br>And I hope that next Spring I can get a jump start on all my veggies!<br>I will be sure to report back on any progress or failures of this experimental hoop/greenhouse. <p><a href="http://www.hometalk.com/pamelagroppe/posts"><img alt="Pamela at Hometalk" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/hometalk2.jpg" width="800" height="708"></a>For plenty of garden and other inspiration feel free to <a href="http://www.hometalk.com/pamelagroppe/posts">follow me on Hometalk</a>.<br>Until next time..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-70736462529376528632014-07-29T14:49:00.001-07:002014-07-29T14:49:43.892-07:00July Garden Beauty<p>It has been awhile since I shared my garden and not just an individual type of flower. <br>Life gets ahead of me sometimes. <br>I meant to write yesterday, I had a lot to say…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/firefighter-rose-8/"><img alt="A fragrant red rose named to honor valiant people who serve" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/firefighter-rose-8.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>(<em>Firefighter Rose</em>)<br>I wanted to tell you I will be around more…<br>I should be able to share more photos of the garden. <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/dream-weaver-8/"><img alt="A climbing rose planted next to my studio/craft cottage" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/dream-weaver-8.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>(<em>Dream Weaver planted next to my <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/build-your-own-crafting-cottage-or-garden-shed/">Studio/Crafting Cottage</a></em>)<br>All this rampant gorgeousness deserves an audience.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/queen-elizabeth-8/"><img alt="Queen Elizabeth Rose, a hardy soul." src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Queen-Elizabeth-8.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>(<em>Queen Elizabeth Rose</em>)<br>I will be able to share more because I will have more time each morning to dawdle in the garden…<br>enjoying the fresh blooms, discovering what may have reseeded in a secret spot.<br>I get to visit with my garden friends who spent the night, perched upon a petal.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/coneflower-bumblebee800/"><img alt="Bumblebee on a Purple Coneflower" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/coneflower-bumblebee800.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>(<em>Purple Coneflower & friend</em>)<br>You see, because of health issues, I have been forced to quit my regular job.<br>Nothing too serious, but it is cause for enough concern that my husband and I decided a change was in order.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/comte-de-chambord/"><img alt="Comte de Chambord" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Comte-de-Chambord.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>(Comte de Chambord)<br>I must tell you about this rose above, it is a vintage portland rose and the scent is heavenly.<br>I need to make cuttings and start a batch, I want a fence covered with these! <p>Now the decision to quit was not made lightly….<br>in fact the loss of that income is a matter of concern.<br>But now I must practice what I preach…<br>not long ago I posted this inspirational quote.<br>It bears repeating….<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/let-your-faith-be-bigger-than-your-fears/"><img alt="Let Your Faith Be Bigger Than Your Fears" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Let-Your-Faith-Be-Bigger-Than-Your-Fears.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>and are words to live by.<br>So, instead of rushing off the clean a bunch of vacation homes and condos, I will work in my studio, garden and get things done around this house that really need catching up.<br>I will list more signs on my website, paint more for the gallery and take a break now and again throughout my day to enjoy the beautiful gifts surrounding us that make me smile.<br>Like…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/july-23-10-of-40/"><img alt="Supersweet 100" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-10-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>A fresh new cherry tomato…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/july-23-11-of-40/"><img alt="Rose Mallow Hibiscus" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-11-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>my Rose Mallow / Hibiscus blooming like it has never bloomed before…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/july-23-34-of-40/"><img alt="The Ladies of the Manor" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-34-of-40.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>the Ladies of the Manor as they greet me at the chicken pen door each morning anxiously awaiting their breakfast…<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/july-23-31-of-40/"><img alt="Zucchetta Trombolina Zucchini" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/July-23-31-of-40.jpg" width="530" height="800"></a> my Zucchetta Trombolina Zucchini climbing the <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/easy-garden-obelisk/">Garden Obelisk</a> I made just for it…<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/i-love-july/grandpa-nute-rose-8/"><img alt="Grandpa Nute rose 8" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Grandpa-Nute-rose-8-678x1024.jpg" width="678" height="1024"></a>and my Grandpa Nute rose greeting me at nearly every step as I ascend the back deck stairs.<br>I have tons of projects too that I should be able to get to.<br>Those I will share on another day.<br>Have a beautiful day and enjoy each breathtaking moment! <p><a href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-YRpiwV7b10U/U9gW7xqApmI/AAAAAAAANSg/DgGchxuhQYw/s1600-h/signaturePamela%25255B3%25255D.png"><img title="signaturePamela" style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-rNsHok3bsLE/U9gW9OKqPII/AAAAAAAANSo/4tCwurKSOdg/signaturePamela_thumb%25255B1%25255D.png?imgmax=800" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-24379840836117597072014-07-28T06:12:00.001-07:002014-07-28T06:12:15.832-07:00Ode to the Echinacea or Coneflower<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/echinacea-or-coneflower-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="Purple Coneflower or Echinacea, Butterflies love this one" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Echinacea-or-Coneflower-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_-712x1024.jpg" width="712" height="1024"></a>Hello...welcome back to the latest flower lovin' post!<br>Today is dedicated to the Echinacea or Coneflower. <br>Echinacea is a native North American genus with about 10 species. They are plants of the prairie and open woods. <br>Echinacea purpurea is by far the most popular. A popular name for them is Purple Coneflower but actually they come in many colors now.<br>Here are some that I personally have in my garden<br>Katie Saul (<a href="http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=d206">one of the Big Sky Series, also known as Summer Sky</a>)<br>The delicate shades of pink have a tinge of yellow filtering towards the petal tip.<br>This one is a hybrid and does not come up from seed. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/katie-saul-echinacea/"><img alt="katie saul echinacea" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/katie-saul-echinacea.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Another hybrid is Tomato Soup.<br>I am not sure about this one, it seems to be faltering and only did well the very first year I had it. But I did transplant it this past Fall and it may need a chance to get a good foothold. <br>Also being it was a dry winter it may need a bit more pampering to really get a start. I had to transplant it as the <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/ode-to-the-daisy/">Crazy Daisy</a> and <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/black-eyed-susan-an-all-american-garden-performer/">Black Eyed Susans</a> were crowding it out.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/tomato-soup-echinacea/"><img alt="tomato soup echinacea" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/tomato-soup-echinacea.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Here is what it looked like back the first year...<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/tomato-soup800/"><img alt="tomato soup800" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/tomato-soup800.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Much nicer, don't you think? Like I said, I will give it a bit of pampering and see what happens. <br>All my others are healthy and happy. <br>I love my White Swan...it is just beginning to come into bloom. <br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/white-swan-echinacea/"><img alt="white swan echinacea" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/white-swan-echinacea.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>A shorter but bright and beautiful is this Pow Wow Wild Berry, it stays about 18 inches rather than getting up to 4 feet as the others can.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/pow-wow-echinacea/"><img alt="pow wow echinacea" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/pow-wow-echinacea.jpg" width="800" height="530"></a>Of course I have the typical Purple Coneflower too but it is anything but ordinary...it reseeds readily and makes a great grouping.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/echinacea-a-grand-garden-flower-and-butterfly-magnet/purple-coneflower/"><img alt="purple coneflower" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/purple-coneflower-678x1024.jpg" width="678" height="1024"></a>Butterflies love it and visit often then come Fall and Winter the birds land to peck the seeds for a hearty meal.<br>Though the Coneflower is drought tolerant it performs best with decent watering. <br>They can tolerate some shade but do best with at least 5 hours of sunlight a day.<br>These here are in a rocky area and do fine but they have a soaker hose at their feet so they get plenty of water without being boggy.<br>Don't over fertilize, they will get leggy and topple over. I don't really add anything but a bit of compost to mine.<br>I do plan on adding more colors, there is a collection out now I wish to try called <a href="http://parkseed.com/echinacea-cheyenne-spirit/p/51231-PK-P1/">Cheyenne Spirit</a> with shades of orange, red and yellow. <br>I will let you know how that goes. <p>I wish you a grand day of gardening! <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-7329652042436922422014-07-19T08:15:00.001-07:002014-07-19T08:15:22.226-07:00DIY Quick and Easy Greenhouse with Hog Panels<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/diy-hog-panel-greenhouse-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com/"><img alt="DIY Hog Panel Greenhouse FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/DIY-Hog-Panel-Greenhouse-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_-669x1024.jpg" width="669" height="1024"></a>I have missed being here to yak with you all.<br>Seems my schedule has become quite action packed which leaves me too exhausted at night to put my thoughts into the written word.<br>But today I get to be home and what a delight that is.<br>I am a homebody by nature and there is no place I would rather be on most days.<br>I want to share something I have tried to get done since early Spring. <br>My garden season starts much later than most and takes awhile to get going.<br>I wanted something to help me get an earlier start and extend my season well into the winter.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-2-of-30/"><img alt="DIY Greenhouse from Hog Panels" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-2-of-30-700x464.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Though this is by no means a glamor shot I wanted to show you an overall picture of my DIY Greenhouse. (don't tell my hubby I am flaunting a photo of his backside to the world, he doesn't read my blog and is clueless)<br>Each one of the hog panels is 5 feet wide so this makeshift greenhouse is 15 feet long. If you didn't manage to do the math that is 3 hog panels connected. <br>They are 16 feet long and wedged between a frame in the ground. The height is enough for me to walk under without stooping and I am 5' 5" tall, my hubby has to bend his head and he is 6'. <br>If you want it to be taller you would, of course, space the frame a bit narrower.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-4-of-30/"><img alt="DIY Greenhouse from Hog Panels" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-4-of-30-700x464.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>I have straw all around my plants to reduce the need for water. <br>After we propped the panels in place my hubby wired them together.<br>Nothing fancy, just a piece of heavy duty wire twisted around it.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-9-of-30/"><img alt="DIY Greenhouse from Hog Panels" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-9-of-30-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>I took several photos at different angles to try and give you the most perspective. <br>You can see my tomato plants in this one. He was very good at not hurting anything I already had growing.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-7-of-30/"><img alt="Hoop House FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (7 of 30)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-7-of-30-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>We put this up over a week ago and my plants have grown considerably since. I will try to share more current photos tomorrow.<br>While I know many of you are already harvesting, it is typical for me not to really get anything until August, but I am hoping this new addition to my garden will help to get more earlier.<br>We can cover it with thick clear plastic once the temperatures cool and even maybe grow some cool weather crops after snow flies, we will have to add some supports to the center but I am told that is easy enough. <br>Here are my French Filet green beans.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-8-of-30/"><img alt="Hoop House FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (8 of 30)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-8-of-30-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>My baby cucumber, it is the little snacking type that I love.<br>I had planted several seeds and a few came up but a skunk or other pesky creature dug them up while trying to get grubs. Grrr...<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-10-of-30/"><img alt="Hoop House FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (10 of 30)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-10-of-30-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>These are the weeds that are growing on the outside of the DIY Greenhouse, I grow the lovliest weeds.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-11-of-30/"><img alt="Hoop House FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (11 of 30)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-11-of-30-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>Actually I am letting them go to seed so I can collect them then these plants will get pulled up and this area will be tidier looking.<br>And once this is filled and really pretty I will share some real beauty shots!<br>Here in the foreground you can see my bed of lettuce that bolted and went to seed. I am pulling it up a bit each day to feed to my chickens. <br>It turned hot overnight here this Spring and made it turn bitter, but no waste here. The chickens still love it.<br>I hope soon to be able to post about all the lovely veggies we will be eating.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/hoop-house-flowerpatchfarmhouse-com-17-of-30/"><img alt="Hoop House FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com (17 of 30)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Hoop-House-FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com-17-of-30-700x464.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Speaking of my hens, my Olive Eggers have started to lay. <br>I love the gorgeous green that I have in my egg collection each day.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/extend-your-garden-season-with-a-diy-greenhouse/farm-fresh-eggs/"><img alt="Farm Fresh Eggs" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/07/Farm-Fresh-Eggs-700x463.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>I hope you enjoy you day....I am going out to the garden now for a lovely morning walk with my coffee! <br>I wish you a fabulous day! <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-85436838348057826152014-07-08T08:05:00.001-07:002014-07-08T08:05:39.791-07:00Black Eyed Susan, An All American Garden Performer<p><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-GvbHhuIxnKg/U7wHpqfQ7TI/AAAAAAAANJw/bqWn4Aycn7Y/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-sHKwHpyruco/U7wHryOZ8SI/AAAAAAAANJ4/xXkfC3SSvok/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="600" height="904"></a><br>I can’t say that I have a favorite garden flower.<br>But I can say that Black Eyed Susans are ‘one’ of my favorites, especially in the mid-summer garden.<br>It lights up the garden with bright golden flowers that fairly glow.<br>The colors can range from a pure yellow…<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-zETZXVIWBCk/U7wHt7QxtEI/AAAAAAAANKA/kSzyxXkomhs/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525202%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252836%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan 2 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (36 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan 2 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (36 of 51)" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-VjTTerlkC78/U7wHvqXmLDI/AAAAAAAANKI/Yqr9ArvGqz4/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525202%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252836%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>…to an amber burnt orange<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-Rv6K_MU-lMs/U7wH3tKV_cI/AAAAAAAANKQ/aIT0QKdfYnU/s1600-h/Black%252520Eye%252520Susan%252520Amber13%25255B1%25255D.png"><img title="Black Eye Susan Amber13" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eye Susan Amber13" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-h8S4BO2bI7A/U7wH44hJN5I/AAAAAAAANKY/wrMX-dVRpvY/Black%252520Eye%252520Susan%252520Amber13_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="601"></a><br>It blooms prolifically on sturdy fuzzy stems, with leaves just as fuzzy.<br>Tough as nails once established it will tolerate drought and still fill in fabulously.<br>Some blossoms are large and spread as wide as my hand.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-aDOWKJha4Rk/U7wH6lZ0Z1I/AAAAAAAANKg/QTlzJE_Fu8A/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525209%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252846%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan 9 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (46 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan 9 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (46 of 51)" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-XkhGnK66NPs/U7wH79DgweI/AAAAAAAANKo/ls7Bh6eHxdQ/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525209%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252846%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>Others are short and stubby but just as lovely.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-0DNsdAIvMaQ/U7wH-AIEbmI/AAAAAAAANKw/DSyFuixditk/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525203%252520www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252838%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan 3 www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (38 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan 3 www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (38 of 51)" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-B0vYoCMIY3E/U7wH_YFgugI/AAAAAAAANK4/CWGPhkK_EvY/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525203%252520www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252838%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>This self seeding perennial/biennial is so diverse and easy that typically I don’t transplant. <br>I just let it self seed and dig up ones that grow where I do not want. <br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-yOT3cEIkZC8/U7wIAnrlL8I/AAAAAAAANLA/6x6CPft4bIc/s1600-h/Black%252520Eye%252520Susan%252520Double%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252832%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eye Susan Double FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (32 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eye Susan Double FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (32 of 51)" src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-ardDVLenn1Y/U7wIBwtNq8I/AAAAAAAANLI/HnVUiBV6JdI/Black%252520Eye%252520Susan%252520Double%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252832%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>I even have some that are double.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-BYC8nnSGhOI/U7wIDDr55aI/AAAAAAAANLQ/pE6EJVUqZDk/s1600-h/Black%252520eyed%252520Susan%252520double%252520www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%2525281%252520of%2525201%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black eyed Susan double www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (1 of 1)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black eyed Susan double www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (1 of 1)" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-uX885YTfXzw/U7wIEHp5ZtI/AAAAAAAANLY/Fojl92-WoEs/Black%252520eyed%252520Susan%252520double%252520www.FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%2525281%252520of%2525201%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>Others with just a blush of color at center<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-apUPIJM6cGo/U7wIFeEBIfI/AAAAAAAANLg/Oh8TBS-5o4I/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525207%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252842%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan 7 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (42 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan 7 FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (42 of 51)" src="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-Pl501ls-GjU/U7wIGfU10cI/AAAAAAAANLo/l6hZy1EXd8U/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%2525207%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252842%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>and some with more color at center.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh3.ggpht.com/-ofmLma7BuRQ/U7wIIukc4xI/AAAAAAAANLw/KCWKJveMoRU/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520Mix%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252849%252520of%25252051%252529%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan Mix FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (49 of 51)" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan Mix FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com (49 of 51)" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-EWWiyHGMm4s/U7wIKXzUbwI/AAAAAAAANL4/6ZCsavlkSO4/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520Mix%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com.com%252520%25252849%252520of%25252051%252529_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>They easily grow in the hard packed earth of the roadside and flourish.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh5.ggpht.com/-SQRIPz84LTU/U7wIMyYF1vI/AAAAAAAANMA/HvJd_nXDFJ8/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520roadside%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susan roadside" style="border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; display: inline; padding-right: 0px; border-top-width: 0px" border="0" alt="Black Eyed Susan roadside" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/-24Pd3kfRCLQ/U7wIPQAsayI/AAAAAAAANMI/O6P89srT9S8/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susan%252520roadside_thumb%25255B1%25255D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="904" height="600"></a><br>They blend so nicely with all the other flowers and make my garden a bright spot in the neighborhood.<br><a class="thickbox" href="http://lh4.ggpht.com/-ksR-QjjSoxo/U7wIR99wXkI/AAAAAAAANMQ/N0_j1_rvBoA/s1600-h/Black%252520Eyed%252520Susans%252520front%252520FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com%25255B4%25255D.jpg"><img title="Black Eyed Susans front FlowerPatchFarmhouse.com" style="border-left-width: 0px; 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They are in front of the Dream Weaver rose.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/ode-to-the-daisy/dsc_0012-2/"><img alt="volunteer patch of Shasta Daisies" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/DSC_0012.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>Each one seems to be slightly different than the next.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/ode-to-the-daisy/dsc_0009-2/"><img alt="Shasta Daisy" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/DSC_0009.jpg" width="900" height="596"></a>If you wish to read the interesting history of the Shasta Daisy and how it came to be just click <a href="http://www.landrethseeds.com/howtogrow/Shasta_Daisy/">HERE<br></a>For me they are a drought tolerant flower, something we need right now being that California is in a drought. <br>In any garden if they get too much water they have a tendency to get gangly and flop over.<br>If you want a step by step of dividing them then click here. <a href="http://gardenerscott.wordpress.com/2011/09/10/how-to-propagate-shasta-daisies/"> HOW TO PROPAGATE SHASTA DAISY</a></p> <p>The only additional info I would add is I don't always wait until Fall to dig up and divide. <br>If I need to move one, even in the height of Summer, I just do it. <br>I do sacrifice some blooms but if I want something to go in that particular spot or if that plant is looking shabby then I do it any ol' time.<br> I do be sure and keep the transplants well watered so they can survive the shock and have a chance to set down some good roots. <p>Happy Gardening and try some Daisies today!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-29631838636315124262014-06-24T15:07:00.001-07:002014-06-24T15:07:34.685-07:00A Great Way to Use Up Zucchini<h3>Zucchini Noodles or Pasta</h3> <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/zucchini-noodles-or-pasta/zucchini-noodles12/"><img alt="Veggie Noodles, a low calorie and tasty alternative to pasta" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/zucchini-noodles12-606x700.jpg" width="606" height="700"></a>A couple months ago I read <a href="http://www.repeatcrafterme.com/2014/04/creamy-crock-pot-chicken-and-zucchini.html">this post by Repeat Crafter Me</a> about using a spiral cutter to make a lower calorie noodle out of zucchini.<br>I was intrigued, the dish looked very tasty.<br>Being on a weight loss regime myself I thought to give a spiral slicer a try.<br>She used a different brand than I did but I am sure hers would work just as well.<br>I chose the Paderno Tri-Blade Vegetable slicer to have more options. <p>This is what the Paderno looks like set up and ready to slice.<br>(the other type blades for different shapes and sizes are stored handily underneath)<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/zucchini-noodles-or-pasta/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-1-of-4/"><img alt="veggie noodles maker" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-1-of-4.jpg" width="700" height="453"></a>You turn the handle and the zucchini is turned into veggie noodles and spirals in no time.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/zucchini-noodles-or-pasta/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-2-of-4/"><img alt="Turn a squash into noodles" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-2-of-4.jpg" width="700" height="473"></a>You do get a long core and a little butt end but I just slice them and eat them too.<br>I blanch the veggie noodles in boiling salted water for 2 minutes and drain.<br>(To add a bit more flavor I have also blanched them in chicken broth.)<br>Now add whatever sauce you wish.<br>Tonight I had chicken sauteed in my home made oven roasted marinara (from my summer garden last year).<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/zucchini-noodles-or-pasta/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-3-of-4/"><img alt="a little homemade oven roasted marinara" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles-3-of-4.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>I don’t know that I have shared that recipe here yet.<br>It is a ‘must have’ to use up all those tomatoes and squash you have overflowing your harvest basket towards the end of the season. <p>Here is the zucchini noodles all smothered with marinara and chicken goodness with just a dash of Parmesan.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/zucchini-noodles-or-pasta/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles4/"><img alt="zucchini pasta, veggie noodles4" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/zucchini-pasta-veggie-noodles4.jpg" width="700" height="446"></a>Bon Appetit<br>This was very yummy and it resembles pasta enough to assuage my craving for it.<br>Even my carb lovin’ husband was impressed.<br>Last time I served it with my<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/buried-in-basil-the-best-homemade-pesto-recipe/"> homemade Pesto</a> (that too is from last summer)<br> I promise to come back with another garden tour post soon.<br>My garden is starting it’s yellow and oranges stage.<br>Have a great evening! <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> <p>For a link to the Paderno Veggie slicer just <a 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It is an affiliate link but you still get the same low price. </p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-91006520839351813552014-06-12T06:40:00.001-07:002014-06-12T06:43:01.908-07:00Paint Sunflowers Easy, Fast & Fun<div align="center">
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Now on with the show.<br />I had posted this step by step back in October.<br />I am reusing it now as I have a video to accompany it.<br />Finally!<br />Videos seem to really help me see how to do the steps so I figured it is the same for many others learning something new.<br />That being said, here goes.<br />First you can draw a circle or oval shape if it helps.<br />Many times I just start pouncing the double loaded scruffy brush around in a circle shape.<br />I use a dark brown and a black in the demo but if you look at actual sunflowers they come in a range of colors.<br />So go with the colors of what you are painting.<br />It helps me to find photos to mimic them.<br />I am using bottled craft acrylics here.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-1-jpg/"><img alt="sunflower 1" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-1.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />Keep the brush in one position, not twisting and turning so you can see a definite form taking shape with the two colors.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-3-jpg/"><img alt="paint sunflowers in acrylic" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-3.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />You can get an idea of what you should see but the video gives you a better visual idea.<br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.youtube.com/embed/EsBOj84XmV0?feature=player_embedded' frameborder='0'></iframe></div>
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Next you need to double load a flat brush (size of brush depends on the size of your sunflower, in this demo I used a #12 flat brush) with a yellow ochre or a darker gold color and a medium yellow.<br />Stroke the petals on.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-4-jpg/"><img alt="paint sunflower strokes" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-4.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />Line up the chisel edge to your center, press, drag and let spring to a point as you turn the brush to the side.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-5-jpg/"><img alt="bright sunflower painting" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-5.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />I will again link to the video below so you can watch after viewing all the photos.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-6-jpg/"><img alt="how to paint a sunflower" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-6.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />Keep going around the center until you have petals all the way around.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-7-jpg/"><img alt="fast and easy stroke sunflowers" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-7.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a><br />You can do another layer of petals if you wish, that is shown in the video, these photos only show a single layer.<br />You will need to clean up the center,<br />just double load your scruffy again and tap over the base of the petals.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/sunflower-8-jpg/"><img alt="sunflower-8.jpg" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sunflower-8.jpg" height="378" width="700" /></a><br />And voila'! You have a sunflower.<br />I also show how to do the half sunflower in the video.<br />Not that you couldn't have figured that out by yourself.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-sunflowers-simple-and-fun/sunflowerbud700-png/"><img alt="sunflowerbud700.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/sunflowerbud700.png" height="479" width="700" /></a><br />Go ahead and watch the video and I also demonstrate painting the leaves.<br />I kind of got off camera when painting the smaller leaves but they are basically the same as a petal.</div>
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If you wish you can actually go back and see the original post.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-an-even-easier-sunflower-one-stroke-at-a-time/"> CLICK HERE</a><br />So go and paint some sunshine!<br />Happy Painting!<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" border="0" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" height="99" style="background-image: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-top-width: 0px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-top: 0px;" width="174" /></a></div>
Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-71938880301905463182014-06-06T19:52:00.001-07:002014-06-06T19:52:38.260-07:00How to Paint Leaves in Acrylics<p align="center"><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/howtopainttheleaves/"><img alt="how to paint the leaves" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/howtopainttheleaves.jpg" width="700" height="374"></a><br>Now that you know how to paint the flowers on this sign it is time to learn to paint the leaves.<br>Aren't you excited?<br>Actually I paint most of the leaves first on a design, it sets them to the back.<br>To see the first two tutorials on this just click here..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/">How to Paint Roses<br></a><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/">How to Paint Lilacs<br></a>This little tutorial is on these particular leaves.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/"><br></a>The scallop or shell stroke leaves and the smaller little leaves.<br>There is also a brief video you can watch to see how my brush and hand moves.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/leaf-tutorial-1-of-5-2/"><img alt="paint a leaf" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leaf-tutorial-1-of-51.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a><br>I start with undercoating my leaves, (if I wish them to be opaque) with a light green.<br>I let that dry, then I double load my #12 flat brush with the lighter green and a dark green.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/leaf-tutorial-2-of-5/"><img alt="paint a leaf 2" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leaf-tutorial-2-of-5.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a><br>I start on the chisel edge and press while wiggling back and forth to create a shell shaped stroke.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/leaf-tutorial-3-of-5/"><img alt="paint a leaf 3" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leaf-tutorial-3-of-5.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a><br>As I near the tip I let my brush come back up to a chisel edge and twist to the side.<br>(I think this is a good spot to watch the video so you get my drift)</p> <p align="center"><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spS2SCbspLA">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spS2SCbspLA</a> <p align="center">Don't flip the brush, but you should reload with paint.<br>Keep the dark side of the brush next to the light when beginning the next stroke.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/leaf-tutorial-4-of-5/"><img alt="leaf tutorial (4 of 5)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leaf-tutorial-4-of-5.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a><br>Do it the same way you did the first stroke and let your brush spring back to a chisel edge.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/super-simple-how-to-paint-leaves/leaf-tutorial-5-of-5/"><img alt="leaf tutorial (5 of 5)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/leaf-tutorial-5-of-5.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a><br>And there you have a leaf. </p> <p align="center">Here is a another video that I made quite awhile ago on painting leaves,<br>no talking, just painting. <br>You can watch me paint a few.<br>Its about 2 minutes long.<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShSUIy6P85M">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ShSUIy6P85M</a><br>Try not to get two tips on the leaf,<br>that happens to me a lot.<br>Once again, here is the link to the video.<br>(in case it is not working above)<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spS2SCbspLA">How to Paint a Scallop Leaf</a><br>and that is pretty much it.<br>FYI, I am testing out different suppliers of the brushes I like to see how they perform as far as price, shipping costs and customer service so I can give you run down of the best places to buy good quality brushes.<br>It pays to use good quality brushes.<br>They are not cheap(comparatively) but well worth the bit of extra $$$ you pay for them.</p> <p align="center">Happy Painting.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-4981088249682594002014-06-02T07:44:00.001-07:002014-06-02T07:44:07.900-07:00Iris in My Garden<p>I love Iris. <br>And mine are at their height of beauty right now, a true delight to my senses.<br>I must share all this colorful glory!<br>On the subtle side is Beverly Sills Iris.<br>She is so graceful and delicate looking.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30/"><img alt="Beverly Sills Iris" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>Just to the left is this ice blue Iris that is a perfect foil for her, the name of which I have long forgotten.<br>But if you go to <a href="http://www.schreinersgardens.com/">Schreiners Gardens</a> you are sure to find one similar.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30-3/"><img alt="Iris May 30-3" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30-3.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>The king of flamboyance amongst all of them is The Sultan.<br>Such an interesting contrast in colors<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30-5/"><img alt="The Sultan Iris" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30-5.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>Prince George is just as regal, the orange beard a bright attention getter.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30-8/"><img alt="prince George Iris" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30-8.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>Not to far to his right is one I like to call Orange Sherbet, my absolute favorite ice cream flavor as a kid. <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30-10/"><img alt="Iris May 30-10" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30-10.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>Just behind Orange Sherbet is this gorgeous creature, <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/may-28-2/"><img alt="May 28-2" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/May-28-2.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>I truly wish I could remember all the names of these Iris.<br>But again, you can find ones just as pretty or the same ones at <a href="http://www.schreinersgardens.com/">Schreiners Garden<br></a>I am not an affiliate of theirs, just an ardent fan of their Iris quality and selection.<br>Continuting on down the same bed we come to this bright contender.<br>The foxgloves are just starting but they don't seem to be as lush as they were last Spring, most likely the lack of rain we had this past winter. <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/may-28-26/"><img alt="May 28-26" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/May-28-26.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>An absolute favorite of mine is this Starship Enterprise.<br>It just glows with breathtaking beauty. <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iris-may-30-18/"><img alt="Starship Enterprise Iris" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Iris-May-30-18.jpg" width="464" height="700"></a>In a group they are even more stunning.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/may-28-6/"><img alt="May 28-6" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/May-28-6.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>A view of the side garden.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/irisside/"><img alt="irisside" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/irisside.jpg" width="700" height="375"></a>Last Summer I did a post on <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-i-separate-my-iris/">how I divide and replant my iris</a>.<br>Ta Da!<br>Here are the results.<br>All three of these beauties were part of the ones I dug up and transplanted that day.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/iris-my-spring-beauties/iristrans/"><img alt="iristrans" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/iristrans.jpg" width="700" height="453"></a>Not only have they flourished but they are blooming away.<br>I have a few more of these to share but will save them for another tour.<br>My roses are going crazy right now too so that is a future post as well.<br>Happy Gardening!<br><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-6484113825759379752014-05-30T06:47:00.001-07:002014-05-30T06:47:11.610-07:00Garden Tour, Iris and Roses mostly.<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0009/"><img alt="Candyland climbing rose" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0009.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Don't ya just love this Candyland rose?<br>My garden is performing a good month early this year.<br>Normally I would not see roses until mid to late June.<br>I am not complaining....<br>no, not at all.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0013/"><img alt="Crown Princess margareta" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0013.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>As I walk around the profusion of petaled glory each morning I breathe deep and revel in the scent.<br>Some perfumey roses..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0015/"><img alt="Brunner" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0015.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a> actually override the aroma of the Eau de Poulet<br>(just my fancy way of saying chicken doo).<br>Cecile Brunner seems to like this spot on the chicken house.<br>She adds a bit of grace to a rather shabby little place.<br>I do need to do something different with that ugly window,<br>we had to cover it with plastic as the raccoons were trying to get the chickens through it.<br>hmm...project #112 <p>Not to be overlooked (or smelled)<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0004/"><img alt="DSC_0004" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0004.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>is the grape koolaid scent of the old fashioned Flags.<br>Their sweet scent floats into the living room when the doors are flung open to catch the evening breeze. <p> Other Iris have little fragrance but their colors please the eye..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0001/"><img alt="dutch iris" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0001.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Flamboyant blue Dutch Iris <br>or a beauty in contrasting yellow and purple.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0002/"><img alt="DSC_0002" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0002.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a> <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0005/"><img alt="DSC_0005" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0005.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Presently there is a lot of purple in the garden but soon,<br>very soon,<br>that will change. <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0012/"><img alt="DSC_0012" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0012.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a> <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0006/"><img alt="DSC_0006" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0006.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>The clematis are at their height for the season.<br>Most will only put on this flamboyant Spring show,<br>but I have one that blooms all summer long.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/dsc_0014/"><img alt="DSC_0014" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/DSC_0014.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>More and more iris are opening their colorful buds each day.<br>I will come back and share a complete post of just Iris, I think.<br>Have a great day.<br>Oh, wait, just one more shot...<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/my-garden-is-my-happy-place/flowers52728/"><img alt="bowl of strawberries" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/flowers52728.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>my bounty of the morning.<br>I beat the robins to these in my strawberry patch.<br>Delish! <p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; 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<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTPbP1oElzI"><img alt="lilacs tutorial" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilacs-tutorial1.jpg" height="374" width="700" /></a>Well, are you ready for a new fast and easy painting tutorial???<br />Complete with <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTPbP1oElzI">VIDEO</a>! <br /> Last time I shared with you how to paint the roses on the sign...<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI"><img alt="rosesandlilacsbanner" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rosesandlilacsbanner.jpg" height="374" width="700" /></a>it has a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI">video</a> also.</div>
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Now I demo the lilacs.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/lilac-tutorial-1-of-9/"><img alt="painting lilacs" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilac-tutorial-1-of-9.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a>I use a scruffy brush and start with pouncing on a conical shape in a darker color,<br />in this case Dioxinine Purple.<br />(a pattern packet with the entire design for the sign shown at the top of this post will be available soon)<br />As you can see, it is very dark.<br />Next you take your filbert brush or a small flat brush,<br />load with paint (you can double load or single, up to you)<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/lilac-tutorial-5-of-9/"><img alt="lilac tutorial (5 of 9)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilac-tutorial-5-of-9.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a>and stroke on the petals. <br />Press, drag and lift to a point to make a simple little 4 or 5 petal flower.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/lilac-tutorial-6-of-9/"><img alt="lilac tutorial (6 of 9)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilac-tutorial-6-of-9.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a>Just keep layering them on leaving some darker space showing.<br />Some flowers can be a mere 2 or 3 strokes to emulate a partial bud.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/lilac-tutorial-8-of-9/"><img alt="lilac tutorial (8 of 9)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilac-tutorial-8-of-9.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a>Add in a lighter color and stroke over some of the first flowers.<br />Fill in with flowers all the way to the tip.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-lilacs/lilac-tutorial-9-of-9/"><img alt="lilac tutorial (9 of 9)" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilac-tutorial-9-of-9.jpg" height="464" width="700" /></a>Add the dots with a liner brush for the flower centers, and some little twiggy strokes.<br />You can get a better feel for it from the<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTPbP1oElzI"> video</a>.<br /> It is actually two videos made into one.<br />The first one I painted with a filbert brush and the second was with a #4 flat brush.</div>
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And just for fun,<br />here is an example of a sign painted with a different color of lilacs.<br /><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/paint-pink-roses/"><img alt="Paint Pink Roses" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Paint-Pink-Roses.jpg" height="463" width="700" /></a>Ignore the banner across the bottom,<br />this is the thumbnail for the rose painting tutorial.</div>
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I think next time I need to do a lesson on leaves.<br />What do you think?<br />I will share that as soon as possible..</div>
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Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-86660989752206108342014-05-26T07:45:00.001-07:002014-05-26T07:45:31.723-07:00Nelly Moser Inspiration<p align="center">Good Morning everyone.<br> A fine day it is. <br>I am working on more garden tours for you but I need to tweak the photos a bit before sharing so you get the most bang for the buck.<br>In the meantime I will send you this thought for the day.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/morning-inspiration-on-a-fine-day/nellymoser700/"><img alt="Nelly Moser clematis with quote" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/NellyMoser700.jpg" width="700" height="538"></a>I have tons of painting to get done. <br>It may be a holiday for most but not for me.<br>Though I will break away to stretch my aching muscles (from hunching over a painting table)<br>to pull a weed or two, maybe pick a bouquet of roses<br>or just wander amongst the blooms.<br>Happy Monday!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-34729916570170394632014-05-16T08:51:00.001-07:002014-05-16T08:51:33.273-07:00Learn to Paint Fabulous Pink Roses!<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rosesandlilacsbanner/"><img alt="rosesandlilacsbanner" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rosesandlilacsbanner.jpg" width="700" height="374"></a>Are you ready for another painting tutorial? <br>Roses are my specialty and I know they can be a bit tricky to master...<br>but believe it or not they are really fast and easy once you get the steps down pat. <p>Which you know what that means...<br>practice, practice, practice!<br>For me, videos have been a huge help in learning how to paint.<br>So I made another rose painting video for you.<br><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI">Paint Pretty Pink Roses<br></a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI"><img alt="Paint Shabby Pink Roses in 3 minutes, " src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Paint-Pink-Roses.jpg" width="700" height="463"></a>This is the actual painting I did in the<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI"> video</a>. <p>I am working on another to show how I painted all the flowers and leaves on a sign like this one.<br> I will share that very soon.<br>With that post I will also include a link to a pattern packet.<br>Complete with a list of paint colors and brushes used. <p>The rest of this post is photo intensive.<br>I am going to show you stroke by stroke of how I paint my roses.<br>The <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI">video</a> is great because I do 3 roses in a row and it displays how each is a little different. <p>Lets get started...<br>first double load your brush with your two colors,<br>stroke an upside down U.<br>I do this in 3 steps<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rosedemo1/"><img alt="rosedemo1" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rosedemo1.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>I wiggle my brush as I stroke to get some movement in the petal.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose2/"><img alt="rose2" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose2.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>See the bit of wave in the petal?<br>Now do two scallop C strokes and bring them down to a point...more or less<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose4/"><img alt="rose4" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose4.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>I did the outline of the design on my board with the graphite much darker than I normally would so you could see it in the photos.<br>Typically it is so light the camera would have a hard time picking it up.<br>This is the actual design that will be in my pattern packet. <p>Now paint in the second layer of the top of the bowl of the rose,<br>same type strokes<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose6/"><img alt="rose6" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose6.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Since this bowl is a little wider I don't do another layer..<br>but my <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI">video </a>does show me demonstrating a rose with a third layer in the bowl.<br>I dab in the pink on the corner of my brush to fill in the center.<br>Sometimes I add a darker value of pink here to accentuate the center of the rose.<br>Next we add the arms,<br>again these are a scalloped C stroke with tails<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose7/"><img alt="rose7" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose7.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Before we finish up the bowl we put in the bottom petals..<br>scallop strokes<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose8/"><img alt="rose8" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose8.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>That was the center and now a bit to the sides<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose9/"><img alt="rose9" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose9.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>We are now ready to come in and finish up the bowl of the rose<br>Start the chisel edge on the side or on one of the tails of the very inner bowl and make a scalloped U stroke.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose91/"><img alt="rose91" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose91.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Attaching it to the tails on the other side.<a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose92/"><img alt="rose92" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose92-700x464.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>The next petal is a variation of a U stroke.<br>Start your brush on the tail edge of the very back bowl and make a varied U stroke.<br>As you can see this one only came halfway across the center bowl or maybe it looks more like 3/4.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose93/"><img alt="rose93" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose93.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Now there is several ways to do this to make the roses vary so play around with it and get different looks to your roses.<br>Now the other side..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose94/"><img alt="rose94" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose94.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>It overlaps to create the unfolding of the rose<br>Now add the next arms, scalloped C strokes again..<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/paint-a-shabby-rose-in-3-minutes/rose95/"><img alt="rose95" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rose95.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>You do this on each side of the bowl and the tails come over the bowl somewhat.<br>This could be the finished rose or you can do a fancy stroke that I could not demonstrate in a photo.<br>For that you really need to see the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BZki4KCs5TI">video</a>.<br>You can do a few chisel strokes here and there as you feel it needs.<br>And that is it.<br>I hope you whip out those brushes and paint, paint, paint.<br>Come on back, I will include a tutorial on painting the lilacs and leaves. <p>For another rose painting display I shared go <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-a-rose/">HERE<br></a><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-to-paint-a-rose/paintarose10-jpg/"><img alt="paintarose10.jpg" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/paintarose10.jpg" width="645" height="582"></a> <p>Happy Painting!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a></p> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-39199491874055316562014-05-15T10:50:00.001-07:002014-05-15T10:50:26.948-07:00I am going to the Fair!<p>The<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Calaveras-County-Fair-Jumping-Frog-Jubilee/101447751131"> Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee</a> is this week, complete with warm weather, carnival rides, cotton candy, livestock displays and last but not least, the frog jumping competitions.<br>I will be out there having fun demonstrating (to the best of my ability) how to crochet. We will be in the Becky Thatcher building (my friends will be demonstrating how to knit).<br>I am going to sit and crochet this fun little lovey blanket.<br><a href="http://www.daisycottagedesigns.net/2014/02/free-crochet-patterns-granny-square.html"><img alt="grannysquareblanket" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/grannysquareblanket.jpg" width="474" height="640"></a><a href="http://www.daisycottagedesigns.net/">Daisy Cottage Designs</a> has some gorgeous patterns, click on over and give her a visit. <p>And FYI... Craftsy is having a sale on Fabrics and Yarns <p>here is the blurb for that <p>Don't miss out on Craftsy's Mystery Markdown Flash Sale!<br>**This post contains affiliate links and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links <p>Don't miss out on Craftsy's Mystery Markdown Flash Sale! Enjoy big savings on nearly 200 yarns/fabrics and project kits now. Limited supply, shop before it disappears! Hurry, offer expires Friday, May 16 at midnight PST 2014.<br><a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=458151&u=779150&m=29190&urllink=&afftrack="><img border="0" alt="Craftsy " src="http://www.shareasale.com/image/29190/BL_Valentine_160x600_FINAL.jpg"></a> <p> They have an excellent deal for the <a href="http://www.shareasale.com/r.cfm?u=779150&b=253536&m=29190&afftrack=&urllink=www%2Ecraftsy%2Ecom%2Fsupplies%2Flion%2Dbrand%2Dcotton%2Dease%2Dyarn%2F2649">Lion's Brand Cotton Ease</a> which the above blanket is made from. <br>I think I will get the Turquoise, Lake and Almond to do it in. <p>On another note completely, I am working on a new rose painting video.<br>Have I mentioned that before?<br>So many things are going on...sometimes I forget what I have told you about.<br>Maybe I can get that up tomorrow so you won't be held in suspense! <p>Have a fabulous day!<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/a-fabulous-monday-and-an-inspirational-quote/signaturepamela_thumb-png-29/"><img style="border-top: 0px; border-right: 0px; background-image: none; border-bottom: 0px; padding-top: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px" border="0" alt="signaturePamela_thumb.png" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/signaturePamela_thumb5.png" width="174" height="99"></a> Pamelahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01265115493099658730noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6306307526297459395.post-9153748675700009172014-05-13T09:46:00.001-07:002014-05-13T09:46:10.784-07:00Lilacs of White Pines<p><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/lilacbouquet1700/"><img alt="lilacbouquet1700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/lilacbouquet1700.jpg" width="700" height="551"></a>Yesterday I promised you a walk around the neighborhood to enjoy the wonderful old lilacs. <br>Most if not all were probably planted in the 40's.<br>They are a mass of blooms right now and the perfume is intoxicating.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/evelyns700/"><img alt="vintage lilac" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/evelyns700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>My neighbor has this lovely lilac colored one and I do believe it is the most heavily scented of them all.<br>It's a party for your nose.<br>Here is a link to a post on how I propagated it so I can have my own. <a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/rooting-lilacs-or-semi-softwood-cuttings/"> HOW TO PROPAGATE LILACS</a><br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/motags700/"><img alt="Darker lilac" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/motags700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Just down a block and around the corner is this beauty.<br>It is a darker purple, not quite as heavily scented but perfumed just enough.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/motags2700/"><img alt="motags2700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/motags2700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>Lilacs though lovely can be invasive, if they like where they are planted<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/jordans-lilac700/"><img alt="jordans lilac700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/jordans-lilac700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>But when you end up with a hillside in front of your house looking like this, you may not care.<br>I love the mix of colors on this one.<br>It has both the light lavender and a touch of the darker so probably two different ones growing into each other.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/whitelilacs2700/"><img alt="whitelilacs2700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/whitelilacs2700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>And now to the white, which has a grace and beauty all its own.<br>With the weather heating up to near 80 this week my garden will begin to pop with blooms.<br>Already my iris are opening and even a few roses.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/frontiris700/"><img alt="frontiris700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/frontiris700.jpg" width="700" height="548"></a>An iris by my front drive.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/rimmediris700/"><img alt="rimmediris700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/rimmediris700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>This one still had rain drops on it.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/lilacs-of-white-pines/idahoiris700/"><img alt="idahoiris700" src="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/idahoiris700.jpg" width="700" height="464"></a>One of my favorites, a gift from my cousin in Idaho, she had dug it up at an abandoned farmhouse garden.<br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-i-separate-my-iris/">HOW TO SEPARATE IRIS</a><br><a href="http://www.flowerpatchfarmhouse.com/how-i-plant-iris/">HOW TO PLANT IRIS</a><br>This is going to be the year of the garden.<br>Last year, I was so busy working on the mountain that my garden was neglected.<br>The weeds had party and invited ALL of their friends.<br>They all made themselves at home and decided to have babies.<br>Lots of babies!<br>But I have already dug in to garden work and, of course, I love it.<br>The best thing about getting to work from home is I can take breaks now and then and take 10 minutes to weed a bed or haul some chicken doo from the chicken pen to add to the hot beds.<br>Enjoy your day! <p><a 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