Ranunculus

Ranunculus make me happy. I'd say they are my current favorite flower.

Hydrangea and peonies follow close behind.

Tulips will always make the top 5.

{Perhaps I should pass this post onto a certain man in my life?}

image via here via here

ZeZe Flowers

Zeze Flowers

This is the most stunning floral arrangement I have ever seen.

scanned via recent garden design issue

Simple Geometry

Don't you feel like you are about to enter a secret garden?

I want to duplicate the centerpiece of succulents.

scanned via sept 08 garden design

More Lovely Moss Items

I just adore moss right now.

This wreath might actually make me a wreath person. Knowing that it has the potential to last a year is enticing.

Krislyn Design

Amazing eye candy by Krislyn Design.

Isn't the reflection beautiful?

via Hostess with the Mostess

Pretty Flowers

I love warm weather and all the pretty things it brings!

These floral arrangements are stunning. Bold, bright colors are my favorite.

via Snippet and Ink

Must become better hostess . . .

How bright,inviting, and simply delightful.

via Jules Loves via Toast and Tables

Ranunculas

I adore ranunculas and for whatever reason can never find them. I think this must add to their appeal. One lucky day I will enjoy a bowl stuffed full of them, or even better, figure out how to grow them for myself (I think they like cool weather though and I am not a greenhouse owner or a green thumb).

images via toast and tables

Sakul Intakul

I am amazed by the talent and originality of Sakul Intakul, and think I need to browse through this book (Tropical Colors) soon.

Another scan via May '08 Garden Design Mag

Easter Bouquet

I am not one for cheesy holiday decor, so this would be a great way for me to get into the Easter mood.

scanned from MS Living's April Issue

Dreaming of Daffodils

I love bulbs, but have only recently started to really enjoy daffodils. Arrangements like this are an argument for them being my favorite flower. {Tulips are my favorite}

My Mom has a hill full of Spring bulbs and I would love to have something similar one of these days. It just allows you to freely cut without completely clearing out the outdoor color. I liked this idea of using scalloped scissors on parchment paper to make a nice, simple wrapping for a floral gift.

As a little reminder to myself, my Mom always let us cut the flowers from her front yard to make these fun little "flowers floating in a bowl arrangements." I highly doubt she regrets or even remembers that her yard may not have always looked perfect, but I will always remember those afternoons spent making arrangements and always remember that she gave our curiosity priority over aesthetics.

I aspire to always do that.

images scanned from April 2008 MS Living Mag

Rose Centerpieces

I love these centerpieces.

It is hard to see in this small picture, but it looks as though their is a long line of roses arranged similar to above, then covered in plexiglass. Visually appealing, contemporary, and practical.

Images and creations by Matthew David Events {blog}