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Friday, March 25, 2011

Vintage Inspiration Friday #30: "Cloche" at Hand

A few weeks ago, after visiting
 Leola's Vintage Home and Garden's Spring Open house
I was filled with all sorts of inspiration for Spring.





One of my favorite spaces was created by Judy, one of the owners.
I spent so much time ooohing and aaahing over her moss covered garden and cloches.



Anything "Vintage Garden" always stops me in my tracks!

I've not tried African Violets before,
but I couldn't resist this little punch of color for one of my cloches.




Tiered cake plates covered in faux moss are the base for this Springtime tribute.
The milk glass one on the bottom was my mom's.



And I brought out my nativity lambs in honor of Easter.









These pics were taken while I was waiting for the paint to dry
 on my Eastlake dresser in the entry hall.
Sorry for the glare of the glass,
 I tried these in several spots, just couldn't get away from the glare.


 Here's Judy's space again,


She found these delicate ferns and moss on her gorgeous country property.






Oh how I love these chippy white shutters!



Thank you Judy, for some wonderful Spring time ideas!

I really appreciate each one of you that links up for the Party!
You all make it so hard to choose just four to feature.
I love seeing all your great vintage inspiration,
so remember, anything vintage or "vintage inspired".

Here's some great inspiration from last week:

Distressed Spring Artwork
from the V-Spot.



Vintage Spring Decorating
at A Rosy Note




No Minimalist Here
DIY Trophies



Vintage Pretties
at the DIY Design Fanatic



If you've been featured please grab the "featured" button,
and I'd love for you to show the VIF button on your sidebar or post.
I always try to take the time to show off all the great parties,
people are much more apt to visit if the cute button is there.



So if you have time, come by and visit these other great parties that I'm linking to!











Hopefully, I'm finishing up the Laundry Room this weekend.
Actually, it turned out better than I thought.
"The Reveal" (lol!!), next week!

Have a great weekend
lots of love,
Debra









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72 comments:

  1. WhiteWhispers2uMarch 24, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    Looks so much like Spring! I love bringing in the garden as well.~Cheers Kim

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  2. Vivienne @ the V SpotMarch 24, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    I love your vignette! Especially the lambs. Just beautiful. What a nice surprise to see my spring artwork featured too! Thank you.
    :)

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  3. TonyaMarch 24, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    I LOVE the idea of the fern in the bell dome. I'm off to the second hand store to see what I can find!! Such a GREAT idea, and those sheep added too, SUPERB!!
    I'm adding my link about Little House on the Prairie books. Are they considered vintage? If not, feel free to delete. :0)

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  4. SandyMarch 24, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    WOW...how cute is your cloche? I'm loving it, so Springy! You've given me a great idea for doing one of mine up.
    Don't ya just love it when someone gives you inspiration? I sure do, and you have. Thanks!!
    Have a happy day. xoso Sandy O

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  5. SandiMarch 24, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Lovely spring cloches Debra!! I need to get some SPRING decorating done.
    Blessings~

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  6. Aaron {the girl with the boy's name}March 24, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    I'm oohing and awwhing over those too! How pretty.

    -Aaron {the girl with the boy's name}

    www.mudpiesandmarigolds.blogspot.com

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  7. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 24, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    That is really lovely, Debra! I love all the displays, but I do like the flat moss in yours best.

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  8. IdoMarch 24, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    I love your spring display, that moss is yummy!. I tried linking to your blog, but something happened, the image doesn't appear, it just shows a cute face and says no thumbnail (#6) may be I did something wrong, I will try better next time.
    You did inspire me with that moss and lambs, I grow my own moss, so as soon as I get home I will go outside to get some. Thank you!

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  9. Mikey FullerMarch 24, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    I love the cloches! I hope you don't mind, but I re-shared some older posts of mine that feature spring cloches! I really like how you used your Nativity lambs with your Easter décor! I have a collection of lambs I usually pull out this time of year, and now I can't find them!

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  10. OliveMarch 24, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Hi Debra, the cloche is stupendous perched up there waiting for a kitty to inspect it! Thanks for hosting♥♥♥ loveya, olive

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  11. ErinMarch 24, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Thank you SO much for the opportunity to share my projects with the world! I truly appreciate the time you take to post, and also to host. It will hopefully help me get my new little blog started. I will link back to you!
    Erin
    A Little Something, Too
    http://alittlesomething2.blogspot.com/

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  12. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 24, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Hi Debra~ I linked up my English cottage room for now and I'll be back later to share again! Love your tiered cloches- they are absolutely adorable!! Thanks for hosting!! :)

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  13. Nita StacyMarch 24, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    I love your cloche's. What a great idea to get out the sheep from the nativity. I can't wait to put some Easter stuff out as soon as my dining room is pulled back together. I love how you stacked the candlesticks and plates and cloches and added moss. I am so going to do this. THanks for the inspiration!

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  14. the old white houseMarch 24, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    I just knew it would be impossible to walk out of there and not be inspired! I love the addition of the little lambs with the moss, so very pretty! I have two and right now as I look at your photos I am a bit embarrassed at their neglect! I must dig into my spring goodies! Thanks for the party! xoxo

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  15. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 24, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    How pretty, Debra! I especially love the one with your little lambs! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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  16. The Charm of HomeMarch 24, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Oh, Debra! These are fabulous!! I have to try this. I just love it. Thanks for showing us. What beautiful vignettes for spring. You have inspired me.
    Sherry

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  17. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 24, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    Debra, I love all those pictures. Yours looks fabulous. I have an african violet and it is not doing well. Going to have to try something else. Thanks for hosting.

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  18. Tricia @ Vintage No. 35March 24, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    I just love using moss this year. Your pictures are great!

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  19. Paige Thomas KingMarch 24, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    i'm unpacking a dozen or so cloches for the shop--thanks for the fresh ideas!

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  20. Marina MottMarch 24, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Super!!xx

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  21. DiannMarch 24, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    How beautiful Debra! I love the mossy spring loveliness and the tiered look is gorgeous!

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  22. AlainaMarch 24, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    Debra it is just adorable and so spring. I am looking out at the 4" of snow we were surprised with yesterday and I am so ready for spring to stay. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

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  23. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 24, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Hi Debra I LOVE!! how you displayed your cloche, so so pretty! I think I want everything in that second photo what a fabulous shop!! Martina

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  24. Blue Creek HomeMarch 24, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    All of the spring cloches and displays are delicious!!! It makes me want to go find some moss in the woods!
    Love the little sheep.
    Rhonda

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  25. Susan EvelynAndRoseMarch 24, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Hello Debra,
    I just love your cloche display! Gorgeous and green and spring-inspired!
    Thanks for hosting,
    Susan

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  26. UnknownMarch 24, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    ...oh Debra!!
    I just found my next springtime project!!
    LOVE THIS!!!
    ~ now if I could find some sweet little lambs:)
    xo, Rosemary

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  27. DortheMarch 24, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    Wonderfull photoes Debra,- and your cloche`s on cakestands- looks fantastic. I so love your little sheeps--and the space Judy created- looks gorgeus- how great is the windowsill, with the moss around.
    Thanks for showing dear-
    week-end hugs, from me.
    Dorthe

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  28. Andrea at Opulent CottageMarch 24, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Such a great idea! I'm going straight to the attic to dig out my nativity, thanks Debra! Love those shutters too, can't believe they didn't come home with you :))
    Thank you for hosting us again! Have a wonderful weekend.
    xo, Andrea

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  29. Julie MarieMarch 24, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    Hi Debra... your Springtime cloche is beautiful, and I love your sweet little lambs by it!... love anything with moss and ferns! I am such a Nature lover too... Judy's place looks fabulous!... I am always in awe of your talents and creativity!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  30. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMarch 24, 2011 at 4:31 PM

    I'm with you! I always have to look at vintage garden things. I find them so soulful and interesting. Your display is beautiful, and I love the live plant. They are fussy and take care but seem so worth it. But I always seem to kill everything. :{ Thanks Debra!

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  31. Tallulah's Antique ClosetMarch 24, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Hi Debra, Thank You so much for hosting today. I luv all the ideas for Spring vignettes. Have a great weekend..........Julian

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  32. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesMarch 24, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Your display is beautiful and completely charming, Debra! Now I'm inspired!

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  33. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 24, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Your cloche is lovely. The addition of the violet and your lambs is very special. ~~Sherry~~

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  34. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 24, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    Hi Debra, Your Spring cloche is wonderful. I love that your added a tier and the little lambs. Thanks for featuring my DIY trophies and for sharing your beautiful cloche at my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  35. Susan FreemanMarch 24, 2011 at 6:53 PM

    Hi Debra! So much inspiration this week!! Thank you!!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  36. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydMarch 24, 2011 at 6:57 PM

    Hi Debra, What Beautiful Photos.... I think anything that is Under a Cloche is simply Breathtaking~ I never seem to have my camera when I go places, but then My Camera is not the Best~ I am so Happy to finally be back, Slow, But Back! Have a wonderful weekend
    Cheryl

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  37. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    I am so loving the cloche with the sheep figurines!! I started collecting these little lambs and I am so going to have to show them off like this !

    Thank you for letting me join your fun party this week!

    bee blessed
    mary

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  38. Tammy @ Type AMarch 24, 2011 at 7:18 PM

    thanks for sharing this link at my party, love cloches. thanks for hosting.

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  39. very merry vintage styleMarch 24, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    love the little lamb in the cloche! too cute--thanks for hosting!
    xo
    mary

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  40. High Street CottageMarch 24, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Debra your little lambs actually look as though they're grazing. How sweet. Judy has such lovely items too. Hope you have a wonderful weekend, it's nearly here, been a long week! xoxo tami

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  41. Designs on 47th StreetMarch 24, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    What a great idea to pull out little lambs from a nativity set!! I'm trying to think if I can get to mine easily. So sweet with all the moss and ferns. Your post reminds me of the days back in the 70's when terrariums were so popular. I loved seeing rootings and moss grow within misty glass. :)

    Donna

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  42. JaneMarch 24, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Those are great shots! I love your friend's space and your cloche cake plate display is just beautiful. I love it!!
    Jane

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  43. Burlap LuxeMarch 24, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Hi Debra,
    I was racking my brain, what to do for easter?? you so inspire girl!!
    Love the sheep.
    xx
    Dore

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  44. Hayley FraserMarch 24, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    Can't wait to see what you did with your laundry room! Mine has such potential, but I haven't done much with it after almost 3 years here. We just got home from Kansas City and I brought home all sorts of good stuff...now to find places for it all...Have a great weekend!

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  45. {oc cottage}March 24, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Oh my gosh! What amazing little worlds created under glass! I am beyond smitten!

    m ^..^

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  46. The Charm of HomeMarch 24, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Thanks for linking up!
    Sherry

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  47. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaMarch 24, 2011 at 9:49 PM

    Oh girl I love the sweet lambs and all the moss..I also have the same moss growing on my mountain top..Hugs and smiles Gl♥ria

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  48. Anne LorysMarch 24, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    This is turning into quite the party and place to be! I just wish I had more to share.

    Oh well, I can oooh and aaah over all of your pretties and everyoen elses!

    XO,
    Anne

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  49. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 24, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Wow, I love all of the wonderful cloche displays, they are all stunning. Great pictures and fabulous inspiration. Thanks for hosting. Hugs, Marty

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  50. Decor To AdoreMarch 24, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    What a fantastic idea to use your nativity lambs for a springtime soiree! I adore it.

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  51. Sweet Magnolias FarmMarch 24, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    What a beautiful idea to use for Easter. The moss cloches with the lambs, eggs and crosses...a few vintage Easter cards and some crinkled seam binding...and a sprinkle of glitter. Celebrate!
    Thank you for the ideas. Oh...and I love how they are stacked as they can be displayed even in the smallest space.
    Blessings.....Abbey

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  52. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Oh, your cloche display is gorgeous. I love her chippy shutters, too. Thanks for hosting.

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  53. Travel With LuluMarch 25, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    Thank you for hosting! I hope you don't mind linking up my Spring in England - nothing is more vintage than England, is it? :) XOL

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  54. mary bethMarch 25, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Love the little lambs with your cloche! So precious...I am sick of bunnies and the lambs remind us of the real meaning of Easter! I think we should start a lamb parade...I think I will have to dig out the Nativity set that I JUST GOT PUT AWAY! :) Thanks for giving us so many wonderful ideas to use in our homes!

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  55. saltbox
    treasures    March 25, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Hi Debra, Thanks again for hosting. I love your vintage inspiration party and will be linking up whenever I have a vintage post.
    ~ Julie

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  56. birdie blueMarch 25, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    you're cloches are darling. love the african violet and all of your sweet vintage lambs. so creative and charming.

    xo
    ~molly

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  57. Sandi~A Cottage MuseMarch 25, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Love the pretty Spring cloches you've done Debra! I also loved Judy's space and the shutters are wonderful!

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  58. Pieced PastimesMarch 25, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    The cloches are just wonderful. Love the moss and the chippy white paint. I have added my site to the party and look forward to visiting the other links. Thanks for hosting this party!

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  59. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    I love anything moss! These are all lovely!

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  60. Faded CharmMarch 25, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    So beautiful...just like a mini terrarium under your cloche. I love how you built it up on the cake plate.

    That booth is amazing and gives me some ideas for my upcoming changes in my both for the Spring show.

    Thanks for hosting:)

    Kathleen

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  61. Rita's RecipesMarch 25, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Hi, I'm joining the party and am your newest follower!
    Cheers!
    Rita

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  62. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageMarch 25, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    How lovely, Debra! I will have to join your party one of these weeks. I have a cloche for Pink Saturday but it's not nearly as fancied up as yours. Enjoy you weekend.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  63. Daphne Nicole & Lynda CadeMarch 25, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    Oh Debra, your picture's are all so pretty, I just love moss and your little lambs are just precious! I'm running late to the party, just got my post up a little while ago, better late than never though! Hope you have a wonderful weekend!!!
    hugs~~~ Daphne

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  64. UnknownMarch 25, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    you have out done yourself Debra. Your work is always fantastic and this cloche is utterly great. The combination of the lambs and butterfyl and moss, etc...
    beautiful...

    Karen

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  65. Lynn at Cottage and CreekMarch 25, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Wow, Debra! Your cloche vignette is absolutely beautiful!! I just bought a cloche at Hobby Lobby last week and I can't wait to have fun with it. I love the little lambs too. Seeing such inspiration reaffirms why I love to collect vintage goodies and put forth the effort to beautify my home for my family. Thanks so much for sharing and for hosting this fun party.
    ~Lynn

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  66. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 25, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Debra,
    It all looks beautiful...thanks so much for sharing and for hosting.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  67. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageMarch 25, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    Your beautiful spring vignette is so inspirational, Debra! I love the lambs you used to remind us of Easter - just precious.

    Thanks for linking to the party again. I'm always delighted to have you join me.

    Blessings,
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  68. ChristyMarch 26, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    I love to visit Leolas too, so many great ideas! Thanks for stopping by my lil' ole blog and the sweet comments! I work part time at The Market and it is all dolled up for spring too! If you visit looke me up, I would love to meet ya! Christy

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  69. kara@elements-interiors.netMarch 26, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Hey sweet friend ...im linked up....I didnt really have anything "Vintage" but I linked up my "Old" candle jars repurposed:) Hope thats ok

    xoxokara

    I couldnt find your button either...

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  70. Sweet European DreamsMarch 26, 2011 at 10:58 PM

    super sweet. I'm thinking that I have some of those same little lambs - they were part of my grandmother's nativity many years ago. Thanks again for hosting this weekend - so much inspiration here! -diane

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  71. An Oasis in the DesertMarch 27, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    Love all the cloches. I'm just starting to acquire a few & love them. Just found one of the lovely bell-shaped ones at Marshall's, but I've decided to save it for the new house. Just a query about your cloche with the African Violet. Is it a real violet & does your cloche act as a terrarium, forming moisture inside? I've been growing African Violets for years & have always found that they do not like moisture on their leaves. Just something to keep in mind -- if the leaves start getting brown spots, that could mean the plant leaves are getting wet. I'm a new follower & would love to have you follow me back.
    CAS

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  72. Miss Gracie's HouseMarch 28, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    Debra,
    the lambs are just adorable...now I wish I hadn't got all of mine packed away:)...Now I can't want to see the eastlake dresser and the laundry room...
    Rene
    Your support for me in my struggle is amazing...thank you for sharing your heart with me.

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