It was a lazy weekend around my house. I did not want to go too far from home until I have had this tooth removed and all threats of infection and pain were gone...so we stayed home. On Saturday I decided to catch up on some yard work -A.K.A. weeding, and a few other things. Come -I'll show you!
Remember this photo? It is of the front of my house a couple of weeks ago. The reason I show you this, is for you to see the Virginia Creeper growing up the posts and around the front Porch.
Now...if you look really hard, you can see a sad excuse for one of those plants trying to grow inside the greenhouse on that arch over the desk. It is just not doing as well as I had hoped it would inside. So-I started scheming while I was weeding. During a weeding "break"- I got busy and this is what happened to that sad plant inside...
It got moved outside!!! I have always wanted to put something over the gate...I even tried to get a climbing rose to grow on the downspout...but to no avail (obviously)
I think I like what I see..! I can hardly wait until it fills in like the ones in the front yard!!!
But it sure looks empty in here now! It took a lot of effort to get that arch out of the greenhouse...Tootsie here forgot how tall it was compared to the hanging bars, and the hooks, and yes-the doorway...but as I have proven to myself over and over again...where there's a will there is a way!
Then...I was energized!!! To heck with the rest of the weeding!!! Lets PLAY (Tootsie style)!
There used to be some impatiens growing in a pot that sat inside this urn...they had an issue with some frost and are no more...did I mention we are expecting frost tonight???? YEA...welcome to Alberta! Anyway, I had this little turtle bird bath sitting in the garage...I know it is a tad bit tacky, but I thought I might as well try to use it somewhere...
And ....then I made this! (but not before I did some more weeding.....it is almost done) That thing on top as a finial...IS A SOLAR LIGHT!
The silver one that I had did not work, so I had to change it up....and then paint it all a hammered grey. Here is is in the evening when the light turned on!
I got so excited...that I had to make a couple more! I am getting to be a pro at making them...I only used one screw to make the solar light one! I used grommets instead of nuts and bolts! Sneaky aren't I????? lol
And ...then it got dark, and I had to go inside. The bugs were starting to think I was a buffet table!
What did you do this weekend?
If you have a moment...stop by and see Nan at momstheword...she has lots of advice on making your home sing!!! By clicking on the button to the right, you can get to her!
Remember this photo? It is of the front of my house a couple of weeks ago. The reason I show you this, is for you to see the Virginia Creeper growing up the posts and around the front Porch.
Now...if you look really hard, you can see a sad excuse for one of those plants trying to grow inside the greenhouse on that arch over the desk. It is just not doing as well as I had hoped it would inside. So-I started scheming while I was weeding. During a weeding "break"- I got busy and this is what happened to that sad plant inside...
It got moved outside!!! I have always wanted to put something over the gate...I even tried to get a climbing rose to grow on the downspout...but to no avail (obviously)
I think I like what I see..! I can hardly wait until it fills in like the ones in the front yard!!!
But it sure looks empty in here now! It took a lot of effort to get that arch out of the greenhouse...Tootsie here forgot how tall it was compared to the hanging bars, and the hooks, and yes-the doorway...but as I have proven to myself over and over again...where there's a will there is a way!
Then...I was energized!!! To heck with the rest of the weeding!!! Lets PLAY (Tootsie style)!
There used to be some impatiens growing in a pot that sat inside this urn...they had an issue with some frost and are no more...did I mention we are expecting frost tonight???? YEA...welcome to Alberta! Anyway, I had this little turtle bird bath sitting in the garage...I know it is a tad bit tacky, but I thought I might as well try to use it somewhere...
And ....then I made this! (but not before I did some more weeding.....it is almost done) That thing on top as a finial...IS A SOLAR LIGHT!
The silver one that I had did not work, so I had to change it up....and then paint it all a hammered grey. Here is is in the evening when the light turned on!
I got so excited...that I had to make a couple more! I am getting to be a pro at making them...I only used one screw to make the solar light one! I used grommets instead of nuts and bolts! Sneaky aren't I????? lol
And ...then it got dark, and I had to go inside. The bugs were starting to think I was a buffet table!What did you do this weekend?
If you have a moment...stop by and see Nan at momstheword...she has lots of advice on making your home sing!!! By clicking on the button to the right, you can get to her!
Comments
Thank you for sharing such beauty..I will be back to sigh and drool somemore. :-)
Sharon
Your yard is gorgeous. I don't know how on earth you got the arbor out of the greenhouse though... The vine is going to be so pretty when it gets growing.
Did you consider painting the turtles? They're quite whimsical, but might be more if they're all one color. ☺
Hugs! ♥ Diane
Lynn
I don't think your little bird bath is tacky, it's cute!
Do you EVER just lay around and do nothing for a full day???
When is the tooth coming out?
Justine :o )
Your solar lights are wonderful! Ever thought about an ETSY Store?
Guess what, because of your encouragement I started some in ground plantings, hopefully by Friday I'll have something to show you!
lovin' the crowns...I'll have one of each please.... :0) :0) :0) ......
those were extra cuteness so you will love me and bring them all to my house to live... :0) ... oops, one more just slipped out! It's going to be ANOTHER one of THOSE days here...Colby came in the house this morning early (I'd just come down the stairs at 6:14am ) carrying a dead baby chickadee...poor thing! Seems Buddy had a little too much fun last night. Colby was concerned that it's mommy was worried and looking for it...poor little mommy. ...Well...after a little hand sanitizer we're on to the rest of the day....the adventures of a Foster parent...hmmmmmmmm...OR....Ahhhhhhhh!! ...Yah...I'm thinking its going to be the....Ahhhhhhh!
Call ya later!
You asked what we did this weekend - I went up north to take my friend for her birthday. Our trip is on my 100th post today along with a drawing. So get your little Tootsiebutt over there to get entered!
blossom
I couldn't see all of the pictures but loved the ones I was able to see.
What is that thing on the fence to the right of the gate (below the downspout. It looks like a sink!
And...I think where you put that little turtle fountain is just perfect and the plant behind it really adds..makes it look like it belongs..
:) ~smiles and love~
Mona
Some ferns would look good in the empty spot.
What do you do when there's a late frost? Do you cover your plants?
The solar finials are too cool. Okay, and HOW do you make those things? You need to do a tutorial!!
I see your still dealing with that tooth problem, so sorry. :(
Frost????? I do forget about how far north you are. We've been getting a lot of rain and BUGS :(
I see you have lots of projects, us too. Plus things like a broken hot water heater, just added extra work and put our 'fun projects' on hold.
Hope you feel better soon. Don't work too hard.
Hugs
'D'
P.S. Hope you're feeling better this week!
Take care of yourself!