Are there colors that just bring a smile to your face? For me, it's always been pink... and over the past couple of years, my palette has expanded to include the softest shades of blues, turquoise, lavender, gray (I call it "silver lining" gray), creams/ivories (melting vanilla ice cream).
During this time of year, after all the white and blah dreariness of Winter, I am especially happy to see the yellows, pinks, and other sorbet colors springing up everywhere. I have been known to stop the car in front of a complete stranger's house, get out to admire their garden (and maybe snap a photo or two).... it is a bit scary for my husband, as he thinks I am trespassing and infringing on people's privacy. But I promise, I stay on the street (never even setting foot on their actual lawn) and never ever look into windows! I could be called a "bloom stalker."
Anyway, I digress. What I really wanted to share with you today were these blooms I purchased at the local grocery store.
Yes, I know that some of them are not naturally this color and they have had a bit of assistance from the Dye Fairy.... but nonetheless, I could not resist them!
They were inexpensive, colorful... and last forever!
(I brought them home over 10 days ago and they are still looking pretty!)
(pardon the crooked labels on these... not sure what happened, since they looked fine before posting... urgh!)
And while we are on the subject of "happy colors," I'd also like to share the April tag I made for The Altered Paper's "Tag-a-Month Swap."
The bunny is holding his very own Easter basket...
and is surrounded by lilacs and other Spring flowers.
(one of my favorite color combinations: lavender and teal)
This was actually the second tag I made for my partner, Tina, due to the fact that we experienced a mishap with the first one. My partner patiently waited for me to make another tag to send.
The sweet tag Tina made for me....
Miss Molly Cottontail is adorable! She brought a smile to my face, and will be a lovely addition to my tag book... thank you so much, Lisa!
(Linking up to Show & Tell Friday over at My Romantic Home)
Both Tags Are Stunning! Well Done!
And Such Pretty Colors!Hugs,Tee
Posted by: Tee | Sunday, April 22, 2012 at 08:05 PM
Mercedes, your flowers are so pretty, what wonderful and cheery Spring colors!
Love the sweet tags too! Your teal and purple is such a pretty combination, and that bunny and basket is just the cutest. I love the adorable tag you received too.
Posted by: debi | Friday, April 20, 2012 at 05:21 AM