I went to
Carmel with some friends on Saturday. I'll share more photos of that tomorrow but today I wanted to show you what I bought!
I remember seeing one of these in a magazine years and years ago, I think it was in the old Victoria magazine and I've always wanted one but never saw one for sale anywhere! It's a basket on a pole that you can stick into the soil in your garden to hold your flowers as you cut them. The tip is pointed so it will be easy to push into the ground. I'll be using it in my garden when my roses bloom but for now it's just decorating my living room. Those roses aren't real but they look like they are so that's good enough for me.
I just think it's so cute (and practical)!
I went to Carmel with some friends on Saturday. I'll share more photos of that tomorrow but today I wanted to show you what I bought!
I remember seeing one of these in a magazine years and years ago, I think it was in the old Victoria magazine and I've always wanted one but never saw one for sale anywhere! It's a basket on a pole that you can stick into the soil in your garden to hold your flowers as you cut them. The tip is pointed so it will be easy to push into the ground. I'll be using it in my garden when my roses bloom but for now it's just decorating my living room. Those roses aren't real but they look like they are so that's good enough for me.
I just think it's so cute (and practical)!
Cindy, what a treasure you've found! For some reason I'm conjuring up Mary Poppins -- in the springtime. I'm looking forward to seeing more photos as you pick those flowers! ~Arleen
ReplyDeleteI love it. I too am ready for spring/summer bouquets around the house!
ReplyDeleteMe TOO! I want Spring. NOW! Pretty, please?
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea. Fun and functional. I hope you can fill that basket over and over:)
ReplyDelete~Debra
Blog: Capers of the vintage vixens
What a find - this is adorable and your idea is great - love it! Jennifer
ReplyDeleteNever seen before...cute:)
ReplyDeletehave a nice evning...
elinanita
So pretty...and clever too! Great find :o)
ReplyDelete~Des
Martha Steward used to have a larger basket on a pole she used in her garden similar to yours on her show years ago.
ReplyDeleteCan't say I've ever seen one for sale anywhere so you made a great find.
Cindy that is just so darling! It ranks right up there in my book with wicker shopping carts. It looks so sweet next to your comfy chair. I know you will have such fun using it in your garden!
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Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Very clever basket. Thanks for sharing. Can't wait for pics of Carmel
ReplyDeleteSo cute! I absolutely love Carmel, I have so many happy memories from that precious town! Eating at Katie's, the lone cypress, The Cobblestone Inn, AGH...I need a road trip! I especially love that the Plaza now has an Anthropology! Marcia
ReplyDeleteI have never seen one before ~ absolutely charming. Now, I want one! This is going to look so great in your rose garden. ~jermaine~
ReplyDeleteWhat a neat idea! I could have used one of those so many times in the past. I am itching for little green sprouts to start popping up, BUT FIRST, we have to get rid of a foot of snow and it's snowing again this morning...ARGH! I guess I need to start another indoor project.
ReplyDeletestay warm
ANDREA
Carmel!! Be still my heart! my favorite place in the whole world, it can be rainy or sunny it is still the most gorgeous place to me. I love your flower picking basket. I can just see you filling it up with lovely roses from your yard. This little basket will make the experience that much more enjoyable, kind of like a market basket. Great find and purchase, Kathysue
ReplyDeleteOh, how lovely, Cindy! You're so fortunate to have found such a treasure. It looks adorable in your livingroom. Now I have something new to search for on my antique buying trips!
ReplyDeletePaula
Very pretty room! Love your chair cover. I don't always comment but always enjoy your blog.
ReplyDeleteCindy~ I think you're right it was
ReplyDeletein Victoria mag. I remember seeing
it and thinking how unusual it was.
I love it and if I ever see one for
sale I will buy it too. I really
thought your roses were real,they
are so pretty. We are suppose to
get snow again for the third time
this season.UNBELIEVEABLE!We never
get snow one time much less 3.
HURRY UP SPRING!!:o)
I have never ever seen one of these and it is just awesome!! You were so lucky!!
ReplyDeleteI am SO ready for Spring!!!
Lou Cinda ;)
What a great find!......I have never seen a basket on a pole. Definately a very useful item to have when you are gardening. Enjoy seeing unique items like this.....Lynn
ReplyDeleteLeave it to the "old-timers" to invent something practical. I love the birdcage beside the chair. I am a birdcage junkie!! LOL!!
ReplyDelete**Smiles**
Marilyn
xxoo
I love it, Cindy!
ReplyDeleteI've got one of these. Bought while living in Europe. It is very useful for flowers or vegtable picking.
ReplyDeleteHow cute, Cindy! I love the view outside too.
ReplyDeleteBrenda
That is so cute, Cindy! I love
ReplyDeleteyour "birdhouse" table. I had
my sweet hubby make me one a few
years ago but mine is outside.
I even had a little wren pair
make a nest in mine...so sweet!
Your roses look fresh picked to
me!
Becky
I really love it , too. I'm ready for spring , too but it seems the weather is not ready
ReplyDeleteI like it! I think it'll look great in your lovely garden.
ReplyDeleteCindy it is so very cute!! I am looking forward to spring and seeing you post about all your beautiful flowers!
ReplyDeleteCindy...soon - very soon, you are going to need a bigger place! Great find!
ReplyDeletewhat a lovely idea!
ReplyDeletemakes me long for my roses...
I want one of those! Great find Cindy! Can't wait to see the Carmel photos. It has been a while since I've been there.
ReplyDeleteOoh! now I want one too! How neat is that!
ReplyDeleteNever been to California, but, it's on my bucket list!! You can use your basket on the pole for a cane and doo-dad holder when you get old! LOL! Rhonda
ReplyDeleteCindy, I'm a new blogger I was just wondering how do people feel about snapping a few photos in their shops? I go on alot of outtings and I'd love to snap some pictures of the beautiful shops I visit.
ReplyDeleteCarmel is one of most favorite places in the world!!! I bet you had a beautiful day. That basket in your living room looks like straight out of a Victoria mag. Those roses look real! Such a cheerful cottage you have...I can hear the birdsong.
ReplyDeleteCindy, flower basket is the cutest thing I have ever seen. I picked my daffodils yesterday. Last fall I planted 75 blubs and with all this rain they are still beautiful. Just a little muddy.
ReplyDeleteP.S. love your store. The candy dish is to die for.
Your Home decorations are just fabulous and your home is beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGive romantic gifts to your girl friend and impressed her heart!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat basket and I love the view out your window. It looks much warmer and I am envious! I can just picture that basket full of flowers!
ReplyDeletewhat a great find it fits in perfect in your lovely home it was ment for you to find it :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful treasure! It suits your home perfectly.
ReplyDelete- The Tablescaper
Your patio looks different. Did they cut a tree down or trim it back. I know that's not the object of the post.
ReplyDeleteI want spring too, but also love the rain.
Ciao
These baskets on canes make me think of the English or Irish country side, way cute!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Awesome purchase! I'm so ready for spring...I HAD to buy daffodils at the grocery yesterday!
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