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Saturday, May 16, 2009

flower power


 i think that gardeners are some of the most creative people around....they have a true understanding of design, texture and most of all, color.  i absolutely love to work with my hands, and that includes moving some dirt around in the garden, pulling weeds, and especially planting flowers.  but, to my disappointment, the closest thing that i'll ever get to having a green thumb is to paint one on myself.  i think that i have a tendency to "over nurture" (i.e. if i add some more water, maybe it will grow faster) and i'm not sure that i have the patience that's required to be a master gardener.  so, when the idea for this little book popped into my head, i thought it may just be the perfect compromise....a colorful little garden full of happy flowers...and i didn't even have to get dirt under my fingernails!
you can find more images and information about this book here in my etsy shop.

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12 comments:

  1. PrairiePeasantMay 16, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    This is beautiful Lori! You always add such wonderful details to make your books so special.

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  2. shiborigirlMay 16, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    I love this - it reminds me of the late '60's (oops! Now you know how OLD I am!). Power to the Flower, Baby!

    Hugs,

    Kate

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  3. DoloresMay 16, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    I'm so glad you don't let the fact that you are not a gardener get in the way of your creativity. I like how you ended up dealing with the issue. I try to do as little as possible in the yard.

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  4. saraMay 16, 2009 at 8:42 PM

    I Love this book!!! CUTE.

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  5. Gina Lee KimMay 16, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    Lori, my husband = green thumbs; me = plant murderer. We can't be everything! I absolutely LOVE how you hug/incorporate pretty paper with each book-binding signature.

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  6. waltherMay 16, 2009 at 11:29 PM

    go green:
    harvest your talents
    let etsy be your market

    sorry i ca n nor be at the grand opening

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  7. waltherMay 16, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    let me re-phrase:
    i cannot be at the grand opening

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  8. julie kingMay 17, 2009 at 1:43 AM

    so cute! love the orange and green color combination! someone will snap this up quickly!!

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  9. Martha LeverMay 17, 2009 at 11:24 PM

    Love this on---and I so agree about the green/brown thumb thing--if I want flowers I have to paint them! Enjoyed seeing you at the opening--it was fun.

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  10. Staci DanfordMay 18, 2009 at 2:38 AM

    There is just something about even the word FLORAL that tickles your soul.. Flowers can't help but make us all break out in a smile..
    Staci

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  11. spencerMay 19, 2009 at 2:47 PM

    I'm a big fan of this one!

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  12. AnonymousMay 19, 2009 at 3:50 PM

    i ADORE this journal...you are way beyond talented, my sweet friend :)

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