Color Me Pretty: Flower Inspiration
Hello Friends! This is one of those, “Stop and smell the roses” posts. Even though the blooms have all faded and summer has come to a close, we can still draw inspiration from flowers because stores still stock plenty that you can bring indoors to add color long after your garden has faded.
It is during these busy autumn days that we need some time outs, wouldn’t you agree? Time to notice the subtle seasonal changes and time to enjoy what is left of summer’s bounty. I feel like I am writing this post primarily for myself as I only have a few moments to sit in between getting my son down for his nap, doing the fifth load of laundry, figuring out what is for dinner and then picking my daughter up from school. We all have our various forms of daily madness and hence the need for a moment or two of quiet solitude (if we are lucky).
Creativity needs these moments.
We need these spaces in our day to take a deep breath and notice some leaves or the color of some petals or whatever else nature is offering us. Since work is important and many of you cannot go outside right now and find some flowers to smell, I thought I would gather up some of my floral photographs from the past for you to enjoy. Hopefully this brief pause will help give you some creative ideas or at least a little break from your daily routine. It is pleasure to be back here on decor8 after taking a mini break this summer to travel, and I will see you here soon with my usual Color Me Pretty column later this month.
Until then, take good care. – Leslie Shewring.
(text, styling + photos: leslie shewring from a creative mint)
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October 4th, 2011 at 12:24pm
Hi Leslie, thank you this timely reminder to stop for a moment and take notice of the small things – I really need to do that just now!
Hannah´s last [type] ..Ruby Rhino in the press
October 4th, 2011 at 12:36pm
Thanks for sponsoring my moment of silence this morning. Love the flowers, esp, the ranunculas. The soft color palette is interesting to me, as someone who tends to work with bold colors.
October 4th, 2011 at 12:41pm
Wonderful pics and just the color I feel the need for today – thanks! :-)
tinajo´s last [type] ..Tuesdays around the world!
October 4th, 2011 at 1:00pm
These flowers are so pretty. You had so many great opportunities during London week what amazing finds you came home with.
That’s GOOD stuff!
Rashon aka Mr. Goodwill Hunting
Mr. Goodwill Hunting´s last [type] ..[my small closet and THE SHOP opens]
October 4th, 2011 at 1:03pm
Beautiful flowers! I love gorgeous flowers, I always try to have them in the house :)
Nat @ Dear Little House´s last [type] ..Fantastic Fresh Flowers: Blushing Bride.
October 4th, 2011 at 1:16pm
I do like flowers in my home :) Beautiful photos! Greetings!
Only Beautiful Things´s last [type] ..Ściany z betonu
October 4th, 2011 at 1:46pm
I am reading this post whilst eating my lunch at my desk at work, and your beautiful photos of flowers have cheered me up! They are gorgeous xxx
October 4th, 2011 at 2:38pm
I’m glad we can buy flowers in winter.. It would really have been boring without some flowers in my vases.
Ege Denne´s last [type] ..Enkel forandring
October 4th, 2011 at 2:46pm
What lovely flowers, the photos so full of inspiration and color. Nice way to start my morning as I head into the daily madness of my day. I will make a stop while out and treat my self to an armful of color and beauty.
Creativity does need these moments. Much like a deep breath or a pause to regroup. Thank you.
Deborah Velásquez´s last [type] ..Word Paths
October 4th, 2011 at 2:56pm
thanks for the touch of color, you have enlightened my day!
bicocacolors´s last [type] ..óxido
October 4th, 2011 at 3:12pm
These photographs are gorgeous and I truly appreciate the opportunity to take a moment and enjoy them. You’re absolutely right — we all need to do this more!
October 4th, 2011 at 3:52pm
Oh my! I love these flower inspirations. Do you have any idea what kind of flowers are in the “Warm and Cool” arrangement? I’d love to get my hands on some of those :)
Holly Graham´s last [type] ..City Prints
October 4th, 2011 at 4:05pm
Ah, just the break and uplifting moment I needed….thank you lovely ladies! Hope you get a few more precious moments to yourself today Leslie! :)
xoxo
Melis
Melissa de la Fuente´s last [type] ..Cheap & Chic
October 4th, 2011 at 4:11pm
Oh these flowers are lovely! I love all the colours! Thanks for sharing!
Hug´s,
Verena
Verena´s last [type] ..Wangenrot, Rouge, Blush, El colorete…
October 4th, 2011 at 4:42pm
These posts are beyond divine. Thank you for giving me a serious creative burst on this Tuesday afternoon, Leslie! The apricot and mint hues go SO well. Hope you are all settled back at home now!
Will´s last [type] ..Little Greene’s Retrospectives Paint Collection
October 4th, 2011 at 4:43pm
Hi there
Tina posted your link on her facebook page and I really like it. I hear you about the part where you say finding a quiet time between doing the laundry, getting dinner prepped, kids organised etc. Nice blog!
October 4th, 2011 at 4:53pm
JUST LOVELY!
Rike´s last [type] ..Sonntagssüß: Heute mit Zimtschnecken
October 4th, 2011 at 4:58pm
Oooooooh, so fantastic! This one I need definetely share with my readers. If it’s ok? Minna :)
Minna_Blomsterverkstad´s last [type] ..Hängande ljung * Hanging heather
October 4th, 2011 at 5:17pm
these blooms are really breathtaking. Thank you for the moment of beautiful pause!
Nicole | blue bicicletta´s last [type] ..October
October 4th, 2011 at 5:35pm
Beautiful flowers! Such a bright, lovely start to my morning!
October 4th, 2011 at 5:39pm
Stunning bouquets, wonderful photos. In my neck of the woods, Autumn is making it’s arrival. I’m using left over herbs to gather for my window sill bud vases. It was fresh and cool on my deck this morning; I enjoyed my first cup of coffee watching the bees dance lazily around the basil, lavender and mums. Thanks for sharing the end of summer inspiration! Beeutiful~ ;D
Ellen´s last [type] ..Poets United and Imaginary Garden
October 4th, 2011 at 6:10pm
Such a lovely post and so true. We have had an extra week of summer sun here in the uk and everyone has really been making the most of it before winter hits!x
Rebecca´s last [type] ..littletree (re)discovers…Darling Clementine
October 4th, 2011 at 6:16pm
gorgeous flowers … the sun is hiding behind the clouds today & i need this to make me smile again :)
October 4th, 2011 at 6:19pm
I love the photo’s of the flowers, and what you said in the post is soo true. Even though it is still warm here and we have flowers year round in our yards, it’s still beautiful to me to see flowers in the soft and pastel colors.
October 4th, 2011 at 6:23pm
Its so nice to look at these photos during such a rainy fall day. Although I am very excited for Autum to be here, these photos are bringing back sweet memories of summer.
Lovely post!
October 4th, 2011 at 6:23pm
Gorgeous flowers! Very creative flower vases! I especially love those poppies!
October 4th, 2011 at 6:30pm
I love that pink, yellow, and lavender combination:) I’ve been enjoying all the roses blooming around town right now, and wishing I had planted some this year. Maybe next:)
Bobbi´s last [type] ..An Autumn Trip to the Farmers Market
October 4th, 2011 at 7:05pm
Ahhh, I neede that. :)
October 4th, 2011 at 7:22pm
hi leslie,
so true, your images are such a lovely pause from all the daily tasks we always have to keep up with. it was such a treat to meet you face to face at anthropologie in st. louis park…it seems we all have too much going on and have to be so mindful of taking that time to ‘smell the roses’
thanks again!
dawn´s last [type] ..meeting holly becker at anthropologie
October 4th, 2011 at 7:22pm
Something I must do for myself more often – buy flowers!!!! I miss how such a simple thing can make a space so HAPPY!
October 4th, 2011 at 7:47pm
It was so lovely meeting you and taking your inspiration board class at The CCE Leslie. You are so sweet and delightful.
I think making inspiration boards is a perfect way to rejuvenate the creative flow… and can be done for any theme or color. It is my new way to look at color/design elements.
Thank you! Wishing you a lovely day!
Erica Cooper´s last [type] ..Creative Connection Event 2011!
October 4th, 2011 at 8:36pm
Hi Holly:
Pretty in Pink indeed! Thanks so much for this post. I think flowers can be overlooked in autumn season decor. Do you take the images yourself?
Nicole L. Tate
Nicole L. Tate´s last [type] ..Why More Wall Beds Are Showing Up in Secondary or Resort Homes
October 4th, 2011 at 8:57pm
Love flowers!
October 4th, 2011 at 10:46pm
Oh! So pretty! I especially love the warm and cool poppie combo! Thanks!
October 4th, 2011 at 10:49pm
Usually don’t have those to seconds so It’s nice to see the nature here:)
October 4th, 2011 at 11:16pm
These are so beautiful, Leslie…love the white frames! Thank you for the sweet reminder. xo
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October 5th, 2011 at 12:32am
Leslie – Your first photograph reminds me of what I love about your style. These incredible, unexpected combinations of color. I can’t wait to hear about all your insights during Blogging Your Way!
October 5th, 2011 at 12:35am
Your pictures are so incredibly beautiful! Would you mind sharing the experience of your camera? Anyway, this blog is awesome.
October 5th, 2011 at 3:23am
So pretty! Will definitely look look at more of your work for inspiration for my wedding!
October 5th, 2011 at 3:28am
I just love the first salmon colored flowers. They look like peonies which are my absolute favorite! I also love the ranunculus which look like mini peonies. Ranunculus are popular where I live. We have flowers fields with gorgeaous colors of them all over the place. Spectacular!!
October 5th, 2011 at 4:50am
I love these photos of flowers. I believe that flowers at any time of the year are so pretty and can be inspiration to all. I actually have used flowers to inspire my own room. I love it!
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October 5th, 2011 at 5:29am
I really miss color me pretty column, Glad that Leslie shared her beautiful flower inspiration. Love them all.
fenny setiawan´s last [type] ..Pillow loves
October 5th, 2011 at 9:05am
So beautiful ! Fresh, delicate & strong in the same time…i like all of it ! thank you for the every day sweety walk to you…
Marie´s last [type] ..Commande !
October 5th, 2011 at 11:08am
@Nicole – This post was written and photographed by Leslie Shewring.
October 6th, 2011 at 4:09am
You have inspired me to have flowers in my home more often. I think they are so refreshing and uplifting! Gorgeous :)
October 6th, 2011 at 11:08am
Oh, Leslie! Another feast for our eyes – thankyou. I had forgotten how pretty delphiniums are – now I *need* to plant some in our garden. Just luscious photos. As always. J x
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October 9th, 2011 at 1:00pm
beautiful pics. perfect for a grey day like today!