pretty flowers + perfume bottles

Whether on your vanity, bedside, or in a powder room, luscious blooms and crystal perfume bottles always add a beautiful touch. Happy weekend wishes to all!

images via Country Living

Spring is in Bloom!

I can not believe that it is March ALREADY! Wow this year is flying by! I can feel spring in the air, as it is another beautiful day here in Jacksonville! I wish I could be outside, but I have the door wide open at Lilee's so I can enjoy the weather as much as possible!

Since moving into our home back in October, it has been mostly cold weather so we have not been able to get out in our yard and fix it up. The grass and plants were not in the best shape (pretty much dead) when we moved in, and with many "freezing" nights these past couple of months, it looks even worse! I'm ready for some gorgeous green grass, color and blooms! We are antsy to get out in the yard ASAP, and as soon as it starts to warm up we will! Here are some beautifully landscaped gardens that just inspire me even more!


Don't you just want to be here? Beautiful!









I wish I could grow Hydrangea like these!! So gorgeous!

DIY Valentine Decorating Ideas!

If you're ever in a creative slump, Martha Stewart always comes up with the BEST "DIY" (Do It Yourself) ideas for entertaining and decorating! I knew just where to go to get inspiration for Valentine's Day flowers and decorating ideas! Here are some great tips from Martha's web site!


This is not from Martha Stewart, but I just love the sweet little setting for two! How cute!
image via www.icedevents.blogspot.com


"Conversation Piece" Oh my goodness! I LOVE this little arrangement! Probably because 1) I adore tulips, 2) the light pinks, yellows and oranges are a switch up from the traditional red, and 3) I love the candy heart base that delivers sweet messages! So adorable!


A floating heart is a simple and pretty centerpiece!


Great idea if you're throwing a dinner party! Each person/couple can take home one of the smaller arrangements that make up the beautiful heart centerpiece!


Flowers with a bit of spice! I love how she used the spicy cinnamon candies lining the vase!


Gorgeous and vibrant arrangement! I love the silver vase!


Handmade Heart Doilies will dress up any table!


Put sweet sayings in these adorable, handmade felt fortune cookies! Make them for your hunny, or they make a fun and unique Valentine to give your friends or co-workers!


Fun and pretty, these translucent Crayon Hearts are made from wax paper and crayons! Neat idea!


Surprise your Valentine with Bonbon-Filled Hearts by hanging them on a doorknob or near the computer! Great for a Valentine party favor too!

All ideas and step by step instructions for making them yourself can be found at www.marthastewart.com! Have fun!