Happy Monday! Summer seems to have arrived after an usually cool spring.
“The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.”
2 Corinthians 9:6
It is the first Monday of the month and I am joining Lidy, Mary, and our special guest for the June edition of Monday Morning Blooms.
The use of a watering can as a vase for our flower arrangement is this month’s common theme!
You will find all the links for my friends at the bottom of this post.
Mary, Lidy, and I are happy to welcome back Bonnie from Living With Thanksgiving! Bonnie is a fellow Alabamian, gardener, and traveler. She and I connected through blogging several years ago and have become good friends.
I set a table in the garden for the first time this year, and I am so happy you have chosen to join me! It was a beautiful late afternoon with a mix of sun and clouds.
“I always like to have flowers on the table. I think they make it look special.”
~Ina Garten
The floral “British Gardening Company” watering can was found at Home Goods a few months ago and it immediately jumped into my cart! A trip to Birmingham last week for an appointment provided an opportunity to visit Trader Joe’s for flowers. Purple stock, mini pink dianthus, yellow aster solidago, and burgundy solomio/raffine dianthus joined foraged native oak leaf hydrangeas from the woodlands. This combination provided the English garden style I was hoping to accomplish.
There was little fuss in the arranging of the flowers. The hydrangeas were placed first in the can and I simply added all the colorful flowers until they were pleasing to my eye.
The vintage luncheon tablecloth is reversible. The napkins depict the other side. You can view the tablecloth used with the reverse pattern in an earlier post.
As I mentioned, I wanted the floral arrangement to mimic the English garden style. This captures the essence of a picturesque English cottage garden with an abundance of colorful blooms and an unorganized natural style!
Royal Stafford ‘Asiatic pheasant’ dinner plate, Churchill ‘toile pink’ luncheon plate, Bordallo pinheiro ‘cabbage’ salad plate, and Spode ‘Mayflower’ saucer complete the plate stack. Vintage etched Fostoria stemware and vintage silver-plate flatware complete each place setting.
Late afternoon sunlight casts a soft glow on the flowers!
Sunshine Cottage was built in the summer of 2020 and it has made setting a table in the garden so much easier. I keep a lot of dishes displayed on shelves and stored underneath the counter out of sight, but handy enough to move to the garden table.
As I was removing everything off the table, I set the arrangement on the cottage porch. I liked seeing the cottage garden in the background, so why not take a photo?!
You can see the beautiful detail of the tablecloth in this photo.
Be sure to visit each of my talented friends for beautiful flower inspiration.
Mary ~ Home Is Where The Boat Is
Lidy ~ French Garden House
Bonnie ~ Living With Thanksgiving
After completing my garden pics, I decided to enjoy the watering can in a different setting…the picnic table. I put this arrangement together on Wednesday and presumed it would fade quickly remaining outside in the heat. I was surprised the following day to discover the flowers still looked as fresh as ever, so I placed the can on the patio table where I forgot about it. To an even greater surprise, RM noticed it last evening and made a photo of it…and it still looked great!
Thank you for your visit and gracious comments. Wishing you a delightful week!
Linking with: Pieced Pastimes, Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
Imparting Grace,Life and Linda
Pam, Your cheery watering can of blooms is perfectly reminiscent of English garden style! I love your pretty assortment of Trader Joe’s flowers mixed with your foraged oak leaf hydrangeas. The mix of flowers is as pretty as your dish layers and plate stack…and what gorgeous light you captured and were photographing in! I love seeing your arrangement on your table in your garden, as well as with the Sunshine Cottage in the background. Such a pretty tablecloth (reversible!) and contrast of the lavender against the yellow-gold foliage of your Sunshine Ligustrum and grasses in the pasture beyond the fence. It’s always a treat to have a virtual seat at your table and join you for some flower therapy. Happy June.♥
Thank you, Mary. It was good to be back in the garden for a Monday Morning Blooms!
Pam, What a delightful floral watering can! I love your natural style English Garden style arrangement. And what a bonus that your tablecloth is reversible! Both sides are so lovely. I remember the cloth in your Mother’s Day post a few years ago. The flowers are so pretty. You were so smart the way you placed your cottage and designed your garden. Each side of your table has a lovely view. Your plate stack has so many beautiful pieces and shows off your great styling ability.
It was a delight to join you flower loving friends today.
Thank you, Bonnie. It was a joy to have you as our guest today. Wishing you a wonderful week!
I love flowers in the watering can. You share so much beauty. YOU bring so much beauty to our world. I didn’t realize the cottage was so “new”. It made me feel as though I’ve been around you longer than I think (☺️🪴🌻). The way the light hit, along with the shadows of the clouds, was perfect. The English Garden style takes me to places and times I feel a connection to; even if I’ve never been there except in my mind and heart ❤️. Thank you for helping me begin my week in such a pretty way! (ps~the accessories~the actual can, tablecloth, settings,…perfect!). Sending love and prayers every day, Pam. You all mean so much to me.💛🪴🌿🌸💐💕🙏🏻 🎶
Thank you my precious friend. The English country style is my favorite because of its floral patterns and homes filled with collections attained over many years and generations. I wish you could join me for a glass of iced tea in the cottage. It is in the 90’s today and the cottage has AC.
I love you and you are always in my prayers 💜💕💛🌸🎶🩷🙏🏻🙏🏻
It’s my blessing, Pam. Your reasons for loving that style are just mine, too. I love history, historical homes, floral patterns (I’m wearing a floral headband and pigtails-I think I live in the wrong time period, Pam!). I’d love to have tea sitting in the cottage with the A.C. As I just hit “publish” to conclude my little camping series, it became dark outside. The rain is gently falling and I can rest a bit now and enjoy this time here. I’m with you in spirit and heart! Thank you for being you. Much much love. 💚❤️💕
I hope your rain this afternoon made your rest sweeter. Love and hugs ♥️🙏🏻🤗
It really did, Pam. Today I go to the oncologist. I’m praying for a good visit with great blood results and helpful communication. I had much pain last night. But for God!! Have a beautiful day and week. I prayed for you both early. I love you. 🌸💐🌻🎶🙏🏻💕
Praying for you 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 Love and hugs ☕️🌹🩷🤗♥️
Pam, it truly looks like you are in the midst of the English countryside with this arrangement. The tablecloth and flowers are beautiful in the dappled sunlight. Our nearest TJ’s is 40 minutes away in Greenville and the one time time I drove over with for flowers, they were completely sold out! Hope the rest of your trip to Birmingham went well and perhaps ended with a delicious dessert. Hugs!
Thank you, Roxanne. I was hoping it would give off the English countryside look, my favorite style. No dessert last week. Happy week to you 🩷
My main word to describe this one is “fresh.” It really is lovely, Pam. It looks cool in the heat of the day and so bright and cheery. I DO love this style! Lovely.
Thank you, Jeanie. I have always loved the English country style for it its floral patterns and collected look.
Oh Pam, this is so pretty!! I love your HG watering can and I love the way your casual flower arrangement matches the flower pattern on the can, beautiful! The vintage purple and white linens really compliment your arrangement and make it pop. The plate stack is lovely and of course your amazing garden setting makes everything even more special~ Such a wonderful way to start my Monday!
Jenna, you are so sweet! I am so happy that you like it. I think summer has definitely arrived and I know you love it 🩷
Pam, You know I love that beautiful tablecloth, either side! Your watering can of flowers is gorgeous and the plate stack is pretty too. Happy Monday! Clara❤️
Thanks so much, Clara🩷
Good morning, Pam! Your English Garden arrangement is both beautiful and cheerful! It compliments your entire table setting and garden backdrop wonderfully. The lavender tablecloth is so pretty and provides the perfect anchor to the lovely plate stack. I adore the English Garden style so much, and this setting makes my heart sing. Have a most blessed day, dear friend!
Thank you, Shannon. My favorite style still remains English country because of the collected look! Have a wonderful week🌸
Pam, happy June, dear friend! Oh, I love your watering can filled with cheerful English inspired flowers, such a glorious mix of colors and shapes. The flowers on the outside of the watering can add even more floral joy. Your table cloth, isn’t that the prettiest thing?! That the damask pattern is reversible is the beauty of that type of weaving, isn’t it? Your cloth is a particularly beautiful color that is rare to find, what a beauty. It’s the perfect backdrop for your lovely table setting. Love seeing your garden in the background, it is beautiful at every time of year but particularly this time of year. It’s always such a joy to have a virtual seat at your table and join you for our beloved Monday Morning Blooms! Xo Lidy
Thank you, Lidy. I love being in the garden for Monday Morning Blooms. Wishing you a wonder-filled week!
Good Morning Pam. Love the English Garden so pretty. Have a great new week.
Hugs. Kris
Thanks so much, Kris 🩷
Your English garden is so very pretty. Love all the beautiful colors. Happy June. Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Thank you, Cindy. Happy June!
Pam, you are the “English Garden Queen”. So very charming and beautiful! Great HomeGoods find! I would have snagged it too! Love love the tablecloth and settings! Butch is going to have to build an addition to your home just for your gorgeous tablecloth collection!
Thank you, Shirley. I must stop my tablecloth addiction. Happy June!
Wow, Pam. What’s not to love about your English Garden setting? So pretty. From the lovely table cloth and watering can that can be utilized for so many things and settings. Your gardens are inspirational….love all the beauty there. What beautiful views you have from all parts of your home. Magazine worthy for sure. Blessings dear friend.
Thank you, Kari. I love being in the garden and especially for setting a table! Happy June!
Such a gorgeous table and setting, thank you for the garden joy!
Thanks so much for your visit, Jain!
What a creative pairing of the flowered watering can and the English garden flowers…quite a match. How you inspire with your skillful table settings…the table
cloth and napkins bring vivid elegance to the outdoors amidst a background of
the natural beauty you and Butch have envisioned. A place of tranquility and a
relaxing pause while passing by. Bless you.
I wish you could join me in the garden, Mary. Conversation and a nice tall glass of sweet tea would be perfect!
How special to join you at your first alfresco table of the season! It’s always a treat to be in your beautiful garden, Pam. I’m smitten with your table linens. Love that they reverse so you can mix the two patterns at the table. Love the soft color! Your watering can was a fun find, and the TJ flowers are lovely. What would we do without Trader Joe’s?
Thanks so much, Sarah. I love English country gardens and homes. The collected look with floral fabrics appeals to me!
Such an attractive bouquet you have arranged in that floral watering can! A perfect Home Goods buy!
I felt like I was in an English Garden sitting there in your very own gardens. The lavender tablecloth and napkins are an exquisite foundation paired with your beautiful plate stack.
How wonderful to be back at your garden table surrounded by beauty.
Thank you for such a lovely way to start my day. Sending hugs and blessings your way! 💐
Thank you, Nancy. I love the English country style gardens and homes. Sending hugs and blessings your way 🌺
Welcome June, Pam your table is lovely with that beautiful HG watering can. I love the tablecloth too. Your florals look perfect against the beauty of that watering can. It would have hopped into my cart as well. The Vintage etched Fostoria stemware are so gorgeous. I love seeing your sweet cottage in the background.
Thanks so much, Linda. I really enjoyed setting this table! Happy Tuesday!
You have created an idyllic English garden tablescape! Everything is picture perfect; and I am curious what was on your lunch menu?
Such beauty and inspiration! Thank you!
Thank you, dear one!
This is such a pretty table Pam, and I think you carried out the English Garden theme to perfection! I love the casual arrangement of the flowers in your pretty watering can. The vintage tablecloth is so pretty and how neat that its reversible. The plate stack is lovely and the vintage Fostoria etched stemware is gorgeous! Love the gardens and the Sunshine Cottage in the background. It’s all just lovely. Happy Thursday to you!
Thank you, Kim. I am glad that you like it. I am excited to see your table at the blog hop next week!
Oh, that tablecloth and those napkins! I don’t think I ever remember seeing a prettier tablecloth. My sweet Mom would have loved that. I pray God blesses you and your family today, sweet Pam.
Thanks so much, dear one!
Beautifully done Pam! Love the flowers and container. Beautiful arraignment. That tablecloth is so pretty!
Thank you, Liz. Have a wonderful week!
Pam,
Wow, your English garden is so beautiful. Congratulations, you are being featured on Thursday Favorite Things. I hope you stop by. https://www.eclecticredbarn.com/2023/06/gardens-and-flowers-on-thursday.html
Hugs,
Bev
Thank you so much for the feature. I did not stop by and linked up!
Pam, this is so beautiful. I just love the gorgeous table and flower arrangement. Our closest Trader Joe’s is a little bit farther away, now that we’ve moved, but I need to get up there and get some flowers! I’m enjoying savoring this lovely post.
You are so sweet, thank you Pam!
P.S. This post will be one of my features at Thursday Favorite Things today. Thanks so much for sharing it with us!
Thank you for the feature, Pam!