Hidcote - pt. 1
I'm just now getting around to organizing the photos from my trip to England back in May. As I've said a million times, this was the trip of a lifetime, and I had an incredible time. This was a 3-week trip organized by the HPSO (Hardy Plant Society of Oregon) during which we visited 35 different locations. Most all of these were gardens but there were also a few castles and villages thrown in, as well as the icing on the trip - the Chelsea Flower Show. This tour focused on the southeast region of England, notably the Cotswolds and Cornwall. I've watched so many programs and read so many books about England and the gardens there that I was afraid it would tarnish the image I had built up in my head. I'm pleased to say that it not disappoint. The trek from London to Bath by train was not the best first impression. However, as we gained distance from the city, the rolling green countryside gave me glimpses of things to come. After arriving in Bath and finding my hotel, I m...
I *thought* Santa was a winter gardener, but I didn't know he had a talent for topiary. Those cross-stitched ornaments are great, Phillip. Sounds like a pleasant way to spend the winter too.
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Wow, what an eclectic collection--and an abundance of memories associated with each, I'm sure. Merry Christmas, Phillip!
ReplyDeleteGreat collection!
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I really like your collection, especially the one you made! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeletei like the elephant gardener.
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ReplyDeleteI'm visiting by way of Carol at Maydreamsgardens' blog. What an incredible collection of garden ornaments! Where do you find them ?
I was born in Jasper and grew up not far from you in Winfield. I was back home this year and was amazed to see that while there are some beautiful old homes not that many people seem interested in gardening !
You have an incredible garden and I can see that you've put your heart and soul in it - it shows !
Come on over for a visit .
The ornaments come from all over the place. Many of them are gifts.
ReplyDeleteCarolyn Gail, I have an aunt who lives in Jasper. Thanks for visiting!
You've got a great collection, Phillip and it does look festive ~ I have just a few, but one of them is the exact same St Fiacre. Mine hangs up all year on the veranda so maybe it doesn't count as a Christmas ornament here.
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ReplyDeletevery beautiful collections of ornaments . i love this accessories ! like you i have collections of wind spinners . lovely !
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