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This Post is Good to the Last Drop

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I’m not gonna lie – I am a coffee addict. Whether you call it a cup of joe, lava from java, battery acid, decoction, forty weight or demitasse – I love it all (to my shame). I blame my days as an early morning radio news sidekick where I’d be up by 4:30 am each day, …

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The History of the Kentucky Derby Garland of Roses

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As we all know, red roses symbolize love and passion. But did you know that it can also represents victory? Thousands of visitors flock to Churchill Downs in Kentucky, Lousianna, USA  each May not only to watch the famous horse race and to dress up in fancy clothes and hats, but also to get a …

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Botanically Inspired

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Design inspiration can come from anywhere, but most often it comes from what we see. And this time of year, I see flowers everywhere! From lush roses to tranquil lilies, inspiration for beautiful design abounds. Nature has always inspired me and I’m guessing I’m not alone. So let’s have a little fun! Take a look at …

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The Final Spalding Flower Parade

They say all good things must come to an end. For the town of Spalding in Lincolnshire,UK, a good thing has come to an end. 2013 is the last and final year for The Spalding Flower Parade. Due to the lack of funding, the popular annual parade will not be returning. The parade started over …

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Fun Flower Facts: Jack in the Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum)

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Jack  in the Pulpit (Arisaema Triphyllum) is a exotic looking perennial plant native to moist woodlands in eastern North America, including Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes.  The Jack in the name refers to the central spadix, while the Pulpit refers to the pouch-shaped spathe (a sheath-like leaf) with an outer hood that surrounds the …

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Repurposing

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I came across a great idea over at the Life Is Art Blog this week. Karen had gone to a wine tasting where she came across a wonderful substitute for a palette. These would be ideal as back up palettes in the studio when the students forget theirs – which my frequently do! Look at …

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