We have decided to take a break away from the garden being that it was our anniversary and the Rose Bowl flea market was happening last Sunday. So we headed down there at five in the morning to find a treasure for our home.
We had gone up and down the many allies of vendors and had seen a lot of goodies. But nothing really stood out there.
Being that we were already in Pasadena we decided to browse the local shops that might be open on a Sunday. We had came across this marble statue where she was sitting in the garden area of the shop. She is a 19TH century hand carved statue with the artist signature and most likely carved in Italy. There is a little butterfly sitting on her arm but the wings are missing so now it looks like a little Caterpillar and she also has a boo boo on her little leg.
Ray decided to give her a home in our back garden in the circular flower bed. She seems to be happy in her new home along with the other garden antiques out there.
The hydrangeas have given us many blooms this Spring and lets us know that Summer is at our front door with all the colorful blooms. This is Ray's favorite the white hydrangea below. He is always reminding me to give her an extra drink of water lol. And the pinks ones look nice in front of this antique urn.
In the area where we live they can be a challenge to grow with our heat but they look like they are doing just fine. This year I have learned to start putting leaves around the base to keep the roots cool.
Thank You all for dropping by the garden for a visit today and I hope you have a great weekend........Julian & Ray
We had gone up and down the many allies of vendors and had seen a lot of goodies. But nothing really stood out there.
Being that we were already in Pasadena we decided to browse the local shops that might be open on a Sunday. We had came across this marble statue where she was sitting in the garden area of the shop. She is a 19TH century hand carved statue with the artist signature and most likely carved in Italy. There is a little butterfly sitting on her arm but the wings are missing so now it looks like a little Caterpillar and she also has a boo boo on her little leg.
Ray decided to give her a home in our back garden in the circular flower bed. She seems to be happy in her new home along with the other garden antiques out there.
The hydrangeas have given us many blooms this Spring and lets us know that Summer is at our front door with all the colorful blooms. This is Ray's favorite the white hydrangea below. He is always reminding me to give her an extra drink of water lol. And the pinks ones look nice in front of this antique urn.
In the area where we live they can be a challenge to grow with our heat but they look like they are doing just fine. This year I have learned to start putting leaves around the base to keep the roots cool.
Thank You all for dropping by the garden for a visit today and I hope you have a great weekend........Julian & Ray
Hi Julian and Ray,
ReplyDeleteI always say it... you guys find the best stuff (and the haeviest!!!). I never find anything near that lovely up here. I love the new beds you have made in your lower post, you have been busy:-))
Have a great weekend,
Bella
What a lucky little girl to get to live in you're beautiful back yard. And, what a lucky pair you two are to have found such a beautiful little girl. She is precious. Thanks for sharing. Richard at My Old Historic House
ReplyDeleteHi Guys,
ReplyDeleteShe is so beautiful and looks right at home in your lovely garden.
I hope you both look after your backs with all the lifting.
Have a great gardening summer.
Hugs, Angela.x
Dear Julian & Ray,
ReplyDeleteYou guys have given this lil’ darling and wonderful new home. Hoping you both have a great weekend and keep us all in mind if you find any more treasures :) - G
Hi Julian and Ray,
ReplyDeleteWow! She is just beautiful and a wonderful addition to your already fabulous gardens.
I just love the white hydrangea and that urn is really fantastic too!
Wishing you both a great weekend and thank you for visiting me!
xx
Debbie
you have the best garden art! She looks very happy and a happy anniversary to you!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning garden! Your new statue is a wonderful find and a perfect addition! Thanks for stopping by and entering my giveaway!
ReplyDeleteI think I lost my comment, but your sweet statue is a precious find! so glad you joined in for VIF,
ReplyDeletexo Debra
Beautiful, beautiful! Your gardens are works of art in and of themselves.
ReplyDeleteShe is very cute and I think that you found a great spot for her! :)
ReplyDelete~Liz
Oh, she looks just perfect in her new home. I'm glad you found her. Your hydrangeas are very happy, too and so beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWow Julian, what a perfect find! She definitely belongs in your beautiful garden. I'm sure she'll be much happier with you guys.
ReplyDeleteStopping by from SOYCM. Happy Monday!
-Marie
Your garden is looking beautiful! And what a lovely addition that statue is. A wonderful find!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful addition to your garden! Your hydrangeas are beautiful and so full. Thank you for showing us your garden.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great find for your garden. such pretty hydrangeas...I wish I could go them like that.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely piece to add to the garden. The hydrangeas are gorgeous....
ReplyDeleteLove the new addition to your gardens. Your Hydrangea is stunning.
ReplyDeleteWhat a precious statue - I love garden statuary - can't seem to get enough! This little girl is so special! I am sure she will bring a smile to your face for many years to come. I try some plants that are not suited for our heat - I believe we can find pockets in our gardens where they will happily live! Just have to find them! Thank you for sharing this beautiful post with Savoring Summer!
ReplyDeleteGod Bless,
Kathy
What a wonderful find! From the pics I've seen of your garden she fits right in. Lovely hydrangea! Jean
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely addition to your beautiful garden...she fits in very well. Just lovely!
ReplyDeleteHey you two! LUV your sweet new addition to your garden! She looks perfect in her new home. :) Your hydrangeas are amazing! I hope that mine grow up to be just like yours. lol!
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
A great way to honor a social occasion and enjoy vintage shopping.
ReplyDeletespecial gardens and a lovely lady. I have one too that I won in an auction. probably paid way too much for her, but I love her just the same!!
ReplyDeleteHappy VTT!
I haven't done a fea market in way too long- thank you for reminding me why it is a great date for my honey and me):-
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for linking up to Cottage Flora Thursday's! Adoring your garden statue. xoxo, tracie
ReplyDeleteWe were also at the Rose Bowl Flea market! In fact, both my sisters and their hubbys went too! It was a fun day...your statue is very cute and looks right at home.
ReplyDeleteWell I guess I'm a little late but Happy Anniversary! I love the statue you bought and I agree with what you said about hydrangea's they certainly like a lot of moisture. They're loving all the rain we've been getting in the New England.
ReplyDeletexx
Carole
I love the Hydrangeas, they are very lovely!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Cindy
Lovely garden, I really love hydrangea's and we lost two with our odd weather. I like your new addition to your garden, great find.
ReplyDeletewow ! cool love it she is so cool !
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful garden and she is stunning. Hugs, Marty
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