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Clandestine...

Jumping of the fence brings pussy willow branches into the home.  Not only are they a favorite, it's fun to see how quickly the furry little catkins appear once brought indoors.


A favorite branch along with a favorite sampler brings a little early spring to the mantle.  The "Sarah Whiteley Sampler" was published in 1985 by Creative Designs with a price tag of $3.50 on the cover.  Now when was the last time you saw that price on a cross stitch pattern?!  Spring, spring...can you tell I'm ready...

Are you?

Comments

marly said…
I love your photos and decorating! Looks like a very lovely home.
March 1, 2012 at 12:57 PM
Laurie in Iowa said…
A wonderful combination to welcome in Spring.
March 1, 2012 at 1:28 PM
Deb said…
I love pussy willows and didn't know that they open up quickly when bought indoors. And love the sampler too with the red house. I don't think that I've seen a sampler priced that low in a long, long time!
March 1, 2012 at 4:30 PM
Joanie said…
What a beautiful sampler and yes, I love forcing pussy willow branches. A true touch of Spring in your beautiful home!
March 1, 2012 at 5:15 PM
Margaret said…
Oh yes, I'm ready for spring too! Love the pussy willows -- and that piece is gorgeous!
March 1, 2012 at 5:16 PM
Deborah said…
I just love the pussy willows! I am ready for some warmer weather.
March 1, 2012 at 6:50 PM
Nicola said…
I have learnt something about pussy willows from your blog. I will bring some in from the garden in the morning. Your home looks beautiful, so warm and welcoming.

Wishing you a good weekend.
March 1, 2012 at 7:04 PM
P.J. said…
Spring has been postponed in Maine, we are getting a good, sturdy snow storm right now. Love pussy willow, nice touch. I like to cut branches of red twig dogwood. The bright red branches with soft green and white striped leaflets start to sprout. Very cheery.
March 1, 2012 at 7:13 PM
Anonymous said…
Love it all and you too my friend. First Friday tomorrow!!!!!!! :)
March 1, 2012 at 9:19 PM
Chris said…
I love pussy willows. I love that sampler too :)
Happy Friday!
March 2, 2012 at 5:29 AM
Katrina said…
Pussy willows are so pretty, they remind me of visiting my grandmother, she had them growing wild along the roads.
March 2, 2012 at 7:44 AM
Anne said…
Beautiful pussy willows! I love them! They remind me of Palm Sunday when we make little pussy willow bouquets instead of palms! Lovely sampler too!!
March 3, 2012 at 12:28 AM
Geneva said…
I love the idea of bringing pussy willow branches inside. They look very nice in your home...you knew just how to display them! I can't help but admire your beautiful sampler as well. Good Job!
March 6, 2012 at 9:06 AM
Quiltsmiles said…
Spring brings hope eternal....., esp. with daffodils and the buds bursting forth.
I love that you are having pussy willows already. I live in Zone 4 and they are still a long ways off.

Your sampler looks fantastic showcased with the brickwork behind and the pottery filled with pussy willow branches. Jane
March 6, 2012 at 7:32 PM
Siobhán said…
Love the pussy willows--and the sampler! Your decorating is so nice.
March 7, 2012 at 3:52 AM
Michelle said…
Oh I just love pussy willows - what a beautiful combination with your sampler for spring!
March 13, 2012 at 10:15 AM
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