That summer is almost over. I tend to hold on to my favorite seasons with both hands. But, the days are already cooling down and suddenly my thoughts are turning to my garden. It’s just getting to the point where it is gorgeous. All of my plants are blooming like mad and it won’t be long before I’m going to have to go out there and begin putting everything to bed. What we need is a much longer growing season… but I can take comfort in my books. By spring of next year, the cover of this one is going …read more

Now this is just too cute not to share. Gardening where I live is slowly winding down, but I wouldn’t mind something like this to begin my garden of 2008… yikes, that sounds futuristic!! The years are certainly flying by all of a sudden. But back to the tools…
They come in their own carrying case and check out the handles… they are not your normal boring green or brown plastic. And what is even better is the fact that they were originally priced at $30.00 and now they are marked down to $16.00.
Available at Abernook

What about?? The fact that summer is coming to an end and winter might be right around the corner! But maybe I’m looking at it all wrong. I can picture myself sitting out in the sunshine on something like this while listening to my favorite music or maybe reading a few chapters of a novel. But, I’m getting away from my topic. I intended to talk about gardening accessories to help put the garden to bed, but I think that I like my original idea of just rocking away in the sunshine.
But you can do what you wish lol…
*But I …read more

“Our weather-resistant, wireless outdoor speaker lets you enjoy rich omnidirectional sound throughout your house or yard. With a 150-foot broadcast range, this powerful wireless speaker system transmits through walls, floors, and ceilings without the hassle of running wires. Order your wireless speaker system today and start your patio party on the perfect note!”
I saw one of these nestled amongst the plants at an outdoor cafe in California a couple of months ago. If you hadn’t been looking for the source of the music, you wouldn’t have even seen it.
Available at Skymall

Adirondack Chair Cocktail Napkin Holder (8″L x 7.75″W x 8″H) by Mariposa.
Includes one package of napkins by Caspari.
The Gregarious Garden Collection playfully jests more than ever with what’s already in your summer dream garden. This collection was designed by Michael Updike, and is sandcast and polished by hand in Mexico.
You might not have a cottage to go to each weekend, but this would look awfully cute on your picnic table!
Available at Manor Home & Gifts

Now this is my idea of a weather vane! lol…
Available at Smarter.com

It`s Saturday and that means it`s shopping day. And online shopping is getting to be as much fun (if not more) than getting dressed, putting on your makeup and fighting the crowds at the mall. So, today I thought I would pick some goodies that caught my eye! Yes, my backyard needs a bit of attention. It`s like adding another room to your house.

*Soften the light and give a warm glow with this lightweight and durable lantern.
No, it’s definitely not something that I need, but it would be a great way to decorate the back yard.
• Crackle finish.
• Uses LED light strands (included).
• Small lantern on small stand, 30″H x 19″ diameter.
• Small lantern on medium stand, 44″H x 21″ diameter.
• Large lantern on small stand, 36″H x 24″ diameter.
• Large lantern on tall stand, 56″H x 24″ diameter.
Available at Neiman Marcus

You know where my head is at the moment… in the backyard and I thought that this was too good not to share!! You float this little “guy” around in the water and your pool by night becomes magical!!
Details…
“Bring “cool” to your pool for a unique pool experience! The Underwater Light Show is a floating, watertight light that has four colorful LEDs inside. They project their light through the clear magnifying cover onto the bottom and sides of the pool, in five selectable flashing patterns. Since it’s floating, the light patterns are always moving …read more

It you have the plain ordinary kind of mint in your garden, it’s time to move up to these varieties. I have grown the orange mint and it does have a distinct scent or orange, so I’m really excited about the lime and apple. Just think of all the things you could do with these plants. I’m thinking of some amazing potpourri and maybe a sprig in your tea each morning is something to consider too.
But you do know that mint spreads rapidly right?? In a year or so you could have yourself a mint farm
More info…