Think Vintage for Your Garden
Container gardeners take note. Tired of clay pots? Think vintage, because when you do, there'll be lots to choose from. Most likely vintage items will be worn and chipped which will only add charm to your garden.
Raid the Bathroom.
Forget about a relaxing soak in the tub. Vintage claw-foot bathtubs can be a gardener's delight. They work well because they are big and deep so they can hold a lot of flowers plus all that earth will retain moisture. Just make sure that you are happy with where you've positioned them because once full of soil, they'll be too heavy to move.
Search the Garage.
Galvanized pails and watering cans can make great planters. Vintage bicycles with wired baskets to hold flowers are eye-catching.
Go to the Kitchen.
Enamelware ? wash basins, pots, colanders, teakettles - work well in the garden because enamelware can handle the elements. Plus any rust or chips simply add character. Even the kitchen sink can add some whimsy to a garden. Wicker baskets can be moved outdoors for garden duty.
Clean the Closet.
Old worn boots, cast off suitcases and trunks can take on a new life outdoors.
Explore the House.
An old chair without a seat can take on a new life with a plant in it. Any wrought iron furniture ? benches, grates or tables can be recycled for garden use. Vintage coal hogs have a nice shape and be used for an interesting arrangement.
Don't forget vintage inspired reproductions.
There are lots out there. New cast iron, concrete, fiberglass urns in classic styles can give your garden that vintage feel.
Martin Swinton owns Take-A-Boo Emporium located in Toronto, Canada. He has appeared on a variety of television programs; does furniture restoration; caning and rushing repairs; appraisals and has taught courses on antiques at the Learning Annex. Martin can be reached at http://www.takeaboo.com
 Google News Updated : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:50:00 GMT Qantas Involved in Another Air Incident - New York Times
New York Times - By Liz Robbins It has been 20 years since Dustin Hoffman’s character Raymond Babbitt in “Rain Man” made Qantas synonymous with air safety, claiming he would only fly the Australian airline because it had never crashed. Qantas passengers arrive in Perth after mid-air ordeal Fifteen badly hurt as Qantas jet drops Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:24:06 GMT Sleuth's Presidential Debate Watch Game - Washington Post Washington Post - Tonight's debate watch games probably won't be as much fun as last week's Palin Bingo. But don't fret, there are still games to be played during this second presidential debate between John McCain and Barack Obama. 'Aggressive' debate expected between McCain, Obama * McCain looks for way to stop Obama's momentum Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:08:21 GMT Bernanke hints at possible interest rate cut - MarketWatch
MarketWatch - By Greg Robb, MarketWatch WASHINGTON (MarketWatch) - Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke opened the door on Tuesday for a possible interest rate cut to help rescue the economy from a severe downturn, admitting that the global panic in the financial ... Video: Bernanke signals possible rate cut Bernanke: Economic outlook weaker Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:18:10 GMT Wells Fargo may get lion's share of Wachovia deposits: report - MarketWatch
MarketWatch - By John Spence, MarketWatch BOSTON (MarketWatch) -- Wells Fargo & Co. may get as much as 80% of Wachovia Corp.'s deposits, with the remainder likely going to Citigroup Inc., according to a published report Tuesday. Citi, Wachovia, Wells temporarily halt litigation Wachovia shares waver as Citi, Wells Fargo wrangle Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 20:17:51 GMT Cough, Cold Drugs Not for Kids Under 4 - WebMD
WebMD - By Miranda Hitti Oct. 7, 2008 -- Don't use over-the-counter pediatric cough and cold drugs in kids younger than 4. Leading makers of over-the-counter pediatric cough and cold drugs are putting that message on the products' labels, according to the ... Cold, Cough Medicines for Children Get Added Warnings (Update3) Drug Companies Say No Cold Meds for Kids Under 4 Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 18:48:20 GMT Thai Army Sends Troops to Help Police Keep Peace - Washington Post
Washington Post - Thailand's military agreed Tuesday to deploy hundreds of unarmed soldiers to the streets of Bangkok to help police restore order after violent clashes between police and protesters that left at least 1 person dead. Video: Raw Video: Tear Gas Fired at Thai Protestors Troops deployed as one dead, hundreds hurt in Thai protests Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:12:03 GMT AIG's ex-CEOs blamed for crisis - CNNMoney.com
CNNMoney.com - House panel chairman says executives got undeserved riches, while ex-CEOs blame accounting rules and market conditions for leading to $85B bailout. Joe Cassano: The Man Who Brought Down AIG? AIG CEOs Blame Each Other, Accounting for Insurer's Downfall Publ.Date : Tue, 07 Oct 2008 19:11:18 GMT RSS For Web Pages |
PARLOT::Ebooks, Scripts,
Websites, and more... Wide circle driveways don't happen much anymore, but when they... Read More Very soon stocks of new season's roses will... Read More A wild flower garden, just like any garden you wish... Read More Scents from the rose garden filling the air as you... Read More Pruning your roses is one of the most needed and... Read More So, you have decided to plant rose bushes in your... Read More Can't get away for a southern vacation this year? Don't... Read More The areas of your landscape can be divided into several... Read More Flower gardening is not only about the present, but can... Read More More than just a Preformed PondTraditionally, preformed ponds are large... Read More If you look closely at the natural landscape, you'll never... Read More Are you like me? Sad to see the summer end... Read More Mustard plants have been used for thousands of years for... Read More Summer is the most enjoyable water gardening season and the... Read More The technnology secrets will help home owners maintain lawns in... Read More Hydroponics gardening is a great idea for anyone who wants... Read More If you are a serious gardener, you spend lots of... Read More Now that Spring is upon us and things are coming... Read More California has earthquakes; we in the south and east coast... Read More Think of cyclamen and the chances are that Mothers Day... Read More Perennial plants and flowers stay around for more than just... Read More In the previous article I discussed design for your new... Read More Yellow roses are beauties, aren't they? Don't they look beautiful... Read More Think "outside of the box" when sending your next floral... Read More My first apartment was a second-story condo in an urban... Read More
Adsense
websites
Roses and Juniper Rock Gardens
Gallica Roses
Wild Flower Garden - Make Amends...Your Plants Will Love It
A Bit About Bare Root Roses...
Pruning Roses Secrets
Plan Before Buying Rose Bushes
Escape to Sunny Mexico - at Home!
Garden Room Boundaries
Making Memories with Flower Gardening
Granite Flexible Preformed Rock Ponds
Companion Planting
Preparing The Garden For Winter
Mustard: The Greatest Among The Herbs
Hot Feeding Tips
Professional Lawn Watering Techniques - Wireless Sensors for Lawns in Drought Areas
Want a Garden but Not Enough Room or Soil? Then Hydroponics Gardening could be for You
Mosquitoes in Your Garden? Try Planting These
The String Algae Blues
Storm Warnings For Ponds
Cyclamen
Mix Perennials into Your Garden for Staying Power
Wild Flower Garden - Plan to Plant
The Perfect Yellow Roses for Your Home or Garden
Unique Flowers make a memorable gift!
Turn Your Patio Into A Voluminous Vegetable Garden
Affordable and Reliable Web Hosting Starting at $4.49/Month
Moss on Lawns
Just about right now, we start to see moss on... Read More
My Spring Bulbs Wont Bloom - Why?
You can hear the wailing from here. "Why aren't my... Read More
Basil: The King of Herbs
One of the most popular herbs is Ocimum basilicum commonly... Read More
Cultivating Plants In Your Garden...What To Watch Out For
There are so many plants available for you to choose... Read More
Manage Algae
There are several different ways to manage algae in your... Read More
The Perfect Yellow Roses for Your Home or Garden
Yellow roses are beauties, aren't they? Don't they look beautiful... Read More
Light Up the Night! Quick Facts about Outdoor Lighting
When the days start to get shorter, the darkness may... Read More
Orchid Myths -The Truth
Here are some of the popular orchid myths#1 Orchids are... Read More
How to Grow Asparagus
Asparagus is a perennial plant with erect, edible stems and... Read More
5 Secrets to Growing Beautiful Roses
A rose is a rose is a rose - and... Read More
How to Install a Liner Pond
Liner ponds are ideal for the experienced water gardener because... Read More
Tranquility in Your Own Back Yard
A garden fountain can add beauty and serenity to you... Read More
How to Attract Birds to Your Backyard Paradise For Less Than $100
Like many Americans, you may find bird watching to be... Read More
Buying a Lawn Mower
Anyone with a lawn, no matter how small will at... Read More
Organic or Chemical Feeding of Plants - Whats Best
A fundamental question in vegetable gardening is - what is... Read More
Garden Statuary - Time for a Fresh New Look
Spring is coming, and now is the time to get... Read More
Planting Bare Root Roses
Before planting, the plants must be prepared. The following suggestions... Read More
You Take The Vacation - Not Your Garden
If you are planning to go on vacation, there are... Read More
Teak Garden Furniture: A Natural Extension of the Home
In the past, the garden has traditionally been a separate... Read More
Lifes a Beach--A Shore Theme in your Outdoor Space
Twentieth century American architect Phillip Johnson once said, "I hate... Read More
The Ultimate Magic Garden
Spring is the season to start planting seeds for the... Read More
Hummingbirds ? Attracting Those Little Flying Powerhouses
It's early in May a beautiful fairly warm day so... Read More
No Dig Gardens - How to Build One
The no dig garden is exactly what it describes...a fertile... Read More
Growing Vegetables in Containers - The Compact Solution
Container vegetable gardens are a great alternative for those that... Read More
How to Care for Your Outdoor Water Fountains
Garden lovers around the world love putting fountains among their... Read More
Landscaping & Gardening |