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Do You Have Climbing Roses?

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via Entertaining Made Simple Last spring I had about 20 Pinkies (climbing roses) planted along a fence in our yard.  They grew a little last summer, but they're really taking off now and I'm loving watching them grow and bloom.  I was doing some research on rose care yesterday and had the idea to ask you for tips. Have you had much experience with roses?  Specifically climbers?  The Pinkie is an antique rose variety and is supposed to be extremely hardy. Because it's virtually thornless, it's easier to train.   via This is Glamourous via Studio G Carolyne Roehm Southern Living If you're interested in climbers, here's an interesting Washington Post article with lots of information. So, does anyone have any tips for me?  Apparently it will be another year or two to have the display I'm awaiting, but, until then, I want to help it along as best I can.

Blue and White Monday + Red for Memorial Day

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Barclay Butera via ciao! newport beach Carolyne Roehm Carolyne Roehm Carolyne Roehm Alessandra Branca from New Classic Interiors Meg Braff via Chinoiserie Chic To honor Memorial Day, I'm adding red to the weekly blue and white I share.  I know that while we're all enjoying the long weekend and the beginning of summer, we're also remembering why we celebrate Memorial Day.  I hope you are all enjoying the weekend.  At our house, we're all so glad to have a bit of time to relax!

I Want to be Here...

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This is the last week of school for my daughter, and she has to participate in Commencement this weekend.  That means we'll be in Dallas for Memorial Day.  This photo is from a real estate listing in Queensland.  I want to sit here and relax all weekend.  Isn't it just lovely?   Today is the final day of my fine art prints sale .  To receive 20% off all prints in my store , use the code SITELAUNCHSALE20OFF1 at checkout. What about you?  What are your plans?  Do your plans involve being busy or just relaxing? I hope you have a great weekend!

Happy Mother's Day!

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Carolyne Roehm Style Me Pretty Joe Nye Carolyne Roehm Carolyne Roehm I hope you all have an absolutely lovely Mother's Day!

I Want a Do-Over

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We have a Colonial Revival house that would never work with the style of these rooms.  And I'm happy with that.  I love my house and wouldn't change what I've done.  It's just right for me now.  But, when I see these images on Pinterest, I want a do-over on one of the apartments I lived in or our first house.  If I knew then what I know now, I'd do something similar to these fun, eclectic rooms by  Emily Henderson .  The mid-century, casual, colorful vibe is something I would have loved. That I'm redecorating old apartments in my head is probably pretty strange.  What about you?  Have you ever wanted a design do-over on somewhere you don't live anymore?  What would be your direction?  

A Blue and White Bedroom For Everyone

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Cathy Kincaid Cathy Kincaid Little Green Notebook John Jacob Interiors via lilium designs  via Emily Henderson Mario Buatta via AD Muse Interiors House Beautiful Shelterness If you'd like a bedroom with some blue and white, chances are one of these will suit your taste.  I've included something for everyone.  Now, tell me.  Which one works best for you?