Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Garden Beauty

These images of outdoor gardens reveal a number of wonderful pieces that truly represent what I think is so beautiful, bringing a little 'indoor', 'outdoor' in some cases, and in others there are period pieces; unique and elegant in their own special way. 

If I could create a single short sequence that really reflects what appeals to me most in this arena; this would be it!

outsidetablewchair French Chaises; can still be found by collectors with a discerning eye- either unrestored in their original condition or, refurbished somehow, in some way that might suit your personal decor.  I am a fool for old chairs of nearly any kind!hatwtable Here are items made from chestnut or hazel wood; genuine, solid and practical [for the people and from the time-period they were made/ were popular (c. 1887)].patiochair A lovely Adirondack; one of my favorites… named for the mountain range in New York and found primarily throughout New England as invented in the early 1900’s.

Ciao~

45 comments:

  1. Hello there,

    How are you my dear? ~ You have posted such appealing outdoor photos..,

    Cheers

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  2. Quaint little vignettes to spur the imagination...love it! Joan @Americana By Candlelight

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  3. Wonderful...my hubby is making me a couple of Adirondack chairs...finally! It's been lovely here in Cali for the last couple of days...especially the evenings. Have a wonderful week!

    tootles,
    bunny

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  4. I think I'll just jump into that first photo and stay there for my lunch! Beautiful!!

    xx's Kristin

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  5. Oh I love the french bistro chairs and that gorgeous old Adirondack!! Such gorgeous pics and you have such a gorgeous style Donatella ~ Tina xx

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  6. I take the sit on image one !! it is so beautiful............come and sit nexr to me.............have a great sunny day...........here their is no sun .........sadly.........hugs from me ..........bye !

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  7. I love old chairs too, and there is something so natural about seeing them outside. Your pictures all look so peaceful!

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  8. I will always love the classic adirondak chair. Here in Canada, we call them Muskoka chairs. We are into Spring and this post makes me want to get my stuff out in the garden.

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  9. I really love the french chairs in the first picture...I could see myself spending some quality time there! Thanks so much for visiting my blog today and for the follow...kindness returned.

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  10. Thanks for stopping by...love your blog and can't wait to visit you often!

    I'm now a proud follower of yours!! :))))))

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  11. That first picture is exactly where I would like to find myself on a beautiful afternoon with a wonderful friend or two. Many blessings, Tammy

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  12. I love all those tables and chairs! I would be thrilled to have any of them in my garden. I can't wait to be able to get out and enjoy spring with a lovely table like those you have pictured.

    Hoping you get to set at a wonderful table today!
    Kate

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  13. lovely to visit your blog. beautiful picture I am also impressed of an old things like chairs.Have a nice day

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  14. Oh, this is so helpful! One of my projects this summer is to do our yard. I need lots of furniture too. I have only one 4 piece wicker set and 3 garden benches. I don't know how I have collected the garden benches.

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  15. Love that first photo, oh, to be here today! Such a lovely little scene!

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  16. I love love the old furniture in the middle picture! Lovely!!! flowers and hat make it complete!! =)

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  17. I want to sit and drink my Tea there, how sweet! I have a few chairs like those metal french ones, repro from Pottery Barn though.Love them! ~Cheers Kim

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  18. love the outdoor vignettes you shared here today! The Adirondack chair is also my favorite and reminds me of summers in northern Michigan near the Great Lakes! Have a wonderful Thursday!

    Nancy

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  19. Beautiful, I love every one of those pictures, and I would be happy to have any of those aged beauties in my back yard. I do have two adirondack chairs that my dad made for me several years ago, and I love them. Take Care, Carrie

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  20. That anirodack is so cool! I love the age of the wood. All the pics are relaxing & just flow with nature! You have good taste my friend :)

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  21. Ciao Donna,
    Lovely pictures and I can feel the spring in the air here...but they said it's going to snow again!!!
    I can't wait to be more outside.
    Lovely inpirations...
    Tchau for now,
    Li

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  22. Such cozy images! Evoking tranquility and relaxation.
    Brenda

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  23. Each chair and its setting is unique and lovely and I could sit for hours in any of them!!

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  24. My favorite make believe would be to resting under a tree on a fluffy down filled bed, with an time worn table next to it to hold my "refreshments".

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  25. Lovely outdoor pictures! I especially love the second one, it looks like a wonderful spot to enjoy a cup of tea, or a chat.

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  26. Ciao Donna! I really would love to have a little french bistrot angle in my garden to have breakfast or tea!! It's one of my dreams!
    Hugs!
    Ciao bella!!!
    Mara

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  27. Oh, how gorgeous! I love the little tables and chairs - it makes me want to go have a cup of coffee outside!

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  28. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog...as it helped my find yours...which I have a feeling I would have sooner or later. I'm your newest follower!

    I loved this post...such pretty pictures!

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  29. Garden furniture comes in such a variety of shape and material like Nature itself.
    Your outdoor chairs are very inviting! I admire your taste.

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  30. What beautiful images...I adore them all!

    Enjoy!
    Cathy

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  31. HI Donna,
    Thanks for joining as a follower!!
    You've got a super cute blog!!
    I can see myself in any of those pictures with a cold glass of lemon & a scketch book.

    Love them all!!

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  32. Beautiful pics...I think I need to disappear into one of them! Thanks for helping me with my bathroom mess! I'm off to search for more ideas in magazines before anyone gets up!

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  33. Hi Donatella~ thanks for stopping by and following my blog, so I could find your lovely blog! I've enjoyed reading your posts- and I'm looking forward to reading more!

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  34. Hi Donna

    Thanks for following my blog!

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  35. The look of an unhurried day enjoying nature. Perfection!
    Happy weekend to you, sweet Donatella!

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  36. Hi Donna, What a beautiful name you have...thank you for following our cat boys...I too have a fondness for chairs, don't have the space, but that's another story. I am glad you found me, we are neighbors practically...I hope to get some home decorating cues from you!

    Have a great weekend!

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  37. All these chairs would fit just perfect in my garden and if not, I'm gladly willing to make some space ;) The French bistro is my favorite. Love everything French...
    Have a happy day and a wonderful weekend, sweet Donatella! xoxox

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  38. The French Bistros and the Adirondacks...two of my all time favorites!!! Love them.

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  39. I like the old chair...my husband just order a plan to build Adirondack chairs maybe he'll be able to make us one or two wouldn't that be nice.God Bless Trish

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  40. I adore Adirondack chairs. I'm hoping to spruce up our backyard and put some out there!

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  41. these are beautiful!! I want to be sitting in the last one RIGHT NOW!!!

    ps love your name!! GORGEOUS!!

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  42. Hello! Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a nice comment! :) I have a dear friend from Italy. What a lovely place to be from. Your blog is wonderful as well. Have a great night!
    Shann

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  43. Hi Donatella,
    Just popped over to wish you the very best week!
    Kate

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  44. Bonjur Donatella,
    I love those comfy Adirondack chairs as well. Now we're having some sunny weather to enjoy these outdoor tables.
    Hope you're having a wonderful week,
    Mimi

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  45. One of my dream in my house for the future is to have a garden and a playground in the background of my home so that the place could go to have fun and to bond with your family. Nice photos.

    Deirdre G

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