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SUMMER SNOWBALLS


Beautiful sunshine was
peeking through the trees this morning...
It's warm rays waking the world ever so quietly.


I love the smell of the world outside after rain...
the clean fresh air and the sun warming the plants...
It's invigorating and inspiring.


These fluffy blooms were drooping quite a bit ~ weighed down with rain.
So I clipped a few branches for a dreamy bouquet.


I am not a fan of snow, as you know...
but I do love these kinds of snowballs!


Perfect with the antique mirror on the bedroom mantle
and so charming on the french inspired
bistro chairs on the patio.


They are wonderful inspiration for Summer decorating changes.

I just ordered a couple new design books...
can't wait to peruse their pages
and share some inspirations!



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  1. Becky CJune 7, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Beautiful blooms. I like these snowballs, too. Hoping mine will bloom lots this year :) Gorgeous photos.
    Blessings
    Becky C

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJune 7, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    They look beautiful Courtney! Martina

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  3. Kristen at Hillside HideawayJune 7, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    So pretty! My grandmother has a snowball bush in her front yard that my great-grandfather planted SO long ago, and it's still going!

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  4. Blondie's JournalJune 7, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    I love your flowers, especially in front of the old mirror. Very pretty!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Rachel NoelleJune 7, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    ~B~E~A~U~T~I~F~U~L~
    I LOVE the patina of your mirror too! Hugs,Rachel

    French Farmhouse 425

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  6. TiffJune 7, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    Gorgeous flowers! Pretty pictures too, I love the excitement of waiting for new books to arrive... I hope they are quick and surprise you! X

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  7. GailJune 7, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    So simple but yet so beautiful!

    Have a wonderful day,
    Gail

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  8. Amy @MaisonDecorJune 7, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    I can't wait for my endless summer hydrangeas to flower so I can have some cuttings for indoors. I love the snowball variety.

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  9. NanaDianaJune 7, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    Courtney- Those are beautiful "snowballs". I love them...my Mother had a big "snowball" bush that spread and was huge. It was my favorite plant on the farm...well, right AFTER the lilacs!;>) xo Diana

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  10. Nita {ModVintageLife}June 7, 2011 at 1:54 PM

    Oh...I love snowballs so much....

    They look lovely in that basket.

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  11. My Blessed Serendipity LifeJune 7, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    Those snowballs are sure pretty. What part of the country do you live in? I would love to plant one of those. Gorgeous!

    Danielle

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  12. EmilyJune 7, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    So beautiful!!!
    -emily
    nestnestingnested.blogspot

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  13. At The Picket FenceJune 7, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Oh, my snowballs are on their last leg! :-( I'll just admire yours since the only enjoyment of them at my house currently consists of my daughter picking up the petals from the ground and throwing them in the air, "It's snowing Mommy!"
    Your arrangements look gorgeous and gave me a few ideas for next year!
    Vanessa

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  14. SheliaJune 7, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    Hi Courtney! I love your pretty snowballs! When I was a little girl my aunt had a snowball bush! I loved it! Glad you got some rain as we're so very dry!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  15. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 7, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Your blooms are lovely, and I'm swooning over that antique mirror. Nice vignettes.

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  16. JudyJune 7, 2011 at 5:27 PM

    So gorgeous. I wish I had some of those beautiful flowers. Thanks for sharing at my Swing into Spring party.

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  17. At The Picket FenceJune 7, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Your snowball photographs are absolutely gorgeous Courtney! They look like they should be in a magazine!

    Heather

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  18. NauticalCottageBlog.comJune 7, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    I love your snowballs, especially the ones in the basket hung on the picket fence...so charming!

    Hope you're having a lovely week :O)

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  19. ErinJune 7, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    Ahhh, hydrangeas...can't get enough of these beautiful flowers. Yours are just picture-perfect, Courtney!

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  20. Heaven's WalkJune 7, 2011 at 7:34 PM

    Beautiful, Courtney! It's so comforting knowing that there are so many gals out there who truly appreciate the small blessings they wake up to every morning. :) Luv ya!

    xoxo laurie

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  21. Kay EllenJune 7, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    pretty :)
    Love your pretty blooms displayed in a gorgeous vignettes~~!

    Happy White Wednesday:)
    So nice to meet you!

    Kay Ellen

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  22. Ricki Jill TreleavenJune 7, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Courtney, you have a gift of always writing the prettiest posts.

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  23. BetsyJune 7, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Love your pretty snowball blooms and the sweet little basket. I think some sunshine has been ordered for this week. It's about time!

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  24. LindsayJune 7, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    These are gorgeous! Just perfect for summer!

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  25. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJune 7, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I just planted one of these bushes this year! The snowballs look wonderful in your basket. I love that smell of rain too!

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  26. carol annJune 7, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I love your pictures of the snowball bush. It's now on the top of my want list, beautiful!

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  27. JenniJune 7, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Hi Courtney~

    Those are beautiful flowers, and all such lovely pictures you shared! I especially love the one with the flowers in front of your antique mirror~ so pretty! :)

    I hope you have a wonderful Wednesday!

    Blessings,
    Jenni
    {Beautiful Nest}

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  28. A Rosy NoteJune 7, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Oh those are pretty! I love hydrangeas. A cardinal just built a little nest in our hydrangea tree. It's right outside my door so I'll get a good view of the little babies :)

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  29. A Cottage MuseJune 8, 2011 at 3:40 AM

    Happy WW!
    Those are the only snowballs I like too ~ your photos are just beautiful!!

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  30. Francie...The Scented Cottage StudioJune 8, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    Those are the only snow balls I like too ... even tho we are sweltering in 100* heat ! Yours are lovely.

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  31. AvaJune 8, 2011 at 8:40 AM

    I love Snowball shrubs , we have these in Australia too :) So pleased I found your beautiful blog , I will be following you from now on . Your photographs are swoon worthy xx

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  32. Anita @ Cedar Hill RanchJune 8, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    You have such a way with flowers and really everything!!

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  33. IdoJune 8, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    I love the picture of the snowballs with the mirror!
    XXX Ido

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  34. Janie @ Romantic DomesticJune 8, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    You are so lucky to have these beauties ready and waiting for fresh cutting. Enjoy the snow.

    Janie
    Romantic Domestic

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  35. lvroftiquesJune 9, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    They'd be beautiful anywhere Courtney! Those are my kind of snowballs too *winks* Great shots my friend! Always dreamy and inspiring! Vanna

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  36. saltbox treasuresJune 9, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Hi Courtney,
    You stole my next White Wednesday post title lol. But, hope you don't mind I'm still going to use Summer Snowballs. I love the sound of it. Your snowballs are lovely. I wish they would last longer.
    Getting ready to link to your party.
    Have a great day!
    ~ Julie

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  37. AnonymousJune 9, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I absolutely adore snowballs!! Your photos are so beautiful and I really love the photo of the snowballs in front of your vintage mirror, just gorgeous!
    Have a beautiful night.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  38. Debra@Common GroundJune 10, 2011 at 7:40 AM

    My grandmother had them too. they always bring back such wonderful memories. Thanks Courtney for always coming to the party!
    xoxo Debra

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  39. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky)June 11, 2011 at 11:01 AM

    Your table looks lovely and the burlap was a great idea. The only burlap I have is on our Christmas tree as garland (it came in a roll.) I have yet to find the popular kind in a fabric store here, so your idea of the coarser weave at the home center is something I may just pick up.

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  40. Fishtail CottageJune 11, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Thanks for linking up to Cottage Flora Thursday's! adoring your basket filled with snowballs! xoxo, tracie

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