A Garden Tour

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Friends I never tire of praising the wonderful things Instagram has brought into my life. Beauty, Experiences and Friends and in June all these came together in A Garden Tour. I had the loveliest afternoon with my sister and friends enjoying seven gardens in Cranford, NJ to benefit the Crane-Phillips House Museum Garden.

The Tour was organized by Interior Designer Jennifer Dengel here she is with her daughter managing the sale of greenery from Atlock Farm. You’ll spy me chatting with some never before met in person Instagram friends!

The gardens were of homes - so while incredibly beautiful and inspiring not in the least bit intimidating!

This home boasted what felt like a secret garden. You entered through a brick paved solarium - what a delight!

I do love trees and this massive specimen was gorgeous!

This lovely flagstone patio was so inviting - truly an outdoor room!

Here are my lovely ladies … my girlfriend and her mom on either side of my sister. We broke for lunch in the middle of the tour at The Cranford Hotel in downtown Cranford - what an adorable downtown with parking.

I adore the topiary I purchased that day - they were provided by Atlock Farm.

Here’s a list of some additional Gardens:

Til next time be well friends!

Gifts to Myself

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Yesterday was the anniversary of my birth and if you’re like me - you may think of a thing or two you’d like for your special day. I gathered the items I purchased for myself under the guise of - “Oh this is for my birthday.”

I have been a fan of Erin Benzakein and Floret Farms for quite a while on Instagram - I receive the newsletter and have watched the television show. I was thrilled to welcome her collection of blooms into the Chalet. I also gifted a copy to my sister who is a fabulous gardener.

Cynthia Zamaria just released her first book and I could not wait to get a copy in my hot little hands! I love when inspirational Instagram accounts become Insta-pals and I’m elated to have a piece of this talented lady in the Chalet.Her style is vintage + modern which I am totally in awe of. I love the curated feel of gallery walls and other areas that are sparse and purposeful. I’m crazy inspired by her design sense.

I don’t know of a more prolific creator than Bari J. Ackerman. Bari’s work and her entrepreneurial spirit are incredibly motivating. She’s an artist, home decor expert who has partnered with brands including Joybird and Loloi Rugs, an interior designer, writer and founder of Bari J. lifestyle brand. You’ll marvel at the art she’s created and how its translated into fabric and wall covers for your own home and more! I started following Bari on Instagram and now, she’s a friend and I’m ecstatic to have Bloom Wild here in the Chalet!

These books all share a floral theme and I chuckle about that. I love having them here on the sun-porch with my latest plant. I will always treasure these as a remembrance of this birthday.

Til next week be well friends!