I am a farm girl at heart!
Although I did not grow up on a farm, I did grow up in the countryside on the prairies, and
I did have the privilege of spending a lot of time at my Grandparents farm.
Although I did not grow up on a farm, I did grow up in the countryside on the prairies, and
I did have the privilege of spending a lot of time at my Grandparents farm.
I’m SO thankful for those experiences. I can’t even tell you how much…that’s for another day…I love the idea of the simplicity of life on a farm.
I realize that the farming life is not an easy one.
But the romantic notion of a simpler time appeals to me…
I realize that the farming life is not an easy one.
But the romantic notion of a simpler time appeals to me…
…so, naturally I find myself drawn to old farm-type items. In my home, in my cooking…
And especially in my garden. I love classic plants, in non-traditional planters!
And especially in my garden. I love classic plants, in non-traditional planters!
I love the little extra charm they add to my garden!
They almost take me back to simpler times…
(I feel like I was born in the wrong era)
They almost take me back to simpler times…
(I feel like I was born in the wrong era)
Love this old toolbox inspired planter…
I love this old grain pail! It’s so great too, because it has it’s own drainage system built right in!
Isn’t it charming?!
Now, I know this little tin isn’t old by any stretch, but it was a great garage sale find! 10 cents!
The tin, the distressed yellow and the pattern, all say farmhouse to me for some reason!
Perfect for my Heather!
Gorgeous!
I love containers like this – they look like old wine barrels… perfect for my rosemary and lavender!
The rougher looking the better!
I’ve had a lot of nice comments about these wine box planters!
I wanted to post them again, because they aren’t your usual planters, but they should be!
Look how fantastic they are!
This old pottery container was a favourite of mine for planting, but it finally gave in to our cold winters and cracked! Bummer… But I still use it for my twigs. Adds a nice little earthy touch to our deck!
And if a washtub doesn’t scream farm, I don’t know what does!
Perfect for my herbs!
Now, if only I could get my hands back on the old hand washing machine that my in-laws have…perfect for strawberries…
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Hi I'm Jo-Anna! I mom. I blog. I cook. I craft. I like pretty things.
Very cute options for planters. I envy your green thumb. :)
What great ideas – I love the wine boxes and the Flower caddy. Glad to find your blog! xoStephanie
Hey Jo-Anna-
You are my next-door neighborhood at CG’s link-up…these are some darling ideas…{I’m with you, I feel I was born in the wrong era too, given that I make everything we eat from scratch}
i love all of these containers! they are brilliant! this year, i’m on a quest to find unusual things like this plant in. i can’t seem to make it happen, though!
i never admit my real identity online, but we share a name!!
I love your gardening style – I am a farm girl at heart too so your post made me happy! :)
Star Hughes Living
Wowww….loved all your planters, especially the wine boxes and the bath tub. How can I get one of these…???
They are all great planters! A nice change from typical store bought urns or pots!
What a great collection of flower pots! I’m stopping by as the guest judge from CSI Project!
happy crafting,
Linda
Nice job! -Amanda(fancylittlethings.com)
My grandfather made a toolbox very much like the one you have pictured here. Always wondered how to showcase his work. Thank you!!
Everything looks wonderful! I love it all!