roses and tarnished silver

by Sharon Santoni
[blank]I’m a simple girl at heart.[blank]
[blank]I don’t long for that much ….[blank]
[blank]a posy of perfect roses …[blank]
[blank]a few lazy sage leaves … [blank]
[blank]an old and tarnished silver bowl …[blank]
[blank]soft lighting on a window sill[blank]
[blank]a little pink, a little cream, a touch of yellow ….[blank]
doesn’t sound like much to ask !
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51 comments

BECKY June 26, 2012 - 5:11 am

I am simple, too! And love the simple loveliness and pairing of the tarnished silver and the gorgeous roses! Absolute perfection! Thank you for sharing!
Hugs,
Becky

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Southerncook June 26, 2012 - 5:42 am

Such a lovely arrangement of roses. I too take joy in the most simple of things. A beautiful bouquet always does it for me too. I grow roses as well and always enjoy cutting them to be brought inside. I particularly liked your use of the Sage in your arrangement, it gives the arrangement a nice texture and I think using the tarnished silver piece was brilliant. Just lovely, a work of art.

Carolyn/A Southerners Notebook

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Splenderosa June 26, 2012 - 5:47 am

As simple as this….yes I am.
xx's

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helen tilston June 26, 2012 - 5:55 am

Hello Sharon

The tarnished container sets the stage and then your arrangement of roses to be followed by the highlight of sage makes it spectacular.
Have a glorious week

Helen xx

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Linda Carswell June 26, 2012 - 6:39 am

These roses are simply GORGEOUS…….could anything be better than this!!!

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hostess of the humble bungalow June 26, 2012 - 6:40 am

I love roses and any vessel that holds their beauty whether it be shiny or tarnished is fine by me.
Your splendid bouquet is sheer perfection.

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Perfectly At Home, New England. June 26, 2012 - 6:52 am

Gorgeous!! Simply gorgeous! Sounds good to me!

-Tim

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kabayoz June 26, 2012 - 8:24 am

A little cream, a dose of pink, a touch of yellow, a hint of orange…all together…simply divine!

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Anonymous June 26, 2012 - 8:30 am

Any kind and shades of roses any time maybe some lavender at this time of summer always a delight.Love from the glowingly hot Plain Hungary.Dorka http://www.dorottyaudvar.co.hu

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Magnolia Verandah June 26, 2012 - 8:47 am

These beauties would make sigh with happiness!

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Mrs. Sutton June 26, 2012 - 10:00 am

When 'simple things' are as beautiful as this – then absolutely – I am VERY easy to please!! LOVE the use of sage leaves in this arrangement – genius!
Paula x

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Flori June 26, 2012 - 10:05 am

Hej Sharon,
me too….i like the simple things…a great silver bowl mith wonderful roses….hmmmm i can smell it!!!Thanks!!!
Herzlichst Flori

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sheepyhollow June 26, 2012 - 11:50 am

oh ya, i take pleasure in life's simple pleasures and the beauty that surrounds! thanks for sharing…i can only imagine the loveliness that surrounds your guests!!

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Mise June 26, 2012 - 12:45 pm

Your lovely arrangement is the epitome of stately prettiness, Sharon.

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Francine Gardner June 26, 2012 - 1:06 pm

We must think alike…camera in hand on sunday, I shot my favorite roses arranged in small glasses. Seeing your beautiful images, I will file mine instead, or perhaps they will find their way in a book to come… We grow the same variety of roses, i just love these full, gorgeous roses, and bring them to my nightstands, entry, library. The best part of summer is taking care of all my roses. Happy summer!

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Diane D. June 26, 2012 - 1:32 pm

Gorgeous and yes some of the simplest things bring me the greatest joy.

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Our French Inspired Home June 26, 2012 - 1:39 pm

I think you said it all.

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Barry Allen @ apartments in Chelsea June 26, 2012 - 1:55 pm

Quite an amazing attire of te home, looks just amazing.

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Kim @ Savvy Southern Style June 26, 2012 - 2:48 pm

So gorgeous!

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Cara June 26, 2012 - 3:17 pm

oh my goodness! gorge!

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Marta Morer i Esther Fornell June 26, 2012 - 3:18 pm

unas flores maravillosas!

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Catherine June 26, 2012 - 3:30 pm

Just beautiful. The simple things really are the best.

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Aunt Laura June 26, 2012 - 4:03 pm

Absolutely beautiful arrangement. What varieties of roses are in it? I love them all!

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LA CONTESSA June 26, 2012 - 4:14 pm

THose SAGE leaves are fantastic!Love the touch of a yellow rose!Love the tarnished silver too…………Guess I love it all!

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Kris June 26, 2012 - 4:35 pm

Another gorgeous arrangement! I'm a simple girl at heart too. It's the little things that bring about the most pleasure to me. Flowers, a good book to read, my first cup of coffee of the day, old buttons, and a smile on a child's face bring happiness to me. 🙂

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Delaine June 26, 2012 - 4:48 pm

You did say it all with the subject of simplicity! Simple things that are yet gorgeous make me feel at peace if that makes any sense at all…but it is the way I feel when I see these lovely container of roses…merci and I hope you and your family have a blessed day!

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Yvonne @ StoneGable June 26, 2012 - 5:15 pm

Stunning! I am a simple girl… but I can't say I am easy to please. I am easily delighted by simple things though! For some reason I don't see this arrangement as simple. It is opulent… and full… and lush… and just so gorgeous!

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Karen Appleton June 26, 2012 - 5:42 pm

stumbled on your blog via Things that Inspire. It is so beautiful and full of inspiration, thank you for the gorgeous photos!

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Diane James Home June 26, 2012 - 7:17 pm

I would be if I had gorgeous roses in my garden and your incredible talent at arranging them! Thank you for another beautiful bouquet for my inspiration board. Hope your summer has started out wonderfully, Cynthia

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ivana June 26, 2012 - 7:32 pm

stunning!

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Nicole June 26, 2012 - 8:14 pm

Very beautiful, your roses!
Greetings from Holland,
Nicole

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farmlifecitylife June 26, 2012 - 8:27 pm

It is the simplest things in life that make me happiest.
Enjoying life on the farm right now.
All the best.

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@tweatcyn June 26, 2012 - 8:35 pm

Yes, I am! I often buy roses for myself and make arrangements for my entryway at home, in tarnished silver vases. So classic, simple and gorgeous. I love your post today.

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zanetastyle June 26, 2012 - 9:09 pm

Just increadibly beautiful, it is poetry!
I am with you on this…xo Z

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Bernideen June 26, 2012 - 11:31 pm

Yes indeed – each rose a masterpiece!

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The enchanted home June 26, 2012 - 11:39 pm

Never have gorgeous luscious roses and tarnished silver looked so incredibly beautiful!

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The Sea Garden June 26, 2012 - 11:48 pm

Nothing would please me more than those roses, and tarnised silver is so much lovlier than too shiny…

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peggy braswell June 27, 2012 - 12:55 am

soooo beautiful! xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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Anu@My Dream Canvas June 27, 2012 - 1:40 am

This is beautiful!!! I look forward to seeing you at My Dream Canvas for my backyard party 🙂

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Betsy Brock June 27, 2012 - 1:41 am

Oh, that is gorgeous! I love tarnished silver…probably more than polished!
Your roses are just perfect…so lovely, Sharon!

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Anonymous June 27, 2012 - 2:28 am

Yep – THAT'S what I was talking about with the 'tarnished pot' (vs. polished cake moulds)!

LG, Gerlinde

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Martha June 27, 2012 - 2:29 am

I too have the same roses, and they bloomed so early this year. I ended up cutting all the lavender and putting it in my silver bowls to dry. Your Roses are very beautiful and I cannot go to sleep at night without reading your blog. Very peaceful! Someday I will get to your beautiful part of the world. Martha

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Anonymous June 27, 2012 - 2:29 am

PS: my face fits/blends better to it as well! 😉 😀

LG, Gerlinde

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Flo de Sendai June 27, 2012 - 2:45 am

Beautiful roses…..I love it !
You are in Normandy ?! Like my parents and all family !!!

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Myplace4tea June 27, 2012 - 6:19 am

So pretty, simple yet elegant… love the touch of sage leaves with the roses. Simplicity at it's best!!
Happiness is knowing I have roses in a vase or two… here and there in my house. Simple things are the best!

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The Blue Farmhouse June 27, 2012 - 7:12 am

Beautiful arrangement…oh, and yes I am pretty easy to please.:)

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Dr. Vaughan Dabbs June 27, 2012 - 8:09 am

Excellent information. Your site definitely explains essential concepts to its readers. Thanks for continuing to write such wonderful articles.

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Anci June 27, 2012 - 2:42 pm

I think I am…
And your flowers are wonderful and so nice !!

xo
Anci

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Amy June 27, 2012 - 3:23 pm

I'm even easier – just give me pink and I'm a happy girl!

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Kate June 28, 2012 - 3:35 am

Just got in from a few days away and after checking in with your blog I finally feel like I am home!

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laurene June 28, 2012 - 9:31 am

Loving the sage leaves! A single stem would brighten my day!

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