That's very pretty--what a lucky friend!

Wonderful! I used to have a tablecloth with that pattern years ago.

Very nice work!

 I just bought a batch of 'vintage' Alexander Henry and already have enough orders for totes to use it all.  That's my favorite fabric designer, though Michael Miller, Tropical Trading, and Hoffman run a close second.   and

Second one looks exactly like my Rose of Sharon bush.  By the way, it doesn't bloom until really late spring, so next year don't be upset when it stays green while the other bushes are in full bloom. :-)

What gorgeous vivid colors!  You done good.

I've come back to your pics at least a dozen times in the past week-- this are outstanding!

The rhines are a nice replacement for the usual seeds.  Looks very nice.

Thanks for the links.  I loved the hat book which included this paragraph:

The Duty of Women to be Beautiful

It is the duty of every woman to attire herself as charmingly as possible, for the pleasure of her friends and all who come in contact with her as well as to aid her advancement in any calling. It is hard not to be self-conscious when unsuitably dressed. It is embarrassing to feel either that clothes are not becoming or that the costume selected is inappropriate for the occasion.
 

Thanks for sharing.  I noted a few ideas I really liked in case I every marry again.  And those red shoes were gorgeous!

Fantastic!  I love your color blends.