Along with Saint Patrick’s Day, I think spring might be just around the corner. I hope you will enjoy the Sharin’ O The Green Front Garden.
Sharin’ O The Green Front Garden
A huge “THANK YOU” to Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home for organizing this happy hop. If are coming over from Our Southern Home may I say, “Welcome!”. I loved the green tablescape that Christy shared.
In our front garden, The Top White hyacinths have begun to put on a show. But their full happy faces made the winter beds surrounding them look extra tired.
When the White Lion daffodils also popped up I decided to give the front entry and nearby garden beds on either side a refresh.
So Over Winter Decor
I’m almost embarrassed to say that the front entryway STILL had the same decor its been sporting since Christmas. The front door was also dirty and the porch needed to be swept. But most of all the snowflakes and sleigh bells had to go.
I first cleared away all the old decor. The walk was swept and everything was washed down. This in and of itself was a vast improvement. I always begin decorating the exterior entryway with a wreath. I considered making something new but still really love this polka-dotted wreath.
As a bonus the soft colors of green, mint and coral work for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day holiday.
Although technically the Irish flag is green, white and orange. Not coral. But coral works better with the brick of our home . You understand these things I’m sure.
After cleaning the area up and hanging the wreath I went to our local garden nursery. It had recently dipped below freezing earlier in the week here in Texas so finding some pretty plants and flowers in the color palette I wanted proved to be fairly difficult. There were no coral colored flowers to be had anywhere. So I had to settle for orange marigolds.
Even so, the vignette is a vast improvement from the dreary “before” photo I think.
Although I will keep searching for some coral colored flowers so that it coordinates better with the wreath.
Now On To The Wearin’ O The Green
In the two previous years, I have shared some happy green garments I have sewn.
The first was the crossback apron…
… followed by the Edwardian Dress last year.
On My Honor
For this year’s ensemble, I wanted to do something really FUN!
Although it might not happen in time for this year’s wearing of the green but it could be a contender for the DTA Annual October Costume Challenge.
It might not suprise you that I was a Girl Scout. From Brownies all the way to Seniors. I left Scouting at the age of 16 to get an afterschool job. I credit many of the skills I often share here as being first nurtured in Scouts. The Sewing Patch being one of them. Eating my weight in thin mints is another.
Over the past two years, I have been joyfully collecting official Girl Scout fabric, buttons, and other delights.
But my heart’s desire, a vintage uniform pattern, has eluded me. They can be found on Etsy and eBay for well beyond what I am willing to spend for one blog post.
So, my friends, I am asking do any of you possibly have a pattern from the 1930s through the 1950s that you might be willing to lend me? They were made by McCalls, Butterick, and Advance in a variety of styles. On my honor, I would take very good care of it and return it when finished. Even a copy would suffice.
I’m also seeking to purchase the socks, belt, and the yellow Windsor tie or neckerchief.
Up next on the hop is My Thrift Store Addiction. You will LOVE Cecilia’s collection of green Jadeite dishware.
All of the fun Sharin’ O The Green posts can be found just by clicking on the links below.
Will you be sharin’ or wearin’ green?
Laura
I don’t have a pattern. I’m so sorry. I do hope you find one because I know you’d do a fabulous job making the uniform. I just love the graphics on the patterns you have shared. Your front porch looks great. I hope you brought your plants in this morning because it is cold today.
Love the porch and I was a scout too but don’t have any of my gear anymore. Can’t wait to see what all you find.
Your greens are delightful
Looking at those patterns brought back sweet memories. My mom made so many of my clothes growing up, even my wedding dress, and I loved looking through pattern books with her.
Your porch looks all fresh and ready for spring! I am also so impressed with your sewing skills! Good luck finding the patterns!
Shelley
Happy Monday Laura! I love your porch and how springy it looks. And I seriously need some sewing lessons. That apron is adorable! Love it all.
I’ve been holding off on spring plants as we’ve had a sudden burst of rainy COLD weather, but after seeing your entry, I’m inspired to plant soon! Lovely, Laura! Happy to be joining you on the hop today! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
It’s so nice seeing the winter porch go, and your pretty spring decor come in! We are so buried under snow here! Loving those cute Girl Scout patterns!
Laura, sorry, I was a Bluebird and Camp Fire Girl. But I loved how you cleaned up and dressed up your front entry. Ours needs a clean up too, but it’s just so darn cold here. The flowers on the entry with all the galvanized pots and pails is really pretty and welcoming. It may be a few more weeks before we can safely say winter is behind us. Can’t wait. Your narcissus and daffodils are beautiful. You definitely have a green thumb.
Your porch looks pretty and ready for spring! I wish I knew someone who might have a Girl Scout pattern for you to use. Good luck on your search!
I love your fresh spring front porch! And no, you’re not the only one guilty of leaving their Christmas porch decorations up until well after Christmas 🙂 Good luck finding those patterns – I’ll keep my eye out for one! So happy to be hopping with you!
Your porch looks all ready for Spring and St. Patrick’s Day!
Laura, It’s so nice to see some flowers and plants! I love your idea of creating an adult-sized girl scout uniform; how fun. I love the images on all those old patterns; the fashion differences are great. Fun take on the Sharin’ O’ the Green!
Laura it is so nice to see some green plants and flowers again! Your wreath is perfect for spring!
Just so you know, we still have Christmas decorations on our porch that need to be packed away. It is quite embarrassing but at least I hid them behind the porch wall so you can’t see them from the road! Hopefully we will have some spring weather soon and I can get out there to start cleaning up and transitioning to spring. You are one step ahead of me!
I love your beautiful green dress and I can’t wait to see what you come up with for a uniform. I will keep my eyes open for you.
Thanks so much for sharin’ your green decor with us. Happy almost spring!
Laura your porch looks so festive!!!! I wish I were able to put some fresh flowers out on my porch, but our temp this morning was -7 degrees! I love your apron and your green dress!! I enjoyed being a part of this hop with you!
Larissa
Everything looks so pretty and ready for spring.
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Hello sweet lady! Came by to see what you are up to these days! Hope all is well.
Your porch looks great and love the coral with the aqua on the wreath. There’s no flowers popping around here since it’s bitter cold. I love how the porch turned out! I’ll keep a lookout for a pattern as I thrift and maybe will find one. I enjoyed my time as a Girl Scout!
Laura,
What a fun post! I hope you can find the pattern you need and can buy the items you want for your Girl Scout uniform.
Our weather this year is unusual. I am so ready for warmer sunny days.
Judith
Hi Laura-There is a website called “Vintage Girl Scout Online Museum”. Maybe they could help you. I can’t wait to see what you find! Good luck
Winter dec is gone for me, and though it seems forever till I see spring, at least it’s in the house! Love it all here, including your green gown!
I think we have all eaten our weight in Thin Mints.
Your porch looks lovely and ready for spring.
I always love the clothing items that you make. I hope you find the patterns! Wish I had one to send you. Your porch has me yearning for spring. We still have snow. 🙂
hugs,
Jann
Can’t wait to see how your Scouting outfit turns out! How fun! Love seeing the fresh flowers and love your front door wreath!!
Your porch is so pretty with great curb appeal! I just love that area with the bench. I love the idea of creating a vignette with it!
Such a beautiful porch. I love your door color. It is giving me the urge to paint mine.
Love your shift to spring porch – charming!
Amazing vignettes! Love your sweet statue and the beautiful plants!
Your apron is adorable! I need to make myself wear aprons because they are so cute and fun. MY mom had a very similar garden statue like your little girl holding her dress. My sister and I would put flowers in her dress. Sadly, someone stole our statue from our garden.