I can’t be the only person who thinks rhubarb leaves are beautiful; they’re so full of curly, crispy, crunchy texture!
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We’ve just recently returned home from Arizona where I played with roses, and ranunculus, and gardenias … all breathtakingly beautiful, colourful, and exotic flowers.
But this northerner is extremely happy to be home, and as I took a stroll around my garden, every tiny green shoot filled me with wonder and awe. It’s such an amazing experience to witness the miracle of spring.
When I saw some tiny rhubarb leaves pushing up through the soil I was so struck by the beauty of it, I had to pull a few stalks for a still life set-up. This is almost sacrilege because, for every tiny shoot I pull, it means one less stalk of rhubarb that will make it into crisps or pies. I think I’m OK with that … I can always throw in a handful of strawberries to compensate.
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So, now I must introduce you to my new potting bench … oh my … when I saw it at the Carvel General Store I nearly fainted. I wanted it badly … very badly … but I made myself go home and think about it. I already have a gorgeous potting bench, and numerous other barnwood pieces … so I really needed to consider the pros and cons.
Turns out there were no cons ;) … it’s smaller than my “real” potting bench, and as you can see, there’s chippy white paint all over it … to.die.for.
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I’m in the process of rearranging the deck, painting a couple of wooden chairs, and getting my plant pots ready to go. When I accomplish all that, I’ll post the reveal of our full deck makeover. Such an exciting time of year!
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Please let me be the first to gasp at and praise your beautiful potting bench images!! I love the rhubarb red stems!! Genius for sure to add a few into a springtime still! Oh I so wNt a chippy white “anything”!! Thank you for sharing these exceptional and inspiring images!! Sigh!!
Thank you so much for your sweet comments, Beverly!
I want to praise you too , Beverly beat me :) Your images are “beyond” as Kim would say , hope I can say that too. I love them, I love your barn wood , the composition and beautiful light. Now I can’t wait to see your deck makeover , will be on the look out for that !
Thank you, Lynn!! xo
I love rhubarb and I have been thinking of doing something with mine…food and photo. All the best, Sarah
insane beauty…. beyond indeed Lynn….
wow barb… i’m so glad you gave into the bench…. NO REGRETS on that decision …. : )
the rhubarb…the comp… everything… wowza!!!
so much to love here……
i’m behind on IG today (on everything actually)…. but be sure to slip some of these photos into #fouriadorefriday and of course #mystillsundaycompetition….
and let’s talk the potting bench tag…. YES PLEASE.
emailing you soon… must catch up. xo
Thank you Kim! I’m so glad I got that potting bench – I know it will inspire me all summer!
awww. used to help my mom peel and cut up rhubarb as a kid. thanks for the memory.
Such a great idea to have those pops of red! And that potting bench ….
Thank you Julia!
That potting bench is magic! Looking forward to seeing your deck makeover. I love rhubarb and one of their greatest assets is just how prolific they are so I’m sure your plant will not be missing those few lovely stocks!
Thank you, Carol!
How wonderful is that potting bench?!! I have serious envy! Wonderful shots, Barb!
Your potting bench is wonderful Barb, and as always your images fuel the soul. Beauty in each of them. You should have e-mailed me you were in town. We could have gotten together.
Fabulous Barb I so want a potting bench…
Oh Barb, I’m NEVER disappointed when I visit your blog and see all your images! They make me swoon! LOVE your new potting bench and these images are just absolutely amazing!!
I agree with the handful of strawberries, in fact, I like strawberry rhubarb pie! So happy my Mom addicted me to it before she passed……lovely memories of sharing a pie or two…..or dozens of those pies with her.
Can NOT wait to see your deck makeover!
Oh! this old wood potting bench with the peeling paint… so grunge, so vintage… so much inspiring… and it’s true Barb, rhubarb leaves are fabulous with the deep green of the leaf and pinky red of the stem… this is so special… I’ve never considered growing rhubarb in my garden but I should do… their leaves are so photogenic! Thank you for highlighting this beautiful plant in your gorgeous compositions.
Thank you, Odile!
I so appreciate your kind comments and you stopping by today!
Barb
Your potting bench looks fantastic!!! I love the weathered look of it – it’s simply gorgeous!! So are your images. I do like the leaves of rhubarb and also the beautiful red stems. Such a beautiful combination with the dark green leaves.
I love your potting bench. I saw one of yours a while back and I set out to build one…well my husband set out anyway, but it’s not as lovely as yours. And of course your photography is always so beautiful and creative. I’ve said this before, but you are an inspiration! Wonderful work!
Thank you so much, Suzette!
You seem to have the most wonderful resources for your props. This chippy potting bench is a treasure indeed. One {wo}man’s trash …
What a great potting bench, Barb !
We have rhubarb in our garden too … what a wonderful idea to use the leaves !
And your photos … INSTANT LOVE !
Have a nice week,
Sylvia
My mouth is watering profusely. I miss my rhubarb. What a divine bench. I must say I’m surprised you walked away the first time.
yes I agree! They are such wonderful color! And, they taste pretty good baked with strawberries and pastry too.
Wonderful. Rhubarb pie is my favorite pie.
Stunning, as always!!! I want to create like you!!!!!
I love thubarb in just about anything . .. my 50 year old plant gave up the ghost last year so I must get a new one . .. and I like how you think . . NO CONS . .. .fabulous photos and journaling . ..