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kathierush

Crestwood, IL, US
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Married 28 yrs, 4 kids(adults now, I guess) like to paint/draw/garden. Put in a waterfall last year. Mostly perrenials, small veg garden. Just want to get ideas and see whats out there.

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russian phlox-eyed zinnias?

Aug 11, 2009

this contest inspired me to cut some flowers (I rarely do!) I like the bright yellows in contrast to the pink phlox, russian sage, and a couple of smiling zinnias

dragonfly dreams

Jul 28, 2009
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this shed  my hubby built used to be white with black trim (eew!) Over the years I have painted it several times, but this is my favorite. On one side the koi is leaping out of the waves to...


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Re: He Thinks He's a Bird

so cute! wish we had them in our neck of the woods!

posted: 12:47 pm on August 8th  

Re: Spring is in the air...

i love this shot - especially the shadow!

posted: 12:44 pm on August 8th  

Re: Fine Gardening's "Garden Structures" Contest Official Rules

sensitivetoanimals is too sensitive! I think the birds don't care what they're made of; hope i win one to give the little darlings respite from illinois winters.
nancy, i had to reduce the resolution on my photos using photoshop...hope this helps.

posted: 11:59 pm on July 28th  

Re: Repurposed Treehouse

oh, I just love it! I'd be out there having coffe with the birds every morning. I love the way it is all lit up!

posted: 11:42 pm on July 28th  

Re: dragonfly dreams

Actally, i just use cheap crafters paint (acrylic) and spray it with sealer.

posted: 11:39 pm on July 28th