And all the sudden, it’s May! This spring has been flying by, but the weather hasn’t really been too cooperative in Iowa. Earlier this week we hit highs in the 70’s and 80’s, only to end the week in 35 degree temperatures and lots of rain/snow across the state.

With the almost summer-y weather earlier this week, I decided to take a break from printing and do a bit of gardening. I’ve always enjoyed since a kid — mom would always let my brother and I help with the annual spring planting and I think that’s probably why I like it so much.

I had purchased the cutest little tree from Bark and Bloom before the winter holidays (in part to say I had a real Christmas tree to compliment my aluminum one). He was in need of a bigger home when by the time spring came around and I stumbled upon this bronze vase/planter. I’ve been loving all the metallics in fashion, home decor, and paper goods this year, and thought this would be the perfect new home. Little Mr. Tree has been replanted and is hanging out with his new friend, Mr. Cactus. I’ve been known to have a bit of a black thumb, but Mr. Cactus has been sticking it out with me since 2005. The brass on the vintage planter also pairs nicely with the shine of his new neighbor.

Let’s hope this weather straightens out and I can get the rest of my goodies planted!

The bronze planter was purchased at Menards, but I can’t seem to locate it online. Here are some similar metallic planters/vases from Etsy: copper planter from Sea and Asters, vintage copper vase from Amy’s Vintage Decorium, and copper and white vase from The Object Ethusiast.