Frances Palmer has been making ceramics since 1987.  She was trained as an art historian, yet has always made work with her hands.  Her handmade ceramics are functional art – dishware or vases that can be used on a daily basis.  Each piece, no matter how large or small, is considered and individual.  Featured here a sweet and whimsical terracotta pots ideal for a few blossoms each.

bbrooks member, Artichokes & Pomegranates, dressed this sweet Pomeranian up with a collar of Roses and Hypericum Berrry for a vibrant Summer wedding.

bbrooks member, Monsoon Flowers of Cresskill, NJ,  has posted gorgeous Spring designs on their Facebook page.  Featured here is a luscious long and low design of Anemones, Ranunculus, Stock, Roses, and Cymbidium blossoms in a leaf-lined clear glass rectangle.  Perfect for Mom!

With these examples from their facebook page, bbrooks member Artistic Surroundings in Phoenix, AZ , demonstrate the  effectiveness of  crisp modern design.