No wicker was harmed during this photo shoot...

We recently attended an auction where we spotted a lovely old wicker stand with lots of chipped paint, revealing the original green paint underneath. The bidding began and it seemed we were not the only ones who took a fancy to this item as the bidding became just a little "frantic". We set our limit (which you must do when at an auction otherwise you may find that you spend FAR TOO MUCH) and kept bidding. We got it just a few pounds under our limit so we were quite happy.

As it was a bright, sunny day, taking the photos outside seemed the best idea. Our number 2 bird, Dot, seemed to take a great fancy to it and flew up to have a better look. Please note: no wicker was harmed during the shooting of the photos...



I don't know what got into the "girls" that day. Miss henny-Penny decided if Dot could have a closer look, then she could too. She inspected the small food safe we just purchased and her opinion was that it was ok but would be better used as a private house for her!



Now please don't get the idea that we regularly let our "pets" inspect our special vintage goods! This day was unique and the girls were soon back to foraging and "tidying" the garden for us.

Later that day we took a walk to the bluebell woods just up the road from us. It is the best display of bluebells I have ever seen and each year seems to get better.





Here is Jet, looking beautiful as usual!(I can't help but brag about him!)



And while we are looking at flowers here are a couple photos of our Lilacs in full bloom. Their scent is wonderous!





I am looking forward to setting up my little garden table and chairs in that space. I can just picture it with a beautiful tabelcloth and pretty vintage dishes. Let's keep our fingers crossed for a SUPER summer!

Have a good weekend whatever the weather!