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Trish: Today we were finally able to get clear paths to the greenhouse. I think I've used two bags of salt already.
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I have to check and make sure everything is OKAY inside.
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The sun is actually shining, but it is still only 10 degrees and with a WIND CHILL, I don't want to know. It is the Windy City after all.
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Inside: Wow! It is warmer in here with the sunshine, almost blinding.
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Cacti are semi hardy, thank goodness, and my little succulents are trying to bloom.
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We've been keeping branches for budding and hardy plants out here with lots of supplies and new decorative pieces coming in for Spring.
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These new gnomes will be fun in the garden center.
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Everything seems to be fine...
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Our new door and heater here in the greenhouse has done it's job. We will have to get some seedlings started in February.
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Cam: I hope we don't get a lot more snow, there's no place to put it.
Trish: If it gets worse, my brother will bring in a mini plow, a dump truck and pull it all out of here, if this frozen stuff gets softer.
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Inside the shop, the gals check all the plants and flowers. Luckily, the power didn't go out in the storms.
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Trish: The shop is in between seasons right now. Too early for Valentine's Day...so we are accenting with naturals right now.
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A bit of color in the coolers and the floral selections, perfect for freshening up your decor. Homes feel so empty after the holidays.
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On the counter is Lucky Bamboo and a nice change this time of year, and grows in any light!
Cam: I'll water everything, Trish!
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Cam: Do we have many orders to fill?
Trish: I'll have to double check the online orders, I hope we have what we need.
There's the phone now!
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Nine hours later, dusk settles and the gals are outside after locking up.
Cam: Well we had two customers today? Is that normal?
Trish: No, but it's so cold, but supposed to be warmer tomorrow. Thanks for all your help, we'll be ready for Valentine's Day with you prepping all those containers.
We do have a wedding next week, so that will keep us busy. Twenty eight tables if I remember right. I'm ordering everything tomorrow. Let's get out of the cold and I'll treat for Chinese, if you want!
Cam: Sure Trish! I'm freezing and Kung Pow Chicken sounds nice and warm.
New items in the Greenhouse.
Snow is stuffing.
Bamboo plants from a gift for Christmas
Gnomes from a thrift store.
Mini pots from my craft stashes from 20 years ago.
All containers are from thrift stores.
Cute Burro planter was a thrift find.
Mini succulent plants gift from Christmas
New door on greenhouse made from foam core, wood grain contact paper and duct tape handle/hinge.
Greenhouse itself was an Ikea kit from a thrift store, altered and heightened.
Flower Shop construction began HERE.
This set up is one of my favorite things to play with, and I will be sharing post at Doll Divas Boardhost, a wonderful group of doll lovers and sharers. If you are interested, take a peek.
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