A Review: Bunny Williams: Life in the Garden - Photograhy, A.Schlechter & Making a Succulent Wreath

[@thetartantopiary]

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[@beiderbecke1927]

I remember reading a story about a homeowner in Charleston, S.C., after hurricane Hugo, in 1989. They lost an ancient magnolia tree, which had dominated their townhome garden for who knows how long. It was heartbreaking, but suddenly the garden was filled with sunlight, and new opportunities. Such is life. My mother has been gone for many years. but when I sold the family home in San Diego in October of 2012, I gathered every rose I could find in her garden, (in San Diego, there was a fair number to choose from that late in the season) placed them in an old galvanized bucket, and took them to her grave. I took a photo of it in place, and look at it on Mothers Day. Now I have a huge rose garden in Michigan, way too challenging, but I've had adults literally jump for joy like children when it's in full bloom. Sorry to ramble, blame it on Bunny, and a bit of gin. I love both! And roses!

[@thetartantopiary]

I love this! Thank you for sharing it. You can ramble anytime…and we’ll always blame Bunny, gin and roses!

[@jenh9361]

🤣😂🤣🤣🤣 What a delightful story... I, too, have lost a couple of 200 yr. old trees from my yard... It certainly does dampen ones spirit! But, absolutely, time heals and the newfound light does allow us the opportunity to pave the way for another adventure... Unexpected change certainly encourages us to buck up and cultivate new growth in every aspect of our lives...

[@thetartantopiary]

Very well said! There are so many life lessons we can take from our gardens!💕💐🌳

[@sandiwilson5376]

It's ok to ramble enjoyed your story. 😊❤

[@ValentinaStJohn-cv6fu]

So simple, yet one of the most beautiful book covers I've ever seen, a harvest basket full of clovers. Thank you so much for sharing yet another glorious book to inspire & delight us.We love you, Mary!

[@thetartantopiary]

Well that is a very lovely comment! I hope you feel my love in return! Thank you, and I appreciate your comment.

[@yanetnunez6127]

I love the succulents wreath, so beautiful 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@tamaranicholaschilds8097]

Thank you for sharing Bunny Williams book, I am such a fan of her work. I really like your wreath. I also cried over a beautiful Japanese Maple that I nurtured for many years when a storm caused a large cedar tree to fall and break in two. ❤

[@JackiSalinas-kh3ue]

Oh, Mary, what eye candy this book is! I’m a big Bunny Williams fan, but think she may have outdone herself this time! And love your wreath - I think I’ll try to make one. Would love to see more of your garden shed. Thank you as always! (Btw, love the bee bracelet 😉)

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you! Bunny is an inspiration and such a kind soul. We will visit the shed more this summer, as I have in a few of the past videos. The bracelet is by Susan Shaw. 💗

[@Rj4cg]

Hi Mary! You offered another great book review of Bunny William’s new garden book! Oh what fun to be invited on a tour of her home and gardens! Your very nice succulent wreath is now my new inspiration for “a project! “ this Spring. Thank you💐

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you very much.

[@starboard6372]

What a good idea for the wreath! I can use up all my little cracked cuties that I can't bear to break up. Thank you.

[@thetartantopiary]

Great idea!! I actually think it looks better with aged or chipped pots.

[@kaywallace6139]

I adore Bunny Williams. Lovely

[@buickinvicta288]

We celebrated Othodox Easter with family. TIL, my first cousins attended a funeral in Charston SC. I just found out today. They both flew down for the funeral from NY. Deputy Joseph Matuskovic. All their expenses were paid. My co-worker Sue, her son is also Deputy Sheriff. God Bless us all. #UnitedWeStand ❤🫡🇺🇸 #KeepTheFaith

[@moniquemckenna6795]

Thank you Mary I have this book and perused it many times, your featuring it has brought it to life and has me returning to enjoy it once again. I love anything Bunny Williams does and try to replicate some of her ideas in my small garden. As always you make my day… ❤

[@christinabittner4424]

Well Mary, that was yet another stunning and beautiful video and diy. I really enjoyed your tour of Robert Kime in London in your last one. Thank you for all your great content!

[@thetartantopiary]

I'm so glad you enjoyed that. I did get a lot of great video while in London and I'll show more in future reviews.

[@jerryrobinpendleton5171]

Oh Mary I too love Bunny Williams! I’m requesting this book for Mom’s Day! Can’t wait to get it! As always your craft was amazing! The wreath is gorgeous! Now I need a potting shed! lol 🤣😂🤣

[@carolpipher4839]

❤ ~After gardening season, (when I can re-allocate "funds"), this one is coming home to PA, to live beside its sister "An Affair With A House"! 🌱🐞🪴 ~Love Bunny! 🌿🏡💞🐸🌱🌷

[@kellycarroll6829]

the project turned out lovely 💚

[@vppraiseandworship8490]

I just love Bunny Williams! I'm going to look for that book! Thank you for the sneak-peek!

[@CharlotteFairchild]

I bought books! Weekend Refresh:Home Design in 78 Hours or Less by Taste made. I bought the book for my husband to learn the dishwasher organizing tips…. and more

[@lindaortolano7837]

Good morning Mary! I love Bunny Williams and her garden is breath taking! I enjoyed watching you make the most adorable succulent wreath ever!! I love the way it looks hanging on the door!! All I could think was.....how many of these pots I would have broken in the process? LOL! You my friend just have a knack for being meticulous!! Have a great week and I will see you in the next one.....hey to Dan! Hugs! :)

[@ninamelsted8702]

True to form, you are a natural and so talented in your craft projects Mary. Beautiful wreath!

[@rinskeraphael8755]

Thanx for posting mary, as always very entertaiment and lovely. Every time again it makes me happy looking ad a new video 🥰love the wreath🤩

[@LadyNance]

Love this book and your fabulous presentation! I share with you and Bunny the emotions of garden loss. My last house was torn down by the new owners but that did not trigger the emotions like the loss of my plantings and trees. My beautiful white birch, rhododendron's, viburnums and more sacrificed for an over-sized house. I worked with a wonderful landscape designer at my new home that was a literal blank slate. I laughed every time he said, "you just want what you had"...yep - and then some!😉

[@thetartantopiary]

I get that completely! You take care of a house and love it with your heart, but you nurture a garden and love it with your soul! 💗🌳🌷

[@ruralangwin]

What fools.

[@thetartantopiary]

@@ruralangwin “these mortals be” I’ll take A Midsummer Nights Dream for $200!

[@DonnaOsborne-k6c]

Love the succulent wreath.

[@vickeypierce293]

Love the book and your wreath is absolutely beautiful ❤❤❤

[@DarlaPenados-rp1ss]

That turned out beautiful 👍

[@piecesofjoy8681]

This book is divine! And your wreath, absolutely love it! Will definitely have a go at this project and have it hang on the entrance to my my flower room 🌺

[@doyeworrell1680]

I love Bunny Williams, she is so creative and her designs are timeless. I’m going to try your succulent wreath, what a statement piece for your garden. Thank you 😊

[@vivienmcnaul109]

Your project was beautiful 😊

[@alexandra2jerry]

Thank you Mary for a wonderful book review and an even better craft project! I so love doing crafty things like that and will thoroughly enjoy making a wreath for our new back door. (We should get the certificate of occupancy next week finally after 14 months of watching our dream come true.) Your wreath will be perfect. I even went to the Susan Shaw shop on line and bought a couple of gifts! Thanks again for a terrific video xxx

[@nancywhitehead6397]

Mary , I had to comment on your exquisite Secretary Bookcase . From what i can see of it, it looks like either a Sheridan or Hepplewhite piece. Just a stunning, beautiful piece Is it inherited or did you find it on one of your visits to Antique shops? The patina is especially lovely..You have a gifted eye for Antiques Mary.....I, too, cry when i see a tree come down especially the ancient trees. What history they hold and could tell many stories.. In the 1800's the city I was born in was the Lumber and Sugar Beet Capitol of the world. The lumber is long gone due to greed but the Sugar Beet industry is still going strong. My home town of Saginaw, Michigan was once a thriving town but now it is pretty much in decay mostly thanks to greed. It also had the High School with the highest Academic rating in the US. When I went to U of M they put us all in advance studies as they knew our professors and ciriculum . I mention these things here because so many of the old now gets swept away, including our precious gifts of life, trees , to make way for developments. Nothing changes with time and way too often greed still rules.. I will also mention here I recently bought Bunny's book, New,on Amazon for I think it was $34.00 so check it out if you have interest.. I have most of her books....Most of all Mary. thanks for putting "The Tartan Topiary"on You Tube, I enjoy it very much and it appears so do many others who share common interests; especially those with your delightful, entertaining hubby.. lol

[@chrisogrady4956]

Beautiful book and lovely wreath, thx!

[@BrenSchilling]

LOVELY !!! Bunny's Garden is her real passion. It shows. You make it look so so easy! (I can see where one may be quite frustrated in working with the mini flower pots! Glad you said that and that the wreath project turned from Beast to Beauty) It is perfect at the potting shed door! I am not a succulent fan but in seeing how lovely yours turned out, I may have to try making one too. Right now, I am in the process of weeding the rose garden and that is taking the patience right out of me. Sending all best wishes from the Golden Isles, Bren

[@cristaylor5952]

Love the wreath !!!!

[@robinrhea6125]

Wonderful video and project, so motivating! Thanks ❤️

[@arell56]

Your wreath turned out so well. I am thinking of giving it a try and making one of my own. I enjoy your channel immensely. Thank you! I look forward to next week’s video.

[@thetartantopiary]

I’m so glad you enjoyed it. I will tell you that for the wreath- you can use floral wire to secure the pots. I used the craft cord, as it was a bit easier to manipulate.

[@pcrice-lr2dn]

Love this book,I preordered it ,I knew I had t have it ,when I first heard about it . Your wreath found the perfect spot,you did an excellent job with it. Thanks Mary Happy Derby Day tomorrow 🐎🌹🍃

[@thetartantopiary]

Happy Derby Day! I don't bet, but if I did it would be for Catching Freedom or Fierceness! 😁

[@kelliekirkpatrick9929]

I so enjoy your channel!

[@CharlotteFairchild]

I wish I had been named after Bugs Bunny! I could have a bunny collection.

[@CharlotteFairchild]

Great book to add to my list! I finally bought Return to Pretty, and also splurged on Vintage Living by Bob Richter. I was surprised how much I like it! I have llooked and I saw 2 barrel chaise lounges for $600.00 together. I have no space for more furniture… sadly.

[@CarmenTorres-gf3sg]

Beautiful 😍

[@PatFord-og7rv]

Mary you are just amazing 😊. Would love to sit with you in your beautiful garden with a nice fresh tonic . Thanks

[@thetartantopiary]

You had me at "fresh tonic"!

[@PaulaShoaf]

Hi Mary ~~ Bunny Williams is amazing, love her style and her property is stunning, like Yours ! Love the wreath , I will be waiting to make one too. I hope you will be opening the door to your garden shed for a peek inside, this is my first summer with mine. I collect those brass little disks (forgot the name) that go on horse reins , I spied them on your desk ..we are kindred spirits lol.. have a joyful weekend! hugs Paula p.s.I love your watch ,just so very neat !!

[@thetartantopiary]

I love them (horse brasses). When I was in college I found a leather hanger with several and one displayed a thistle. I had to have it. It was $5.00 and my roommate was astounded that I paid that much for it! 😄This is a fun website www.nationalhorsebrasssociety.org.uk

[@PaulaShoaf]

@@thetartantopiary Thank you so much !

[@mouriefeeney1903]

Hi Mary...I found your potting shed wreath so sweet and a nice addition to your garden. I enjoyed the book review of Bunny's garden who I think was born with a green thumb. Tis the season to enjoy our yards/gardens. We live in a community where the HOA must approve before planting anything in our front yards and I feel pretty limited but so enjoy the beauty of others who share such as you. Enjoy your weekend and we will all see you next week ~

[@thetartantopiary]

Thank you very much. I agree, Bunny was born with a green thumb. I hope you have a lovely weekend, my friend!

[@suzieq2493]

Mary, you have more patience than I do! The wreath is very cute but not something I will attempt. I'm still hoping to try the paper napkin decoupage craft you did a while back. Thanks for the book review and discount codes

[@thetartantopiary]

I did get frustrated in the middle of the process, but I stayed with it. I was completely prepared to walk away, but when I added the moss and the succulents, it worked out!

[@sandratodd1438]

I made a Terra cotta wreath many years ago but I used florist wire to hold the pots on the grapevine wreath.

[@thetartantopiary]

I did try that, but it was easier for me to use the cord. I actually meant to mention that wire could be used, but forgot. Did you use any plants with the pots?

[@sandratodd1438]

@@thetartantopiary I didn’t use plants. I liked it with just the pots.

[@ClassicalEndeavor]

Don't think we didn't see: MORALS AND DOGMA, would love to see your review on that one.

[@thetartantopiary]

You’re killing me; but I really should do that!

[@bwiseok]

Bunny has the most outstanding photos in that book. I love photography. My birthday is may 6. And luckily I’m a mother.

[@thetartantopiary]

Happy Birthday AND Happy Mother's Day! You are a fellow Taurus. My birthday is May 18. ♉

[@helenkane8594]

I had forgotten it was going to be Bunny Williams this week and was happily reminded when your video popped up! The wreath is so pretty and whimsical.

[@thetartantopiary]

I was happy with it...now, if I could just have Bunny's potting shed to go with it! 😁

[@dianayavetz6286]

Such a creative idea for a potting shed wreath.

[@dulcerush735]

Hola Mary!!! Love the creativity of the wreath ❤ And the way it looks on the door. Like always beautiful. 😍 Have a great weekend and see you next week ❤

[@johnmyers7008]

Beautiful book; beautiful wreath!

[@mariannetracy4248]

Louis XIV meets Zen. Magic!

[@thetartantopiary]

I love a Louis!

[@joycerestiano587]

Hi Mary, such a lovely wreath. Thank you for sharing how to assemble. The garden of Bunny's is amazing and definitely something to dream about. See you next time

[@thetartantopiary]

Dream indeed! It's fun, and as a novice gardener, I found I was inspired to try some of her ideas, but on a much smaller scale.

[@casandradickinson8518]

Oh Bunny, my favorite, ordering that book right now, thank you for featuring.

[@thetartantopiary]

It's lovely and quite large. You will enjoy it.

[@dorislong9420]

Loved it all, thank you!🌸🌼🌸🌺

[@thetartantopiary]

Thanks for watching!

[@lynneaiken773]

Love the video.. Bunny is one of my favorites. Have a great weekend!

[@thetartantopiary]

Bunny is a treasure, for sure! You have a great weekend also!

[@sharonchilds3871]

❤❤❤

[@lucyllanio8950]

Beautiful wreath. You're so creative but I have to tell you I thought the candle was going to burn one of the pots.

[@Motherhubbard170]

The word whimsical was invented for this pottery wreath

[@myversionbynk2565]

❤

[@noelwyckoff7252]

It says the additional 40 can’t be used during a promotion? When I put the code in!

[@thetartantopiary]

I'm Checking on this- it worked for me. I'll reply soon.

[@thetartantopiary]

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[@angiejones7401]

I know you have told us before, but what is the color of your kitchen? Thank you!

[@thetartantopiary]

Benjamin Moore (Hollingsworth Green) was the color before the movie set designers repainted it. Our house was used for a film 2 years ago and they had to repaint our kitchen. Upon our return home we noticed the kitchen color was a little off from the original, but it's very close to Hollingsworth Green by Benjamin Moore.

[@angiejones7401]

Thank you so much!

[@juliecarns]

@@thetartantopiaryHow fun to see your home in a movie; are you willing to share the title?

[@carolynratliff1380]

That candle made me nervous….our friend just lost her house from a house fire from a stinking candle….