an old farmhouse

Driving through the country the other day I saw this sweet old farmhouse.  What caught my eye was the irises in full bloom that were still giving this old house life.

photos and words by Kristen Bach

At it's finest

photo by Kristen Bach

yellows and whites + a grey sky

photo by Kristen Bach

embroidery projects

I discovered disappearing ink at the fabric store. It's the perfect thing to draw some quince onto this hemp linen skirt panel. Draw, and then stitch!

Photos and words by Rebecca Wood

Newborn Fertilizer

This is an old factory with of rammed earth walls of red clay and stone.  I don't know any more about it but it sure is lovely!

photos and words by Rebecca Wood

star magnolia

photo by Kristen Bach

Homestead Remains

I love to drive out in the country..... pastures, trees and sky, and old falling down places are what do it for me.  Sometimes you may just catch a glimpse of some old place out of the corner of your eye as you speed down a country road.  Usually, the remains are half hidden beneath vines and trees overgrowing it, and you wonder if it's worth it to turn around and go back. I  stopped for this one, and trespassed a little to get a better look.  The old house was gone, but the pecan trees and outbuildings remain.  An old well, and a tiny cabin.

Photos and words by Rebecca Wood

Old House

Sometimes you'll drive along and find an old house caving in on the side of the road.  Why do I love old shacks so much?   I think they just spark my curiosity.  Who lived there?  What did the furniture look like?  What did the kitchen look like?  Were the people there happy? Unhappy?  Did they appreciate the beauty of that slant of light coming through the window?  You look for emotional or visual clues among the remains, but only silence speaks.  I love the mystery.

photos and words by Rebecca Wood

moss covered floor

Photo by Kristen Bach

brick beauty

While scoping out wedding locations with my sister, I took her to this old brick building that I have always admired.  This open ceiling space is filled with textures, layers, and the potential for something awesome.  I have always wanted to do a dinner in here......and this visit has got me thinking.

photos and Words by Kristen Bach

Spring Whites

photo by Kristen Bach

Pines + blue sky

photo by Kristen Bach

camelias

photo by Kristen Bach

Quince

photo by Kristen Bach

mountain stream

photo by Kristen Bach

the bluest sky

Photo by Kristen Bach

alpacas make great friends

This is how I spent my Sunday.  Hanging out with our friends Alpacas.  Their sweet smiles and gently demeanor makes them so irresistible. Thanks Sweet Olive Farm for letting us play!

photos and words by Kristen Bach

daffidills and hyacinth in mason jars

photos and arrangements by Rinne Allen

japanese magnolia

photo by Kristen Bach

Sun and Seed Pods

photo by Kristen Bach