I’ver been a fan of “too fussy” either, Melodye! But these were so beautifully rendered, that only the skill and elegance came through for me. And, of course, no doilies were involved. 😉

Thanks, Dyer! I’m thinking she knew at least some of the history ~ made even more interesting because of my Dad’s farming background and gardening prowess ~ and it’s also possible she told me and I just didn’t take it in at the time!

There was a time in my life when I would’ve thought these were too fussy. But now I know for sure is that you can never surround yourself with too many flowers (unless of course, they’re on a doily covered sofa).