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Thursday, May 16, 2013

SWEETGRASS BASKETS


Handmade Sweetgrass baskets are a staple if you live in the Charleston, SC area.



We found these beautiful baskets, full of spring blooms and greenery, adorning the entries of historic homes while touring in city of Georgetown a few months ago...




Such a beautiful way to welcome guests to your home...



Well, guess what I've been up to?  


I have two baskets,
some silk flowers,
greenery,
and


my sweet little helper Ellie-Mae...


Can't wait to show you how they turn out!

Here's the link if you would like to tour these beautiful historic homes
HISTORIC PLANTATION HOMES & GARDENS

Hope you are having a great week...
Blessings,
Cindy

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16 comments:

  1. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 16, 2013 at 8:49 AM

    Oh what wonderful baskets, can't wait to see how you design yours. Hugs, marty

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  2. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMay 16, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    I have a teeny weeny sweetgrass basket from Charleston. It is so cute!

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  3. OliveMay 16, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    I have a collection of Charleston sweetgrass baskets that I really should blog about. These of yours will be lovely.

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  4. Vel CristeMay 16, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    Can't wait to see what you come up with Cindy, I bet it's gonna be beautiful!

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  5. Ms. AMay 16, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    I have no doubts they will be lovely!

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  6. CindyMay 16, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    I have never seen anything like that before, yours will be beautiful!

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  7. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizMay 17, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    Those are going to look great! I like the ones you showed. I like that they aren't huge. Looking forward to seeing what you've done!

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  8. andyMay 17, 2013 at 7:33 AM

    That will look great ! Have a wonderful weekend

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  9. BeverlyMay 17, 2013 at 9:08 AM

    Love sweetgrass baskets. I treat myself to a new one every time we visit Charleston.

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  10. Nellie's Cozy PlaceMay 17, 2013 at 9:51 PM

    Hi Cindy,
    have to say I have never heard of sweet grass baskets, but they are charming decorations.
    Love the ones you posted..........can't wait to see how yours come out. That must just
    be a charleston tradition or something...........very cool I must say!

    Hope you have had a good week hon,
    blessings, Nellie

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  11. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseMay 18, 2013 at 2:26 AM

    It should be an easy work, since you ahve such a sweet helper! I'm waiting for the result, no doubt it'll be pretty.

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  12. The Quintessential MagpieMay 18, 2013 at 3:24 PM

    I love these Cindy, and I can't wait to see what you do with yours. My sister lived in Charleston for years, and we used to see the basket ladies selling them on Broad Street and along Meeting Street back in the day. I love the shape of the one you found. it is darling!

    I can't put anything on our front door right now. We are having major work done, and it would end up covered in mortar dust. I blogged about it and have just gotten back into town after escaptng for a few days. I will head back out after the weekend. I have to get away when they are making this big of a mess. It will be great when the finish, but until then, YIKES. This is on our residence, and not the St. A house which is where I escape. ;-)

    XO,

    Sheila

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  13. AnonymousMay 21, 2013 at 6:38 AM

    I used to live in Charleston, so I know all about those baskets, but I haven't seen them in the shape you have. Those are so pretty! Visiting via Coastal Charm.

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  14. chateau chicMay 22, 2013 at 9:16 PM

    Not heard of sweetgrass baskets before, so I'm anxious to see how your turn out. I'm sure they'll be beautiful.
    Mary Alice

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  15. DeeDeeMay 23, 2013 at 5:51 AM

    Hi there! These baskets are new to me , but they are very beautiful! Thanks for sharing! I'm stopping by from BNOP.

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  16. Jeannie MarieNovember 14, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    I did a blog when I bought my sweetgrass basket. I had wanted one for a long time. Mine is very small though.

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