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What a lovely read on a Sunday morning. Love your ideas, it’s motivated me to wander round the garden to pick some bits to dry -my hydrangea is a good place to start… 🧡

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I too love a Sunday morning read on Substack. Enjoy x

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Oh this is a beautiful read. Such magical ideas. Your pictures make me feel so peaceful. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

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I am so glad it was useful. x

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Such lovely, creative and imaginative ideas ✨

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Thank you David 🙏🏻

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What does your drying rack look like and could it be placed by a radiator? My kitchen is too full of steam from the kettle and cooking. How do I keep the colour of lavender and roses. Thank you, great post Fiona!

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It is just an old empty picture frame with muslin fabric stretched over it and secured at the back. I use a staple gun but small tacks would do. Look for a large frame in a charity store. I wouldn’t put it by a radiator as you want the drying to happen slowly. I have mine on the top of a wall cabinet in my studio but top of a wardrobe would do. X

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Thank you Fiona!X

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I love these suggestions Fiona thank you for sharing, I wasn’t sure what to do with the hydrangeas so will try your recommendation this weekend. Perfect.

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I use the wee florets in my wreath making. You just need a blob of hot glue. Xx

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Thank you I have just cut the hydrangeas before the rain comes so let’s see how they dry. Enjoy your weekend x

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And you xx

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What a wonderful way to use up the last of the summer garden!

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Thank you for popping by x

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