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What a week it was!

A Loss

If I am being completely honest here, it was very difficult to do much more this week than care for my ailing dog. When we last chatted, I told you guys about how bad his arthritis was, he was in a lot of pain and we were switching his meds to help manage it.

Well, the pain meds started working about a day in, but his labored breathing became progressively worse. And it got so bad, that we lost him this week and I can’t tell how you heartbroken my family and I are.

He was such a sweet boy who loved to cuddle and just be with you. It was really hard watching him go through this and it’s even harder now that he’s gone. My other dog Koda seems a little lost without him and we’ve been trying to adjust to the new normal.

So if I’ve seemed a bit quiet on social media this week, this is why.

black lab in zen garden by pond

My Front Porch

My front porch is FILLED to the brim with my houseplants. Because I have so many and want to bring them outdoors to summer, I stuff them along the house where they get full shade so the leaves don’t scorch and can enjoy the humidity.

They are doing so well!!! It took me a few years to figure out where everyone will go here because I needed time to learn how intense the sunlight was on my front and back porches.

Here are just a few of the plants I’ve been growing on the front porch! It looks like a jungle.

A cozy porch with a white wooden swing adorned with colorful floral cushions, surrounded by lush green plants. Hanging baskets and potted plants create a vibrant and inviting atmosphere, while sunlight filters through, casting intricate shadows on the porch floor.
A cozy front porch adorned with a wicker basket containing a lush green plant. Beside it, a white planter holds a plant with dark green, white-spotted leaves. A floral cushion on a chair and a large ceramic pot with another plant enhance the space's charm.
A cozy front porch with a variety of potted plants displayed on a rug. The foreground features dark green, black, and light green-leafed plants in woven baskets, along with a small plant with purple and white striped leaves. A railing and floral-patterned cushion are in the background.
A cozy porch with a variety of potted plants and flowers, some in hanging baskets and others on a white metal table and chair set. A rustic "Farm Fresh Eggs" sign hangs on the wall, and a lantern light fixture is mounted beside it.

Big News! My “Stop Killing Your Plants” Course is Officially LIVE! 🎉

If you’ve been following along, you know I’ve been pouring my heart and soul into creating this course. Well, the wait is over! As of yesterday, my “Stop Killing Your Plants: Houseplant Mastery Course” is officially open for enrollment!

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I can’t wait to welcome you to the course and help you on your plant-parenting journey!

A collection of potted plants sits on a white metal table against a yellow wall. Various green plants with differently shaped leaves and colors are displayed. A sign on the wall above reads "LUCY Special Ladies Stand and Deliver." A wicker chair is partially visible.

What I’m Shopping For This Week

It’s been a random week of stuff! I’m starting to look at fall decor for my home and of course, needed a few odds and ends for the garden. Here’s what I’m shopping for this week!

For the Garden

If you are getting ready for fall like I am, here are my fall garden essentials. But there are a few other odds and ends I am restocking up on before I get busy planting this week!

  • I bought a bag of slow-release fertilizer for my fall plantings in pots and houseplants. They are getting their last feed this week as I repot a few.

For My Home

  • I bought this area rug for my family room that I told you about last week for the family room. It arrived this week and looks SOOOOOO good! I can’t wait to show you how it looks. It changed the whole feel of the room.

These are the most popular products on my blog this week!

An outdoor dining area with a wooden table and wicker chairs is set on a stone patio surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers. String lights hang above, and a decorative fountain can be seen in the background, adding a cozy ambiance to the twilight scene.

What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms

It was a fun week on the blog!

The Best Fall Flowers for Pots (Plus My Favorite Stunning Planter Recipes)

Bring vibrant color to your garden with these stunning fall flowers for pots! Discover the best blooms and foliage to create unique autumnal displays.

A black planter overflowing with greenery, including ornamental cabbage, grasses, and purple, pink, and yellow fall flowers for pots, is set against a light-colored wall. Yellow flowers with green foliage are seen at the base of this beautiful container gardening design.
Fall Flowers for a Container Garden Idea

Peach-Themed Summer Table Decor Ideas for Al Fresco Dining

Create a stunning peach-themed summer table for al fresco dining with decor tips, fresh flowers, and cozy settings. Perfect for memorable summer entertaining!

An elegantly set outdoor dining table featuring a vibrant floral centerpiece, crystal glassware, peach napkins on white plates, and candles, surrounded by lush greenery. This DIY floral arranement features zinnias, snapdragons, and dahlias from the cutting garden.
Peach-Inspired Supper Club Theme

Fall Harvest Table Decorations: Festive Ideas for a Bountiful Gathering

Embrace the beauty of autumn with inspiring fall harvest table decorations. Find creative ideas to set a festive scene for your Thanksgiving feast or any fall gathering.

A rustic outdoor dining table is adorned with an elaborate, colorful floral centerpiece featuring pink, purple, and red blooms. Embracing a fall harvest table theme, it's set with woven placemats, elegant green napkins, and crystal wine glasses. A lit candle and decorative pumpkin accentuate the setup.

Ignite Your Autumn Landscape: A Guide to Colorful Fall Plants

Transform your garden into a vibrant autumn masterpiece! Discover the most colorful fall plants and design tips to ignite your landscape with seasonal beauty.

A vibrant garden in autumn, featuring a winding stone path surrounded by colorful flowers and greenery. A small, white birdhouse with a red roof hangs on a hook to the right, with a backdrop of tall trees and a partly cloudy sky.
Fall in the cottage garden with birdhoue

Small Sunroom Ideas on a Budget: 5 Ways to Maximize Your Space with Style

Looking for small sunroom ideas on a budget that doesn’t compromise on style? These 5 affordable tips will help you create a beautiful and functional space.

Decorating with plants in fall with vintage decor from the thrift store and harlequin tile floors, jute area rug, white accent chairs and throw pillows
My sunroom in fall as I bring my houseplants back indoors.

My Latest Videos

Easy Outdoor Table Decoration Ideas for Al Fresco Dining

Level up your al fresco dining experience with this inspiring video that shares a plethora of outdoor table decoration ideas! I’m sharing my best outdoor tablescape styling tips for creating a warm and welcoming ambiance for any occasion.

Discover specific themes to suit your mood, including:

  • Tropical Hawaiian luau
  • Festive seafood boil
  • Classic BBQ
  • Peach-Themed Table Decor
  • Elegant garden party
  • Cozy fall tablescapes
  • and many more unique ideas to impress your guests!

Whether you’re a seasoned entertainer or just starting out, you’ll find plenty of inspiration to transform your outdoor space into a stylish and inviting dining destination for friends and family. Watch the video!

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Amazing Inspiration from Around the Web

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    Thank you so much for following along.

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    Stacy Ling

    Stacy Ling is author of the best selling book, The Bricks 'n Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy-Care Flower Garden, and writes the blog Bricks ’n Blooms from her 1850 farmhouse located in zone 6b northern New Jersey. She is a master gardener who’s been gardening for over 25 years and enjoys sharing her passion to help beginners find their inner green thumb, as well as discover a love for all things plants and flowers. Stacy loves to bring the outdoors inside her home and decorates with a comfy, casual, and cottagecore style. Come grow stuff and create beautiful spaces with her.

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    8 Comments

    1. Stacy
      I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s just so hard. They are so much a part of our families! Your new master class sounds amazing. Congrats and thank you for sharing my leaf cheese markers.

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    2. I’m so sorry to hear about Bodie. That is so hard. They are such huge parts of our family, and they love us unconditionally. I will be praying for you and your family!

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