Pimp My Lawn... (Full Version)

All Forums >> [Casual Banter] >> Off the Grid



Message

TreasureKY -> Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:30:39 PM)

As some of the posters here know, Firm and I recently moved back to our property in Kentucky.  We are in the process of planning a rebuild of our home and complete overhaul of our lawn, and I've been keeping my eye out for interesting ideas.  We currently have two acres (with hopefully 10 - 20 more if we can get a farmer or two to give up some land) and our intention is to create a lovely setting for our new home and a harmonious environment for our eventual retirement.

While out for a drive this afternoon, Firm and I got into a discussion about lawn ornamentation which led me to begin reminiscing about all the "classics" that some little old ladies have a tendency to cram into their front and back yards.  I thought it might be fun to see how many we could name... bonus points for a picture.

Of course, the all time "classic" lawn ornament is the pink flamingo.  What well heeled retiree doesn't have one?  [:D]

[image]http://img10.imageshack.us/img10/8633/401394202.jpg[/image]

Damn.  Sorry... the photo upload didn't work   [&:]



KMsAngel -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:36:06 PM)

gnomes.



poise -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:44:18 PM)

I couldn't think of a single one, other than the 2 already mentioned.
Here is one that would definitely make a statement though.[:D]

[image]http://archindesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Garden-Ornament-With-a-Sharks-Theme.jpg[/image]



TreasureKY -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:48:27 PM)

How about this one?




[image]local://upfiles/416509/C835033108174F2BA053DE6F0EA3F3A9.jpg[/image]



poise -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:50:02 PM)

Hah! That would look cute in front of a flower bed. I like the way you think!



TreasureKY -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:57:47 PM)

This is one that Firm has never seen before, but it's an almost "must have" where I grew up...




[image]local://upfiles/416509/27D96CB7B48D4D9EA2549E1B3D89763C.jpg[/image]



kalikshama -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 6:59:35 PM)

[image]http://image.hotdog.hu/_data/members0/100/452100/images/magazink%E9pek/szomszedok_04.jpg[/image]

Full size: http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_4M27KFDTNZk/TUshP_4eQoI/AAAAAAAAAoY/UWfBtpn9CKM/s1600/lawn+gnomes+2.jpg



FirmhandKY -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:00:43 PM)

quote:

ORIGINAL: poise

I couldn't think of a single one, other than the 2 already mentioned.
Here is one that would definitely make a statement though.[:D]

[image]http://archindesigns.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/Garden-Ornament-With-a-Sharks-Theme.jpg[/image]



oooohhhh ... gotta get me one a these ....  [8D]

Firm



TreasureKY -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:03:40 PM)

Okay, kali... where did you get a photo of my grandma's yard!?  [;)]



littlewonder -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:07:40 PM)

These were popular where I grew up. Still think they are. I think my mom might even have one yet. hehe

A tire planter


[image]local://upfiles/134279/B22CD2281193442EB656C77ED75D019D.jpg[/image]



poise -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:08:17 PM)


quote:

ORIGINAL: TreasureKY

This is one that Firm has never seen before, but it's an almost "must have" where I grew up...




[image]local://upfiles/416509/27D96CB7B48D4D9EA2549E1B3D89763C.jpg[/image]


In Louisiana, it's mandatory that you have three.
One in purple, one in green, and one in gold.
Laissez les bons temps rouler!



TheBanshee -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:08:21 PM)

how 'bout this...

[image]http://www.lawnjockey.com/images/images_cav_front.gif[/image]



kalikshama -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:09:26 PM)

If I had an unlimited budget I'd recreate parts of the Dale Chihuly exhibit at Fairchild Topical Gardens.

[image]http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_yMRrGTxS25A/SC9OURrX34I/AAAAAAAAApE/a64aelRcJ8U/s320/fairchild+tropical+chihuly+red+reeds.JPG[/image]

[image]http://www.lowfares.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/363972324_ad0930589e.jpg[/image]

[image]http://yalamanchi.com/netip/fairchild1.jpg[/image]




kalikshama -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:11:22 PM)

Toilet planter:

[image]http://mapawatt.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/toilet_pot1.jpg[/image]



kalikshama -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:13:01 PM)

The dogs get into the spirit:

[image]http://lh4.ggpht.com/-_hOYDN5U46c/Tt2pWEbiGOI/AAAAAAAABks/czjlijebkrQ/christmas4.jpg[/image]



kalikshama -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:14:48 PM)

Don't forget the furniture!

[image]http://fancycribs.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/chaiselawnchair1.jpg[/image]



punisher440 -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:14:49 PM)

Never forget the ever popular lawn jockey[sorryI don't have a pic of mine] but I do have a pic of a No Trespassing sign that I've thought of pulling up.

[image]local://upfiles/1191351/B0C7EA8BA5B648E9B9C9CF0E6F4A958E.jpg[/image]



TheBanshee -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:15:22 PM)

I kinda like this one...

[image]http://japanesegardenideas.com/images/2011/10/Garden-Ornaments.jpg[/image]



TreasureKY -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:15:51 PM)

Another timeless classic....  [:D]




[image]local://upfiles/416509/9E4B098EDA384BB28398B1BDC242321C.jpg[/image]



littlewonder -> RE: Pimp My Lawn... (1/28/2012 7:15:55 PM)

bathtub planters seem to be the thing here in Baltimore.

[image]local://upfiles/134279/60BA429C91514B9EB5C396DF0DE4B175.jpg[/image]



Page: [1] 2 3 4   next >   >>

Valid CSS!




Collarchat.com © 2025
Terms of Service Privacy Policy Spam Policy
0.046875