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The Green Garden Studio

Locality: Leschenault

Phone: +61 429 112 074

Address: 32 Cathedral Avenue 6233 Leschenault, WA, Australia

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25.01.2022 Working on this piece with visions of fresh botanicals to complete this design! Cheers Catherine xx

25.01.2022 It's wattle time here in the South West of Western Australia & our working week has taken us into the bush down south......here's a little bright yellow fuzziness to brighten your day!! Cheers Catherine xx

25.01.2022 Taking a moment to enjoy spring in all its glory in the South West of Western Australia.... photographing one of my favourite flowering trees the stunning pink magnolia.....it makes me smile, I feel happy and everything seems right with the world just for a few brief moments!! Thank you Mother Nature your gifts are life changing!! xx A special thanks also to everyone who attended the Blooming Art Exhibition at The Bunbury Regional Art Gallery recently ....the feedback I have... received on my Botanical Jewellery piece has been overwhelming!!! I'm excited to say I've got lots more new designs to come!! Cheers Catherine xx See more

25.01.2022 My protea study is evolving into these very cute little botanical dresses with finial presentation in small shadow boxes! If you would like a closer look call in for a visit to the studio & garden....I'll be here tomorrow Saturday 5th September 10am - 2pm Cheers Catherine xx

25.01.2022 Introducing my "Succulent Sticks" another design I have been wanting to make. I'll be caring for it with a light water misting once a week and checking its progress over the next few weeks. All succulents picked from the garden and attached to a decorative binded stick using oasis cold set glueing technique. Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 Wildflowers, education, stunning views, stairs.....lots of stairs....a fantastic wander out yonder WA experience!! Bluff Knoll was absolutely fantastic and I would recommend this walk to anyone keen for a great hike!! Enjoy a few of my pics Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 Blooming Art Exhibition!!! If you love all things botanical you must check it out.....opening this Thursday afternoon at the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery. In these crazy covid times we are so fortunate to have this opportunity to enjoy Mother Nature and art combined here in the South West!! Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 Colourful tapestry sticks binded together using the tatami technique was my choice of construction for a very unique container design.....lots of hours and well worth the effort as this is now a treasured piece of botanical art to be enjoyed!! Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 Big jobs happening in the Green Garden recently great job Rangi!! Kinda sad to see these big palms go but they were getting so high & becoming very hard to maintain....I'll replant with a native ....any suggestions are very welcome! I'll be in the garden tomorrow Saturday 15th 10am - 2pm with lots of tidying up & weeding to do....pop in & say hi if you are passing! Have a lovely weekend everyone & do that special something that makes you happy!! Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 New to the Green Garden Studio display table....beautiful succulent pots establishing nicely in the warm winter sun, I'll have lots of these available for sale in a few weeks time. Work will be taking me away from the garden tomorrow, so the garden will not be open. Have a safe & happy weekend everyone! Cheers Catherine xx

24.01.2022 Succulent circlet design with all the succulents picked from the garden, made onto a round sphagnum moss base attaching the succulents using oasis cold set glueing technique....this is a design I have wanted to make, photograph & then monitor its progress over the weeks ahead caring for it with a light water misting once a week....a great little project to do especially while travelling around!! Cheers Catherine xx

23.01.2022 The view from my widow this morning.....wet, wild and windy plus a rainbow!! Not the best day to host a garden club to the garden glad to say the weather cleared a little and we had a great time wandering through the garden, I absolutely love sharing my little piece of Mother Nature with like minded people....a special thank you to the Boyanup Garden Club!! Cheers Catherine xx

23.01.2022 My little freebies proved very popular on Saturday morning .....blue aggapanthus seedlings!! Thanks to all who popped into the garden it was a lovely morning and the plant stand will be re stocked ASAP!! Cheers Catherine xx

22.01.2022 I'll be in the garden today putting the finishing touches to a new hanging installation in the undercover area..... Also the plant stand has a new assorted section of potted plants that are for sale. Call in and check it out if you are passing anytime between 10am and 2pm today, it's going to be a lovely day! Cheers Catherine x

22.01.2022 The Green Garden "plant stand " & Pumpkin the pussy cat on this beautiful Saturday morning the stand is stacked with plant goodies all for sale...sorry Pumpkin is notforsale! Assorted succulents, flax, clivia, aggipanthus, bird of paradise, baby tears, assorted philodendron, NZ rock lilly and lots more!! I'm in the garden today 10am - 2pm. Cheers Catherine xx

21.01.2022 Ephemeral art in the Goldfields of WA..... working with ironstone which is in abundance in this area! Cheers Catherine xx

21.01.2022 My potted amaryllis is in full flower this week in the green garden.....its such an awesome surprise when the bulbs pop up full of life and colour!! Have a great week everyone Cheers Catherine x

21.01.2022 Botanical handbag #7.... Tapestry sticks binded together using the tatami technique to create the handbag shape, glass tubes are secured for the water source, flowers and assorted botanicals all sorced from the garden!! This handbag is part of a personal challenge I set for myself a little while ago with sustainable floristry practices in mind, my aim was to create 10 designs that are foam free & made with product sourced/foraged sustainably & locally.....my personal choice to no longer use floral foam as a freelance florist was surprisingly easy although definitely challenging at times!! I have had to go back to the basics of well taught floristry techniques that I learnt many years ago! Sourcing & foraging locally is always the best part as I'm totally blown away by what is available!! Cheers Catherine xx

20.01.2022 The completed design....assorted succulents picked fresh from The Green Garden to compliment the colourful tapestry sticks binded together using the tatami technique. I am so happy with the outcome of this design and really enjoyed getting lost in the making!! Cheers Catherine xx

20.01.2022 Aggapanthus love them or hate them?.... I personally love them!! I'm in the front garden nice and early this morning enjoying a cuppa & checking out the first Aggie's in bloom for the season.....have a wonderful weekend everyone do something you love and enjoy, stay safe and positive!! I'll be in the garden today from 10am - 2pm pop in if you are passing....PS if anyone is chasing Aggapanthus plants I have bundles of seedlings to give away & mature plants for sale. Cheers Catherine xx

19.01.2022 Bluff knoll wildflowers WA.....Check out the colour & structure of this flower.....Mother Nature you are incredible!! Happy hump day everyone cheers Catherine x

18.01.2022 Moro our resident pussy-cat that most visitors to the garden don't get to meet.....she is extremely shy and usually hides when people are about! She was very happy cruising in the garden over the weekend while I got lots of weeding and general jobs done, I have lots of lovely potted plants on the plant stand ready for sale will post a pic this week. Cheers Catherine xx

18.01.2022 We travelled away for work and play a couple of weeks ago & this is my travel box of essentials!! We can end up in really remote areas so it's always great to have these goodies to reach for when I want to keep my hands busy....can't wait to share some of the pieces I have made!! Cheers Catherine xx

18.01.2022 Botanical Jewellery in the making......I'm so excited to be asked to exhibit in the 2020 Blooming Art Exhibition at the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery this week!! My design challenge..... I need to have a piece made by today to stage on Wednesday evening for the Thursday afternoon opening & it needs to look good until next Sunday......I've got my thinking cap on & I love a challenge!! Cheers Catherine xx

17.01.2022 I have two beautiful angels that have been hanging above my kitchen door for many years....they are in an area which is a favourite spot for my morning cuppa overlooking the fernery garden with the morning sun filtering through... the lady who painted these angels was a very talented artist with the kindest heart, a very gentle nature with a beautiful smile & a love of all things colour!! Today we farewell Rocheen..... Forever an "Art Angel" xx

17.01.2022 Work in progress......binding with wool and thread in a koru design. Im really excited to take this idea to a bigger wall hanging!! Cheers Catherine xx

17.01.2022 A little kiwiana wedding bouquet ready for its big day out & the harakeke backdrop....held up by me to give you an idea of its size!! I absolutely loved putting this all together for a very special couple!! Cheers Catherine xx

16.01.2022 Work in progress on my protea study .....this is a mini test piece incorporating flax, twine, wood & protea. I'm really excited to take this design in a multitude of different directions!! For now though I will be thinking small scale miniatures as when we are away travelling I have limited space!! Cheers Catherine xx

15.01.2022 Three months since I did this piece of ephemeral art in the Northern Goldfields of Western Australia and we have come back to see how it is going....I'm completely blown away as it hasn't moved or been damaged in any way!! If anyone would like the GPS co-ordinates let me know... you will need permission from the station manager and a four wheel drive to get there plus a satellite tracker so you don't get lost!! I'm in the garden tomorrow Saturday 12th from 10am - 2pm. Cheers Catherine xx

15.01.2022 Botanical wall hanging....flax,feather, bone, berries, bracken fern & vines....this unique piece is for sale pm me if you would like some more info!! Cheers Catherine

14.01.2022 #3 & #4 of 12.....my November challenge to make a series of 12 miniature kete.....exploring weaving techniques and designs with paper covered wire and jute with the addition of paua shell and dried bracken fern giving these little miniatures a cool kiwiana vibe!! I won't be in the garden tomorrow Saturday 28th with work commitments taking me in a different direction..... I'll be back in the garden next week Saturday the 5th of December with a studio clearance/garage sale planned ......I'll have lots of goodies for sale!! Have a great weekend everyone Cheers Catherine xx

14.01.2022 It's been a wet & wild week of weather here in the South West.....I'll be dodging the showers today with a few studio projects underway and some jobs to do in the undercover area....pop in between 10am and 2pm if you are passing. Have a great weekend everyone!! Cheers Catherine x

14.01.2022 My kind of platter....a scrumptious mixed succulent platter!! This one heading off to it's forever home to be enjoyed. Made to order ....with all the succulents picked from The Green Garden! Support local Shop local ... Sustainable design Foam free See more

13.01.2022 Bracken fern growing in the bush now dried and a little wet from the rain....its beautiful bronze colour is one of my favourite things!! No gardening for me this weekend ....I'll be back next weekend pulling weeds & checking on the succulent pots! Stay safe and well everyone Cheers Catherine xx

12.01.2022 We had a little wander out yonder recently in WA & got to tick this amazing walk off our list....Bluff Knoll in the Stirling Ranges!! We were up before sunrise and had a brilliantly clear day to enjoy the views and the stunning wildflowers!!.. I just love this Xanthorrhoea in full flower!! Cheers Catherine x

11.01.2022 One of my favourite corners in the studio!! Happy hump day everyone...make it count!! Cheers Catherine xx

11.01.2022 A little flax (harakeke) & bracken fern accessory....I like to have a stash of these goodies on hand & ready to add into my bouquets and potted plants especially when they are ordered for special occasions!! I'll be in the garden tomorrow Saturday 22nd....10am - 2pm the weather is looking a little unsettled but I've got lots of catching up to do .....I'm growing the best weeds at the moment...hehe!! Also lots of potted plants on the plant stand for sale. Have a great weekend everyone! Cheers Catherine xx

10.01.2022 Here is a little more detail on my Botanical Jewellery piece.....on display for the Blooming Art Exhibition at the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery this weekend!! So many creative and talented artists on display its definitely worth a look!! I'm going to be taking a break from the garden for the next few weeks....I've got a couple of new projects & installations coming for the garden & I need to restock the plant stand!! Catch up in the garden again soon. Cheers Catherine xx

10.01.2022 I was super happy to be asked to create a very special piece of botanical art last week & used an awesome technique I have learnt from the amazingly talented Canadian teacher Hitomi Gilliam....taspery sticks joined together in a tatami binding technique....working with lots of beautiful bright colours was a treat as my succulents were not showing much colour in the garden at this time of year!! More photos to come. Cheers Catherine xx

09.01.2022 Protea study continues....I have worked with this stunning botanical on many occasions over the years, but I have never never taken one apart!! Im just blown away by all the intricate details of each component... the colour, texture, contrast & structure .....endless design possibilities, I'm excited!! Cheers Catherine xx

08.01.2022 Protea study.....taking a closer look at this amazing botanical & all the possibilities!! I'll be in The Green Garden tomorrow Saturday 29th from 10am - 2pm....lots of goodies on the plant stand will be for sale pop in & check it out!! Cheers Catherine xx

08.01.2022 This wall hanging is off to it's forever home...... Flax, bracken fern & paua shell........I'm taking orders for December now with availability limited!! PM me if you are interested or would like more info. Cheers Catherine xx

08.01.2022 All the kiwi vibes coming out of the studio.....special requests are my absolute favourite order to do especially when I can design a few little special touches that have meaning to the recipient! Custom order "Green Bouquets " all botanicals picked from the garden and designed by me! Visitors to the garden on Saturday got to see me weaving with flax & are keen for a workshop, I'm a little behind with planning workshops this year.... I will get there eventually & will keep you posted! Cheers Catherine xx

05.01.2022 Kiwiana wedding buttonholes all ready for their big day out! Harakeke (flax) bracken fern & foraged feathers...I absolutely love bringing the kiwi vibes to a special occasion!! Cheers Catherine xx

05.01.2022 #2 of 12 - my November challenge to make a series of miniature kete....I'm checking out techniques and designs...this one constructed with covered wire and jute accessories!! Cheers Catherine xx

04.01.2022 Lovely to work with flowering protea and assorted succulents in small vase designs this weekend......a very busy Saturday with lots of lovely visitors to the garden, thank you so much for calling in! I'm always happy to chat and share my love of The Green Garden & my Studio....the plant stand was full and then it was empty so thanks for supporting small and local! Cheers Catherine xx

03.01.2022 A very productive weekend in the garden & I got to check on my latest planting of NZ flax, happy to say they have settled in nicely..... We transplanted these well established plants back in May from the back garden to the front garden so this new lot will be taking a lot more sun and wind....it will be interesting to see how they go!! I got stuck in and gave them a really good tidy up so now I have lots of leaves to get started on my wall hanging orders!! Cheers Catherine xx

03.01.2022 25 + 6 = 31! ....October challenge completed! I have made a harakeke (flax) putiputi (flower) each day throughout October & I have loved each & everyone of them!! My understanding of this incredible medium & the techniques I have explored has increased my knowledge exponentially!!.... So much to learn....I will never stop learning!! I'll be in the green garden tomorrow Saturday 7th November 10am - 2pm....I'll be stacking the plant stand with lovely new plants & weeding my v...ery neglected garden! Cheers Catherine x See more

03.01.2022 November challenge - miniatures!! Im working on a series of 12 little miniature kete for the month of November....exploring techniques with paper covered wire.....its a great project to do especially when we are travelling around on our wander out yonder in WA!! Always busy hands..... I'll be in the garden tomorrow Saturday 14th of November 10am - 2pm Cheers Catherine xx

02.01.2022 The camellias are flowering....this beautiful pink bloom snapped while we were out & about down south for work. Happy Hump Day!! Cheers Catherine xx

01.01.2022 Botanical Jewellery in the making.....I got to stage this completed piece at the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery for the Blooming Art Exhibition that opens today at 3pm.....exhibition info on previous post. Wow the Art Gallery has come alive with beautiful flowers and stunning displays....if you get the opportunity to go definitely check it out!! Cheers Catherine xx

01.01.2022 Just taking a moment.... Happy Hump Day!! We have got this stay strong, stay focused & we will all be ok!! Cheers Catherine xx