It's not easy being green.

Green flower brooches are a rare occurrence. I don't know why--maybe because there are not that many green flowers in the world {the tie-dyed carnations at Harris Teeter don't count.} Anyway, when I came across this little beauty at First Friday a few months ago, I shelled out the $10 to call it mine. I am 90% sure it was not originally green, simply painted over. The effect was still worth it, though, and the elusive green flower brooch is no more. {I happened to also received a beautiful all-green flower from my Sister-In-Law this year that will be  profiled shortly.}

Jade love.

This antique gold daisy has a beautiful green {jade?} center. It is in perfect vintage condition and one of my new favorites. A special gift from my sister-in-law, Amanda, for Christmas this year. It's perfect and I love having it in my collection.

Coro Blue.

Coro signed Blue enamel flower pin. Bought a few months ago from a lovely booth at Design Archives Emporium. The scripted version of the signature found on the pin itself originated in 1919 and the company closed their doors in 1979, so it is Circa somewhere in between. This is a great little website with more info. I just love the sapphire blue and the simple beauty.

New Year. New Job. New Flowers.

This new (to me) flower was a Christmas gift from my dear friend, Nancy. It is a beautiful vintage golden rose. Signed by Giovanni. A quick google search revealed it is actually named "The Legend of the Christmas Rose" after a Biblical story of a young girl who had no gift for the baby Jesus until a Christmas rose appeared for her. The rose itself grows in the middle of winter. 

Pin is in perfect condition. Giovanni by Longcraft Circa: 1966.