Thursday, May 31, 2018

Part 1 ~ For the Love of Roses ~



 Part 1
~ For the Love of Roses ~




Who else shares that joy of going for an evening stroll in the garden and breathing in the cooler evening air that seems to sooth us after a day full of activities and impressions?



A moment to reflect and meditate on the beauty that surrounds you.
A moment to forget your worries. 
A moment to inhale flowery sweetness...



One of the most beautiful blooms that stir our hearts and captures our eye time and time again are...
Roses
These sweet cupped hearts and soft pastel colored petals seems to fold their petals around our soul and spreads a radiance of joy that make our hearts sing with happiness! 


The thrill of seeing a rosebud transform into a blooming rose is a miracle in itself ! 


 The beautiful Old English Rose, Louis Odier has a warm pink that is softly shaded with lilac.
 It carries a rich perfume !  




Look how this rose bathes itself in the evening light !


Roses are beautiful to tend and they
 look pretty in a vase ~ but we also use them in our kitchen...


It's a joy to use these delicate petals 
and turn them into something delectable and even medicinal...



 ~Rose infused oil~ 



 This rose oil can be used in all sorts of medicinal concoctions after it has steeped for about two weeks.
 That results in a soothing oil that can be added to your bodylotion,
moisturizer, as a base for making your own lipbalm that nourishes and soothes chapped lips ,...





~ How to harvest roses ~

Gather the petals when the rose is fully expanded.
 Use organic roses that are untreated, 
unsprayed and good smelling !
Gather them in the late morning when the dew has dried.
Hold the petals together with the tips of your fingers and twist.




We fill a jar and pack it full with the petals ...



 Add your favorite oil , such as Almond, Jojoba or Sunflower. 


Incorporate it well.


 Let steep for about two to three weeks ,out of direct sunlight.
Sieve the oil and discard the petals.
You just made your own:

 ~Rose infused oil~





Let's take a stroll in our garden and look at some of our favorites!


 One of the most heavy scented roses is in our opinion is this elegant beauty ! 
Her name is ''Schneekoppe''



Miss Eden ... 




 Did you know that it is beneficial for your rose bushes to have lavender nearby?
 It keeps the lice away that like to invade and harm them!


  Variegata di Bologna is an exellent Old Bourbon Rose
to adorn your garden !


 Sometimes when the wind blows softly in the right direction
 it carries a note of these precious blooms !

     We hope you enjoyed looking through our garden! 
We hope to welcome you again soon 
for part 2 of the 
''For the Love for Roses'' 
Serie !



Until then,
Much love and blessings, 
 The Three Little Women 






4 comments:

  1. I so enjoyed your pictures and your womanly thoughts today.

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    1. Thank you so much for your sweet comment , Dolores !
      So blessed to hear that you enjoy our post !
      That brings alot of joy to our hearts !

      Have a blessed day !
      The Three Litlle Women

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  2. Oh my such a sweet post full of loveliness :)
    Roses are so special in looks and scent and good for the Soul.
    I enjoyed my little walk with you and the video with
    beautiful music.
    I didn't know about the lavender and Roses tip so thank you for that.
    I have tried making rosewater some time ago,but not oil.
    I will look forward to part 2.
    Stunning photos as always.

    Hope you have all had a blessed day Ladies

    love

    Fiona x

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    1. Awww, Thank you Fiona !
      It really blesses us to know that you enjoy our posts !
      We love roses alot , they add such a lovely touche to our lives ! We've always enjoyed harvesting these precious ''jewels'' !
      Rose oil is very easy to make and great for a sensitive skin type ! We hope you can give it a try !:-)

      Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a comment !

      Have a blessed day !
      The Three Little Women !

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