Ted Kennedy Watson

Flower Friday all about the stellar hydrangea in front of both houses that were just spectacular this year. The limelights are pretty swell every year, but this year with all the Hudson Valley rain followed by hot, hot, hot it was a recipe for blooms that were gigantic. My handsome husband holding a big bundle for scale. It has been such a treat to enjoy them inside the house as well. The hope is they will dry in place and become arrangements to be enjoyed for months to come. This often happens this time of year when the flowers have started to naturally dry outside even before they are cut. Fingers crossed!

Hope you have the swellest Autumn October weekend. XX, T2

October Care Packages

October 5, 2023

The beginning of a new month means a new round of our Watson Kennedy Care Packages. The stellar and super collectible Le Jacquard Francais 2024 calendar towel is the common thread between these three assortments. The colors perfect for the new season. Each filled with treats sure to make the recipient happy, happy, happy. All sent with a handwritten note. For just about any occasion or just sent out of the blue. A personal favorite.

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October 3, 2023

A Big Platter of Clementines

October 3, 2023

We were in Rochester this weekend visiting our niece Aisling and her partner Matt. As well as their pooch Bobbie. There is a well-known grocer there called Wegmans. Many years back they were an account of mine when I had my wholesale showroom. I have always been a fan from afar and could not wait to check it out on our visit. I was blown away by how meticulous it was and the quality of everything they were carrying. I love buying bags of produce. Often it is when things are in season, so the quality is usually top notch, plus they are really good value. This bag of clementines came home with us and I could not wait to open it up and have it out for guests to enjoy on the front entry table. Nothing fancy at all, but I love the graciousness that a big platter of something offers (think apples, pomegranates, oranges, pomanders) when someone is arriving or departing from your home. A little gift!

Ted’s Tip No. 453

October 2, 2023

Time away with new scenery can be just the best tonic and make you go ahhhhhhh.

A Sunday Thought

September 30, 2023