Welcome to the family room of Storybook Cottage. It is adjacent to the kitchen and the theme of Christmas at Little House on the Prairie/Little House in the Big Woods (written by Laura Ingalls Wilder) has been continued in this space. Here is the Little House Christmas Tree and Decor. Little House Christmas Tree and Decor The tree is tucked behind the couch. A wonderful surprise awaits those who seek a closer look. Left to right we have, on the top of the sled, Laura and Grace, then ... View the Post
Archives for December 2016
Love in a Little House A Log Cabin Tablecloth
I think most of us would agree that a good portion of love is served up in our kitchens. Earlier this week I shared my “Little House” inspired kitchen here at Storybook Cottage. You, my dear readers, LOVED the tablecloth. So here is how to make Love in a Little House A Log Cabin Tablecloth. Love in a Little House A Log Cabin Tablecloth I started out with 2 3/8 yards of Andover Fabrics red floral print (A-7948-R) from the Little House on the Prairie Prairie Flowers fabric line. I ... View the Post
Little House Christmas Laura’s Gingerbread Log Cabin
Happy greetings dear friends! Has your holiday baking gotten underway? As part of the Little House Christmas series today I am sharing the Little House Christmas Laura’s Gingerbread Log Cabin. Little House Christmas Laura’s Gingerbread Log Cabin If you are looking for perfection, you won’t find it in this post. This is all about hands of all ages having fun. Gingerbread Log Cabin Pattern There are a few schools of thought on making gingerbread houses. The most time-consuming ... View the Post
A Little House Christmas Red Mitten Garland
It’s such a festive and busy time of the year! Have you had time for any holiday crafts? Here is a cute and easy craft to create A Little House Christmas Red Mitten Garland. A Little House Christmas Red Mitten Garland This is the super easy red mitten garland I made for our family room tree as well as a larger version created for the backs of the kitchen chairs that you saw on the Christmas Kitchen Tour. I was inspired to create this project after finding this ginormous ... View the Post
A Little House Christmas Kitchen
Welcome to the Storybook Cottage A Little House Christmas Kitchen. It has been transformed this holiday season with rustic touches inspired by “Little House in the Big Woods” by Laura Ingalls Wilder. A Little House Christmas Kitchen Our kitchen is a simple farmhouse style featuring white cabinets and an eat-in area. One wall contains a small shelf that holds the daily aprons. For this season I’ve selected simple styles in red and white. All these vintage beauties were once worn by ... View the Post
Blessed Are The Peacemakers
As the year draws to a close I can’t help but take a glance back. It was not exactly a peaceful year for our nation or even our world. But how thankful I am to those who are the peacemakers. Those who keep the peace and aid others selflessly. Blessed Are The Peacemakers Blessed Are The Peacemakers Earlier this year I spied this vintage Santa at an estate sale. He instantly reminded me of someone I knew. Can you see the resemblance? This is my brother Craig. He is an amazing ... View the Post