Earlier this week the Fashionista and I had a mini fashion shoot with Sweet Guy. Afterwards, while still in our pink gingham mother/daughter dresses we had to run a few errands. People stopped, stared, squealed and shared stories about their love of pink. But mainly they mostly smiled. Particularly the employees at Starbucks when we ordered pink drinks via the drive through. While waiting I turned to my daughter and said, "This is the number one reason why your Ma dresses in vintage style. It ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles 106
My plans this past week were to completely redo two flower beds. That, laughingly, did NOT happen. Our heat index has been in the 115 degree Fahrenheit range. There's more of the same to come this week. It doesn't even cool down at night. The shutters at Storybook Cottage have been shut up tight to keep the heat out and the A/C in. It makes for rather gloomy rooms. So, I've been dreaming of cooler climates and color palates. Here's to Sunday Smiles 106. Sunday Smiles 106 The BEFORE and ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles 105
Hello sweet friends! I hope you have all had a wonderful week. We have been assisting the Fashionista into setting in to her new apartment, as well as working in the garden and on home repairs. I've decided that like the Europeans I am in need of a month off. It won't be a vacation, more like catching up. I will check in here and there as well as every weekend to share lovely things I encounter. So let's kick it off with Sunday Smiles 105. Sunday Smiles 105 You may have seen the lovely ... View the Post
White Lace and Linen Flags
Hello sweet friends! ! Welcome to the June edition of the Pinterest Challenge. This monthly event is hosted by the fabulous Cindy of County Road 407. If you are coming over from DIY Beautify let me say, “Welcome to Storybook Cottage”. I was so inspired by Cindy's vintage dish and flag décor. Today’s post here on DTA features White Lace and Linen Flags. Patriotic Pizzazz This month the challenge was to create a patriotic inspired post. As I retired military wife I didn't need to be ... View the Post
A Summer Garden Themed Giveaway
Hello sweet friends, Happy Fashion Friday. It has been a terrifically hot week here at Storybook Cottage. If you've been following my Instagram stories you know that after three long months of waiting (due to a brick shortage) the brick wall that was destroyed in a recent tornado was finally rebuilt! I thought a celebration was in order. Here's A Summer Garden Themed Giveaway. UPDATE: All names were put into the Wheel of Names. Congratulations to Deborah of Fairfield House winner of the pink ... View the Post
A Patriotic Pennant From Fabric Scraps
Hello sweet friends. Recently, my leftover fabric from previous projects has begun to overflow the baskets that I have to hold it. When this happens I know that it's time to create some scrap busting projects. Today's post features A Patriotic Pennant From Fabric Scraps. Supplies The great thing about this project is that it is quick, easy and very low cost. You will need: Scrap fabric Scissors Twine, ribbon or bias tape Pennant Pattern You may also need sewing pins, a ... View the Post
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