Last week I shared the Storybook Cottage Christmas kitchen that had received inspiration from the “Little House” books written by Laura Ingalls Wilder. I was inspired to create A Little House Christmas Laura’s Patchwork Napkins. A Little House Christmas Laura’s Patchwork Napkins Each place setting had a personalized napkin. Today I will be sharing how to create the napkins which feature a disappearing nine patch design. When Mary and Laura were first learning how to quilt they learned to ... View the Post
Make Your Own Little House Inspired Pillows
From snuggling under handmade quilts to newly sewn dresses made by Ma, a needle and thread were often woven into the storyline throughout the “Little House” books written by Laura Ingalls Wilder. Here is how to Make Your Own Little House Inspired Pillows. Make Your Own Little House Inspired Pillows The pillows shown above were inspired by “Little House in the Big Woods” and are great projects for using up small scraps of fabric. The Big Woods pillow is perfect for the beginning ... 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
A Cozy Christmas Bedroom
I just love a cozy bedroom at Christmas time, don’t you? It is the perfect time to create a cozy Christmas bedroom. Today I am so happy to join the Cozy At Christmas Holiday Blog Tour hosted by Katie at Let’s Add Sprinkles. Part I of the Decor To Adore Christmas Home Tour was shared on Monday. A Cozy Christmas Bedroom Today I am continuing the Vintage Christmas Wonderland theme in the master bedroom at Storybook Cottage. The color palette is traditional green and ... View the Post
Joy Brought To Me By Tinker The Elf
Every year something happens that is so magical that my belief in the Spirit and joy of Christmas is renewed within my heart. This year that Joy Brought To Me By Tinker The Elf. (He is so named after the magical “tinkling chime sound” he makes when turned over. You can hear him in action HERE.) I found Tinker this past October at an estate sale. He sat on a table along with some other vintage Christmas treasures that I scooped up intending to transform them to put into my holiday Etsy shop. ... View the Post
Create Large Holiday Artwork for Mere Pennies
I’ve been adding some holiday decorating touches to the master bedroom at Storybook Cottage and our regular artwork just wasn’t working with the theme. I didn’t want just a blank wall. But while large holiday artwork is available it also generally has a large price tag. Then there is the issue of storing large art for 11 months of the year. So it was time for me to Create Large Holiday Artwork for Mere Pennies It’s quick, easy and inexpensive! Create Large Holiday Artwork for Mere ... View the Post
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