Spring is in the air! The daffodils and hyacinths have begun to bloom at Storybook Cottage. While there is also a ton of yard debris left over from the recent storms I am choosing to focus on this beauty that lasts for just a moment. I loved reading about Arabella Lennox-Boyd's magical garden. It has taken her 40 years, YES FORTY YEARS, to create it. This is a true Saturday Smiles A Garden Of Hope. Saturday Smiles A Garden Of Hope It's good to have hope. My pantry hopes to look like this ... View the Post
When Your House Has a Mid Life Crisis
Any day now I imagine that a new red sports car will show up in my driveaway. This is to be expected When Your House Has a Mid Life Crisis. When Your House Has a Mid Life Crisis Storybook Cottage is approaching 40 and she is not taking it well. Until recently, she's been pacified with a few nips and tucks suplimented with fillers. But now she is beginning to demand a full on facelift and total body makeover. Back in December she became steamed and busted a hot water pipe. Three days ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles All That Glitters
Welcome to Saturday Smiles All That Glitters! Do you ever get paralyzed in your decorating? Sometimes we need good, basic ideas to jump-start our creativity such as what to put under a cloche. Saturday Smiles All That Glitters I think I see the beginning of a gold garland trend. I first read THIS... Then two days later I perused this party. I'm turning a golden birthday this year. I think that deserves a crown. And vintage pink party dresses. Plus this cake. You can see how this ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles A Small World
I adored this darling interpretation of a room inspired by a Disney favorite. So many things this week made me think about how today we can now reach one another so easily. This resulted in Saturday Smiles A Small World. Saturday Smiles A Small World It was SO wonderful to see posts written this past week that didn't focus just on the sweetheart aspect of Valentine's Day. This gorgeous event truly could work for bridal and baby showers or just a sweet gathering of ... View the Post
A Victorian Tea In 10 Minutes
Do you fear entertaining because you think it is too much work? Here is A Victorian Tea In 10 Minutes. A Victorian Tea In 10 Minutes I recently received a phone call from a dear friend who wanted to stop by. We hadn't seen each other in ages and I welcomed the opportunity to visit. I quickly put together a pretty Victorian inspired table using thrift store and estate sales finds. Here is how you can do it too. Disclaimer: I keep ironed tablecloths hanging in a coat closet and pressed ... View the Post
Saturday Smiles Heart Warmers
Hello dear friends! Are you preparing special gifts or meals for those you love? I found so much wonderful inspiration to share with you via Saturday Smiles Heart Warmers. This gorgeous kitchen by Courtney is just one of them. Saturday Smiles Heart Warmers It's been a bit chilly in my neck of the woods this week. I can't help but think about warmer weather. An embellished straw tote is just the thing to keep one's eye on the prize. Do you know about Ann Voskamp's monthly calendars? ... View the Post
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