Hello sweet friends! I am happy to say that I am safely back home from my travels. It feels good to stay put if even for a few weeks. It has been wickedly warm and humid here. How about you? Here's to Friday Favorites The Long Hot Summer.  Friday Favorites The Long Hot Summer I love the idea of a Coolcation. This dreamy Swedish sanctuary is a lovely little cottage with staycation touches.  28 Easy Summer Meals This collection of recipes featuring easy summer meals is ... View the Post

Hello sweet friends! I just got back from California late Wednesday night and am struggling a bit playing catch up. However, I am happily searching for recipes to celebrate Mr. Decor this weekend. Cheers for Friday Favorites Here's To Pop. Friday Favorites Here's To Pop Our dear Pony and a few of the neighborhood kids refer to Mr. Decor as Pop Gunn. He loves it. I think I'll make him this rosette as he is a real prize! Campfire Cupcakes Delicious chocolate cupcakes, buttercream ... View the Post

Hello dear friends! The gardens here at Storybook Cottage are in full bloom. We recently said Goodbye to our lovely next-door neighbors, Jim and Darlene. I still tear up when reflecting on their return move to Kentucky. They will be dearly missed. A young couple with two sweet little ones have now moved in. We greeted the family with welcoming smiles and a bouquet of flowers from the garden. Here's to Friday Favorites Springtime Magic. Friday Favorites Springtime Magic This rose covered ... View the Post

Hello sweet friends! After a week of rain, the sun is gloriously shining. The roses at Storybook Cottage have also begun to bloom. Here's to Friday Favorites Springtime Flowers. Friday Favorites Springtime Flowers This city garden in Spitalfields is so charming with its espaliered trees and lush rose blooms.  Vintage Porcelain Candles This step by step tutorial shares how to DIY candles using thrifted vintage porcelain pieces. An Easter Eggstravaganza This seasons Easter ... View the Post