Hello sweet friends! This past week at Storybook Cottage we have had such an assortment of spring showers. It should create such a lovely spring garden. Friday Favorites Such Happiness. A Cottage In The Cotswolds A tiny cottage in Oxfordshire, England features soft colors and luscious layers. Just wait until you see the snug (living room)! Ground Covers We recently created a flagstone patio in the back garden. I've been searching for a sweet ground covering plant to fill in the ... View the Post
Camelias And Azaleas At Descanso Gardens
I recently was in California for a few work projects and had a wonderful opportunity to visit the Camelias And Azaleas At Descanso Gardens. I hope you enjoy this beautiful tour. Camelias And Azaleas At Descanso Gardens Descanso Gardens is a beautiful paradise just 20 minutes away from Los Angeles. E. Manchester Boddy purchased the land in 1937 and hired the architect to the stars, James E. Dolena, to build his dream home. Boddy was a camelia enthusiast and and often purchased from ... View the Post
Friday Favorites A Gentle January
Hello sweet friends, after a three week hiatus it is lovely to be back. I am approaching this first month of the year differently. Here's to Friday Favorites A Gentle January. I always leave my holiday decorations up through the full 12 Days of Christmas. As I sit here in my cozy kitchen all of the decor has been taken down except for the Christmas tree in the family room. This year I've decided not to rush. For the past two years I have lived my life at such a frantic pace. I no longer wish ... View the Post
Jane Austen Festival 2025
Hello, dear friends. This week kicks off the annual Jane Austen Festival in England. Over 3,500 people are expected to attend the 10-day event in Bath, England. Earlier this summer, Heritage Village Museum in Sharonville, Ohio, hosted the Jane Austen Festival 2025. This year marks the 250th birthday of Jane Austen, which makes these events all the more special. Heritage Village is a living history museum featuring several historical buildings from the 1800s that represent 19th century ... View the Post
Friday Favorites Spring Fling
Hello sweet friends, it has been softly raining off and on the past few days and the sun is sweetly peeking in from behind the clouds. It is the perfect time to dig in the garden. Here's to Friday Favorites Spring Fling. Friday Favorites Spring Fling My dearest friend Tracy arrives for a visit this weekend from California. She has the most amazing green thumb and we have plans to transform an area of my garden. I am inspired by the evolution of Sarah Raven's garden in East Sussex. A ... View the Post
Friday Favorites Keeping Cozy
Hello sweet friends, it would seem that most of us are trying to stay warm. Even my friends and family members living in Florida have sent snow photos. I ventured out on Tuesday and was happy to return to the warmth of Storybook Cottage. Here's to Friday Favorites Keeping Cozy. Jane's Jubilee I am very excited to announce that I have been selected to present at this year's Jane Austen Festival at the Heritage Village Museum. To celebrate Ms. Austen's 250 birthday a variety of classes, teas, ... View the Post
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