Are you ready to celebrate the long fourth of July weekend? Several of our neighbors have happily decorated their homes.Their festive spirit was contagious and a bit of a patriotic punch was added to Storybook Cottage. Here's how you can create the easiest patriot party bunting DIY. Inspiration You can always find such great ideas on Pinterest. I was inspired by antique bunting and found a few tutorials. Normally I don’t try to reinvent the wheel unless I see an idea that perhaps can be ... View the Post
Gypsy Caravans, Shepherd Huts and Tin Tabernacles
We have had several weeks of continual thunderstorms in my neck of the woods. It’s a bit frustrating as overcast skies do not make fine friends when trying to shoot design photography. But I don’t want to dwell on the lack of sun. So I thought I would share images from an article I recently found about outdoor garden rooms. Gypsy Caravans, Shepherd Huts, and Tin Tabernacles. The article included traditional greenhouse and conservatory type spaces that England is famous for. But it was a ... View the Post
Listen
Tears streamed down my face as I struggled to climb onto the metal gurney so an x-ray could be taken. Sleepless night after sleepless night due to pain. Day after day of lying in bed when I needed to be doing so much more. Through it all, for some reason, I didn’t pray for healing. Instead, I was quiet, prayed for clarity, and for once just tried to Listen. Listen Over two weeks ago I worked in the garden for six hours straight. Twisting, turning, pulling, stretching and lifting. Later ... View the Post
Sunny and Bright Bedroom
This past week I have been spending a good amount of time in bed due to a back injury. Thankfully I am on the road to recovery. The time has given me the chance to really look at my bedroom. My bedroom is currently a white box. The walls are white. The bedding is white. The only contrast is the dark wood furniture. I need a Sunny and Bright Bedroom. I wanted to add in some color and interest for the summer. So I turned to Pinterest. Sunny and Bright Bedroom I typed in ... View the Post
Refocus
Earlier this week Mr. Decor announced “I’m off on Friday. Would you like to do something together?” I immediately felt heartsick. I needed to refocus. Refocus I am a planner by nature and each week my calendar features a precarious schedule so fully packed that a shifting of events is almost impossible. But I know what is important. With work, school, a child on summer vacation 24/7 and a home that has me employed as it’s a full-time gardener, maid, and chef I could see only one area ... View the Post
A Sweet Fabric Feature From Thistlewood Farm
I received a very nice surprise yesterday. The lovely and effervescent KariAnne shared three recent projects I had created using her wonderful fabric. It was A Sweet Fabric Feature From Thistlewood Farm. She showcased my fabric banner, fabric covered clothespins, button magnets, and wee needle books. Fabric Needle Books Yesterday several of you inquired if I could provide a few more photos of the needle books. Your wish is my command. I apologize for the photo quality. It has been ... View the Post
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