Hello sweet friends. I hope that you are well. I have been working on several projects simultaneously. I'm laughing at my blue hands as I type this. Today is all about Sunday Smiles Majestic. The definition of majestic is" having or showing impressive beauty or dignity. Of course that reminds me of someone very special. Ballinlough Castle You have to see this charming 17th century castle in Ireland. All of the rooms feel beautifully cozy. A Cup Of Warmth Cooler weather is ... View the Post
Sewing A 1950s Patio Dress
Hello sweet friends and Happy Fashion Friday! You may have noticed that I am only posting a new outfit and video every other week. This is an effort of me trying to be kinder to myself. Sewing a complete garment, documenting the process and producing a post with accompanying video is truly a labor of love. To do it on a weekly basis required working 12+ hour days often 6 days a week. By reducing the output I now hope to create garments that are even more detailed and special. Such as Sewing A ... View the Post
Fast Front Porch Refresh For Fall
Hello sweet friends, I hope that you had a wonderful weekend. After a long and dry summer the dusty front porch at Storybook Cottage was looking tired. We are expecting a few visitors in the next few weeks so it was time for a Fast Front Porch Refresh For Fall. Fast Front Porch Refresh For Fall While the strawberry wreath was fun for the summer it now seems a bit out of season. With Sweet Guy returning to college, and its assorted fees and textbooks purchases, I am currently on ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles Take Me Away
If you took a look at my computer viewing habits it might indicate that this last week was a doozy. I've been rewatching Downton Abbey, looking at Storybook homes and saving comforting recipes. I'm ready for a peaceful, cozy fall. Here's to Sunday Smiles Take Me Away. Sunday Smiles Take Me Away If ever a cottage had my name on it this 19th century dwelling is pure charm inside and out. My front door wreath is tired and dusty. This mushroom wreath is perfect for this transitional ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles Book Love
Hello sweet friends, I hope you are well. It is finally cooling off. I can't wait for cozy weather and Sunday Smiles Book Love. Sunday Smiles Book Love This past week we moved Sweet Guy back to college. He's still living in the apartment we furnished for free last year. As we were rearranging the kitchen he mentioned that he would like a knife block. But not a boring one. This idea fits the bill! Cute Coat Rack The guys also need a coat rack. I think a trip to the thrift ... View the Post
Marianne’s Ball Gown From Sense and Sensibility
Hello dear friends, welcome to a very special Fashion Friday. This was a project three years in the making. I hope you will enjoy Marianne's Ball Gown From Sense and Sensibility. The 1995 version of Sense and Sensibility is my absolute favorite of all the adaptations. The film was directed by Ang Lee and Emma Thompson (Elinor Dashwood) wrote the screenplay. The costumes were designed by the talented Jenny Beaven and John Bright who truly did their historical research. I ... View the Post
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