Today is Bragging Monday at Etsy Cottage Style. So here is my "Show and Tell".

I made this flower arrangement for my bedroom. It is made from a special collection of flowers that I brought with me from my old apartment in Pennsylvania to my new living space here at my daughter's. The room was lovely already, but I wanted to bring in the feeling of a lush English garden. I am pleased that it looks so real. Because the walls of the room were a peachy orange shade it was a paticular challenge to bring in the colors I love and still have a serene atmosphere. I believe I succeeded. I would send you all bouquets if I could! (clicking on the photo will give you a larger view)

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French Bear Give-Away

It looks like Chrismas over at the French Bear.









Margaret Bouwmeester is playing Mrs. Santa. Go for a vist and leave a comment to be entered in her drawing Friday. She makes wonderful items that make you feel like like a kid again. Hurry because everyone is signing up!

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Autumn is Coming!

Autumn has always been my favorite time of year. I am so energized by the change in weather, the glowing colorful leaves, and the wonderful fresh smell that is uniquely Fall. To celebrate this emotional high I always enjoy from late August until Thanksgiving I have created this card. It will be available for purchase in my Etsy Shop
Autumn always fills my heart with a song. How about you?

(This is an original surface design created in photoshop 4 using all digital resources.)

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It is all about PINK!

Debbie at Marionberry Cottage has created some of the loveliest cottage style accesories one could imagine. While she has designed items in many different color palettes I am showing you two of my favorite pieces which are decidedly PINK!



This talented woman also creates blog banners and is responsible for founding the social networking community of Etsy Cottage Style.

If you would like to get to know Debbie and discover more of this talented woman's exciting inventory of goodies you can also visit her at All In My Cottage.

Tell her I said Hi!

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Big Buy One Get One Free Print Sale!

This week is a big week at my Etsy Shop.

Drop in and take a look at all the prints that are on sale. This is a great time to get matching prints. For example you can purchase Big Fish and get the matching print Small Fish Free! Or start your collection of topiary prints. Instructions for getting your free print is explained in the policies section.

I will be adding new prints all week (there are 21 prints in the shop now). This is a great time to shop if you are thinking about spicing up your decor or want to buy gifts early for the coming holidays.





These are two of the Puppy Love cards I recently introduced into the shop at Etsy. My daughter's two little Malteese dogs have provided all the inspiration I could ever need. They are so much fun. Now I can share some of this fun with you and you can pass it on to those you care about.

Have a great week and come back soon!

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