French beadwork pieces

French beading technique of the early 1900’s is famous for its intricate patters made with small glass beads and thin wire. This method was used to produce flowers to display singly or in bouquets, specially in winter when live flowers were unavailable. There was also a custom of creating elaborate beaded wreaths for special occasions, […]

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If you love Silver and turquoise…

We’ve gathered from many sources a beautiful array of silver and turquoise accessories sure to satisfy your love for this beautiful combination of materials…made primarily in the Southwest, these distinctive pieces are the sort of treasures handed down through generations, full of artistic expression and history. Here’s a look at some of what we have […]

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Pillow talk?

On rainy days we love to curl up with a good book or to watch a movie if we have the time right? And what’s more comforting than our favorite spot… all soft, warm and inviting us to sink in and relax? That’s when we realize our favorite pillows are the icing on the cake! […]

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Rain makes for Rusty stuff

So, with all the rain we have had, there’s reason to worry that things might get rusty…unless of course, we love that rusty, beautifully rustic look! At the Cottage we’ve got an unbelievable assortment of rusty stuff, big and small, suitable for inside or outdoor decor. We especially love the garden stakes in every shape […]

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April showers bring May flowers

With the recent showers and beautiful weather coming, it’s time to start getting our gardens started, preparing the soil and putting in plants…and we have just the thing for you to add color and variety! We have a wide variety of Annie’s Annuals plants, which are specifically suited to our area, drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, etc.

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Easter eggcitement

We love Easter, with its egg hunts and colorful hidden treasures… children’s baskets brimming with goodies and the joy of getting together with friends and family. We have some beautiful, wistful and just plain fun examples of eggs to punctuate your Easter holiday decor! Fancy Eggs…                   […]

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Busts and bronzes we love

In the early 19th century plaster figure making and bronze sculpture were pretty much two separate enterprises. Italian artists sold inexpensive plaster figures as itinerant tradesmen, but as time went on, some of them became specialists in making molds for sculptures. Plaster figures were used to decorate both grand country homes and more ordinary homes. They […]

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