We are so delighted to be unpacking and displaying all the wonderful things we shipped from France! The enameled red French kitchen set came from Luberon, in Provence. I also have 6 more pots and pans with the same checkered pattern. This zinc window surround is one of my favorite finds during our tour. It […]
Antique crosses, especially those fashioned as crucifixes, are common throughout Europe, most notably in Roman Catholic countries. Whether they are made of stone, wood or metal they have a varied history, as well as special names wherever they are found. Named for their purpose, placement or their specific function, each has a history, rich and […]
For the more adventurous, here’s how we’ve used old sinks, tubs and other bathroom elements to spice up a garden area. It’s a different and fun way to incorporate items perhaps beyond their conventional use if they are chipped or rusty. Used as planters or water features, they’re sure to add whimsy and interest!
Big signs, little signs, fancy or simple, they can be the smallest element to complete a theme or be the centerpiece of a decorative installation… feast your eyes on some of the great stuff we’ve got at the Cottage!
A cupola is typically a small dome on a drum on top of a larger dome, adorning a roof or ceiling, though there are as many variations of cupolas as there are roofs! Check out some of the great examples of these lovely pieces of salvage architectural pieces we have at the Cottage! […]
Here’s some of the beautiful things we saw in Provence… We shipped a load of goodies and we’re expecting them soon, but this enamelware set was so pretty it had to come home with me!
To honor all the wonderful moms in our lives, all the women who inspire and nurture us, we invite you to come out to the Cottage and create some quality time with your special guest! Have some cider, or a cup of tea, relax in the garden… come see the wonderful blooms in all shapes, sizes and […]
What’s more fun than finding a great piece of furniture and incorporating into our home’s decor? An old-fashioned wood cook-stove, or a timeless dresser can be the piece that spurs a new look or theme to update the home’s look and feel. Perhaps a re-purposed item, […]
White, the color of purity… we go to great lengths to keep linens and towels as white as can be. White is also associated with trust, as in nurse uniforms and bandages… It is also a cool, crisp, elegant color, a la James Bond in a white tux. “She has skin like alabaster, or porcelain,” descriptive words used […]
There is something magical about the art of stained glass. There is such a joy in the varied colors and styles of treating the glass. Who hasn’t been stilled by the grandeur of large pieces such as found in old cathedrals, or amused and delighted by a small simple Craftsman-style window. At the Cottage, we’ve collected […]