Decorating with windows, doors and shutters

These screen doors flanking a window with a salvaged architectural piece on top make a colorful and eye-catching vignette. And because they are not permanently afixed can be re-arranged for countless different display options. (below left) Another lovely arrangement using tall skinny windows and shutters. (below right)                   […]

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Preparing for a wonderful holiday season

The season we all love is here again. The air is crisp, the autumn skies and leaves are ablaze with color, and we begin looking forward to our favorite Holidays. We may start planning get-togethers with friends and family, special meals and fun decorations…   Always a holiday favorite, scented candles have as special way of making […]

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Trick or Treat… Antique Halloween Decorations!

Weather is cooling, there’s a crispness in the early morning air, we think Fall must be on its way! And with Fall come all the holidays and festivals that give us an opportunity to bring out and display all the cherished decorations we’ve collected.                 At the Cottage we’ve started with […]

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Feathered and furry finds

Although it is by some considered more of a “man cave” decor style, using beautifully-mounted taxidermy has become more popular in today’s interior design circles… Here is a sample of some of the options we have to offer that will add drama and interest to your decor project.               […]

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Everything’s coming up roses!

Immortalized in Shakespeare’s words; “A rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.” We love roses so much we have devoted a room to rose art and decor!  The flower that represents the romantic side of us has symbolic meaning in many religions and kingdoms. Did you know the rose was adopted as the […]

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