We love the artistic genius expressed in jewelry making. Especially the use and re-purposing of ordinary items to create new and interesting pieces of wearable art. Over the years we’ve carried the work of various artists at the Cottage, and the most recent of them is a collection of cross pendants made from antique nails, […]
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! […]
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 […]
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… […]
Adorning ourselves with jewelry is as old as mankind, with every variety of style, method and material. In ancient times jewelry production was spread across all of Mesopotamia – from Assyria to the Babylonian cities of Nineveh, Ur and Sumer. Materials not common to the area; jasper, onyx, lapis lazuli, sardonyx, agate and silver, were imported […]
We’re having a special 15% off sale as part of Small Business Saturday. Join us Nov 26 at 10 am for refreshments, crowd-free browsing, gorgeous Holiday decor, one-of-a-kind gifts and festive seasonal inspiration!
Any season can be celebrated with a wreath, all it takes is a frame, some fill and a little creativity. You can use so many varieties of mediums for the basic form: wire, straw, styrofoam. If you know someone who has grapevines, the long vines can be fashioned into a circle when green and allowed to […]
Three beautiful little blouses, each with lovely details. A wonderful fur stole and matching hat for the dressy occasion, or a chic black short jacket with feathered sleeves easy to pair with a classic skirt or with jeans for fun! These three dresses […]
Roses and Rust is a favorite shopping event twice a year. This Fall Market was no exception! I just had to bring back some of the beautiful items other vendors brought to the show. This winged-back chair, which came home with me, has transformed a corner at the Cottage. This romantic chair’s flaw adds charm […]
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) […]