Good October Morning, Friends!
I hope you are all doing well on this brisk Saturday morning.
Well, brisk in my neck of the woods, anyway.
Today, we welcome a new month.
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Yes, I know I'm a bit behind, but it's been a busy two weeks.
I'm finally getting a chance to catch my breath.
So far, I witnessed the Northern Lights in my own backyard.
An extraordinary sight that I never thought I would see so close to home.
To say it was spectacular doesn't really do it justice.
Then, not really ready to let go of summer, we picked up and spent some time at the ocean.
It was a gloriously warm day that reminded me why I love my island so much.
And a Christmas shop...in the same afternoon.
In perfect harmony.
I was so taken with that idea, that I even took a short video.
Which got me thinking that there wasn't any real reason why I couldn't open my King Of Christmas box to see what treasure was hiding inside.
And {maybe} decorate a little.
Of course, that means my cottage is a tiny bit confused at the moment, with the living room partially dressed for Christmas.
Oh well, I guess that kind of mess is what happens when you live with a creative person. At least it's a beautiful mess. 😉
Speaking of beautiful, let's talk about these giveaways.
They come to us today, compliments of my friend and longtime reader, Terri. Years ago, I made rooster curtains and Terri was inspired to make her own.
Well, she no longer has a place for them so she sent them to me asking if I would like them or consider giving them away, since she herself won one of my giveaways years ago and remembers how fun it was to win.
Isn't that the loveliest thing you've ever heard?
So today, I have TWO giveaways and you can enter both.
The first is for 2 stunning handmade rooster valances, trimmed with a darling chicken wire fabric...there were 3 but I'm keeping one as a table runner!
The two for the giveaway each measure about 15" wide and 62" long.
You can enter here:
The second giveaway is for the fabric that she generously sent along, too.
It's a gorgeous array of rooster patterns and coordinating prints in different sizes. Enough for pillow covers, napkins, placemats, an apron...or to cover some glass cabinets.
Whatever your creativity commands.
You can enter here:
The giveaways will close at 2pm EST, Friday, October 18th and I'll email the winners.
Good luck!
As for me, I'm hoping to spend the rest of October crafting, decorating and baking for fall.
And maybe, occasionally wander past the arched doors into the living room to listen to Christmas music and hang out with Santa.
I mean if the Christmas shoppe can lean into both holidays at once, why can't I?
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Would you?
*Before you go, I'd like to take a moment, among all this merriment, to send my thoughts and prayers out to all those affected by the hurricanes.
I have family and friends in those areas. The firsthand stories and photos are just devastating and the heartbreak is truly overwhelming. So I'm sharing some information for those who'd like to help, but aren't sure how...♡
Be well, friends.
Could you share information about the calendar you often show in your posts? I love the art work so much. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteHi Sue! Thanks for asking! Isn't it beautiful? I was a gift from my friend Kris at Junk Chic Cottage. Here is a link to the 2025 calendar and the artist's Etsy shop.
DeleteI also added it under the photo of the calendar. https://rstyle.me/+IPAlA2XwZXReS3xWKhuoPA
I love your house and your color pallett. I love colors in my home too. So many homes follow a neutral color scheme these days and I guess if that's what you like , but not me. My home is filled with color and way to many wreaths on the outside, inside on doors I even have wreaths I made on the bannister going upstairs. My living room and dining room are a beautiful gold my kitchen is maroon. I have pillows and wicker baskets aii over under furniture, filled with blankets and pillows for easy access on a cold football night. I could sure use those curtains in my kitchen, the color scheme would be perfect. Happy Fall my favorite season.
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How sweet you are for offering giveaways! Hope you're having a good weekend.
ReplyDeleteWhy not decorate for both fall and Christmas??? In my tiny apartment, there is no room for a china cabinet (though I AM on tge lookout for just the top part to put my 32" tv on, using the bottom for my new collection of glassware...) but ample cabinet space, so removed the doors from the cabinets over the sink and fridge. Above the fridge, my red, green, and crystal glass pieces keep company with the rest of the open living area all decorated in glorious fall colors! Would definitely decorate a room in Christmas if I had one available! ...maybe the bathroom?? Lol!
ReplyDeleteAnd Christmas music is good all year!
Such a sweet giveaway. The photo of the Northern lights is truly beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteLike you life has been EXTREMELY BUSY (sometimes not in a good way). It has been awhile since I read my blogs, but I'm SO glad I decided to take the time tonight. Your already decorating for Christmas has helped me make a BIG decision. I am having knee replacement Nov. 8 (just had sinus surgery Sept. along with a LOT of other hectic things going on!!!), and I have been trying to decide whether to go ahead and decorate at least to some degree before my surgery! My husband loves Christmas decorations so he's all in, but I was hesitant. THANK YOU THANK YOU for helping me to get this decision checked off my LONG TO DO LIST!!! At least I will know one other person who's singing Jingle Bells before Thanksgiving:) And thanks too for the Giveaways...I love roosters and have some decorating my kitchen. In fact, our little town is known for our chickens that roam the streets...even the middle of downtown!
ReplyDeleteLove that darling vintage-looking Santa on the mantle!
ReplyDeleteYou've been having a good time in the first days of October. I saw the Northern lights too, but not really bright. You make me laugh with yoru comments of Fall in one room, Christmas in the next. But it's all good! And just think how ahead you'll be when it's time to decorate for Christmas.
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing the giveaways. I didn't enter because I don't sew and the curtains wouldn't fit in my windows, but so sweet!
Hi, the Northern Lights have been amazing all summer and now again in autumn. We have enjoyed seeing them too. What a gift in the night sky!
ReplyDeleteWe enjoyed our pumpkin carving party yesterday, I hope to blog about it soon.
Love, Carla