Monday, April 16, 2012

Living in a STORYBOOK world.....


Enjoying every minute of it!

It doesn't seem like it changes very much, but....as I revisit the pictures, I realize it changes daily, doesn't it?

So.....what is new? 

More greenery added on both sides.  I don't think you have too much greenery, it just makes the little cottage come alive. 
The overhang/awning is from a Starbucks cup wrap, recognize it?  Very cool...at least I think so.
First painted it white then aged it.

I aged everything today...seems to be my new thing. 

 Dunking my finger in brown paint, then rubbing it across the window casings, door trim, window boxes, awning....look out, if it's standing still it will get aged! 

Went to a street faire in Pacific Grove this weekend....that's the town next door to Carmel and found a couple of sweet little "littles".

  Is this little lantern the sweetest thing ever?
  And, the watering can...out of sight in this picture....let's hope there is a shot in the up coming pictures.  lol

Wreath....well, that's metal and from my Scrapbook stash. 
 It got the paint finger treatment with a few different colors. 
 Happy Dance. 


Just more green!





Didn't get much done on the inside.... made the little walkway/library area (sorry it's so blurry), but I'll do better pictures when we get there. 

Books, books and more books...concentrated on making a few more to make me think I've actually accomplished something.   



All the white seems to wash out the picture...certainly can't be me?   lol


Oh, there's the watering can.... once again must apologize...I didn't get a good shot of it. 
So many "littles" to try and photo shoot. 
Pretty cute, huh?   What you can see.


I'm going to start working on the inside next....must get the library finished, so I might finish the backside of the roof.

OH MY.... still so much to do.

We still don't know what the inside is going to be.... any IDEAS?

Have a lovely evening my friends.....

I'm open for any suggestions.  

xoso
Sandy









38 comments:

  1. Such a cute cottage you have created, I am looking forward to seeing what you do with the inside.

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    1. Margaret... thank you so much for stopping by for a visit. And, for your lovely and kind words.
      I've got so much more to do, but am loving the process this time around.
      Be well my friend.
      Don't be a stranger... love company.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  2. Wow! Your cottage is straight out of a fairy tale, Sandy! I love all of the wonderful details you have added, looks like you've spent alot of time on it!!

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    1. Donna...you're so sweet! It's certainly time consuming, that's for sure.... But, a labor of love. Mini's have been in my life for years...seems like forever... but, they come in and out as I my mood changes. Seems I'm in over my head this go round. Such fun.
      Hope all is well with your new RV...
      Have a lovely week.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  3. You are moving at lightning speed! I can see your excitement. It's looking so adorable. I love all the details you are putting on there. And I already love the library. Super awesome work! :)
    hugs
    Caroline

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    1. Thanks.... From our cottage making GURU! It's nose to the grind stone when I'm making something that takes my mind to another place. I'm in cottage mode now.... eating, sleeping and drinking Storybook. I'm thinking of changing the inside from white to a golden theme. The shabby chic white look doesn't seem to fit now. Maybe more of an old world flair. As we agreed, they have a mind of their own. I was heading in the direction you are going with your latest...maybe that will have to wait for the next little cottage to emerge.
      Have a fun day playing.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  4. Oh gosh, your cottage is getting soooo pretty. I agree you can't have too many greenery!! The lantern is a total cutie, love your door handle too! and your library section is awesome, I love every little detail. The starbucks awning is a fantastic idea, you are one smart cookie ;) Thank you so much for your sweet comment!! Well, I heard you. If it's standig still it will get aged.....so I better get moving. LOL!!!
    Have a wonderful day sweetie.

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    1. I'm so happy with how it's turning out... just can't figure out the inside. It's taking another direction than I'd planned.Was going in the Shabby chic direction, but the golden color on the outside ISN'T shabby. So, I must think more. It's so funny how these little houses have minds of their own. Tip: You can age with ink pads or ink if you don't want to use paint...I'd forgotten that tip. Duh...
      Thanks for all the kind words.. you're a sweetie. Can't wait to see what you do next.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  5. WOW!! It's looking fantstic Sandy!! I love everything,It feels so magical!!
    The little library area is gorgeous!!
    Hugs
    Vicky xxx

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    1. THANKS for making me feel so good... love hearing nice things from friends.
      I'll keep plugging along, who knows what it's going to look like next. lol
      Have a great day.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  6. Just love how its coming along. I have this distressing ink that i use on everything these days too..
    have a great day!
    xo
    vivian

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    1. Gotta be distressed! I forgot that my friend said she used ink too.... gees, where is my mind? Thanks for reminding me. lol
      Have a good one.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  7. Your cottage is getting more and more beautiful. I love the awning idea fantastic. The little lamp and watering can are cute. I love the little library.
    Hugs Maria

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    1. Maria... I get so much energy from such thoughtful comments....thanks for stopping by and perusing.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  8. What a fantastic cottage and I love the thatched roof. I have been thinking about doing a witchy project and might go for a thatched cottage now ;).

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    1. Diane, Thanks for stopping by and visiting. This project is so darn fun, I just can't get enough. I found Caroline of Shop Cinderella Moments...and my journey was taken a new direction...COTTAGES! You must make one..you'll love it.
      I'm your newest follower!
      Have a fun filled mini kinda day.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  9. Your cottage looks like an illustration in story book. Gorgeous!
    Hugs

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    1. Oh, you are soooo kind. I try! THANK YOU THANK YOU for such lovely words and comment. I appreciate it so much, makes my heart sing.
      Have a wonderful week.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  10. Oh I love your lantern and your books are beautiful - have you made them? Loved the aged look and the colouring of the cottage. The cottage is looking lovely can't wait to see what you do inside :) Never heard of distressing ink!

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    1. Thank you so much for the lovely comment. Yep, I made the books...just cute and glue cardboard together, then cover with wallpaper or pictures that I cut from magazines that I like the colors. Also, I use little words from the backs of magazines to create a titles, just glue them to the sides of the little books. Easy peasy. Distressing ink is in the scrapbook section of the craft store... comes in pad form or in bottles. Hope this helps.
      Have a wonderful evening.
      xoso Sandy

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  11. Estas haciendo un precioso trabajo, parece la foto de una ilustracion de cuento, enhorabuena.
    Me encantan todos los precioso detalles.
    besitos ascension

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    1. How sweet of you to comment such lovley things about my little cottage. It's so much fun to create... I'm having the best time ever.
      Thanks for taking the time to visit me...so appreciated.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  12. Hi sandy,
    You're moving along so fast. When i look at the cottage only one word pops to imind: Enchanting. I just love it!
    You are doing a wonderful job.
    Big hugs,
    Giac

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    1. Giac...
      Good Morning my friend. You always have the nicest things to say..I so appreciate every word and you stopping by for a visit. Enchanting...love that! Just exactly what I'm trying to create...and Enchanting little cottage. Still need a bit more greenery around the front door...then maybe I can move inside. Got my color scheme all figured out...whew...that took some work, but I think it will be the FEEL of enchantment.
      Have a lovely day.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  13. Hello!
    I think your cottage is just the cutest little thing ever! Those little books are just adorable, well done!!

    I also wanted to let you know that I have given your blog the "Liebster Blog Award"! You can go to the following link on my blog and check out all of the info.

    http://plumperfect.blogspot.com/2012/04/liebster-blog-award.html

    I hope your day is very blessed!
    (hugs)
    Aledia

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  14. Your cottage reminds me of the cottages of Carmel! It is just sweet and I love the little lantern. Adorable!

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    1. Thanks for stopping by with such sweet comments!
      Have a lovely day.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  15. Wow! You're MAKING THIS FROM SCRATCH??!?!?!! This is amazing! You're putting a plain ol' Barbie house to shame! This will be so much more special for everyone to appreciate for years and generations to come! Oh, my goodness! Such detail!!! I'm visiting from Aledia at Plum Perfect's blog.

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    1. Hello.... and thanks for popping over for a visit....and, such kind words. So appreciated!
      Have a lovely day!
      xoso
      Sandy

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  16. Hi Sandy! Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such a nice comment! You´ve created such an "enchanted" cottage. For my imagination (okay...that´s not really much!) I see the Sleeping Beauty in a four-poster-bed in it ...surrounded by shelfs full of books as you´ve already started with the books :-))))) But I am sure you will find something gorgeous to fill this wonderful house with!
    Hugs, Sandra

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    1. Sandra... What a cute idea...Sleeping Beauty, brilliant! I just decided today what the room is going to be. Worked some on it yesterday and today, tomorrow I hope to post new pics so you'll see what I came up with..surprise, surprise. lol I think it's pretty cute!
      Glad you came by.
      See ya soon.
      xoso
      Sandy

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    1. Thanks Lucy for stopping by for a visit...hope to see you again.
      Have a lovely weekend.
      xoso
      Sandy

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  18. Hi Sandy! I just found your blog this morning.:D
    I love this little cottage. So sweet! Your attention to detail is wonderful. I'll be learning from you!
    I really like the stucco and stones and roof that you made here. Very nice!
    Blessings,
    Kathi

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  19. Hi Kathi...
    I'll go out and find you next. Thanks for stopping by and giving such lovely input and kind words...always appreciated.
    It's coming along...still more to do...always more to do. lol Working on the inside, hopefully SOON I'll have pictures to share.
    Have a lovely Sunday!
    xoso
    Sandy

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  20. Oh this is quaint - I love it - you are clever
    what a lovely creation - beautiful
    Can't wait to see what you do on the inside
    Thank you for visiting my blog

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    1. Thanks so much for stopping by and visiting....And for such lovely words.
      Have a great week.
      xoso
      Sandy

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