Sunday, February 5, 2012

SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY

I tend to get bore with things real easy; I have to live my life in the creating ‘mode’ or else, I lose interest in things. I think that’s why I'm constantly changing things around my house and finding pretty ways to organize. I love creating new and romantic vignettes that add charm and a touch of romanticism to the atmosphere of my rooms. I don't believe in having to buy new, or pricey things to make a room feel inviting and luxuriant. Sometimes all you need is a little bit of creativity; change things around, or maybe group the things you love and already have. These small decorating touches can impart a different feel to any room. And I always love the results.

I love this round table in our master room. Right now is dressed with three layers of tablecloths all in white—sheers and solids. It’s big and it looks terrific with anything I put there. This is how it looked for a while a summer or two ago.

Etiquette for linky parties usually includes:

1) Link to a recent project post, and not a link to the front page of your blog, your Etsy store or a giveaway.

2) Link back to the host’s blog via a button or text link. This is a common courtesy, and it is usually appreciated if you link back in the same blog post that you are linking up.

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If you are really a go-getter, why not leave a nice comment for the blogger hosting the party each week? It’s a bit of work to set up and manage a regular linky party, so make sure your host knows that their efforts are appreciated, and that you are not just looking for some free promo.

UPDATE ON SHOW OFF YOUR COTTAGE MONDAY:

I have spent the two last hours and half deleting links from Etsy stores, craft projects and people that just live to take advantages of others… this is a lovely community of friends who share the same interests and passions and know how to play fair. So if you are here for a purpose other than that, and are not playing nice, you are spoiling our fun and are not welcome here.

You must provide a link back to us on your site if a link is to be posted here. Failure to do this will see your post removed.

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38 comments:

  1. SarahFebruary 5, 2012 at 3:56 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting! I always love your weekly parties! I can't wait to see all of the fabulous projects! Stop by for a visit sometime! - Sarah www.dumpedanddiscovered.com

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  2. FABBY'S LIVINGFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Oh Cielito, I always love your romantic, full of lace and roses photos, they're amazing, it evokes cottage, country living in Europe, but early 1900's! Thank you for hosting your great party. Happy Valentine's and have a lovely week.
    FABBY

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  3. eleven-o-oneFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    I just recently started following your blog. Love your peaceful photos. Thanks so much for hosting...
    Fran

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  4. chateau chicFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Your photos are always so lovely. Love the way you layer to get such a romantic style.
    Thanks again for hosting this party, Mary Alice

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Your pictures are always so beautiful Cielo!!Inspires me to be more purposeful in creating beauty!
    Thanks for the party

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  6. ANNEFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Lovely roses! Thank you for hosting.

    xox

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  7. UnknownFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    Thank you for hosting each week. I always find inspirations in the links and of course your own posts!

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  8. NanaDianaFebruary 5, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Well, Ceilo, It is gorgeous, as always. Love the box wrapped in white with the tulle bow! Very pretty. Soon you will be able to open the windows and feel the Spring breezes blow some more sweetness into your rooms. xo Diana

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  9. KathyFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Hello Cielo,
    I am guilty of changing things often. I always fall in love with the look I create, but begin to be anxious for the new season to introduce new colors and changes to mantels, bookcases, dresser and tabletops. It is fun to play house!
    Thank you for hosting,
    Kathy

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Beautiful photos! Thanks for hosting.

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  11. Maureen WyattFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:28 PM

    I always find inspiration in you photos. ~ Maureen

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  12. LindaFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    Hi Cielo,
    It is such a nice treat for everyone to come to your party! Thanks so much for hosting. I really enjoy it.
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  13. CindyFebruary 5, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    I enjoyed your photos so much, and those roses were gorgeous! It's nice to hear thoughts about using the things we have instead of feeling like you have to buy something new to make things special.

    Cindy

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  14. UnknownFebruary 5, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    Thanks for hosting the linky party. I love your photos. The one with the chair at the window is my favorite, but they are all fabulous.

    Hope your week is wonderful

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 5, 2012 at 6:24 PM

    Hi Most Beautiful One! Oh, what a pretty vignette you've set up. You really have the touch of romanitcism, is that a word? Well, you have it! :)Thanks for hosting you r party.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  16. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageFebruary 5, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Such pretty laces! Thanks for hosting, Cielo! Have a great week!

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  17. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorFebruary 5, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    Love how you layered the lacey tablecloths! and the roses and the lace create a lovely feeling of romance in your bedroom! Thanks for the inspiration and hosting the party tonight.~Poppy

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  18. highheeledlifeFebruary 5, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    Hi there .. thank you so much for hosting such a wonderful party! Your photos are simply breath taking and your blog is gorgeous. I'm new to your blog ... new follower and also joining your party for the first time. xo HHL

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  19. Little Miss MaggieFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:14 PM

    I have just discovered your blog. It is truly amazing. Thank you for hosting this link party. I feel privileged to be in attendance.

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  20. AngieFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    Thanks again for hosting!! Love all the cottage inspirations here! Happy Monday!
    ~Angie

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  21. Heirloom treasuresFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:55 PM

    Dearest Cielo,how romantic. The chair by the window is lovely,as is everything else.
    xx jeanetteann

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  22. bjFebruary 5, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    Everything is always pretty at your cottage in the roses.....:)
    Thank you for hosting, dear one.
    xo bj

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  23. Anita DiazFebruary 5, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    Love, love, love all the pretty lace and roses. EVerything is always so warm and cozy!! Thanks for hosting!

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  24. A Cozy Cottage in the CityFebruary 5, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Hi Cielo,

    I too tend to get really bored with things around my home, so I do end up changing things a bit...even the paint! lol Love all the pretty & romantic lace & roses around your home - so beautiful! Thanks for hosting such a lovely link party!


    XO's,
    Jessie

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  25. Fresh Vanilla For CFebruary 5, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Hi Cielo~~ Thanks for hosting such a lovely link party. All linked up:)
    xo~Cheryl

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  26. SuzFebruary 6, 2012 at 1:59 AM

    This is a beautiful post. Love your photos that you take around your home. Always enjoy visiting your blog.

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  27. Brenda ~ The Heminger FarmhouseFebruary 6, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    Gorgeous roses! I'm thrilled to be joining the party!

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  28. Elegant EconomiesFebruary 6, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    Thank you for taking the time and effort to host such a lovely party! Your photos are beautiful and soft and dreamy.

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  29. South Bay StudioFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:16 AM

    All gorgeous pictures, as usual, so dreamy. Thanks for hosting, I appreciate it. Kathi

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  30. THE VERANDA HOUSEFebruary 6, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    TODO BELLO BELLO SOBRE TODO CIERTOS CARINITOS QUE VEO POR AI AMIGUITA SE QUE LOS APRECIAS YA ME PONDRE BEN PARA HACERTE UN NUEVO CARINITO, DEBERIAMOS DE ANDAR DE LA MANO QUERIDA CIELO PUES SOMOS ROMANTICAS INCURABLES ,LASTIMA QUE TODAVIA NO APRENDO NADA MAS DE COMPUTADORA SI NO TE DIRIA VAMOS A HACER UN PARY DE VALENINES ES MI FECHA FAVORITA..AUNQUE TU Y YO VIVIMOS SAN VALENTIN TODO EL ANO, GRACIAS POR TANTA BELLEZA ROMANTICA MI QUERIDA CIELO..FELIZ SEMANA,ESTARE PENSANDO EN TI....HABRAZOS Y BENDICIONES

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  31. Lady of the WoodsFebruary 6, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    It all looks so yummy. I'm finding that I love the new look, with moving things around too. I realized recently I just happen to have already the things I wanted, it was just a matter of proper display, and playing with my moods and light. blessings, Lady

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  32. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRFebruary 6, 2012 at 5:46 PM

    Cielo, I always love this great party! Thanks so much for being such a gracious hostess!

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  33. KarenFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:45 PM

    So many great posts to check out. And YOURS is gorgeous!
    Beautiful blog!!
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  34. UnknownFebruary 6, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Thanks for hosting!

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  35. ScribblerFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Thank you so much for hosting this party each week. Your home is so beautiful, and it is such a pleasure to visit your blog! I am sorry some people made you angry -- agreed, it is not very polite.

    ETS

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  36. Rose :: FineCraftGuild.comFebruary 7, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Thank you for your lovely linky party each week. it is the one I actually look forward to visiting, as, if nothing else, I get to see these pretty pictures on your blog and with the music and all, I feel like I am paying you personally a visit...

    Have a lovely week!
    Rose

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  37. Tablescapes By DianeFebruary 8, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    I love coming over to see your Beautiful photos. Thank so much for hosting your party.
    XXOO Diane

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  38. AnonymousJune 9, 2012 at 7:08 AM

    hI Cielo,I'm still reading back through your lovely blog and wanted to ask how you dry out your Roses,I love the dried Rose arrangemments you make tied with ribbon,do you just leave them to stand in a vase? many thanks juliex

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