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Jun

Rachael’s Handmade Soap Giveaway WINNER!

The winner of the Rachael's Handmade Soap Giveaway is............Congratulations to The Osborne Family!! You are just going to love these soaps and scrubbies! Email me at thecottagemama[at]gmail[dot]com with your address/contact information and we'll make sure to get your prize out to you as soon as possible. Thank you to everyone who entered!Tomorrow we have a fabulous giveaway and pattern review from one of my lovely blog sponsors, Birdsong Bows!**If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of The Cottage Home blog, please email Lindsay at … continue reading

Jun

{ Matilda’s Birthday Dress – Tea For 2 Party }

In about three weeks, Miss Matilda Jane will be turning 2! I can't believe it - how did my little baby grow-up that fast? My mom has always said that every year goes by quicker and quicker and every year I believe her more and more.Matilda loves to play tea party, so there was no doubt that "Tea for 2" would be the perfect theme for her party. I still have lots of details to plan such as the food, beverages and decor, but there is one area where I am ahead of the game - The Dress! Last year I based "Matilda's Summer Garden" 1st birthday party completely around … continue reading

Jun

Playdate Outfit Sewing Kit

In exactly one week we will start the sew-along for the Carina Gardner "Playdate Outfit". I've already sewn my outfit since I will be spending this week preparing the five blog posts for next weeks sew along. Starting Monday, and each day after that, we will sew a portion of the pattern and will have all completed our outfits by Friday. If you missed the original details, click HERE to view previous post.Above is my completed look for my daughter, Savannah Rose. I also wanted to offer a sewing kit to those of you who are interested. I know it's sometimes hard … continue reading

Jun

Lemon Roasted Asparagus

Don't you just love summer? It's that yummy time of year when all of the glorious produce comes in season. I absolutely love visiting the farmers market and picking up produce from our local farmers. I recently picked up some wonderful asparagus that I wanted to serve as a side dish with a meal I was preparing. When produce is actually in season, I don't like to do too much to it in regards to flavoring and seasoning because it already tastes so good in it's pure form.Lemon Roasted Asparagus in the perfect side-dish for any meal. Serve it with some rice pilaf … continue reading

Jun

Rachaels Homemade Soap Giveaway

Have you heard of Racheal's Homemade Soap Shop? If not, you must stop what you are doing and head on over to her etsy shop to check out her delicious smelling, vegan-friendly soaps. Racheal's soaps contain no dyes and perfumes just essential oils. If you have sensitive skin, you are definitely going to want to give these soaps a try!Today Rachael is giving away three bars of her homemade soap and three hand-crocheted bath scrubbies to one lucky The Cottage Home blog reader.I was lucky enough to receive my own homemade soap from Rachael to check out and I am … continue reading

Jun

Pattern Remix: Little Apples Fat Quarter Pillowcase Dress

Jessica, from the blog, "Me Sew Crazy" invited me over to participate in her Pattern Remix Series. If you haven't gotten a chance to check it out, you must. Basically she asked a bunch of bloggers to take ready-made patterns (paper, PDF, blog tutorials, ect....) and make them their own. There has been a month of totally inspirational posts!Click HERE to check out the series! I love sewing with patterns, I think the fit you can achieve is superb, but I very rarely follow any pattern exactly. It's kind of like myself and cooking, I can't stick to a … continue reading

Jun

Sodderbug Custom Photo Charm Necklace Winner

And the winner of the Sodderbug Custom Photo Charm Necklace is........Congratulations, Shawna! Please email me - thecottagemama[at]gmail[dot]com with your address and contact information and we will get this custom order necklace order placed for you. Thank you to everyone who entered! … continue reading

Jun

Sew Along: The Details

So 345 of you voted for our first "Sew Along" pattern here on the blog, and the winner (by only 4 votes) was Carina Gardner's "Playdate Outfit"!I'm really excited to sew from this pattern because I think this outfit is very versatile and will be great for just running around outside this summer. You can choose to sew a dress, blouse, capri pants or shorts.So here are some of the details that may interest you in regards to the "Sew Along":1. Start Date: Sew Along starts Monday, June 27th, 2011. By then you should make sure that you have your pattern and whatever … continue reading

Jun

Fabric Portfolio and Notepad Holder Tutorial

So I've been meaning to post this tutorial for the last several weeks, but just haven't had the time to get it written up. I made these Fabric Portfolios for my mom and I to take to quilt market. I actually sent my mom hers for mother's day with the business cards I had printed up for her. I wanted us to have something to carry around our business cards, postcards, credentials and a notepad. These turned out to be just perfect!I designed these portfolios to fit easily inside of a purse, but big enough to hold a good amount of notes and documents. Make one of … continue reading

Jun

Sodderbug Custom Photo Necklace Giveaway

I've got a wonderful giveaway for you all today from Janelle of "Sodderbug - Beautifully Made Photo Charms and More". Janelle is giving away one custom photo charm necklace to a lucky The Cottage Home blog reader.Anytime I do a giveaway, I always prefer to have the product in my hand before offering it to you. That way I can make sure that you are going to be receiving high-quality goods every time you enter a giveaway. So Janelle was so sweet and sent me my own photo charm necklace to personally review prior to this giveaway. I just have to tell you that I … continue reading