Wednesday, January 7, 2009

An Evening Glow & A New Look

With the cold and dampness that the Winter months bring, there is nothing better than being snuggled up under a warm blanket at home. Having a few lights on in the evening casts a wonderful soft glow in the room. Little table vignettes seem softer - as if all in harmony together with their colors blending ever-so-softly together.
The muted colors of a favorite old oil painting are even softer under the amber glow of the light.
Dried hydrangeas made their way from the Christmas tree to a little silver tray that is layered on old books.

Now I just need to put in a movie and get me a tasty warm drink.
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The New Year also brings a NEW LOOK to my blog! For quite some time now I have had a certain design in my head and AMBER pulled it all together for me. Thank you, Amber, for being such a pleasure to work with. You saw my vision and made it all happen so perfectly!!!!


Stay tuned, dear friends, as I will be having a little giveaway in a few weeks to celebrate YOU and the New Year!





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50 comments:

  1. Old Centennial FarmhouseJanuary 7, 2009 at 8:57 AM

    I noticed your new header and I really liked it! Amber's awesome, she did my header, too! Loved your pictures of your little tablescapes!

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  2. Rose of SharonJanuary 7, 2009 at 8:58 AM

    Just wanted to stop by and say hello and happy new year! As per usual, your decorating is just gorgeous!

    Hugs, Sharon

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  3. DebJanuary 7, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    Hi Becky
    Wishing you, Doogs & Socks a Very Happy New Year.
    I love the new look on your blog and the gorgeous scalloped blog header pic!

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  4. The Rantings of a Drama Queen's MumJanuary 7, 2009 at 9:17 AM

    Hi. Cute blog. I love hydrangeas too.

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  5. BettyJanuary 7, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    I love your new blog look. I love anything with polka dots!! It is cold and foggy here too. I've been looking at all the snow on blogs and I can't believe what wimps we are here in central Cal.

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  6. lorhen82January 7, 2009 at 9:32 AM

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  7. lorhen82January 7, 2009 at 9:33 AM

    This post makes me want to leave work and go home to snuggle up with a good book!

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  8. Bella DellaJanuary 7, 2009 at 9:50 AM

    I LOVE the new look. Beautiful!

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  9. Rosie's WhimsyJanuary 7, 2009 at 10:30 AM

    Very nice! I like all the new looks :-)

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  10. the wild raspberryJanuary 7, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    your new blog look is wonderful...i love the little scotty "buttons".

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  11. TanyaJanuary 7, 2009 at 11:16 AM

    Perfect oil painting! I'm on the lookout for some of these.

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  12. BrendaJanuary 7, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Becky Love the new look it is just darling.
    Brenda

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  13. Kim @ Home Is Where The Heart IsJanuary 7, 2009 at 11:37 AM

    Love your new header...very sweet!

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  14. LindaJanuary 7, 2009 at 11:41 AM

    I love the new header and all the pretty new features on your blog. Sweet vignettes...you have a magicial touch...hugs, Linda

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  15. Pam @ FripperyJanuary 7, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Too gorgeous! Looks like a lovely spot to while away the cold days of January. Pam

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  16. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2009 at 12:49 PM

    I *love* your new look. Very clean, crisp and charming.

    If it wasn't for our dodgy Aussie dollar (only worth about 60c of yours), I'd be getting some Amber magic too!

    Kate xxx

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  17. SueJanuary 7, 2009 at 2:02 PM

    Don't you just love dried hydrangeas...

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  18. Auntie sezzzzzz...January 7, 2009 at 3:04 PM

    Your photos beautifully show the warm look of having just a few lights on, in the evening. I so love this sort of ambiance, in a room.

    Oh my yes~ :-)

    Aunt Amelia
    "The snow that began in the evening, and steadily all the night..."

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  19. Pink SlippersJanuary 7, 2009 at 3:51 PM

    Your blog is really darling. And I can't wait for the give-away. How fun! Love the little spots of warmth and coziness you shared.
    Wendy

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  20. Miss JeanJanuary 7, 2009 at 5:13 PM

    Love, love, love the new format! I've been looking into jazzing mine up some, also. Out with the old, in with the new. The new year brings a promise of fresh, new hopes and dreams. Kiss Mr. Doogs for me!

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  21. JeanJanuary 7, 2009 at 5:52 PM

    I love your blog's new look and I love the new photo of you. As Jennifer(The old painted cottage) said about you when she featured your home as cottage of the month, You are the Queen of vignettes. You always have the neatest little
    displays.
    Have a wonderful evening
    Jean in Virginia

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  22. RebeccaJanuary 7, 2009 at 5:53 PM

    Love the new look Becky!
    Love your photos!

    Huggles,
    Rebecca

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  23. TeaJanuary 7, 2009 at 6:20 PM

    Just lovely! And those old books with the dried hydrangeas..........
    I`m glad I found your blog :)

    tea
    xo

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  24. ElyseJanuary 7, 2009 at 6:33 PM

    hi becky!

    your blog makeover looks wonderful! how fun.

    love the cozy pics (now i want a yummy drink)!

    xo

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  25. TraceyJanuary 7, 2009 at 6:48 PM

    I am LOVING your new blog look!!!
    Tracey

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  26. DeniseJanuary 7, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    Beautiful ! just beautiful ! You had a great vision .......

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  27. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2009 at 8:34 PM

    Becky the new look is fabulous and your picture is adorable!! Wishing you and your family a blessed new year.

    Hugs,
    LeAnn:)

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  28. LoriJanuary 7, 2009 at 9:11 PM

    Happy New Year, Becky!

    I love the new page, it's so sweet..

    Lori
    SimpleShutter

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  29. LalleeJanuary 8, 2009 at 4:27 AM

    I like your glow and I'll say it again....I love your new blog look. Amber did a terrific job of capturing Sweet Dreams Cottage!

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  30. LalleeJanuary 8, 2009 at 4:28 AM

    Me again ;-) Make that Sweet Cottage Dreams. Hey, I'm on my first morning coffee. I'm dangerous until the caffeine kicks in.

    Hugs,
    Lallee

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  31. Simply ShelleyJanuary 8, 2009 at 4:42 AM

    Hi Becky,I love the new look,it's suits you just right......very sweet header!

    Blessings,Shelley

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  32. Kathleen GraceJanuary 8, 2009 at 5:03 AM

    I LOVE the new header and blog look! It is so you Becky:>) Cheerful and bright and sweet. I am just now getting my Christmas decorations put away and rearranging things.

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  33. ThimbleannaJanuary 8, 2009 at 8:41 AM

    Love, Love, LOVE the new look -- it's AWESOME!

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  34. JanetJanuary 8, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    Love the new look Becky; very you!

    Janet

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  35. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageJanuary 8, 2009 at 10:23 AM

    I love your new look to your blog! Sweet and cheerful! My last post mirrors yours and is about the new year, new beginnings and January! It's a good time for being "home"! Have a beautiful day!

    Hugs,
    Maryjane

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  36. LauraJanuary 8, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    What a warm, cozy blog you have! First time here for me, I found you through Heather B. (painted chic). Love the ambiance of your tablescapes and LOVE that oil painting, just gorgeous :>

    Cheers & Happy New Year!
    Laura

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  37. ROSE VINE COTTAGEJanuary 8, 2009 at 1:44 PM

    Your new design looks so pretty and cottagy and the soft glow of the lights is just perfect(;
    Hugs~Kelly

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  38. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2009 at 2:40 PM

    Love the banner!

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  39. Cynthia's Cottage DesignJanuary 8, 2009 at 4:05 PM

    Hi Becky!

    *GASP*!! Your blog looks FAB-U-LOUS sweetie!! oh I just aodre it, everything looks gorgeous on it too! and oh my, your vignettes look stunning too!

    I hope you are having a wonderful start to 2009!

    Hugs, Cynthia

    ps: Now I want a little Scottie dog :) how adorable! They would fit perfect in that COTM!! How pretty!!

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  40. Mary HumphreyJanuary 8, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    Beautiful! I have some reading and looking to do here!

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  41. GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 8, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    Your new banner is very nice and I enjoy little looks into your home and love to see pics of your "boy"!
    Have a great weekend.

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  42. UnknownJanuary 9, 2009 at 4:38 AM

    I like your new look and love your vignettes........so beautiful!

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  43. Sugarplum CottageJanuary 9, 2009 at 6:54 AM

    Haven't visited in awhile, everything as usual is beautiful. Hope you have a blessed and happy new year. Hugs, Rosemarie

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  44. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Becky, I love your new header to. How cute is that??? You have a really pretty home and I love how you put things together. You go girl..love Kathy Sue

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  45. Linda SummerfieldJanuary 9, 2009 at 7:33 AM

    You have truly set a wonderful mood here!
    Linda

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  46. SueLovesCherriesJanuary 9, 2009 at 7:35 AM

    Becky, that's a perfect header for a perfect blogger! (as I drool over the cherries and reds!)

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  47. UnknownJanuary 9, 2009 at 9:14 AM

    Right on! I love it! It totally fits.

    ~Liz

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  48. FourSistersInACottageJanuary 9, 2009 at 12:31 PM

    Hey Becky!!!!
    Love you and I was THRILLED to see all your black stuff, it has INSPIRED ME to put all my stuff out and I can't wait to get to it and show pictures (it won't be as neat as yours)
    I am a "new follower"....
    Love ya, Amy (Mom to the Four Sisters)

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  49. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Hi Becky,
    We wanted to wish you a Happy New Year. Love your adorable banner. Haven't checked in for awhile and love all your new things. You really know how to decorate!! Hugs, Karen & Jeanne

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  50. GranthamLynnJanuary 12, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    Oh can I come live with you? I live your virtual tours. Lovely photo's in the next post too.
    Enjoy your sweet cottage and thanks for sharing!
    Blessings,
    Sherry

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