"New at Chrisy's Cottage, 2016 Spring Fashions"

I've been nesting these past few days. Getting ready for my Big Sisters Gena's arrival. Every year she comes around this time and stays for a month or more.( Wisconsin is very Cold this time of year)We are very close and love to paint and decorate together.She always helps me brainstorm for something new at the Shop. This year were doing the " Junque Market pop up show. next door to Ron's Nursery on Grand Ave.Hope to see you there!!!!

Been doing a lot of painting .... This is what i'm working on now. Stayed tuned for the finished results...Hugs Chrisy

Things are hanging pretty at " Chrisy's Cottage"

My passion for soft tones will be seen as soon as you enter " Chrisy's Cottage" in the back room of " Posies" in the village. That's what you will encounter upon your arrival.  Love is in the air. It's my favorite time of year. It's when I first met my husband 43 years ago. Every year about this time, we plan a romantic adventure. Usually a road trip somewhere close, but fun!!! .........Even the coast nites can be cool. So snuggling up on the sofa with a cozy throw watching a good movie is a regular routine this time of year.......The Christmas hustle has passed, and it's kind of a relaxing time to start to gear up for Spring and everything new again....spring shipments are starting to come into the shop....Come in for a peek...and fall in Love.....

Soft lase cardigans.....

This 2 piece outfit is fabulous and soooo comfy.....

New spring wallets

and a touch of new beginnings.....Hugs Chrisy

" 2016" Ringing in the new year....

Hears to a refreshing & resourceful New Year. I've gone Natural this year. No I don't mean no make-up Lol.But have started looking at Nature more closely, since I've started Art classes again. I see all the shades in a blue sky. I see all the colors that make up a single green leaf. we truly live in a beautiful world full of beautiful things from nature to decorate our homes. I've brought in wonderful wooden bowls and utensils, Vintage linens and old baskets. I've taken to dragging home long branches from the forest, to use in future vignettes, for the shop. valentines Day is our next fun Holiday. The Season of love is approaching. So " Chrisy's Cottage" loves this romantic season. New shipments will be arriving soon. Beautiful Romantic fashions & accessories for you to make yourself feel beautiful, as nature intended. Your sure to find even more items to inspire you, when you come to explore the shop on your next visit. have a happy and loving New year!!! Hugs Chrisy

" Christmas morning At the Beach " awaiting the Kid's arrival.. We celebrated a few days later so we could all be together.....Wonderful memories.

Hoping you have a Cozy Christmas ........

Hope everyone out there is getting into the Christmas Spirit....My tree this year!!

My Kramer Angel, I put out every year now . In memory of that very special Baby.....Miss him so much

Setting up lot's of new displays, Yes, I am already thinking Garden......

New Poncho's and jewelry 

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Love these two pieces paired together...

flannel inspired poncho...

New Boho Tops

Vintage tweed retro jackets with pins....

great canvas everything totes....

Very wonderful smelling Vintage flannel Shirts...

Next pictures are of some of my decorating this year.. Hope you are able to be with loving Family and Friends. That's what it really is all about....

My sweet Grand-daughter Sarah will be home for Christmas.....She is my Mini Me....along with 9 other Family members. so we will have a full house...Can't wait.. Have a very very Merry Christmas..Hugs Chrisy

" Painting classes wth Linda Blevins......"

OK Girls , I've been spreading my wings a bit, and taking some wonderful painting classes from Linda Blevins.  You can email her for more info about up coming classes at: linda@lindablevins.com......I just love how she does it over a 4 week period of time and you start out with basic drawing and color mixing and work your way by week 3 and 4 to really applying what you have learned. her classes are in her home in Nipomo, and on nice days we paint out side.. This has been so wonderful for my soul... So if you are looking for something fun and different . Think about your inner artist and give it a try..........

smaller paintings I did, I love they have a nautical theme and I can hang them up in my house ...

This is my latest painting. I found the frame at Goodwill for $ 4.99, and replaced picture it came with  , with my artwork.....No that isn't my house. That is Lindas beautiful peacock themed tree she did for Christmas this year. She is really early because she does a Christmas party and ornament exchange. I went with my Daughter-in-law last year and it is a blast.....New shipment of Hats and Ponchos are going in the shop today.... So hope to see you soon  .....Hugs Chrisy

" Open House today at Chrisy's cottage and Posies in the Village"

" Starting to look a lot like Christmas at the Shop.. We are open until 7:00 PM tonight,for our " Open House" 20 % off all Christmas and Vintage flannel......Come in and say Hello, and have some goodies.........We Love you and want to show our appreciation.....

 Love how my " Angels and Elephants" tree turned out.....I also made the ornaments on the tree. So this Elf has been busy....

 All Vintage flannel on sale 20 % off... Super soft and smell wonderful!!!!

Vintage flannel pants & shirts also 20% off....

This Holiday Season, keep to tradition, but think about adding a little bit of your own personality, to really spice it up....embrace it!! and and make it part of your Holiday decor......Angels and Elephants , go figure? But it works for me Hugs Chrisy