" New Location insade Posies in Arroyo Grande Ca."

Entrance to "Chrisy's Cottage"I 'm so excited I can hardly contain myself. The secret is finally out. I have moved into my 2nd location inside a beautiful 5000 sq. foot shop "Posies" Located in the fabulous village hamlet of Arroyo Grande Ca. Laurie has owned this shop for over 22 years and has now taken on a partner Tamie Miller of Affairs of the Heart. This decorating duo will blow you away. this shop is awesome and they have kindly rented me their back room.I've been having so much fun setting up my new location. A BIG Thank you goes out to Gerry of Arizona Ranch and my sweet Hubbie. The were the muscle that made this set up possible.We are heading back up there on the 3rd on the 5th Dec.4-8 " Elegant Christmas in The Village " begins when Santa arrives and the shop owners dress up serving food and drinks there will be live music and lots of entertainment. Luminaries line the street... I will be there so hope to meet some new customers and friends. AUUUU The Bed.. This is a Queen size iron bed the headboard is taller then me. Sorry but the girls informed me that the spread has all ready sold. I'm bringing new bedding so stay posted. It will have a amazing new look soon!! I did my space in sections bedroom , garden and dinning area. I love the fireplace with frilly stocking hung from the mantel... " Eggplant Chaise I know I normally don't go this dark ' but it went so cute with the pillow." Of coarse I had to bring in some white....Voila!!! Close up of old black trunk I painted and decoupaged with old sheet music. I first sprayed it pink and then antiqued it and gold leafed all the brass. the inside was in a old cloth with tiny little pink rosebud flowers. You can imagine my surprise to find it when I first oped this ugly old black trunk.. a pearl in the ruff..Love love love it!!! and had so much fun doing it knowing it was going to shine in it's new home at " Posies" Romantic Fashions and accessories will be totally stocked up by the 5th of Dec. Pink trees with homemade ornaments and one of a kind crown Antique tree toppers inside urn... Will post many more pics after my next trip up and will get one of the girls and outside of shop.. Hugs Chrisy & Kramer

" Fall At The Ranch'

" The Long and Winding Road that Leads to My Door. " " Fall At The Ranch" The leaves are crunching under foot , You can hear the gurgling of the river and the Elk are coming in the yard at night for there apple tree feast. The smell of Fall is all around me. It is peeking up here on the mountain and soon the winds will blow all the beautiful leaves off there branches. Fall only lasts for but a moment but stays in my heart forever. I LOVE this time of year.... Pictures taken this morning before going to work... I really am so blessed to be living in such a beautiful place...XO Chrisy & Kramer

"Pin Cushions made from Vintage"

This is my favorite piece I embellished. I love anything Marie Antoinette. Love how the hair turned out. I've been so busy the last couple of weeks, it was fun to get working in the studio again. Antique shoe I made into pin cushion. Embellished little pins for it also... So Cute!!! This one sold , but I am going to make more...XO Chrisy & Kramer

" Escondido Show"

I know it's still warm out but I just couldn't pass up these " Fuzzy Wuzzy" jackets "So So Snugly" One of my mannequin creations transferred on to pillow. " New Tees and Jackets at Chrisy's Cottage" " One of the vignettes at Urban Barn" " Urban Barns New Fabulous Gypsy Wagon" "Escondido Street Fair" " Hubby manning the Booth..... The Escondido Street Fair was our first Calif Show. Location downtown Escondido a charming area with antique shops and cozy restaurants. We did ok. But the 3 day of misty rain kinda put a damper on it....WE are back home with more goodies for you. And I'm taking a break from unpacking to work on my blog...One of the highlights of this trip was to finally get a chance to visit Urban Barn, also located in Escondido.I've been following this group of women since before their move to their present location. I dream of someday being able to be in one of their shows. This is a fabulous shop that was also having their once a month Vender Street Faire ... I had all morning Sat. to explore this wonderful store and to meet and get a warm hug from owner Linda. All her dealers and venders were so gracious. And the talent just pours out of this amazing group of women. I came away so inspired with my bag full of fabulous finds. Urban Barn is located at: 155 W.Crest http://urbanbarn55.blogspot.com 760-743-7225.......................................................... Nov. 21st is our next show in Encinitas Calif. "At the beach "YEAH!!! If your out that way stop and see us XO Chrisy& Kramer

"Octoberfest Sale At Chrisy's Cottage"

Come see the newest colors at Chrisy's. They are the muted colors of Fall. Pale grays mauve's & plums. Easy to slip into colors. The faded blue that looks like it's been washed in the ocean a million times, and the mossy green the color of an end of summer leaf before it turns a brilliant orange and red.And my favorite Champagne pink so romantic any time of day.... Hope to see you soon as Octoberfest starts this weekend and you may enjoy our 30% off SALE!!!!! Love this soft pink Owl top... This tee has cut outs in the wings... This top XL---2XL& 3XL Yes another trip to the beach. I have some wonderful things happening out here!!!! OmGosh... Can't tell you yet... Will keep you posted as they happen Hugs Chrisy&Kramer

" Fall Projects I'm Working on"

Had so much fun making this headband this morning. I got a bunch of the straw hats at the junk store and then started embellishing from my stash.... I will be making more stay tuned:O} Starting decorating for Halloween. Inspiration " The Birds" movie " Sleeping mask I made for Breakfast Around the Clock Party at Barbs the other nite. What a blast that was. We all went in our pajamas. Loving these muted tones of gray... These my little pretties will be at the Apple Festival we are doing in Pine this week end Sept 25th and 26th . So come up for some fresh pine filled mountain air. "Loving the new Fall colors" This Hamper I found was painted very dark. Of course I had to Spay it white and embellish it. The roof tips back. Perfect for a little girls room...To hold dolls or laundry. These are darling frog boxes. Some of them have a surprise inside... Just found this hand made quilt. It was my inspiration for my fall bed display . " Look at this sweet chair , Great for a vanity . Table has carved checkers to go with it.... Every girl needs a night out once in a while... :O} XO Chrisy & Kramer