Cliffs and Cottage Gardens

Tom and I often walk our beagle along coastal roads, searching for quaint cottages and stopping for lobster rolls. Today I found our dream home. A little cape cod style cottage on some rocky cliffs that jut out into the Atlantic. The ocean sparkles with sunshine and the seaside gardens are in full bloom. Summertime flowers are everywhere. When I'm designing a new pattern or writing a blog post, I keep a small vase of blooms on my desk for inspiration. Fresh flowers perk up any room.

Tea and Stitching

When I want to ease into my mornings, I choose a hot cuppa tea, quiet prayer and gentle stitching. Today, the windows are wide open. I did a bit of cleaning. There's a cool breeze coming off the ocean. Since my home is small, tidying up is easy. The only thing I long for is hardwood floors. Maybe someday. I'll probably never give up my love of real wood floors and French chandeliers.

The Neighborhood Is Blooming

I should be stitching my new pattern. Instead, I'm outside meandering around parks and sitting on cut grass in the warm sun. The neighborhood is blooming with lilacs. Spring is beautiful here. I hope you're enjoying your little corner of the world too!

Happy Spring!
xx ~ Jilly 

Beautiful Blooms