There's a little tiny cottage hiding in my garden.
Where tea times and magic live.
Always welcoming us in.
There's mini pies made by me.
And portals into wonderland.
At least, that's what I believe.
On cold days it's extra cozy.
In ways I can not even convey.
All the curious bevy of characters live there.
Halloween, storybook, fairy tale.
Whoever they may be, they hide out in there all day.
Don't cry Humpty, you'll get some treats too.
When I go in there my heart swoons.
It smells like heaven for some reason, I don't know why.
There is a scent and a feeling that makes my heart skip a beat.
It is tiny but has tall ceilings that beckon you to sing.
I like to snuggle in a little corner with a sweet treat every afternoon.
I forget where I am, where this is.
Tucked away, hidden in a tiny cottage somewhere.
I put my mice on a fluffy tree I stole from Mombie years ago.
As my little guardian sits by the very old peeling paint door.
Watching and waiting, ready to save me from danger 🙂
I bought that door many moons ago from a woman who salvaged it from a big old farmhouse being torn down in Texas.
I've painted it twice, needs some more.
Over the years I've stuffed the place with things I love and cherish.
If it makes me happy, it can live here.
It's so pretty during the holidays, when I hang extra sparkly things.
Mirrors everywhere for light and magic I say.
Mirrors are my favorite accessories, they add such depth and brightness.
And of course, we always need fairy lights.
Always always.
I'm just getting ready for today's tea and treats.
Pop on in.
Put on your fairy wings and transport.
Here we go.
Grab a tiny book and a little quilt.
It's cozy as can be.
A place for a grown girl to dream.
Nothing more, nothing less.
Just a little place to hide and play.
No better time to enjoy your childhood than now and today.
I enjoy it more now than I did then.
That's the real gift isn't it?
My tiny pie is waiting for me.
Hope you're doing lovely.
I'll be back really soon!
Promise promise.
Love, Vanessa
ps: There are ever so many fun holidays cards in the shop.
New ones too, never before seen!
Pop on in if you fancy a peek xoxo
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How beautifully divine – I think I shall stay awhile. It’s just what I need. Hope you are well darling girl xxx
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your pictures are always so magical and make me so happy* Love that tea cup. I love sparkly lights every where also and that door is just perfect the way it is. Enjoy your sweet treat
deezie
Cozy indeed! We all need spots that give us great joy just entering. This is clearly one!
The tiny cottage feels like a magical place to be especially during winter time.
Oh, this just made me feel like I’ve taken a trip to wonderland. There has been so much sadness lately. Thank you for that sweet place to visit.
Everything about your cottage is magical! I just about fainted when I saw your book ” Aventures of Perrine”. That was my favorite book in my parents’ bookcase growing up. When my mother passed that was the first book I kept from her collection.
A cup of tea and a tiny pie, such treasures that make our heart sing.
Mini pies and portals into wonderland, I too believe! I’ve been baking little tarts, drinking tea out of fancy cups, and letting our pet mice run through the dollhouse. Magic is not hard to find this time of year.
Sending you Happy December Birthday wishes Vanessa! I hope this year brings you plenty of magic and joy!
Its always a treat to visit your special tiny cottage with all its charm!
Your adorable mice will add additional cheer and whimsy to this special tiny hideaway of yours!!!
My eldest and I adventured for some antiquing and thrifting in Chandler on my day! Found some lovely holiday ornaments and a Christmas tree pin and a few other things! Was a Good Birthday! Cheers to December babies! <3<3<3
I just love your tiny cottage in the desert woods! Fairy lights always and always! 🙂 Big boy guarding you from “danger”! :):):) xo Jen