What is Take 5 you ask…well it is a collection of 5 things that I think you will all enjoy! It can be themed…random…food…crafts…home decor and everything in between. Hopefully you will love them enough to take 5 minutes out of your busy day… relax and enjoy! Gardener’s ALERT…Today’s post is all about
 Do you know what I mean by Cottage Fresh? Well it’s kind of like the fragrance of the air after a gentle rain fall…it has the sweetness of a puppy kiss and the brightness of a morning sun. What better way to start the new week than with some FRESH ideas to bring some of this magic into our homes!
When you are looking for crisp…fresh and fun ideas…you can NEVER go wrong by taking a visit over to
 It is filled goodness!
Just look at this fabulous space…a perfect shade of blue coupled with an accent wall of scrumptious blooms…simple gray & white stripes…a pop of complimentary blue & white polka dots…an assortment of fun accessories and brilliant white furniture…you feel revived and ready to face a wonderful day! A perfect blend…don’t you think!
 A visit over to
 Decor8
is a sure fire way to experience a world of decor wonder!
If you want FRESH…here it is…brilliant white…and strong pops of blue…green and yellow…you feel as though all that is perfect outside has just invited itself into your kitchen for a cup of coffee!
 Over at
you will find tons of inspiration for cool spin on the cottage decor style. In this room…light colors make up the room along with light wood floors…little pops of industrial flair with the lighting and a touch of warmth with an accent rug. The over all feel of the room is light…airy and welcoming!
has a wealth of great ideas to brighten up your rooms. Here is a bathroom that brings smiles with basically 2 colors…a great blue and white…the green is complimentary from Mother Nature. All I know is if you walk into this space in a bad mood…it won’t last long.
is another cool place to visit…can’t you just feel a bay breeze coming through the windows here! Taking 2 colors that were born to be together in perfect harmony (powder blue and creamy yellow)…add a bit of white and fun patterns and accents…well you have a magical room! Who wouldn’t feel happy here!
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