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The Cottage of the Week: in my own style

It’s time to grab yourself a cup of something yummy…sit back and relax for a bit and enjoy The Cottage of the Week. Starring…in my own style

A little confession before I start our wonderful tour today…I have been crushin on this blog for sometime now…it’s just a place that makes me smile…maybe because it is the definition of my favorite expression…”Cottage Fresh”   I so wanted to share this beautiful home with all of my readers (just by chance you haven’t seen it) because I knew you would adore it.  Turns out that the lovely lady of the house is just as beautiful and welcoming as her home (no surprise right : )  So first I would like you to meet Diane.

Simply put Diane loves all things creative, colorful and DIY and wow does she show it …in her own style!  Diane totally believes with a bit of ingenuity and resourcefulness anyone can create a home that they love!
Let’s start our visit!
I just don’t know where to begin…going out of order I do believe…we are going to start with the studio…this will give you a direct view into this creative mind!
 How dreamy is this?
Organization with style and color!
Then there is this fabulous Library File makeover
that is so incredible!
Diane shares the history of this beautiful piece and the step-by step makeover.  How great does this look…
Details…details…details…
I know that you all had your eye on the Queen Mum in the room…aka…the armoire  (crafting cabinet)
 You all think she is a gorgeous stately beauty all ready I am sure…but now…well you will gasp a bit on your cup of something yummy when you see what is inside!
Are you composed now?  Well when you are finished with the tour…you can go check out all of the details in this heavenly space!
There is just so much more to see…here’s a sneak peek!
You also need to see what Diane creates with these beauties!
This room is like finding buried treasure…I know you will be taking a long visit here! 
Welcome to this happy kitchen!
The little topiaries are such a perfect little touch!
Did you notice the gorgeous detailing on the rich wood floors?
The show stopper in this kitchen has to be the
sideboard and Diane even shares her technique for creating a faux marble finish.
Here’s a little close-up!
Looks like the table has been set…
and Diane has baked her yummy coffee breakers for us!
Although there are tons of wonderful elements left to see in this gorgeous kitchen…we are going to move on to the dining room now for a breath of fresh COLOR!!!
A truly dazzling room!
We are now going to the family room which has probably one of my most favorite pieces of furniture of all times in it…it is perfect in every single way including the amazing shade of turquoise…I am dizzy with excitement : )
You need a close-up and the makeover DIY!
This room holds treasures like this precious little table that Diane found in a Thrift Store and then she worked her
You can use it 4 ways!
A great place for the family to gather round the fireplace.
The Foyer is such a welcoming space. 
The mirror is amazing and has a wonderful story .
You never have to wonder about what time it is when you are in the Mudroom!
Diane shows us how to create a Grand Central Station of our own with color and pizzaz!
Now here is the show stopper that is at the top of the steps…an
I am in love…you have to check out the DIY!

Oh I have to share the little furry friends of the family and some great ideas for pet beds!
How could I not share these cuties!

 

The Master Bedroom is so soft …beautiful and perfect!
So much inspiration and I have to tell you that Diane shares the DIY’s for everything in this amazing space!
I sure would love to be staying in this cheery and friendly
 
 
Look at this incredible Giftwrap Dresser
and…

 

this breathtaking starburst mirror…
then there is this reversible…yes…reversible padded headboard!
double the goodness!
Before we leave today…I have to show you the outside…
a little slice of Jersey Heaven!
Color! Style! Fresh! Fabulous!
Hope you come and sit and swing
at this Amazing Home
and have a nice long visit with Diane…she sure has tons to show you and share with you!
If your good…she just might make you
Now that’s JERSEY Hospitality!
There is so much more to see and do at
and so much more!
Follow Diane on
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Let’s give Diane and her family a BIG Thank you for this incredible home tour! Diane is the perfect hostess don’t you think!  I know everyone will be visiting for a long time to come now…so we better warn Diane to keep the coffee breakers baking and the sangria  chilled  : )
Thank you Diane…we all had an amazing time!
Not only is she Cottage Fresh…she’s…
Jersey FRESH!!!! : )
From one Jersey Girl to another…You ROCK!
que in Bruce!
(((((HUGS)))))

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Comments

  8. Such a lovely home. I got quite a few ideas just from a quick scroll through the pics. Now I will go back and look slowly and then head over to Diane’s site.

    Thanks for sharing.

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  9. Andrea- Do you think she would adopt me? Okay-Maybe I am too old to adopt- I wonder if I could adopt her and she would take me in when I got old and feeble?;>) I am off to find her blog-xo Diana

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    • Hi sweetie! How are you! I think she is going to have a line outside her door with people waiting to be adopted and I will be right there with you! The house is perfect! Hope you enjoy your visit over there…you are going to be there for HOURS!!!! hugs…

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