a friend and her cottage...

My VERY sweet and VERY talented friend Shannon from Fox Hollow Cottage
 asked if I'd share some Christmas decor on her blog today.
Since I'm about 99.9% sure you guys are done seeing my holiday decor, and 

I know how much you all love pretty house tours, great diys, 

before and afters, and cool thrifting finds, I thought I'd treat you to all that and more

by giving you a peek into Shannon's blog...

There is so much inspiration I'm not sure where to begin...

how about her feature in FOLK magazine this month?!!

(If you're not familiar with it, it is a hip American country lifestyle magazine.) 

You can see her creative diy they featured here.

I remember first finding her blog a year ago at Christmas when I saw this. 

It wasn't just a pretty styled vignette...

it was a diy for vintage sheet music garland with mica glitter!! 

My comment on her blog:  Beautiful arrangement. That's making me think mine is a little too simple!

I had only been blogging a couple months, and I clearly remember thinking I was in

over my head with this kind of talent!  

While you're there don't miss out on her Cottage Tour here,

it includes the amazing renovation of this lovely challenge, and... 

...the coordinating dining room!

Here's a tiny peek at the new kitchen! 

I've only shown you a smidgen, 

you'll love her blog, home and inspiration!

But even more ~ her sweet, genuine ways and cheerful attitude are an absolute delight!

Stop by to visit Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage

HERE!