Saturday, May 5, 2012

Cottage Touch

A sunny afternoon, spent biking in a quaint neighborhood is one of my favorite things to do.  I can't help but notice special details added to these otherwise modest homes.  I hope you find them inspiring! 
I adore the moon & star cut into the shutters above.

This home would be rather boring without the shutters and window boxes.  They elevate it to a cottage look quite easily.

I've always considered myself a handy girl and am tempted to try a simple stone column as seen above.  The bulk of the stone, coupled with the delicate fencing make for a unique look. 

OK, not the best picture by any means but I do want one of these added to the top of my garage door!  Not exactly sure if there is a name for these but it's a simple wooden structure that adds some visual interest to that boring garage front.  I bet these come in kits...hmm 

LOL! No, I don't want goats for my roof!  I came across these guys on the roof of a metal barn.  They were extremely sure footed and cute as can be.  Farm girl at heart, I couldn't resist stopping to watch and take some pics.

I built up an appetite after hours of biking so I stopped to enjoy a picnic on the lake shore.  The sun was shining and waves gently rolling over the rocks.  Nothing is more lovely or glorious than nature.  The best things in life really are free!
What is your favorite way to spend a sunny afternoon?

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