Hello Katie
"I used to wish I knew the spell to step through the glass into Katie's world, which was so beautiful."
~Anne Shirley
And so this then, is "Katie's world". My world, just sweetened.
I hope you enjoy your time here at ButtonWillow Cottage. I also hope that you understand my desire for ButtonWillow to be a quiet place, and that is why it is without comments. While I would love to spend oodles of time getting to know all of you, there are always far too many things to be done around the cottage for that sort of luxury! But, I did want to make sure to say hello and welcome plus give you a place to introduce yourself if you would like, so feel free to post a comment here, I do check the comments and appreciate you saying hello. It's so nice to see a friendly face strolling 'round the grounds. And, to let you know that I sincerely thank you for visiting ButtonWillow and do so hope that you enjoy each and every thing you find here.
ButtonWillow Cottage is a place of my daydreams and I hope it is the same for you. I'm pleased if you enjoy the ButtonWillow Chronicles as much as I do. It has been such a nice place to create and I hope that it will continue to bring a smile to your hearts while at the same time provide a quiet place of rest, dreams, and creativity for myself. Visit as often as you would like, just like the seasons, things will constantly be changing around here. Do make sure to always have a thorough walk about the grounds. The gate is always open at ButtonWillow Cottage.
Just be careful not to trample on anyone from the small dwellings!
(They can be so hard to see at times!)
Warmly,
Lauren
Mistress--ButtonWillow Cottage
I am loving the Autumn look! What a simply wonderful space you have here! <3
Posted by: Jodi | September 27, 2010 at 02:44 PM
What a beautiful and peaceful spot on the web! Thank you so much for having such a respite of beauty on the web!
Posted by: Maranda @ Evoke Images | September 10, 2010 at 06:03 PM
Just stopping in once again to express my sincere gratitude for your serene little space on the web.
It is so beautiful, and brings me so much joy!
Thank you!
Posted by: Becky | August 28, 2010 at 11:39 PM
Dear Lauren,
Just discovered your Guestbook and wanted to let you know that I LOVE the images that you post here, as well as your playlists. I often have your blog up in a tab in my browser just to listen to the music.
Hugs!
Posted by: Holly Knott | August 06, 2010 at 02:41 PM
Dear Lauren,
How lovely to find a post here today! And what a precious one it is... A letter from the "Peter Rabbit Lady". :-)
With hopes that your Summer is proceeding happily...
And as always...
With...
Gentle hugs,
'Aunt Amelia'
Posted by: 'Aunt Amelia' | August 03, 2010 at 08:36 AM
Hello,
Your blog is like a breath of fresh spring air.
It makes you feel young at heart!
Wonderful work!
Bless you.
And since you like mice here is a link to my doll store with lots of mice characters in it.
Here is the link
http://www.etsy.com/shop/dollsandbunnies
I am sure you will enjoy looking at them!
Regards,
Ella
Posted by: Ella | July 04, 2010 at 02:56 AM
Hi Lauren.
I'm happy your back to blogging more frequently. I missed your posts.
Posted by: Shell | July 02, 2010 at 04:35 PM
I have been visiting here for a while and just wanted to tell you what a comfort it is for me. Right now my life is unsettled; my family and I do not have our own little cottage at this time, and coming here and reading your posts and seeing all the pictures and quotes, helps me so much.
Hope you can visit me too, at lintoncottage.blogspot.com
Blessings,
Robin
Posted by: Robin | June 28, 2010 at 06:40 AM
It's so lovely to be able to stop by, to find new and gentle moments, and to know you are well.
I'm so happy you're back and I'm so happy to share in it.
May you continue to thrive,
Kate
Posted by: Kathy in Utah | June 15, 2010 at 05:34 PM
Hello, what a wonderous place to be. I forget everything and get lost in your stories and pictures! Thank for sharing such beatifull thoughts and loving things. I adored it and now I know how to find, I'll be pleased to come back for more sharing lovelyness. I hope I wrote everything well, because I'm not an Englisch woman you see. I wish you much wonderfull years of enjoying all the things you love. Gr.Ria
Posted by: Ria | May 26, 2010 at 06:30 AM
O.. Wonderful post...the one about the immigrants I mean,there are a lot of them in our part of the garden too..the more the merrier. Have a happy spring my dearest neighbour and friend..Miss Moussie sends her love.
Posted by: The Dutchess | May 20, 2010 at 03:09 PM
This blog is so enchanting and lovely! How nice it is to find a person who has my exact interests!
Posted by: Very Enchanted | May 18, 2010 at 05:56 PM
Dear Lauren,
I am so enchanted every time I stop in here! What a lovely, precious heart you must have to create a space so beautiful.
As a new blogger I want to ask if I may copy any images, or if you could point me to ideas for where I could find such lovely art for public use. Do we generally need permission to borrow (non-original) images from one another? Thank you so much!!
Lynn
Posted by: Lynn Baunach | May 10, 2010 at 04:02 AM
L,
We truly are kindred spirits.....
I happened upon this blog tonight. I am so happy I did.
In this world of floods, oil spills, bomb threats, distress and heartache, this corner of the world is peaceful and restful. All my favorite things in one place~Anne, Miss Potter, Miss Tudor, Spring flowers, birds, nests, eggs, baby animals, and the world of children's stories. You make my heart warm and my soul longing for things lovely.
Phillipians 4:8~ Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think on these things.
Thank you so much!
teresa
Posted by: Teresa | May 05, 2010 at 07:34 PM
Dear Lauren,
Thank you for sharing your inner beauty and gentle spirit. You and your blog are truly a gift to many, myself included. You have created a wonderful place to be uplifted.
Thank you!
Posted by: Linda | May 01, 2010 at 07:24 PM
Lauren, when I stopped by this morning, I found on your blog an especially meaningful reminder. You ground me and pull me into the moment which I all too often race beyond. Pity. Too, many lovely occasions, sweet people, natural vistas, sincere gestures can be missed. Thank you for helping me to catch my breath and settle down at Button Willow Cottage. Happy day to you. Linda
Posted by: Linda | April 22, 2010 at 08:34 AM
What a lovely blog you have created. I love to log on, read your inspiring quotes and listen to your delightful music.
Posted by: Debbie | April 20, 2010 at 06:00 PM
Your blog is a delight to come to.
Posted by: Mrs. Mobunny | April 13, 2010 at 08:34 AM
I visit your blog often but never could tell how to leave a comment until today - what A BEAUTIFUL BLOG YOU HAVE!
Posted by: Bernideen's Tea Time Blog | April 03, 2010 at 02:13 PM
I have spent an entire afternoon here. Delightful, beautiful, captivating. Thank You for creating such a quiet enchanting place to visit.
Posted by: Jan Mecke | March 28, 2010 at 01:19 PM
Ho it's so beautiful, very cute, very gorgeous ! Happy spring to you too ! Every day I read your blog and I love it more and more !
Thank you and sorry for bad English, I'm French, so I hope you'll understand what I write...
Posted by: Marylene | March 22, 2010 at 04:11 AM
Thank you for putting together such lovely pictures and inspiration~ my girls and I love to look at the sidebars and pick out our favorite quotes and movies! :)
Love,
Mrs. Graham
Posted by: Marqueta | March 18, 2010 at 11:55 AM
I always find inspiration and comfort when I come to your blog. Thank you for this little haven. Heather, The Patchwork Heart, Co.
Posted by: Heather W | March 09, 2010 at 07:30 AM
Blessings!
This is my first time by your blog, but it is lovely, and I have SO enjoyed my stay!
Catherine from HSB left a link to your page, and I am glad she did!
Have a wonderful day!
simpleoldgurl from Furbelow Coattage on HSB
Posted by: Beverly | March 02, 2010 at 01:47 PM
I know I've said this before but I'm so thrilled your back! :)
Happiest of weeks to you!
Posted by: Sally | March 01, 2010 at 03:05 PM
Thank you, my dear friend, for continuing to blog!
I have enjoyed your posts as always, and look forward to the Spring...with all its loveliness :)
Please don't hesitate to stop by our little cottage!
Miss Mia
Posted by: Mia | March 01, 2010 at 11:16 AM
Dearest...so good to hear you are feeling better..Please come visit Hilltop Hall...we are about to eat a soup with a secret ingredient...made by Gustave..I do believe this will cure all illness in a jiffy...Now,stay warm and stay happy..Hugs from all of us..T.D and Company
Posted by: The Dutchess | February 24, 2010 at 10:38 AM
So glad that the household is much better, after a long bout of sickness. -sigh-sigh-sigh-
Gentle hugs to all... And please don't worry about the things which got behind. Like you said, adding stress only....... Adds stress. :-)
Posted by: 'Aunt Amelia' | February 23, 2010 at 02:48 PM
I'm so happy to see you back Lauren! You and your charming blog, have been so missed.
And I love Rosemary and Thyme!
Stay warm and cozy. Hoping you feel better lickety split!
Posted by: Sally | February 16, 2010 at 03:40 PM
Hi !
Happy to see here ! I said on Facebook how I love your blog ! I'm Marylene and I'm French fan of you !
All things I love, all characters, all photos, all movies are here, it's a wonderful and fairy blog for me, thank you very much... and excuse my bad english again...
So I make progress because I live in Oxford a few monthes in the year...
Posted by: Marylene | February 14, 2010 at 09:17 AM
I love your blog! So many things to visit...I'm trying to follow but can't figure it out.
Posted by: Cecilia Kelly | February 10, 2010 at 11:53 AM
The 24" of snow that recently blanketed our world hushed all outside intrusions and allowed our little home to be pure. Just us, our cat, our schedule for the moment, our topics to choose, the same self-indulgent calm I find on all visits to Buttonwillow. Linda
Posted by: Linda | February 07, 2010 at 05:59 PM
Dear Lauren,
I discovered your blog yesterday, and oh how gorgeous it is ! I'm French and My english is so bad to write to you, but I just want say to you that I really like this place, thank you because all the things I love are here...
Friendly yours Lauren !
Posted by: Marylene | February 07, 2010 at 01:17 PM
Hi Lauren. I know you don't accept blog awards, I do have one for you on my blog.
http://swanofdreamers.blogspot.com/2010/02/happy-list.html
Letting people know ButtonWillowCottage is one of my favorite places. Have a beautiful weekend.
Posted by: Shell | February 06, 2010 at 08:25 AM
It's such a treat to visit your blog. I'm looking forward to coming back and reading more.
Welcome back.
Warm Country Blessings,
Christa
Posted by: Christa | February 05, 2010 at 10:06 PM
We love your lovely little place!! Me and my daughters stop by from time to time to check what is new. I love all the sweet pictures and quotes from all of our favorite movies and books. I am a homeschooling mom to six children, living a simple quiet little life in the country in Tennessee.
Posted by: Jenn | February 04, 2010 at 10:39 PM
It's so nice to have you back! Thank you for stopping by with hugs! I hope you'll enter my giveaway too. I hope all is well with you and that 2010 will be a wonderful year full of only good things.
Blessings,
Diane
Posted by: Diane Knott | February 02, 2010 at 03:09 PM
Hello its a pleasure to be here I have just enjoyed my visit around your little corner of the world. I will come back soon to enjoy another wander.
Posted by: Julie. C. | January 29, 2010 at 01:25 PM
Hope this finds you staying warm and in good health as January comes to a close. It is pure joy and delight to have you back at Buttonwillow.
Posted by: The Queen Vee | January 28, 2010 at 08:01 PM
hello,
Thank you for creating this wonderful 'blog', it is sooo beautiful & peaceful.......
If U send 'automatic mailings', please place me on this one!!
Sincerely & Warmly,
Antoinette
Posted by: Antoinette Myers | January 28, 2010 at 02:31 PM