Mockingbird Hill Cottage

Mockingbird Hill Cottage

McCoy is found in San Diego!

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Now how can I have a cozy, decorated apartment in San Diego without McCoy pottery? I found this lovely bulb dish on one of my visits to my favorite antique shop. It was, needless to say, a bargain. I have one like it at home in aqua, but I love how striking it is in ivory. I filled it with these:

These are some bakelite Mahjongg tiles I found in a store back home. I love bakelite and I love Mahjongg, so how could I resist? I also found this lovely vase for a song and it is one I have always wanted.

I always feel better with some of my favorite pottery around me. I thought I would have to go to rehearsal today, but turns out I don’t. I will be watching the Chargers play and crossing my fingers for them. And “24” starts tonight! I am a huge fan. Due to the writers’ strike last year it wasn’t aired. It has been almost 2 years – can’t wait!

Thanks for all your supportive comments on my decorating here in San Diego. They help so much in this transition.

Are you sick of hearing about IKEA?

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Yes, I know, I seem to be living at IKEA. I’m not, of course, but it is close-by and has been a godsend! Today I ran in for a couple more $8.00 throw rugs (which are really bathroom rugs, but who cares?) and I saw this set of cards. Each card has a reproduction of a Carl Larsson print. They are part of his “A Home” series. I have always loved his work and his depiction of home life in Sweden. These prints were $2.00. $2.00 for 5 prints. Then I bought 2 frames (2 for $2.99) and framed two of the prints. They are so charming I am going to have to go back and get 3 more so that I can frame all 5. I told you I was going to do this on a budget.

I had to frame these prints first since they involve a dog and knitting. Aren’t they lovely?
I’m not sure where I’m going to hang them here in the apartment but they will certainly add a great deal of charm when they are in place. (You can click on the photos to see more detail.)

More later.

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