Hi I am Karin welcome to my Kottage It is so nice to meet you!
Here at the Kottage my amazing hubby and I always something fun going on! You would think after becoming an empty nester couple that our nest would be very quiet and empty.
Our Kottage nest is usually more full than what we started out with!
Entertaining and Celebrations
We have lots of family and friends coming over for Sunday dinners.
I love hosting all kinds of birthday parties, baby showers, graduation parties or my favorite, outdoor parties in our backyard.
Sometimes you may find me in the kitchen trying out a new recipe for my hubby or I am in the backyard grilling on the BBQ for a quiet night for the two of us.
I am passionate about entertaining and setting a beautiful table!
I may or may not have an addiction to cloth napkins and fun salad plates oh and goblets too!
Decorating on a budget
I think I will always have a home decorating DIY project in the works as long as my hubby is on board with me haha.
We have painted A LOT in the 6 homes we have owned in the 36 years that we have been married as well as re-done multiple pieces of furniture, added wall and ceiling treatments, replaced lights, bathroom fixtures and even tiled floors!
I have sewn what seems like a million window treatments for our home as well as for family, made slipcovers, and duvets and even a formal dress or two!
Travel
Recently we have been able to travel a little bit to Europe mostly to Italy and London.
While in Italy we found a 250 year old Italian palace and we bought it!! I know how crazy is that?
We are in the process of renovating it and finding secret rooms and treasures.
I have to say as beautiful as Europe is, there is just something so special about being in my own Kottage surrounded by the things we love and have created and most especially our family and friends.
So come on into my Kottage and stay awhile you will always be welcomed.
Karin 🙂
As Seen in
My First Book
My latest posts
- Delicious and Easy Compound Butters for Neighbor Gifts
- Christmas Cheer and Festive DIY Holiday Ideas
- A Show-Stopping Cake Inspired by Better Homes and Gardens
- Weekly Linky Party: Sweet Treats, Savory Ideas, Christmas Kitchen Magic, and a Stunning DIY
- Christmas round up of Karins Kottage Ideas
Hey there! It has been a little while, but I totally remember the Style Sisters! Was it Centerpiece Wednesdays? I took a couple of years off from blogging with personal stuff, but I remember you guys! Good to see you back! I’ve seen you over on IG, too, of course but didn’t realize it was you. Best wishes with your new blog!!!!!!!
Hi Alycia! Yes it was centerpiece Wednesdays! I am still hosting them every Wednesday on this blog now. So fun to connect with you again. I totally remember you too! Fabulous tablescapes! I have blogged on and off over all these years but I am doing it full time now. I will follow you on IG. Thanks so much for taking time to reconnect.
Hugs,
Karin
Hi Karin,
I have been trying to sign up to get your blog updates by email, I can not get the contact “form” on your site to load. I am wondering if you could sign me up by using the email I provided in my contact info. You have some really creative and fun ideas on your blog and I look forward to seeing your new posts.
Thanks so much,
Julie
Hi Julie,
I am so sorry… I’ve had a few people say the same thing 🙁 I have to figure out what is going on. I will add you to my email list. Thank you so much for reaching out!
Hugs,
Karin
Karin,
Where are you located? I love your cottage (I keep trying to spell it with a K but it autocorrects!). I am so enjoying exploring your website. I see Barbara from Mantel and Table has commented…..I just love her!
Hi Mary! I love that you have taken the time to read some of my posts… especially about our Italian Palazzo! We are so excited about this project! It is quite the fixer upper but it’s going to be magnificent when it’s completed! After this Corona Virus ends you’ll have to plan a trip out there to come and see it!
We live in Utah and love living here in our lake Kottage 😁.
It is so fun to get to know you!
Hugs,
Karin
Maybe a dumb question. I wanted to get updates for your blog. I can’t seem to find that or do you not have that option?
There should be a pop up page that invites you to receive my emails. I added you to my list manually so you should be getting an email shortly 🙂
There should be a pop up screen that will invite you to my email list. I emailed you directly and put you on my list so you should be getting my emails soon. 🙂 Thanks so much for your interest in Karins Kottage 🙂
Karin
So nice to meet you Karin!! I love your description of yourself, and I think maybe we’re separated spirit sisters in the entertaining world! 🙂 Can’t wait to read more of your posts and put some of your inspiration to work! ❤️ Till next time!
Hi Barbara! aka “spirit sister of the entertaining world” 😁🙌🏻 I love that! So nice to meet you too! Thank you so much for taking time to check out my blog! I am going to hop over to your blog and spend a little more time checking out all your ideas! Love spending time with family and friends!
Hugs,
Karin
Hi ladies!
Do y'all have a yummy recipe for mint strawberry lemonade? Stanley restaurant in the French Quarter has an amazing one and I'm looking for a recipe.
Thanks,
Dawn
Try this one: http://cookingwithawallflower.com/2014/03/13/mint-strawberry-lemonade/
You guys are the cutest team around, and I'm so glad I've come to your blog! I come from a big family, it's fantastic, and it makes following you even that much more enjoyable. So many personalities, talents and fun.