New Listings

Watermelon hand spun scarf on Etsy

Light Orange hand spun scarf on Etsy

Dark Rose Hand spun on Etsy

Melon Hand spun scarf on Etsy

Heather gray Hand spun scarf on Etsy

Pumpkin spice hand spun scarf on Etsy

Black and white merino hand spun scarf on Etsy

Woodland Hand spun scarf on Etsy

These scarves are so soft and so much fun....Infinity, Yarn scarves

 double up and place around your neck.

So cozy, so warm...and very unique!

Thank you for browsing!

Kate 

Thank you

To everyone that came out this weekend and made the open house a huge success,

 Thank you!

I appreciate your patronage so much, but most of all it's wonderful to see everyone again. 

Wishing everyone a very

MERRY CHRISTMAS

&

A HAPPY HEALTHY NEW YEAR! 

Holiday House

Join me for:

2013

Holiday House

Friday, December 13th     10:00 am to 4:00 pm

Saturday, December 14th        10:00 am to 4:00 pm

All are welcome, bring a friend,

there's something for everyone. 

Many one of a kind art pieces of art.

& Unique Holiday Gift Items. 

BRIAR COTTAGE STUDIO

2330 Wyland Avenue

Allison Park, PA 15101

Whispering Pines

It's coming fast, packing all the Winkles for the Whispering Pines Antiques & Artisans Festival. Stop out and see all the vendors that are working hard to make this event successful. See you there!

1824 Walker House Antiques

A huge Thank you to Audrey and David, for opening up there property for the Fall threshing, Be proud!

The event this weekend at 1824 Walker House Antiques was a huge success. For everyone that joined us Thank you. For the people that couldn't make it, there will be another event closer to Christmas. Stay posted for more information.

The next event with all the ladies from 1824 Walker House Antiques will be at Whispering Pines the third weekend in October.  See you there!

Winkle Spindles

Winkle Spindles newly listed on Etsy.

These spindles will look wonderful as a Halloween or Fall display piece.

They range in price from $30.00 to $55.00.

Right now I have only made Fall Spindles, in the near future I would love to have them for all seasons. 

Keep watching!

Link to Etsy

Thank you for stopping by,   Kate

Winkles Fall Primitive

Click on fall Winkles at the top to see more Fall Winkles.

August already, Wow!

Well time got away from me this year! I have been working on my world of Winkles. (Paper clay sculptures) They are coming along nicely. I am so excited, and can't wait for you to see the new concept. As you know, last year I did one of a kind Winkle sculptures, with lots of detail.......(I love detail). They did so well, that this year I have decided to bring them to a smaller scale with the ability of seasonal change. Let me explain......
There are..............

SITTER'S: These are wonderful little hand made creatures that sit about 4 to 5 inches tall, they love to hang around on a corner of a shelf, window sill, a stack of books etc. anywhere your  imagination can think of. For example Cats, dogs, mice, witches, Santa's, elves, reindeer, bees, sheep, etc., even an Uncle Sam.

SIT-UPON'S: These are also hand made of paper clay, they are small sculptures that your sitters can sit upon, hence the name sit-upon's. These include things like pumpkins, grasshoppers, frogs, fireplaces, Christmas trees, top hats, snails, fish to name a few.....You can inter mix these with the sitters or let them stand alone without the sitters,  for an ever changing display or as your heart desires.

SIMPLE'S: Simples are little whimsical  accessories, that sit around or add to your sitters and sit upon's. like tiny books, plants, carrots, hats etc.

Example: You have the Sheep (Sitter), he is sitting in a chair (sit-upon), and there is a stack of books beside the chair (Simple). All interchangeable, Got it?

SCULPTURES: I will still be doing, the more involved sculptures, but only a couple a year, these are so detailed I can only put out, one of a kind.

SPINDLES: Spindles are also made of paper clay, These stand alone, they are tall figures that decorate your home for the seasons, really cool! They are made from old stair spindles or chair spindles. Very different!

I wanted to give you a break down on the concept.... I hope it's not confusing! Pictures are coming soon, so keep watching........

Whispering Pines - Arts & Antiques Festival

 Whispering Pines Farm 

201 Winsome Lane, Cabot, PA 16023

40 Antique Dealers and Artisans will be selling their wares at the Festival Saturday June 22, 9-5 / Sunday June 23, 9-4. FREE PARKING, Entrance fee $5.00 per person, children under 12 FREE, NO EARLY BIRDS PLEASE Gate will open at 9 am both days. Enjoy a beautiful day on our Private Farm shopping and enjoying the wonderful food that will be offered. 

Join us for a day on the Farm.

Happy Mothers Day

My heart goes out to all the mothers out there!

Today is a day to celebrate, a day to spend with your family, for me to celebrate and think of my mother who has passed, but not forgotten. A day that I spend thinking of my children. My children have gone there separate ways. But I remember the days when we were a family. The happy days, when little things counted so much. Don't overlook the little things, when they fly the coop you will remember. 

TAKE TIME TO ENJOY THE SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE!

HAPPY MOTHERS DAY!

Decision Made

After much thought, my heart says to leave it wood! I know boring right, not really it is beautiful as is. I try not to paint pieces that are not in need. I stick to pieces that the veneer is not good or they have good bones but in my opinion need updated. So I 'll have to come up with something different. If you have any suggestions or would like to learn who to do, let me know, I will try and help to the best of my knowledge. 

Spring has Sprung

Every spring, Fall and winter, I change things around the cottage. Not for the Holidays but for the seasons. A lighter airy feel in the spring and summer. So I took yesterday off and switched things out, In the process you always find items that need cleaned, areas that need some TLC, etc. So of course it takes more than one day. I also got a little side tracked. I was recently at the local Thrift store and came across a dresser  I think from the late 1800's. My kids will say, Mom don't you have enough furniture or I thought you were cleaning out. But non the less here it is, now the same old dilemma, do I leave it wood or paint it? We'll as an artist my first thought goes to paint it! A couple years ago, everything in my home was painted , so I am trying to bring some wood back. I will live with it for a week or so till the answer comes! The other question arrives do you keep it or sell it? Hum mm!

Searching for answers

I would love to know what you would like to see on my blog. I have found searching my favorite blogs that what people like to see is how to's. Do we really need another how to blog, please let me know? I have been in business now for 16 years, redoing homes, furniture and accessories mostly on a commission bases. I have learned a lot over these years by trial and error. Some may be the normal technique some may be my way.  There is no wrong way of doing things, but there are proven techniques that help the piece hold up to the test of time. I will start from the very beginning and run you through the easiest way possible. Let me know, I would love to hear your feedback.

Kate - Art for Home

Welcome to Spring

Welcome to Spring 

Finally it looks like spring in Pittsburgh. The grass is getting green. The birds are singing, life is good.

The daffodils and primrose are out! It's here!

I would also like to let you know. I have a new website, Check it out. It's a work in progress, but it's looking good.

briarcottagestudio.com

Welcome Spring

I'm hoping you had a wonderful Easter, 

Spring is on the way

If you live in the Pittsburgh area, you know the sun doesn't shine often.

But today, YEA!  It is! Enjoy

I wanted to give you a heads up that I am opening a new website.

Yes, one that you can actually purchase from. It is a daunting task but it has finally arrived.

Check it out: www.briarcottagestudio.com

Happy Easter

Acrylic Rabbit Sign

Althought it doesn't look like Easter, it has arrived.

 I would like to wish you a wonderful holiday.

For a very Special Person

Today I am working on a copper project for a special person, with the patience of a saint.

This copper is cut with a jewelers saw, very tendous but well worth the effort.

It will be a wonderful addition to a beautiful kitchen. Can't wait to see it up.

The pot is together, and bugs is in the works......It's almost done!

Thank you for being patient!

Thank you

Thank you for all your support in 2012. To everyone that showed up at the Christmas gathering Thank you, it was wonderful to see you again.

 I am so looking forward to a new year.

I would like to become a better blogger and will try harder.



" Oft digging removing and weeding yee see makes herbs the more whole--some and greater to be.". T. Turner

In my world, I am digging, removing and weeding, so stop back soon to see the harvest.