We received a special "thank you" fee from Harris Publications after Daisy Cottage was photographed for Cottage Style magazine last year. I knew that I wanted to get something really special for our home with the money and I was willing to wait until I found the perfect thing.
And I knew that I finally found IT when I found her. Penny is an AMAZING artist and happens to be a sweetheart of a blogger too! I became enchanted with her mosaics and all of her artistic creations. I asked her if she would like to create a "Daisy Cottage Birdhouse" for me. Thankfully, she said yes, and Penny started working her magic right away....
Our VERY special and absolutely BEAUTIFUL birdhouse arrived on our porch yesterday and I immediately fell in love..
Look at the daisies! Isn't this just SOOOOO cute??!!
I am truly thrilled! Thank you, dear Penny, for capturing Daisy Cottage so perfectly!
Our special birdhouse will be cherished FOREVER!
If any of you are searching for that "special something", you might want to have Penny create a little magic for you too! I promise that you will LOVE IT! :-)
Oh Kim, it is SO perfect and so very Daisy!!! Penny is so sweet and so talented, I just love the things she makes :)
Hugs,
Dena
Posted by: Dena | December 07, 2007 at 11:19 AM
That birdhouse has got to be the cutest thing ever and perfect for Daisy Cottage..the daisies, the colors and the bird..too cute!! What fun for you. Have you decided where you are going to put it?
Have a happy day.
Rhondi
Posted by: rhondi mullins | December 07, 2007 at 11:23 AM
Hi Kim!
I was truly humbled and honored when you asked me to make something for Daisy Cottage. I enjoyed every moment of it! I really appreciate the nice things you have said about me in this blog post.
Daisy Cottage is a place I visit every day. I enjoy sitting here with my cup of coffee and listening to your beautiful music while I read the newest post. Thank you for letting me be a small part of your day.
Hugs,
Penny
Posted by: Penny @ Lavender Hill Studio | December 07, 2007 at 11:30 AM
That is amazing - so beautiful and so perfect!!
Posted by: SusanG | December 07, 2007 at 11:32 AM
Oh my goodness! That is one of the most beautiful, inspiring things I've seen in a very long time. I've made only a couple mosaic pieces, but that birdhouse makes me want to create one just like it. Thanks so much for sharing with us and I'll have to pop over to her blog! Blessings, Debra
Posted by: Debra | December 07, 2007 at 11:58 AM
Oh, it's just perfect for your home! Doesn't Penny just low you away! Yay for you!
~Angela :-)
Posted by: Angela (Cottage Magpie) | December 07, 2007 at 12:09 PM
What a perfect complement to your beautiful cottage. Penny is the BEST!!
Janet
Posted by: Janet | December 07, 2007 at 12:36 PM
Kim,
WOW...that Penny is T-A-L-A-N-T-E-D!! She captured Daisy Cottage to a "T"...such an eye for detail...I love it! I know you have just the perfect place to put this new addition to Daisy Cottage...a treasure indeed!
Blessings...
Teresa
Posted by: Teresa | December 07, 2007 at 12:37 PM
I mean talented T-A-L-E-N-T-E-D!! I knew I should have previewed first!
Posted by: Teresa | December 07, 2007 at 12:38 PM
OOOOOOHHHH!!!! I LOVE it!!!! I'm soooo jealous!!!! lol. It's PERFECT!! Penny does such beautiful work! I need to start saving up so I can get a birdhouse from Penny one of these days, hopefully soon...
Enjoy,
Pattie :)
Now I am going to go over and look at Penny's other creations on her site and make out my wish list. hehe.
Posted by: Pattie | December 07, 2007 at 12:44 PM
It's beautiful! Penny really is a talented mosaic artist. I've been following her work for a little while now, too. Truly amazing.
Posted by: Wanda | December 07, 2007 at 12:45 PM
What a PERFECT birdhouse for Daisy Cottage! Please show us when you place it~ to get the full effect! Your cottage is beautiful and the gardens are wonderful, too. This addition will be just right!
Miss_k_p
Posted by: Miss_k_p | December 07, 2007 at 12:54 PM
What a beautiful creation. It immediately made me smile!
Posted by: Liz | December 07, 2007 at 01:15 PM
What a lovely project. This is such a beautiful birdhouse. I'll have to try my hand at doing a mosaic sometime.
Posted by: Lisa | December 07, 2007 at 01:30 PM
I am in awe! That is the most beautiful birdhouse, and just perfect for your home. I especially love the bird sitting on the front. Absolutely amazing, what a treasure!
Posted by: Diane | December 07, 2007 at 01:56 PM
Kim~ Penny did an awesome job! I have been reading her blog frequently and am amazed at her talent. I am saving my money up to buy something from her next year. Loving what she made for you. How sweet to commission her to make you a special piece. It is stunning and perfect for Daisy Cottage. Love the bird!!!! Penny, if you are reading this, you are so special!
xo,
Becky
Posted by: Sweet Cottage Dreams | December 07, 2007 at 02:15 PM
This is the most amazing birdhouse...the details are perfect! I saw it on Penny's blog this afternoon. It's a wonderul keepsake.
Posted by: Teresa @ PlumWater Cottage | December 07, 2007 at 02:19 PM
It's beautiful and absolutely perfect, Kim! Penny is an amazing artist!
Pat
Posted by: Pat | December 07, 2007 at 02:32 PM
It looks as though Penny has captured the essence of Daisy Cottage perfectly, what a wonderful thin to have to treasure and to pass on as a family heirloom.
Posted by: carolyn | December 07, 2007 at 02:36 PM
Wow, that is perfect! I love the daisies on the roof and the little yellow bird peeking out! Penny has so much talent!
Posted by: cindy ~ My Romantic Home | December 07, 2007 at 02:38 PM
Gorgeous. What amazing talent.
Posted by: Teresa | December 07, 2007 at 02:48 PM
What a beautiful piece! She truly is an amazing artist. Bravo!
Posted by: Rosie | December 07, 2007 at 02:50 PM
That is gorgeous! (you must imagine me singing that in a operatic like voice to get the full effect of the words!). lol
Posted by: Kari | December 07, 2007 at 02:59 PM
That will LOOK so amazing on your porch.....I will definitely be checking out PENNY.. Penny here I come..LOL
Thanks for sharing.
Kathy :)
Posted by: kathy :) | December 07, 2007 at 03:04 PM
Kim! I love it! It's so perfect for you and your cottage.....Penny did a lovely job. Beyond gorgeous.......the bird is the icing on the cake!
Posted by: Laurie | December 07, 2007 at 03:32 PM
Kim, what a wonderful birdhouse Penny has created for you. It is beautiful.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | December 07, 2007 at 03:36 PM
Beautiful colors! Amazing work!
Posted by: ~~flo~~ | December 07, 2007 at 03:40 PM
Oh, how perfect! What a lovely piece of art from a lovely and talented woman!
xoxo,
Mary
Posted by: mary | December 07, 2007 at 03:49 PM
WOW! Your Daisy Cottage birdhouse is incredible! Penny is soooooooo talented. I love everything in her store. Hmmmm . . . I must start saving my money!! xoxo
Posted by: Betty Jo | December 07, 2007 at 03:53 PM
Penny is an awesome artist and her design reflect Daisy Cottage's charm just beautifully! Perfect!
Barbara
Southern Lady's Vintage
Posted by: Barbara @ Southern Lady's Vintage | December 07, 2007 at 03:56 PM
Hi Kim,
I have just come over from Penny's blog after seeing the AMAZING birdhouse that she made for you. It is just so wonderful, you are so lucky!! I think I might need her to make me one too!
You have such a gorgeous blog...I am glad I found you!
Kathy :)
Posted by: Kathy ~ Shabby Roses Boutique | December 07, 2007 at 04:04 PM
The birdhouse is stunning, just beautiful and looks perfect for your sweet cottage.
Posted by: Dawn | December 07, 2007 at 04:17 PM
I love it!!! It is almost magical!!!
Posted by: Leigh | December 07, 2007 at 04:20 PM
I just came from Penny's blog and saw your beautiful birdhouse. OH< MY...it is fabulous. Just perfect for you! I am very anxious to see where and how you use it!
bj
Posted by: bj | December 07, 2007 at 04:22 PM
Thank you everyone!!!! I was so excited to share it with you! :-)
xo,
Kim
Posted by: Daisy Cottage | December 07, 2007 at 04:23 PM
It's so beautiful! Penny's work is just amazing! ~ Lynda xo
Posted by: Lynda | December 07, 2007 at 04:26 PM
Hi Kim! I love this little bird cottage...it is so adorable!Penny is so talented and she caught the essence of Daisy Cottage so well! I love the little yellow bird, it is just so perfect.
Posted by: Marge | December 07, 2007 at 04:39 PM
I saw it on Penny's blog. It's just so perfect for Daisy Cottage!
Manuela
Posted by: the feathered nest | December 07, 2007 at 04:52 PM
wow that is amazing! perfection!
jessi nagy
Posted by: jessi nagy | December 07, 2007 at 05:11 PM
What a wonderful bird house...it's certainly unique. Sure you'll get loads of pleasure from it...Penny is very talented!
Margaret and Noreen at THY
Posted by: thehomelyyear | December 07, 2007 at 05:15 PM
This is the most adorable birdhouse I have ever seen! It is just perfect for your lovely home Kim, thank you for sharing!
Hugs,
Henriëtte
Posted by: Henriëtte KB | December 07, 2007 at 05:22 PM
What an adorable birdhouse! Very special indeed!
Teresa
xo
Posted by: Teresa | December 07, 2007 at 05:43 PM
That is beautiful, and so "you", Kim! I'm so happy for you~
xo, Andrea
Posted by: Southern Heart | December 07, 2007 at 05:50 PM
Hi Kim, we have popped on over from Penny's Blog :) Your bird house is absolutely gorgoeus, Penny is so talented and a gorgeous person :) You have a lovely Blog Kim and we'll be back soon :) Come to visit us in Australia anytime! Jenn and Jacqui
Posted by: Jenn and Jacqui | December 07, 2007 at 06:08 PM
That is priceless. Really special. WOW
Posted by: Kimberly C. | December 07, 2007 at 06:45 PM
Penny is AMAZING! I honestly think that is the sweetest, most adorable thing I have ever seen. Awesome work Penny, and Kim, what a stroke of genius you had to think of asking Penny to create this wonderful birdhouse! It's gorgeous.
Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa)
Posted by: Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa) | December 07, 2007 at 06:58 PM
It's adorable Kim!!
The bird is so cute, and the colors are perfect. What a talented lady.
Enjoy it,
Rosemary
Posted by: Rosemary | December 07, 2007 at 07:19 PM
This is so perfectly Daisy Cottage, Kim. I think it turned out lovely, and I especially love the bird.
Posted by: Mrs.Staggs | December 07, 2007 at 08:11 PM
Hello Kim
The birdhouse is so beautiful It is one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen.
And Penny is so sweet and a Great Artist!!!
Have a wonderful weekend!
Marcela
Posted by: Marcela | December 07, 2007 at 08:35 PM
I can't imagine that little bird house being anywhere but in your Daisy Cottage. It's just a beautiful piece of work. I just love Penny's work...she is the most creative person. Thanks for sharing a wonderful piece of art.
Posted by: Alice | December 07, 2007 at 09:04 PM
Hi Kim,
Had to stop by Daisy Cottage today for some R&R and sure glad I did...Penny is just the best mosaic artist and this birdhouse is incredible! Not to mention she's a dear lady and yes, fellow blogger. Enjoy! Kathryn :)
Posted by: Kathryn Bechen | December 07, 2007 at 09:07 PM
so beautiful! something you wull cherish forever!
Posted by: katie | December 07, 2007 at 09:12 PM
Beautiful. Perfect for Daisy Cottage too.
Blessings,
Sher
Posted by: Sher's Creative Expressions | December 07, 2007 at 09:14 PM
I'm a speechless! I love Penny's blog and this has to be one of my most favorite items I have seen on her site. Could be the color scheme is so much like my own home.
Posted by: Vickie | December 07, 2007 at 09:22 PM
Kim, the birdhouse is so PERFECT!
~elaine~
Posted by: Elaine L. | December 07, 2007 at 10:08 PM
Kim, it is perfect for your lovely cottage:)
Rhonda
Posted by: Rhonda | December 07, 2007 at 10:28 PM
That birdhouse is precious; she is very talented, and you are very blessed!
I so enjoy reading your blog and coming up with ways to decorate my apartment while waiting to a cottage of my own.
Posted by: Lynn | December 07, 2007 at 10:41 PM
That is so cute and SO VERY Daisy Cottage! Beautiful!
Posted by: jerusalem | December 07, 2007 at 11:39 PM
I just came in by way of Penny's and saw your birdhouse!!! I knew just looking at it that it was (((((perfect))))) for Daisy Cottage!! She is quite gifted isn't she!! Have a wonderful
weekend staring at your new birdhouse!!hugs NG
Posted by: naturegirl | December 08, 2007 at 12:09 AM
Just lovely!
Posted by: Robyn | December 08, 2007 at 12:53 AM
that bird house is just stunning, one of the nicest I have ever seen!
Alicia ~ time worn style
Posted by: Alicia | December 08, 2007 at 05:35 AM
Could this be any more perfect for the Daisy Cottage? This is absolutely beautiful. I love the china rose detail. She does magnificent work.
Posted by: karen | December 08, 2007 at 09:16 AM
Kim, Penny captured your colors perfectly! It's absolutely beautiful and the perfect accent for your cozy, quaint cottage! I love her work!
Posted by: Catherine Holman | December 08, 2007 at 09:17 AM
It's beautiful. And, is so reflective of Daisy Cottage. I love it. I think you chose the prefect addition to the cottage.
Posted by: christy | December 08, 2007 at 10:16 AM
wow! That IS perfect for Daisy Cottage, and absolutely beautiful! It's definitely heirloom quality. And I love the yellow bird and flowers on the front!
Posted by: Jill | December 08, 2007 at 11:01 AM
I love it! Penny clearly outdid herself. It is absolutely perfect for Daisy Cottage.
Posted by: Jen | December 08, 2007 at 11:41 AM
Love it and love Penny!
Posted by: Brenda | December 08, 2007 at 03:26 PM
I'm so glad to have been a part of the process! It's simply gorgeous.
Posted by: Barbara Jacksier | December 08, 2007 at 03:47 PM
Oh Kim, what a wonderful momento to commemorate your home being photographed for Cottage Style magazine! It is obvious Penny put forth a tremendous amount of thought when she designed this darling bird house for you. She included so many little touches that are sooooo YOU and Daisy Cottage. It's beautiful from every angle and I know you will treasure it forever!
Posted by: Shari | December 08, 2007 at 03:51 PM
Absolutely beautiful! I love Penny's work!
Hugs,
Donna
Posted by: Donna @ donnas-art | December 08, 2007 at 05:17 PM
Oh Kim! Penny did the most beautiful work with this birdhouse. I've admired her art for awhile and this is one of her loveliest pieces. You can truly see the love and care she put into it.
Donna
Posted by: The Decorated House | December 08, 2007 at 05:49 PM
HEY! Yippee your song is back on! & I love the daisy bird cottage:) those mosaic artists always amaze me...such works of art they are! anyway hon do you want this one?
http://madelinesmom.typepad.com/photos
/for_daisy/dearydaisychristmas.html
let me know and off it comes to you:)I'm happy to have found some time tonight play around here! Merry Christmas! xo
Posted by: mgm | December 08, 2007 at 06:32 PM
That birdhouse is gorgeous and so very Daisy Cottage! I had been to Penny's blog before and was amazed by her talent!!
Posted by: Hope | December 08, 2007 at 07:59 PM
That is the most adorable birdhouse! I am a birdhouse collector and that is beautiful work. I only just discovered these wonderful blogs, so I would like to ask in which issue of Cottage Style magazine did the article appear? Maybe I can find it at my library. I will also look through your Archives for a mention. I love your flair for design.
LeAnne
Posted by: LeAnne | December 08, 2007 at 10:12 PM
What a sweet birdhouse Kim! Perfect for you and Daisy Cottage. And thanks for linking to my blog! I hope some little birds come a-flocking!
Posted by: Cate | December 08, 2007 at 11:12 PM
I saw this birdhouse on Penny's blog and I just love it.
Nan
Posted by: Nan | December 08, 2007 at 11:18 PM
I saw this birdhouse on Penny's blog and I just love it.
Nan
Posted by: Nan | December 08, 2007 at 11:18 PM
I saw this birdhouse on Penny's blog and I just love it.
Nan
Posted by: Nan | December 08, 2007 at 11:19 PM
Oh my goodness gracious sakes in the morningtime!!!! That is beautiful. I'm going to Penny's blog right away to see what else she makes. (Wise use of your money, Kim.)
Posted by: Susan Ramey Cleveland | December 09, 2007 at 08:18 AM
Such a thoughtful representation of your home! Good idea to use your funds so wisely on something as special and unique as this.
Posted by: Vee ~ A Haven for Vee | December 09, 2007 at 11:53 AM
What a beautiful birdhouse! She did a great job making it fit in with your style. I want one now!
Posted by: Kellie | December 10, 2007 at 12:17 AM
Gorgeous birdhouse!! What a creative and talented lady -- and with eye for color and texture! Wonderful choice for Daisy Cottage!
Jan at Rosemary Cottage
Posted by: Jan | December 10, 2007 at 12:47 PM
Oh, wow, Kim what an extra-special birdhouse that is & SO perfect for you. Penny did an amazing job, I love her work too & she is so talented & creative. I know you will never part with this gem of a birdhouse!
Oh & your Christmas tree is delightful, just like you & Daisy Cottage!
Hugs,
Rhoda
Posted by: Rhoda | December 10, 2007 at 01:14 PM
Oh this is so beautiful! Just the most prefect thing for your lovely home. Every piece perfection.
Posted by: thatjill | December 10, 2007 at 06:06 PM
Hi Kim,
I love Penny and her mosaics, she is a real talented lady PLUS she is a SUPER NICE person too!
I am so glad you thought to have her make you that special birdhouse! That is a true treasure.
xo,
Melissa
Posted by: [email protected] | December 10, 2007 at 10:58 PM
How darling! Taht little bird with the rose is such a perfect addition.
Posted by: tongue in cheek | December 11, 2007 at 06:27 AM
Darling, Penny did a great job on your birdhouse and it couldn't be more perfect for your Daisy cottage. :) Bren
Posted by: Bren | December 12, 2007 at 12:43 AM
This is fabulous. It really captures the essence of Daisy Cottage. The bird and the flowers coming out the front are just the icing on the cake. Penny's work is wonderful and you now have a life time treasure to enjoy.
Posted by: Lallee | December 19, 2007 at 11:05 AM
How did I miss this post??! That is so clever and so beautiful!!! Have fun with your family this Christmas! :)
Posted by: Bethany | December 20, 2007 at 02:47 PM
Just wanted to thank you for putting me in touch with Penny...she is going to make a birdhouse for DH with a little sign with the name of his shop!!! I am SOOOO excited!!!
Blessings to you this Christmas season and Happy New Year!
Jaybird
Posted by: Jaybird | December 21, 2007 at 04:47 PM
That birdhouse takes my breath away, it is so beautiful and so YOU! What a very talented lady, and you most certainly spent your $$ in a very wise way. Thank you for sharing, Kim!
Posted by: Nan | December 22, 2007 at 12:05 PM