December 31, 2012

2012 - A Year of Happy Little Cottage


What a year 2012 has been for Happy Little Cottage (and me). It was really fun looking back at my photos from this year, and seeing all the things that I made, and some of the wonderful things that have happened to Happy Little Cottage (the blog) and Happy Little Cottage (the shop).

I made my very first sale on Etsy in January. I was just getting a feel for how I wanted to "brand" my shop. Much thanks to Simone in Australia for that first purchase.

I made my very first cathedral window pincushion in January, and have made hundreds since. I love sewing and quilting, and working with lovely colors and fabrics almost every day makes my heart sing!

I never could have dreamed of being featured in two magazines in the course of a year. I am just a regular gal who works in an office, and dreamed of starting her own business. I sew in my son's empty nest room on a big folding table surrounded by rubbermaid tubs holding all my supplies. I cannot express how excited I was to see my blog and my shop in a magazine.

I also want to say THANK YOU to all of you who have been so supportive and kind and sweet. When I have "one of those days" I read your wonderful comments and am energized to keep on sewing and crafting and blogging. You are THE BEST!!

I am looking forward to 2013 and sharing some big changes that are happening in my life as well as the little projects that I love showing you.

Happy New Year!!!! xoxo Debbie
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30 comments:

  1. mynestofyarnandbuttonsDecember 31, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    Happy New Year Debbie! Wishing you much happiness and good health in the 2013❤
    xoRobin❤

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  2. AmandaDecember 31, 2012 at 8:52 AM

    Oh my gosh, what a gorgeous collection of your work, such eye candy! Love all the colours and fabrics you use.

    Have a wonderful New Year!x

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  3. CindyDecember 31, 2012 at 9:41 AM

    Congrats on the wonderful success of your business! I have wanted to do something similar, but haven't found my niche yet. Any advice you could send my way would be greatly appreciated:) Have a very happy New Year!

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  4. Kathleen GraceDecember 31, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    It has been a wonderful year for you Debbie! I wish you an equallay wonderful year in 2013:>) You collage is so bright and beautiful, the gorgeous things you make are just one of the reasons I love to visit here. I look forward to another year of your Happy Little Cottage:>)

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  5. Henry's ShedDecember 31, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    Happy New Year! The photos are beautiful! x x

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  6. IreneDecember 31, 2012 at 10:09 AM

    A fabulous collection of makes. Have a wonderful New Year.
    irene
    xxxx

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  7. Patty MarkerDecember 31, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    It is hard to believe all that you accomplish and add to that an office job...WOW! Your blog and your work are beautiful. Much more success to you in the New Year! Patty

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  8. KayDecember 31, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    I have enjoyed reading your blog this year. It is a happy place to be and always has lots of inspiring photos too. Thank you.

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  9. sweetbriardreamsDecember 31, 2012 at 11:00 AM

    Your blog has always been my favourite, so fresh and interesting. A Happy New Year to you and yours. Chel x

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  10. AnonymousDecember 31, 2012 at 11:28 AM

    All I can say Debbie is visiting you here and seeing all of your lovely cottage goodies always makes me HAPPY!
    Happy New Year,
    Danette

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  11. quiltdoggieDecember 31, 2012 at 11:59 AM

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  12. Sentimentally MeDecember 31, 2012 at 12:00 PM

    Happy New Year to you, right back atcha! I love visiting your blog, such a happy place!

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  13. Winkel's Crazy IdeasDecember 31, 2012 at 12:19 PM

    A very happy and blessed New Year :-)

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  14. Jodi NelsonDecember 31, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Happy New Year Debbie! LOVE your look back on 2012...what a gorgeous collage.
    Best of everything in 2013! ooxx

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  15. trishDecember 31, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    Happy Happy New Year Debbie! :o)
    I am so excited for your 2012 experiences!
    Can hardly wait to see what 2013 has in
    store! :o) Trish xo

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  16. SewmancerDecember 31, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    I'm so glad 2012 had such great highlights!

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  17. LaurieQDecember 31, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    Your blog has brightened my life. I look forward to every post and your charming quilts and projects. I can't wait to see what you do in 2013. Have a happy and healthy New Year!

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  18. KarDecember 31, 2012 at 7:31 PM

    Those are surely pretty great happening for the past year. Here's to more in the year to come! :)

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  19. ShannDecember 31, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Happy New Year Debbie! :)
    Shann

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  20. gillyJanuary 1, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    So much happiness in your pics - what a blessed year you've had, and I wish you all good things and a happy new year ahead in 2013.
    xx

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  21. Helen PhilippsJanuary 1, 2013 at 3:00 PM

    Such gorgeous pictures and a delightful collage! Wishing you a very Happy New Year, Debbie!
    Helen x

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  22. PCovi January 2, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    What a happy blog! I "met" you at Kathy's Cottage.
    Congrats on two magazine articles!!

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  23. gillyflowerJanuary 3, 2013 at 12:41 PM

    Happy New Year Debbie! Wishing you another successful year!
    Gill xx

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  24. AnonymousJanuary 7, 2013 at 12:49 PM

    would you consider selling the pattern for the small crochet block? I will not be selling anything crochet. I am almost 68 and wwould like to try this. Thanks , Rebya

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    1. debbie @ happy little cottageJanuary 7, 2013 at 10:55 PM

      Hi Rebya,
      Here is a link to a tutorial for the crochet block.
      http://houseofpinheiro.blogspot.com/2012/05/pincushion-swap-keris-crochet-flower.html
      Happy crocheting!!!

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  25. natalie joJanuary 8, 2013 at 1:34 PM

    What a happy little cornor of the internet you have created! I am always sure to feel my day brighten up each and every time I pop in for a peek.....Keep Having Fun!!! natalie jo

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  26. UnknownJanuary 8, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Happy new year! I look forward to seeing what 2013 holds for you! :)

    xx

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  27. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJanuary 9, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    Congratulations on a fantastic year...wishing you only good things in 2013!

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  28. Scarlet-SometimesJanuary 19, 2013 at 11:34 AM

    what a happy, bright collection of pictures!!!!. I'm very much looking forward to your '13 creations :-)

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  29. DagmarFebruary 3, 2013 at 1:31 PM

    Hi Debbie,
    why have I not found your blog before, what a happy joyful and creative place. I have added you on to my blog roll so I can keep up with your craftiness.
    ox
    Dagmar

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