New Writing Blog!

Please see my new writing blog, Kathryn Bechen Ink Blot at KathrynBechenInk. blogspot.com.

I have closed my decorating business, Kathryn Bechen Designs.com to devote myself full time to writing for the interior design/decorating, home & garden, and professional organizing industries, and for businesses who serve those fields, as well as to writing more books on the same topics.

Enjoy my new writing blog! :) --Kathryn--

The Cottage Chronicle on Hiatus for the Holidays

Just a note to let you know that The Cottage Chronicle is on hiatus as of November 1, 2006 due to my magazine writing schedule and to prepare for the upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's holidays. May you enjoy the spirit of the season! Be sure to check out my magazine article, "What's Your Cottage Style?" in the Winter, 2006 Edition of Cottage Style magazine now out on the newstands at Borders and Barnes & Noble.

--Kathryn--

Author Kitty Bartholomew Writes Testimonial For My Cottage Style E-book!

Dear Cottage Friends,

I am so happy to report that well-known decorating author and HGTV/Oprah guest Kitty Bartholomew has graciously written me the following testimonial for my new e-book, 191 Tips for Indoor & Outdoor Cottage Style at Home... "Kathryn’s e-book is the perfect gift for the young person who needs quick and practical decorating tips and ideas on how to pull together their own stylish and comfortable first living space whether it be an apartment, condo, or home." --Kitty Bartholomew, HGTV/Oprah guest & Author of Kitty Bartholomew's Decorating Style: A Hands-on Approach to Creating Affordable, Beautiful and Comfortable Rooms --

I just love Kitty's sense of style at home and her book is wonderful too! Check it out at her website: http://www.kittybartholomew.com!

Til Next Time!

--Kathryn--

http://www.KathrynBechenDesigns.com

http://www.CottageUniqueBoutique.com

One Woman's Cottage Life--Another Blog!

Dear Cottage Friends,

Hubby Steve snapped this photo the other day for me when he saw this wonderful little "cottage display" along the highway. Delightful, don't you think?! I wanted to introduce you to another "cottage blog" that's well worth reading as owner Kim Bouldin musings about her own cottage lifestyle are just charming. She chronicles her joys, aches, and pains of remodeling her home into a delightful not just cottage, but cottage lifestyle, which she lives out with her husband and children. Kim's musings are a "cottage delight" to read as she writes from the heart, and I think you will enjoy her tips and stories. Get yourself a cup of tea, and go to http://www.onewomanslife.com and be prepared for a real cottage treat of a read. Oh, and Kim has taken to adding wonderful photos on her blog to many of my cottage articles I've authored and she's done a lovely job of illustrating what I've written. Cottage Kudos to Kim! :)

Til Next Time!

--Kathryn--

http://www.KathrynBechenDesigns.com

191 Tips for Indoor & Outdoor Cottage Style E-book is Done!

Dear Cottage Friends,

I am thrilled to report that my latest e-book, 191 Tips for Indoor & Outdoor Cottage Style at Home is finished and ready for purchase here: www.kathrynbechendesigns.com/191tips.html.

Here’s what readers have to say:
Kathryn, I’ve often admired the cottage style décor of the many backyards that I’ve filmed for my TV series “Backyard Pleasures,” and after reading your fabulous new e-book, 191 Tips for Indoor & Outdoor Cottage Style at Home, I’m feeling totally inspired and ready to dig in and create my own cottage style backyard room! The beautiful photos in your book really helped bring your suggestions to life. Can’t wait to share this great new resource with my viewers too!
Deborah Boland, http://www.backyardpleasures.com

Kathryn, I LOVED your e-book! The wonderful photos and tips make it so easy to follow and understand that anyone can use it to decorate their home in cottage style. It’s well worth paying for your decorating tips!
Lesley, http://www.homedecorexchange.com

Kathryn's e-book is an extremely helpful guide for cottage-lovers to get on the right track toward achieving that shabby-chic cottage look that is dear to our hearts. Our motto at Uptown Country Home is "Love your home" - Kathryn is the one of the best resources to help homeowners make that possible. She truly has an eye for all things cottage style."
Jenny Grumbles, http://www.UptownCountryHome.com

Check it out today!

Til next time!

--Kathryn--

http://www.KathrynBechenDesigns.com

Thrifty Decorating Blog

Image copyright and courtesy of ThriftyDecorating.com

Dear Cottage Friends,

As you all know by now, I believe in Dollarwise Decorating (TM) and am always on the lookout for bargains of good quality. I came upon this interesting thrifty decorating blog at http://www.thriftydecorating.com/ so wanted to tell you about it. You'll find it an enjoyable place for great ideas on dollarwise decorating.

Til Next Time!

--Kathryn--

http://www.kathrynbechendesigns.com/

Cottage For Two

Photo copyright and courtesy oft Bella Rose Cottage

Don't you just love my new "Cottage For Two" sign that I bought recently from the sweetest little online boutique, http://www.bellarosecottage.com/? Owner Brooke Fleming makes these wonderful cottage style signs and she puts many different words and sayings on them so you will surely find one that suits your taste and decor! Brook was an office manager who followed her dream and created her own online "shabby chic" boutique! Be sure to check it out today!

Til Next Time!
--Kathryn--
http://www.kathrynbechendesigns.com/