Thursday, December 15, 2011

jolly







The tree is what did it, made me feel jolly. Carrying the tubs of ornaments up the stairs, setting them on the red chair and looping them over bristley branches. All the while listenting to the plunking of a A Music Box Christmas.
I've made some new ornament designs. Like my very first deers, and this cat with fish.
And some standbys from down on the farm
New pages in my autograph book for hedgehog fans.
I hear Santa is resting up by the seaside before his yearly voyage
Drinking lots of fortifying punch!
Here at the faded and seaworn Foggy Cottage we'll be home for Christmas,



with grateful hearts and plenty of Christmas cookies..



Thinking of you all and wishing you all the joy of the season



xxx



julie
juliewhitmorepottery.etsy.com
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44 comments:

  1. ElizabethDecember 15, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    So lovely! Happy Holidays!

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  2. ValeriannaDecember 15, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    I'm on my way to get my tree.... hope it makes me jolly. Seeing your ornaments did!

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  3. Dreaming WoodsDecember 15, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    beautiful ornaments Julie! this is such a magical time of a year, even without snow. good thing is that i can pick up groceries with my bicycle. have a lovely enchanted and cosy Christmas dear friend!!!

    with Christmas hugs, Delila

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  4. LibrarianDecember 15, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    As always, lovely, wonderful and enchanting!
    You too have a very Merry Christmas, and I hope to find plenty more from you to look at and to read in 2012!
    - M.
    x

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  5. ClaireDecember 15, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    Hey Julie, I imagine your tree is choc full of wonderful ornaments made by you.
    Each with it's own little story to tell........
    Love the little deer and the flower wreath. The page in your autograph book comes to life with one of your paintings. I wish Mr. Mouse would come and water my garden for me........

    It's an overcast morning here but going to be high 20's I think there is rain on the way, so maybe I won't have to water.

    Enjoy your Christmas Julie and all the best for a happy and healthy 2012.

    Claire X

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  6. sharonDecember 15, 2011 at 11:41 AM

    Oh Julie! You make my heart melt with your lovely creations...each one has a life of it's own, and each one so dreamy to me. I love them all. I am so happy to have my hedgehog hanging on my tree this year!
    Wishing you a blessed and peaceful Christmas holiday and New Year.

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  7. AprilgirlDecember 15, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Your house looks so beautiful and festive! Love the new ornaments, especially that adorable kitty with the fish. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas with all of those scrumptious cookies and special times with family and friends. Your wonderful pottery has been such a delightful addition to my home and world this year. Thanks, Julie!

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  8. Country RabbitDecember 15, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    such sweet makes, i sooo love the tree decorations and the wreath its just so enchanting and full of childhood charms- you make things in such a fairytale so whimsical and jolly- the hedgehog watercolour is really special- wish you lived near id love to pop over and admire your works of art ;0)x happy festive blessings x

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  9. Mary Welsh HubbardDecember 15, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    I absolutely LOVE everything you make! Happy Holidays!

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  10. sandraDecember 15, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Merry, Merry Christmas to you too! I am so in love with my new pieces from you, thank you for the JOY you bring!!! :))

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  11. kathydDecember 15, 2011 at 1:22 PM

    wishing you joy too.
    i happen to love christmas . i am giving some of your pottery to my favorite people . and by the way i love the raindeer (:
    xxoo

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  12. Sea AngelsDecember 15, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    Theses are so very beautiful ... I went to buy one and poof they had all gone (sad face ) xxx
    HUgs Lynn xxx

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  13. BarbaraDecember 15, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Such different Christmas decorations and very much with your own style.

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  14. jen storerDecember 15, 2011 at 6:10 PM

    Oh my, BIG sigh! I want to live in Foggy Cottage and hang your baubles around my neck! Just perfect.. All the blessings of the season to you and the hedgehog, julie. j xxo

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  15. DebDecember 15, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Such sweet ornaments ♥
    Merry Christmas Julie.

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  16. holly aka gollyDecember 16, 2011 at 4:14 AM

    Such a charming life in every possible way! Thank you for sharing your world with us. It truly warms my heart. Wishing you joy and happiness this holiday season!

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  17. UnknownDecember 16, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Hello Julie...!!! beautiful...!!! perdon por mi ingles tan pobre , que hermoso tu arbol de navidad y toda tu decoracion.... estoy enamorada de tus trabajos !!! besos y abrazos !!!!

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  18. From Beyond My Kitchen WindowDecember 16, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Thank you Julie, Merry Christmas to you too!!! Lovely pottery as usual.

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  19. Country Cottage ChicDecember 16, 2011 at 4:30 AM

    Such lovely decorations Julie!

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  20. CarolDecember 16, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    you have helped lift me into the holiday season! thank you!!!

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  21. lilylovekinDecember 16, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Lovely,lovely,lovely these make me so happy to look at. I know you are having a wonderful holiday season-enjoy.

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  22. gallerydarrowDecember 16, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Beautiful Julie! I love your folksy style.

    Seasons Joys to you and your family, Ro

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  23. Ocean Breezes and Country SneezesDecember 16, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Happy Christmas Julie! Your post is lovely!

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  24. UnknownDecember 17, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    Hello Julie, thanks for your comment, I'm so glad to have found you, your work is just beautiful. As regards lanterns, very easy to do, I snipped the edge of the paper on the larger jar to get a neater finish, then just gently wiped of the exess glue with a damp cloth. Hope it works :-)
    Sophie x

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  25. annamaria potamitiDecember 18, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Really lovely- our house is such a mess because of the renos we haven't even bothered with a tree this year.Your photos really make me miss it all terribly!

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  26. Lovejoy BearsDecember 18, 2011 at 10:25 AM

    I love your beautiful pottery Julie and your lovely blog.
    Wishing you a very merry christams
    vicky xx

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  27. Lori annDecember 18, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    julie, i want to jump into your posts, and live there.
    love it all. and oh my the hedgehog.
    xxx

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  28. jone hallmarkDecember 18, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    wow...your ornaments are delicious.

    ....that tiny house in the wreath....makes me tingle..

    love to you these holidays, dear Julie.
    best always..
    xoxo

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  29. millefeuillesDecember 19, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Oh this is just so beautiful!!!! I love your hedgehog painting, your grog cup, your cat with a fish. It all makes me feel so JOYFUL!!

    Thank you so much for sharing these treasures with us.

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  30. LauraDecember 19, 2011 at 4:51 AM

    this made me jolly! happy christmas julie:) keep inspiring us! i know i am grateful for you.
    xoxo

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  31. polkadotpeticoatDecember 19, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Beautiful ornaments did you make all of them they are wonderful!

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  32. Mozart's GirlDecember 20, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    Dear Julie - my ambition for 2012 is to own a piece of your wonderful pottery! I just adore it. Wishing you all the joys of this magical season, and much love for 2012. xoxo Rachel

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  33. ParisbreakfastsDecember 20, 2011 at 4:43 PM

    Just wonderful Julie
    Thank you !!!
    xxcarolg

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  34. AnonymousDecember 21, 2011 at 6:27 AM

    Oh Julie - how magical Christmas must be in your home! It's always a joy to stop by and visit you - I always find myself typing with a big grin on my face. See? :)
    I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas & I look forward to visiting you often in 2012!
    Hugs,
    Zuzu

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  35. Vintage Fairy Tales RebeckaDecember 22, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    Happy Holidays Dear Julie!
    Lovely lovely ornaments and yes I'm a hedgehog fan;)
    XX
    Becky

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  36. Sea AngelsDecember 22, 2011 at 12:22 PM

    Thank you so much for your lovely comment xx I have been a fan of yours for such a long time.. and have tried for weeks to buy an ornament ha ha .. I shall try harder this year.
    Have a wonderful Christmas
    Hugs Lynn xxxx

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  37. mamabeaksDecember 23, 2011 at 11:46 AM

    I love the hedgehog picture so much, I am so glad that I am able to display it with you other work. It all just makes me smile.

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  38. Helen PhilippsDecember 24, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    This is such an enchanting post, Julie. I just love the delicious decorative qualities of your sweet ornaments, and the way that you display and photograph them....they have a special magic. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
    Helen x

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  39. Julie Whitmore PotteryDecember 26, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    Dear visitors and friends,
    I can't express how much your visits and sweet comments have meant to me this year especially
    love
    julie

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  40. Flutterby PatchDecember 28, 2011 at 3:04 AM

    Such a magical post Julie, its like visting fairyland. I'm in awe of every little thing you create and look forward to seeing more in 2012. May you enjoy a happy and healthy New Year. Eli x

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  41. Jody BattagliaDecember 29, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Hello Julie...I am so happy that we are friends...
    Happy Merry and Bright Days...Jody

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  42. *Susycottage*December 29, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Ti ho già detto quanto mi
    piacciono le tue creazioni?
    Sono una favola!!!
    Ti auguro un buonossimo
    e magico anno nuovo
    Un abbraccio
    Susy x

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  43. MariaDecember 31, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Happy New Year, Julie! You are such an inspiration. Your art never ceases to delight!

    Maria xo

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  44. Vicki BosterDecember 31, 2011 at 12:21 PM

    Julie- I'm sorry to be late for these beautiful pictures- everyone a delight. Love that incredible wreath-- and the Christmas ornaments. The cat is my total favorite! I bet your tree was beyond beautiful. Christmas at home is the very best!
    Vicki

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