My first “child”

by amyswear // November 27, 2013 // 2 Comments

This may just be the first photo I’ve posted of myself but I also don’t have many pics with my first “child”, Tilly. This sweet baby dog drives me a little crazy now and again, but mostly, she’s kept me... Continue reading →

Thank you, Brandee!

by amyswear // December 29, 2011 // Comments off

I love this little ornament that my sister, Brandee, gave me for Christmas. My toddler friend, Casper, said, when he saw it “Yook – it’s Tih-yee”. Continue reading →

Companion Rack from Gavin Coyle

by amyswear // November 8, 2011 // No Comments

Love this cleverly designed magazine rack from Gavin Coyle. The rolled newspaper fits in the “mouth” of the terrier (I prefer to think it’s a Westie since the profile looks so much like young Miss Tilly) with plenty of room... Continue reading →

R.I.P. Shaun the Bichon

by amyswear // October 1, 2011 // 4 Comments

I’ve been meaning to do this post for a while now — it’s been two months since my four-legged friend, Shaun, passed away. Tilly and I lived with Shaun and his people for a year so he was near and... Continue reading →

Happiness is a warm puppy ~ Charles M. Schulz

by amyswear // August 25, 2011 // 7 Comments

My baby dog is three today. She’s been one of my greatest rewards and a (nearly) constant source of enjoyment for me. She’s also helped me become a little bit less of a perfectionist about my “stuff” — which I... Continue reading →

Summer Meanderings – Part 3 “Critters”

by amyswear // August 19, 2011 // 5 Comments

We saw lots of beautiful wildlife in Colorado. I missed the moose but most of the rest of our gang saw him so I nabbed the moose pic off my mother. A big highlight was hearing my mom excitedly yell,... Continue reading →

Tilly's Cottage

Design, photography, restoration and inspiration

West Highland Terrier