DIY Disney Vacation Fun - Instagram Hashtag

So I saw this idea on Pinterest (because what don't you see on Pinterest?) to make a sign sharing a custom hashtag at a wedding, and it dawned on me that we need a hashtag for our upcoming trip! We all use Instagram, even the older kids in the group, so I thought it would be cool to have a way to pull up all those photos at once.

I made this little collage and sent it to our party. By sending it to them in a message I was able to explain what it was all about. And of course, anticipation is half the fun, so it also gave me a way to pump up the excitement factor just a little bit.

A fun idea for you Instagrammers from the cottage! Until next time, may all your days be filled with fairy dust!

DIY Mary Blair Inspired It's A Small World Block, #3

If you missed the first post I did on these blocks, you can find out the story behind them by checking out this blog post. They are made of plastic canvas and acrylic yarn and are 3" square. They are kind of addicting! I would eventually like to have a full set that the kids can play with. Who knows? Maybe by the time Minnie is actually toddling about they will have a set.

This is block #3. I call it the Utopia Block because it's based on the final room in the It's A Small World attraction in Walt Disney World. If you've never been, it's a room full of dolls from all around the world dressed in these pastel colors enjoying life together at a carnival of sorts, in a world of harmony. Doc calls it the Utopia Room. I like that.


The sides here include a hot air balloon, a kite, a Ferris Wheel, a piñata, a carousel horse and a balloon man. All of which can be seen throughout the ride. This is the first block to have a pattern written up for it and you can find it on Etsy as a digital file! I'm very proud of how professional it looks, and my mastery of Adobe Illustrator to create it! If you are interested in it, you can find it in my Etsy shop, Merryweather's Cottage.

If you work one of these up, I'd love to see what you've done! Tag us on Instagram (@merryweatherscottage) or leave a message here telling us where we can see your work. We love to see what our followers have been up to. And until next time, may all your days be filled with fairy dust!

Sitting With Grandmother Willow: Tarynne Wise

Today we have a guest in the cottage! 


Please meet Tarynne Wise of My Wise Designs. I first met Tarynne through Instagram. There's a terrific Disney community out there if you just look for it! Tarynne makes some fabulous Disney wallets from upcycled materials. Jimminy Cricket would be proud. You definitely need to check her out!


Disney by the numbers (with apologies to Harpers):
# of trips have you made? Ohh boy, I couldn't even guess! Way too many! One week I went 3 days!
Date of your next trip? Hopefully next weekend!
# of Resorts stayed in? I actually haven't stayed in any! We live about an hour away.
Usual # in your travel party? 2.. whether it be me and the boyfriend (who lucky for him had a pass when I met him!) or me and one of my nieces.
Pairs of mouse ears in your cottage? Just one that I got when I was little. 

Are you a WDW or Disneyland visitor? Disneyland!
How do you usually travel to Disney? In a car!
Do you have any tips for trips? Rest. Even if its for 5 minutes, it helps! Bring food some park food is so expensive and bring a refillable water bottle!
Do you have a favorite place to eat while in Disney? Lucky Fortune Cookery in California Adventure. The coconut curry is delicious!
What is your absolute DON'T MISS attraction? Space Mountain and Thunder Mountain.
Stage shows, yes or no? No.
Parades, yes or no? Sometimes!
Best Fast Pass to get: Space Mountain.
Favorite park: Disneyland
One piece of advice you'd give a novice about Disneyland: if you're going to go more than twice a year, a pass is a must!!

Tell us about your blog and Etsy shop.
My blog is where I post everything creative that I make! Mostly cards and Project Life. My Etsy shop is where I sell my goodies! I have cards and Disney Wallets.
How can we connect with you? 
     Instagram: tarynne419
     Etsy: mywisedesigns.etsy.com
     Blog: alltarynne.blogspot.com

Thanks so much to Tarynne for stopping by the cottage! And until next time, may all your days be filled with fairy dust!