Cottage in the Oaks https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/ following the creative call Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:29:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://i0.wp.com/www.cottageintheoaks.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-CITO-Logo-copy.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Cottage in the Oaks https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/ 32 32 48311136 Poetic Pigments Online Art Course https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/poetic-pigments-online-art-course/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/poetic-pigments-online-art-course/#respond Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:29:21 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12944 The upcoming online workshop "Poetic Pigments" launches on May 15, focusing on natural pigments and creative exploration. Participants will learn to create sun prints, custom palettes, and more, fostering a deep connection to materials. This course invites artists of all levels to embrace a slower, mindful art-making process at an early registration price.

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/poetic-pigments-online-art-course/feed/ 0 12944 My Heart is Heavy …. https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/my-heart-is-heavy/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/my-heart-is-heavy/#respond Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:52:43 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12936 I do not usually share these kinds of things. But my heart is heavy. Many of you know that our daughter, Sage, is a whitewater kayaker and is on the west coast leading expeditions. She is dating a special guy from Chile, Victor, who is a professional whitewater kayaker and quite renown. His sister, Carolina, […]

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/my-heart-is-heavy/feed/ 0 12936 What if This is Your Time? https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/what-if-this-is-your-time/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/what-if-this-is-your-time/#respond Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:53:51 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12931 Join a transformative retreat in Tuscany from May 25-31, where participants will embrace slow mornings, savor delicious conversations, and appreciate the beauty of the surroundings. This experience prioritizes meaningful connections over hurried sightseeing, inviting those seeking renewal and inspiration in a tranquil setting. Limited spots available, with just three remaining.

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/what-if-this-is-your-time/feed/ 0 12931 Layered Botanicals + Artifact Art Workshops https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/layered-botanicals-artifact-art-workshops/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/layered-botanicals-artifact-art-workshops/#respond Mon, 19 Jan 2026 23:28:02 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12927 Join our spring art workshops in Eastern North Carolina to embrace creativity and joy. Over the weekend, partake in Layered Botanicals (March 5-7) and Artifact (March 19-21) while exploring with various materials. Limited spots are available, inviting you to take time for yourself and your artistic journey. Reserve now!

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/layered-botanicals-artifact-art-workshops/feed/ 0 12927 Beauty That Changes You…. https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/beauty-that-changes-you/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/beauty-that-changes-you/#respond Tue, 13 Jan 2026 01:42:19 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12920 In Florence, Italy, an invitation is extended to embrace true beauty that unfolds in quiet moments. The upcoming May 2026 Tuscany Retreat encourages participants to slow down and authentically connect, savoring rich experiences, lasting friendships, and the simple joys of life, rather than rushing to check off a to-do list.

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/beauty-that-changes-you/feed/ 0 12920 A Water-Colored Life | Christmas Card 2025 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/a-water-colored-life-christmas-card-2025/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/a-water-colored-life-christmas-card-2025/#respond Tue, 16 Dec 2025 17:15:42 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12913 It all began with two hearts and one big promise — two colors swirled together on the canvas of faith. We didn’t have a clue what He was painting (and honestly, we still don’t always know!), but the light was beautiful and the hope was real. The Artist knew exactly what He was doing. With […]

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/a-water-colored-life-christmas-card-2025/feed/ 0 12913 The Layered Page | Online Course https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/the-layered-page-online-course/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/the-layered-page-online-course/#respond Mon, 25 Aug 2025 23:36:20 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12896 Join the online workshop "The Layered Page" starting September 19, available now at an early registration price. This course encourages creative exploration through printmaking, collage, and mixed media. Designed for all skill levels, participants will create personal artworks, fostering experimentation, technical skills, and a joyful connection to art.

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/the-layered-page-online-course/feed/ 0 12896 Knot of Remembrance https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/knot-of-remembrance/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/knot-of-remembrance/#respond Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:57:00 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12891 Whether we set a table for a meal, for a creative worksop, for a training—it always begins the same way before anyone arrives. We pray. Over each person that will gather with us, over our time together, that each heart will be nourished in places they didn't even know they were hungry…..

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/knot-of-remembrance/feed/ 0 12891 NYC Autumn Retreat https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/nyc-autumn-retreat/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/nyc-autumn-retreat/#respond Sat, 09 Aug 2025 10:22:00 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12879 Join us for an immersive NYC Autumn Retreat from October 9-12, 2025, with only two spots remaining. Experience the city's magic through the eyes of a local, exploring cozy cafés, independent bookstores, and vibrant neighborhoods. Enjoy meaningful connections, inspiring stories, and the beauty of NYC in the fall. Don't miss this unique opportunity!

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]]> https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/nyc-autumn-retreat/feed/ 0 12879 Tuscany Retreat 2026! https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/tuscany-retreat-2026/ https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/tuscany-retreat-2026/#respond Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:12:00 +0000 https://www.cottageintheoaks.com/?p=12883 The invitation to experience Tuscany offers a unique, immersive journey in springtime, embracing its serene landscapes and vibrant culture. Participants will connect in a beautiful medieval Borgo, explore Florence, enjoy creative workshops, and savor local cuisine while forming lasting friendships. It’s a heartfelt invitation to truly embody the Tuscan way of life.

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