The Dressmaker Cottage: Where Cottages, Cakes, and Crafts Come Together

Welcome to The Dressmaker Cottage, a charming retreat nestled in the picturesque countryside, where cottages, cakes, and crafts intertwine to create a haven for all things creative. Whether you are a passionate sewer, a baking aficionado, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of handmade creations, this article is for you.

The Cottage

The Dressmaker Cottage is a beautifully restored 19th-century cottage, carefully designed to provide a serene and inspiring environment for craft lovers. With its rustic charm and cozy interiors, it offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Surrounded by lush greenery and fragrant flowers, the cottage provides a tranquil setting where creativity can flourish.

The Dressmaker's Cottage (Cottages, Cakes & Crafts series Book 6)

by De-ann Black (Kindle Edition)

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1642 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	162 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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The Cakes

Step into the charming kitchen of The Dressmaker Cottage, and the aroma of freshly baked treats will instantly captivate you. The cottage is not only a haven for craft enthusiasts but also a paradise for cake lovers. The resident baker, Emily, creates mouthwatering cakes that are as beautiful as they are delicious. From rich chocolate fudge cakes to delicate lemon tarts, her creations are guaranteed to satisfy even the most discerning palates.

The Crafts

Whether you are a seasoned crafter or a beginner looking to explore your creative side, The Dressmaker Cottage has something for everyone. The cottage's well-stocked crafting room is filled with a wide range of materials, from vibrant fabrics and yarns to beads and buttons. You can engage in various crafts such as sewing, knitting, embroidery, and jewelry making, honing your skills or discovering new ones under the guidance of experienced artisans.

The Experience

Staying at The Dressmaker Cottage is not just about enjoying the comforts of a cozy retreat or indulging in delectable cakes and crafts; it's about immersing yourself in an experience that rejuvenates your soul. From picturesque walks in the countryside to inspirational workshops and lively conversations with fellow craft enthusiasts, every moment spent here is an opportunity to connect with your creativity and find solace in the beauty of handmade creations.

So, if you are yearning for a getaway that combines the tranquility of a cottage, the indulgence of mouthwatering cakes, and the thrill of unleashing your creativity, look no further than The Dressmaker Cottage. Whether you seek solace in the stitches of a carefully crafted quilt or delight in the taste of a freshly baked cake, this charming retreat promises an experience like no other. Come and be inspired, and let The Dressmaker Cottage weave its magic on you.

The Dressmaker's Cottage (Cottages, Cakes & Crafts series Book 6)

by De-ann Black (Kindle Edition)

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	1642 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	162 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE

The Dressmaker’s Cottage is a 50,000 word romance set in Scotland. It’s the sixth book in the Cottages, Cakes & Crafts series. It can be read as a standalone, but as some of the storylines and characters intertwine, you may enjoy reading the whole series.

1. The Flower Hunter’s Cottage
2. The Sewing Bee by the Sea
3. The Beemaster’s Cottage
4. The Chocolatier’s Cottage
5. The Bookshop by the Seaside
6. The Dressmaker’s Cottage

Story:
Emmie lives in Edinburgh. She designs embroidery patterns and loves to sew and upscale vintage dresses.

By chance, she acquires beautiful vintage dresses, original designs made by the dressmaker many years ago. The dressmaker invites Emmie to bring them to her cottage in the lovely little village on the Scottish coast. And to enjoy a short break in a pretty cottage by the sea.

Emmie arrives on a hot summer’s day, and soon becomes involved in the dressmaker’s world of creating dresses for a television series. She extends her stay to work with the dressmaker, and joins the local sewing bee. She becomes involved in the local community, sewing dresses, knitting and quilting. She meets two handsome men — Hunter and Calum. But will she find romance with either of them?

As secrets from the dressmaker’s past come to light, and the local community’s lives intertwine, will Emmie find the romance and happiness she’s always longed for?

Note:
The book includes an embroidery pattern, designed by the author, De-ann Black, to download. The Dressmaker's Cottage embroidery is based on the book cover.

Romance books by De-ann Black:

Sewing, Crafts & Quilting series:
1. The Sewing Bee
2. The Sewing Shop

Quilting Bee & Tea Shop series:
1. The Quilting Bee
2. The Tea Shop by the Sea

Snow Bells Haven series:
1. Snow Bells Christmas
2. Snow Bells Wedding

Heather Park: Regency Romance

Summer Sewing Bee
Christmas Cake Chateau

The Sewing, Knitting & Baking series:
1. The Tea Shop
2. The Sewing Bee & Afternoon Tea
3. The Christmas Knitting Bee
4. Champagne Chic Lemonade Money
5. The Vintage Sewing & Knitting Bee

The Tea Shop & Tearoom series:
1. The Christmas Tea Shop & Bakery
2. The Christmas Chocolatier
3. The Chocolate Cake Shop in New York at Christmas
4. The Bakery by the Seaside
5. Shed in the City

Christmas Romance series:
1. Christmas Romance in Paris.
2. Christmas Romance in Scotland.

The Bitch-Proof Suit series:
1. The Bitch-Proof Suit
2. The Bitch-Proof Romance
3. The Bitch-Proof Bride

About the Author:
De-ann Black is a bestselling author, scriptwriter and former newspaper journalist. She has over 80 books published. Romance, crime thrillers, espionage novels, action adventure. And children’s books (non-fiction rocket science books and children's fiction).

She previously worked as a full-time newspaper journalist for several years. She had her own weekly columns in the press. This included being a motoring correspondent where she got to test drive cars every week for the press for three years.

Before being asked to work for the press, De-ann worked in magazine editorial writing everything from fashion features to social news. She was the marketing editor of a glossy magazine. She is also a professional artist and illustrator. Fabric design, dressmaking, sewing, knitting and fashion are part of her work.

Additionally, De-ann has always been interested in fitness, and was a fitness and bodybuilding champion, 100 metre runner and mountaineer. As a former N.A.B.B.A. Miss Scotland, she had a weekly fitness show on the radio that ran for over three years.

De-ann trained in Shukokai karate, boxing, kickboxing, Dayan Qigong & Jiu Jitsu. She is currently based in Scotland.

Her embroidery design books & colouring books are available in paperback on Amazon.