That surprised me. Yesterday it was 99, today it is 100! Hard to believe that I have actually managed 100 posts. What's more is that I have discovered such an incredible network of friends and like-minded crafters, collectors, sharing souls. Lucky us! Blogging is like going to a potluck social every day...everyone brings a dish for the table, we sit around, taste everything, have a little bit more and chat. Some people visit a lot, others stay quiet and observe. Some bring their knitting. Others forget to come sometimes. But most of us can't stay away- planning our outfits the night before. Thank you all for being such kind, supportive friends- for welcoming me into this blog-circle, linking my blog to yours and beyond. I really am so glad to be here.
As a thank you, I am making something today to give away. Got all my crafty stuff out, ideas turning, couch ready. Something for spring. If you want to be included in the drawing, leave a comment and I'll pick a name Monday. Have a happy and safe St.Patty's Day! Keep an eye out for those mischievous and charming leprechauns! xoC
By the way, Mrs. Staggs is back after a little break. Merryville has a new look...so glad she is home!
Hi! I followed your link from Daisy Cottage and you have a lovely blog. I haven't been blogging long myself, not up to 100 posts yet. Congrats on hitting 100! I love your analogy of this super blog community being like a pot-luck social. That's the best description of it I've ever read. xoxoxo
Posted by: Betty Jo | March 17, 2007 at 09:48 AM
I love your little shamrock girls! And aren't we all lucky to belong to this wonderful community of virtual friends?
Posted by: Jan | March 17, 2007 at 10:22 AM
You've captured perfectly what blogging is all about - a way to connect with people we probably wouldn't get to meet in person. Congratulations on your 100th post! I remember how surprising (and exciting) it was to reach 100, then 200 came around very quickly after that. Time really does fly :)
Posted by: janet | March 17, 2007 at 10:22 AM
Congratulations Charlotte, you have hit the 100 post milestone. Isn't it fun. I wish I could make you a chocolate pate and tea as a thank you. I so enjoy your blog and getting to know you. Who would have thunk that, that wonderful lady who wrote that craft book for mother and daughters, that my daughters and me so enjoyed would write a blog. I am so glad you did. Clarice
Posted by: clarice | March 17, 2007 at 10:26 AM
Oh happy day!Congratulations on your big 100 Charlotte. What a wonderful trip it has been.
Posted by: Jen | March 17, 2007 at 10:34 AM
Lovely post about blogging in general. I do get distracted by everyone's "dishes"! Sometimes I have to "eat alone" or I never get my own work done!
Posted by: Loretta | March 17, 2007 at 10:35 AM
Our copy of your mother and daughters craft book is now into the next generation, as my daughter and granddaughters find fun activities in it!
Cheers on your 100th posting!!
Posted by: Joan | March 17, 2007 at 10:38 AM
Oh, Miss Charlotte, I can't believe it is 100 already! Where has the crafting time gone??? I agree this blogging community of crafters is so different than the snooty communities of artists I have tried to feel comfortable in. I much prefer the laid back, sharing approach to creativity hands down. The glittering and gluing, and giggling and sharing community that grows bigger and bigger with each day. I was just writing this to Mis Sis Boom and here you are echoing the same sentiments! So glad and honored to be a part of your coffee klatch (as my mother would say)!!!
Congratulations!!!!
Posted by: cari | March 17, 2007 at 10:38 AM
Oh boy!! 100 already....sigh....they grow up so fast. Can't wait to see what you whip up today. :)
Posted by: teresa | March 17, 2007 at 10:46 AM
Charlotte! Happy 100th Post!! Every one of your posts brings a smile to my face! What a happy little blogdom we have here! I love your little shamrock girls and look forward to what your next 100 posts bring! xo-Melfie
Posted by: Melissa Lobdell | March 17, 2007 at 10:50 AM
I love the comparison of blogging to a potluck dinner.
And I'd love to be included in your drawing!
I enjoy your site.
Posted by: Barbara H. | March 17, 2007 at 10:57 AM
Hi Charlotte! I love how you so eloquently described our crafty blog-dom. I love the "planning our outfits the night before"...so glad to hear how much you enjoy blogging and I'm thrilled you have a blog. I can't believe you are at 100 already! Of course I would love to be included in the drawing. Now I'm off for some couch crafting too! xoxo Lia
Posted by: lia | March 17, 2007 at 11:06 AM
I was so happy to find your blog. I am a big fan and love your books.
Thanks for sharing your many talents and gifts.
Stacie
Posted by: Stacie | March 17, 2007 at 11:18 AM
Good luck with yhour 100th post Charlotte.
I am crossing my fingers for my name on Monday :-)
Posted by: Britt-Arnhild | March 17, 2007 at 11:22 AM
Happy 100th:D I've just started and can't imagine reaching 100! I like your blog and love your descriptions. I look forward to visiting often.
Posted by: Vickie C | March 17, 2007 at 11:23 AM
Happy 100th post!! May you have many more!
Posted by: Julie | March 17, 2007 at 11:53 AM
I would love to be included in your drawing. Love your blog! Endless source of inspiration! You are mega talented! -Alisa
Posted by: Alisa Logue | March 17, 2007 at 11:55 AM
Hi Charlotte...I so look forward to your posts and feel like I "know" you! With a name like Kelly, I surely must be destined to win your little giftee...Linda K. in Kansas
Posted by: Linda K | March 17, 2007 at 11:58 AM
Hi Charlotte!
Congrats on your 100th post! Your work is always so lovely and inspiring!
:) Heather
Posted by: Heather | March 17, 2007 at 12:03 PM
Happy 100th! I'll have seconds on that potluck dinner--please pass the baubles and bits my way!
Great analogy to describe this virtual world.
Wishing you another happy 100!
Posted by: theresa | March 17, 2007 at 12:04 PM
Hi Charlotte
I have been a fan of yours for a long time. Your work is incredible! Thanks for sharing a bit of yourself with all of us!
Lou Ann
Posted by: Lou Ann | March 17, 2007 at 12:06 PM
Here's to the next 100, Charlotte! So glad that I found your happy blog. Cheers.
Posted by: Tammy | March 17, 2007 at 12:09 PM
Oh how lovely the little Irish girls are! I have 3 little Irish lassies myself! Love your blog! Love your ideas! Thank you for sharing them with us all.
Posted by: Rosemary P. | March 17, 2007 at 12:18 PM
yay! your 100th post! I love reading your blog :)
Posted by: claudine hellmuth | March 17, 2007 at 12:28 PM
Lucky You? No, Lucky Us!
So happy to have virtually met you; your art and life stories make every day richer for sharing.
Love.
Posted by: suzi finer | March 17, 2007 at 12:53 PM
I've enjoyed stopping by for most of your first 100 posts. Thank you for those sweet moments and I look forward to the next 100.
Posted by: Wendy | March 17, 2007 at 12:53 PM
So enjoy reading your blog and looking at the pics! Thanks!
Posted by: Posey | March 17, 2007 at 12:56 PM
What a wonderful post to celebrate your first blogaversary! You summed it up so well. I'm really glad you joined "the club" and look forward to another year of fun and sharing!
Posted by: ~vicki | March 17, 2007 at 01:01 PM
Congratulations, Charlotte, on your 100th post. Your blog is always a treat, and I look forward to the next 100 posts. Thanks for sharing!
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | March 17, 2007 at 01:13 PM
Happy 100th! It's great to have you on my favorites list! Your blog is always a fun visit!
Posted by: Julie | March 17, 2007 at 01:16 PM
Dear Miss Charlotte, thanks for being such a sweet and supportive blogger - for visiting my blog, sending sweet emails, and for sharing your life and inspiration with us.
Happy 100!
Crystal
Posted by: **Crystal** | March 17, 2007 at 02:19 PM
happy blogging milestone! i love checking in here!
Posted by: maura | March 17, 2007 at 02:30 PM
Congratulations on your 100th post! I enjoy reading your blog.
Posted by: Shar | March 17, 2007 at 02:57 PM
An Irish toast to 100 more posts! Slainte mhath!
Posted by: colleen | March 17, 2007 at 03:22 PM
Congratulations! I enjoy your blog! I would love to enter your giveaway, and please do check out mine if you haven't yet done so!
http://bluebirdroses.blogspot.com/2007/03/spring-giveaway-as-mentioned-i-will-be.html
Posted by: Becca | March 17, 2007 at 03:24 PM
Love your blog, LOVE it!!!
Posted by: marsha | March 17, 2007 at 03:38 PM
Hi Charlotte, it's really amazing this blogging community and I've been discovering and meeting cool people and being very inspired by many of them. Congrats on your 100th post. I will be giving away too, an Easter Egg Box that I made and you are invted to come by and take a look! You are very talented and your feedback will be awesome. Thanks a lot!
Posted by: Z.L. | March 17, 2007 at 03:39 PM
Yay! Congratulations on your 100th post! You obviously have a knack for blogging... you're a natural! Your blog is a fabulous addition to the community, its now one of my faves.
Posted by: jenny b harris | March 17, 2007 at 04:08 PM
boy, charlotte, i'm joining the cast of thousands here! congratulations on your blogging birthday, let's pull up to my little wooden yellow cafe table and lift teacups in your blog's honor! xoxo
Posted by: nina | March 17, 2007 at 04:10 PM
Congratulations on reaching 100! I absolutely love your blog, actually found it through your etsy store, which I always drool over!
Posted by: May | March 17, 2007 at 04:18 PM
Happy St Patricks Day. Congratulations on your 100th post.
Posted by: Rachael | March 17, 2007 at 04:24 PM
Congratulations and thank you! I am a quiet, but a grateful participant in the delicious-ness of your blog.
Posted by: Carol | March 17, 2007 at 04:29 PM
I have enjoyed your blog very much and hope to continue to do so for a very long time!
I would love to be included in your special drawing...
Happy St. Patty's...
Posted by: Dawn | March 17, 2007 at 04:54 PM
how fun! its always a riot to see all your fans come out of the woodwork for little 'events' such as these!!
congrats on the big 100!
Posted by: paige | March 17, 2007 at 05:07 PM
Congrats on the 100th post, I just started my blog and 100 posts seems so far away, thank you for taking the time to share your creations and adventures with us all! And Happy St. Patricks Day too!
Posted by: Genevieve | March 17, 2007 at 05:07 PM
Wow that was quick, congratulations on your 100th post and thankyou for your kind and supportive words the other day.
Posted by: carolyn | March 17, 2007 at 05:40 PM
I am so glad you part of the blogshere sice we are the "lucky" ones who get to come here to see all of the wonderful things you make and do. Congrats on 100 posts, and please do include me in the drawing. I can't wait to see what you create for the special occasion.
Posted by: pam | March 17, 2007 at 06:01 PM
Congratulations Charlotte! I'm so pleased you've started blogging and that we've become friends. Thank you for all the ways that you share of yourself and for the lovely welcome home.
I've loved your posts of your trip and especially the one about the artwork inspiring your photographs.
Posted by: Mrs.Staggs | March 17, 2007 at 07:15 PM
Congratulations on 100! I have really enjoyed reading your blog, keep up the great work!
Liz T.
Posted by: Liz Taylor | March 17, 2007 at 07:54 PM
Congrats on your 100th post! I love those little shamrock girls!
Posted by: Katie | March 17, 2007 at 08:36 PM