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Christmas tree and small potted tree in Christmas cottage with natural and vintage decor

A Natural, Nostalgic and Nautical Christmas Cottage

December 10, 2023
Written by Meryl Schoenbaum
Photographed by David A. Land
Styled by Heather Bullard

Homeowner Lori Guyer likes to keep her cottage farmhouse’s Christmas décor simple and natural, but it’s far from being plain and boring. In fact, to make sure her 1850-built home had an authentic “vintage natural” ambiance—along with unexpected elements—Lori hired stylist Heather Bullard to dress her Christmas cottage.

Christmas whimsy tree with beige and pinks

Christmas Whimsy in a Utah Home

December 9, 2023
Written by Autumn Krause
Photographed by Jessica White

Pretty silks, thin taper candles, vintage finds and cedar garlands fill a Utah home with Christmas whimsy and romance.

Holiday Kitchen Inspiration

December 7, 2023
Written by Kelly McMaster

Give the hardest-working space in your home a big serving of holiday cheer. Looking for holiday kitchen inspiration? The holidays often find us spending more time than usual in our…

A Cozy Christmas Kitchen

December 3, 2023
Written, Styled and Photographed by Kara Williams

It’s the most wonderful time of the year; and, as we start to decorate our trees and hang our stockings, let’s not forget to spread Christmas cheer to the heart of the home—the kitchen!

Christmas curb appeal in Craftsman bungalow in Boise

Christmas Curb Appeal: A Bungalow Beauty in Boise

November 30, 2023
Written by Kelly McMaster

A charming and well-loved home exterior always grabs our attention (and we know you love them, too). We hosted a “curb appeal” contest earlier this year and, after many entries, along with a narrowing-down process and a community vote on our Cottages & Bungalows website, the winner emerged as Jackie Cessna of Boise, Idaho!

large canvas print as holiday decor above mantel

Winter Wonders: Enriching Your Home with Elegant Canvas Prints for Christmas

November 28, 2023
Photography by Canvasdiscount.com

As winter rolls in, it’s time to start thinking about pulling those Christmas decorations out of storage. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll be decking out more than just the tree, and turning the whole house into a winter wonderland!

Liz Marie Galvan Christmas greenhouse

Christmas Palette: A Splash of Red With Neutrals

November 24, 2023
Written by Kelly McMaster
Photographed by David Sparks

Author, blogger, shop owner and one of the most recognizable faces in the home décor genre on social media, Liz Marie Galvan exudes style and creativity in everything she does, including the Christmas palette of this charming greenhouse behind her main house in Michigan. It doubles as sled storage during the winter, along with sheltering other winter gear that needs to be kept dry from the snow.

farmers market fall kitchen with pumpkins and sunflower bouquet

A Farmers Market Fall

November 17, 2023
WRITTEN by AUTUMN KRAUSE

The world dies a beautiful death every fall, heralded by blustery days and cool nights, fiery leaves and sunsets that are even more fiery. Everything turns inward, making us want to draw close to crackling fires and books perfumed with old paper and leather. This is exactly the time to head to your local farmers markets to shop for the fall bounty that’s unique to your area and is raised by local growers.

A Colorful Historic Home in Nashville

November 10, 2023
WRITTEN by MERYL SCHOENBAUM
PHOTOGRAPHED by LESLIE BROWN
STYLED by LAUREN ELDER

Nashville, Tennessee, is a kaleidoscope of color, country and character, so it’s fitting that Daniel and Stacy Clayton would want their historic home in this lively city to reflect its unique charm, as well as their personal passions.

wide angle view of kitchen with chandelier and tiled backsplash in maximum style California home

Maximum Style Cottage

November 7, 2023
WRITTEN by AUTUMN KRAUSE
PHOTOGRAPHED by BRET GUM

The maximum style cottage was not always so stylish. When Mitch and Trenna Berry purchased their 1965 home 30 years ago in Yorba Linda, California, it was the worst house in the best neighborhood. It sat on a dreamy street among custom houses. However, in the proverbial competition to “keep up with the Joneses,” it was dead last.

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