12 Days of Cottage Christmas Archives

dining room with floral pattern wallpaper, painted check floors and a vintage dining table

November 17, 2019
Written & Styled by Jickie Torres
Photography by Bret Gum
Printables illustations by Lauren Rebbeck

Well! You made it to day 12! The last day of our Cottage Christmas preparation guide! It can sometimes feel nonstop, right? Hosting during the holidays. From Thanksgiving on, our merry-making…

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Lifestyle

Here’s Why You Should Pre-Prep Your Holiday Storage

November 16, 2019
Written and photographed by Jickie Torres
Illustrations by Lauren Rebbeck

We know, you’re barely starting to decorate for Christmas. But thinking ahead to when you’ll be packing your decor and holiday supplies back up will actually help you keep your…

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Lifestyle

The Art of Sending Out Holiday Cards

November 15, 2019
Written by Jickie Torres
Illustrations by Lauren Rebbeck

Sending out holiday cards is one of those bygone traditions that’s managed to stick around. And why not? It’s fun to send— and receive— meaningful mail! Holiday cards are often…

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heart gift tag printed with a photo of a couple

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Creative Christmas Gift Wrap & Tags

November 13, 2019
written by Margie Monin Dombrowski
Printables illustrations by Lauren Rebbeck

These days, Christmas wrapping has become an art form. There plenty of ways to add personal touches to every detail of your gift wrapping, from the gift box itself to…

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Design Ideas

Prep for Christmas Guests

November 13, 2019
Written by Jickie Torres
Photography by Bret Gum

With the holidays come holiday guests. So you’ll want to plan for accommodating those christmas guests who are spending this special time of year with you. But updating your guest…

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caramel-chocolate-cookies with brown paper packages

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Entertaining

Get Neighborly with Christmas Cookies

November 12, 2019
Written by Margie Monin Dombrowski

The holidays are a time for gift giving and baking, and when the two ideas come together, they’re even sweeter. With all the time and care put into the baking…

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Entertaining

How to set the Holiday Table

November 11, 2019
Written by Margie Monin Dombrowski

The holidays are a special time of year to host unforgettable gatherings and parties with friends and family. With guests on their way over soon for the holidays, take the…

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Colorful pillows, wall art and tabletop accents come together with fresh festive style in Jodi Kammerer's living room. Photo by Treve Johnson.

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Easy Christmas Decorating: Update your accents & accessories

November 10, 2019
Written by Margie Monin Dombrowski

Are the holidays your favorite time of year? They are for us because Christmas is a time when you can go all out with your decorating. The more holiday decor…

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a christmas gift list worksheet next to a teacup and tree-shaped shortbread cookies

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Shopping

How to Organize your Christmas Shopping List

November 9, 2019
Written by Margie Monin Dombrowski

It’s that time of year again, when your Christmas shopping list continues to grow and grow. You’re making your list and checking it twice. You have to get gifts for…

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christmas mantel with garland and wooden christmas village

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Merry Up Your Christmas Mantel

November 8, 2019
Written by Margie Monin Dombrowski

When it comes to decking your halls for the holidays, decorating your Christmas mantel is just as important as festooning your Christmas tree with tinsel and baubles. Your mantel, after…

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