The Cottage Journal

The Cottage Journal features decorating ideas, style tips, creative inspiration, and delicious recipes - and now you can enjoy every single page on the tablet! Create a warmer, more magical home with the beauty of nature and The Cottage Journal!

Editor’s Letter

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Warm Welcome • With holiday festivities in full swing, extend your outdoor decorations beyond the front door with an enchanting porch display.

Harvesting Holiday Magic • Refresh your home this holiday season with a few favorite tips from Annette Thurmon of Azure Farm, crafting a celebration that is both heartfelt and in harmony with nature.

Christmas by the Candlelight • When flurries begin to fall, candles glowing behind frosted windowpanes bring hope to all who see them. Displayed alongside enduring evergreen, these dainty torches carry a reminder of holidays past, when carols gently rang through the streets and a serene comfort filled the hearts of those gathered ’round the tree.

Upon the Bough • Whether fashioned by tiny hands or the gifted touch of master artisans, each ornament proudly displays its value when hung upon an evergreen branch. These silvered versions, gleaming beneath vibrant hues and sparkling glitter, hold a special place in the hearts of collectors who grew up arranging them on the tree.

Market Finds • Natural textures blend with soft pastels, creating a sophisticated yet lively holiday atmosphere that feels both festive and intimate.

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Christmas Jewel Box • A Dallas, Texas, interior designer merrily mingles saturated shades with new and heirloom décor for a home that’s a holiday treasure.

A December to Remember • Relishing in her last Christmas in her starter home, a professional tree decorator goes all out with an unforgettable play of patterns and bold colors.

Shades of the Season • Color and character abound in the Birmingham, Alabama, home Kate Evans created for her young family.

Embracing the Unexpected • At Christmastime, changes and challenges can spark something magical.

A Festive Family Affair • Christmas is a family event in the Cornish home, where everyone takes part in the joy of decorating.

New Home for the Holidays • This homeowner’s new, smaller home embraces big holiday cheer, giving fresh life and a place to showcase cherished ornaments and décor.

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A Place to Linger • Amid the rush of the holiday season, this Alabama homeowner’s kitchen inspires guests to sit and savor the moment.

Holiday Reverie • Blending rich colors and elegant designs, create a warm and inviting atmosphere this holiday season with a tablescape fit for a sophisticated seasonal celebration.

Fireside Fete • Enjoy a relaxed repast at this serene woodland-inspired tableau in the light of a crackling blaze.

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Wonderous Wreaths • Beautifully embellished and hung with care, wreaths epitomize happy holiday greetings.

Tranquility Blooms • Unearth the serene majesty of a wintertime garden showcased amidst the stillness of the season.

Winter Greenhouse Growth • Garden expert and Hartley Botanic contributor Matthew Biggs shares his advice for getting the most out of your greenhouse this winter.

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Stories of the Wild • Enamored by nature’s alluring presence, one artist spends her days in the marshes of an East Coast barrier island, illustrating the sights and sounds atop other forgotten beauties.

Making Spirits Bright • Artist Helen Lary translates abstract art into holiday keepsakes

Winter in Wilmington • Tour enchanting estates decked to the nines and enjoy luxurious accommodations at the Hotel du Pont for a sophisticated escape in Wilmington, Delaware.

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