Innholdsfortegnelse for October/November 2024 i Cottages and Bungalows

Fall has always been one of my favorite seasons. Yes, Christmas is my favorite holiday, but everything autumn brings gives me all the cozy feels. Living in Connecticut, we certainly have the privilege of the beauty that fall foliage has to offer and the fact that our home is surrounded by beautiful oak trees makes for the perfect backdrop for our cozy little home. There is nothing better than snuggling up under a warm blanket on chilly mornings with a pumpkin-spiced latte in hand. Filling up our home with the aroma of pumpkin bread and pies baking in the oven are a few simple pleasures of the season. We love going to the apple orchard to pick our own apples for making yummy treats and hiking to view all the…

Heidi Samia, a mom, wife and content creator, impressed us several years ago as a Top 3 finalist in our yearly Brand Ambassador search and she continues to inspire us, writing content for her social media platforms and website as Eleanor Rose Home, which she named after her family’s beloved rescue dachshund. We wanted to learn more about Heidi and how she curates her home, so we asked her some related questions. Her interesting and inspiring responses are below. CB: Can you tell us a bit about your home and community? Heidi: Our home is located on the South Coast of Massachusetts, about 20 minutes west of historic Plymouth, Massachusetts. We love the location of our home because we live on 2.5 acres surrounded by conservation land in a…

Do you ever scroll through social media accounts, websites or blogs and come across someone who always grabs your attention with their creativity and style? That’s how we feel about Jacqueline Turner and her avant-garde use of shades of pink in her autumn décor and tablescapes. Week after week, her breathtaking ideas impress us! We asked Jacqueline what inspires her and gathered a few tips for you to try at home. CB: When did your love of home décor begin? JT: My love for home décor began as a little girl. I used to watch my mom decorate our childhood home so beautifully in her French Country style. She also loved decorating for the holidays. Our Christmas tree and mantel were always dressed to the nines. She took her…

Whether for hosting family and friends or in the day-to-day hustle and bustle of life, the living room serves as a primary space for gathering. In many cases, it is the room that greets guests upon entering and creates the first impression for the rest of the home. Melissa Olson and Brent Green at Cottage & Key understand the importance of this heart of the home and carefully crafted a design that is relaxing, inviting and full of warmth. “We want people to feel happy, relaxed and comfortable enough to sink into the furniture and chat with friends and family for hours,” Melissa says. “It should feel like a warm hug the moment you walk through the door.” OPEN & INVITING One of the first things that strike the eye…

KEEPING IT CLASSIC Page 22 Cabinetry: Wood Creations, Terre Hill, Pennsylvania, woodcreationsllc.net. Range: Bertazzoni Heritage, us.bertazzoni.com. Pulls: Cotswold, Armac Martin, armacmartin.com. Island pendants: Lucia Rise & Fall, hectorfinch.com. Nook lighting: Paddington Pendant, The Limehouse Lamp Company, limehouselighting.com. Mudroom lighting: Edison Single Pendant, The Limehouse Lamp Company, limehouselighting.com. Hinges: CastIronHardwares, Etsy, etsy.com. Countertop: Virginia Soapstone, soapstoneva.com. Backsplash: Julep Tile Company, juleptile.com. Cookware: Bertazzoni, us.bertazzoni.com. A 20-YEAR PROJECT Page 36 To learn more about Elizabeth Drake, visit elizabethdrake.com. Sun porch white wicker: Walmart, walmart.com. Dining room tablecloth: Mrs. Alice, mrsalice.com. Dining retail floral fabric: Fabric World, fabricworld.com. Entry chairs: Ashley & Sloane, ashleyandsloane.com. Family room oriental rug: Rouzati Rugs, rouzatirugs.com. Family room oriental rug: Loloi Rugs, loloirugs.com. Fireplace marble tile: Artistic Tile, artistictile.com. Blue painting by Patrick Phillips: Phillips Johnston, phillipsjohnston.com. Swivel…

1 Nassau Vine Onyx Black Dining Chair Pad. This stylish chair pad is made in the USA in an authentic Colonial Williamsburg reproduction print of earthy blossoming vines on a black cotton background. It features lock-stitched seams and triple-stitched ties for greater durability and reversible to same fabric on both sides, from $35.98. Visit barnetthomedecor.com. 2 Briarwood Cottage Wreath. A mix of warm fall hues and natural accents make this 28” wreath with rustic charm perfect to cozy up your home, $249. Visit balsamhill.com. 3 Carnaby Yellow Paint. A richly pigmented mustard-yellow inspired by the depth of saffron, spice and yellow ochre. The name references the Swinging Sixties cool of this earth-toned sunshine shade, from $47. Visit anniesloan.com. 4 Madison Floral Pillow in Rose. Proudly designed and printed in Minneapolis,…

CHESSIE COTTAGE Welcome to Chessie Cottage on Chesapeake Bay! Just a short four-mile drive from the Bay Bridge, the charming neighborhood, at the final bend in the road, provides private parking and a delightful brick walkway that leads to the cottage entrance: a gabled roof over a mahogany arched Dutch door. Bay views greet you before ever entering the cottage, visible from the Dutch door straight through the west-facing wall of windows overlooking the Bay. You’ll have the entire spacious home to enjoy plus a full laundry room, a library nook with books, games and puzzles galore. A fully equipped kitchen makes cooking and cleaning up a breeze and dining at the butcher-block bar from historic Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone National Park makes it even more fun. With outdoor…

The exterior of the home is stunning but also sweet and welcoming. Landscaping has started, the intricate walkway brickwork is done and lighting and accessories are being added. The master bedroom features this gorgeous fireplace, surrounded by blue and white tile with a timeless nautical scene. The kitchen and pantry with custom cabinetry and an equestrian-themed tile will be show-stopping elements in the home. The living room offers not only a cozy place to snuggle up in front of the fire during the winter, but a patio with a view of the majestic nearby mountains. This soft and feminine bedroom will be perfect for any girl—big or little. See the design board on page 78 for all the pretty details to come.…

Who doesn’t love a porch full of pumpkins and fall florals? When the winds change to usher in autumn, it’s the perfect time to freshen up your outdoor spaces for the season. Pumpkins are the perfect go-to, but do you wonder what to do with them once you get them home? We’ve rounded up a few ideas for making your porch, patio, steps, or balcony inviting, colorful and long-lasting. 1. HAY Y’ALL! Hay bundles can be found at many home décor retailers, garden centers, craft stores and even some grocery and drugstores have a stack to choose from in the fall. Create a grouping on your porch or in the yard and layer them with pumpkins. Cheery faces painted on carved pumpkins make for a whimsical welcome. 2. CITY LIGHTS.…

Is your home calling for an infusion of life? Prepare to fall in love with a very special sort of cottage—the kind brimming with soul, comfort and memories. Join us as we delve into Fifi O’Neill’s inspiring world of joyful and sentimental cottage homes in her new book, The Soulful Cottage: Creating a Charming and Personal Home. In this gorgeous collection of cottage spaces and their stories, the author takes us on an exploration of what truly makes a home and which décor choices can really lend themselves to achieving that feeling of home and comfort that we all so deeply crave. Ready to get personal? Let’s see just how much soul your cottage can offer! THE POWER OF HEIRLOOMS Heirlooms are any kind of valuable objects that have stayed…