Innholdsfortegnelse for Summer 2022 i The Cottage Journal

SUNNY LIVING In our visits to cottages across the country, sunlight has always added that stroke of charm to a home. Not only is dappled light throughout a sunny retreat beautiful to observe as the day progresses, it also adds warmth to every space. From soft palettes that exude serenity to vivid colors that energize the ordinary, this issue takes you inside cottages that say, “Welcome home!” Six fantastic homes and many ideas, tips, and charming spaces are sure to inspire you. For some homeowners, a cottage that evokes a happy feeling is one full of color in everything from fabrics and furniture to artwork. Such is the case in “Bold, Bright, and Built for Family” on page 63, beginning with an updated formal living room. Vibrant velvet swivel chairs…

After years spent living in an outdated ’90s kitchen featuring a U-shape peninsula that was anything but functional, homeowner Skye Blair was ready for her dream kitchen. Through following design accounts on Instagram, she discovered Rachel Anderson and Natalie Roe—the stylish sisters and design duo behind March + May Design. “Skye loves to cook, so she wanted to have an inspiring place to come back to,” Rachel says. Balancing durability with quality, Rachel and Natalie set out to make a timeless and functional space that would keep up with the busy lifestyle of this wife and mom of three. Skye’s desire for a 48-inch French range and an anything-but-white kitchen led Rachel to suggest she merge the two and opt for the blue range, which now serves as a striking…

During Mariana Barran Goodall’s childhood in Mexico, finding a pitcher of hibiscus tea in the fridge meant one thing—they were expecting guests. “It was something to make sure people knew they were being welcomed,” says the Houston, Texas-based artist of the bright-red beverage that was her mother’s unique way of welcoming people. And that special gesture and passion for entertaining became part of the inspiration behind Hibiscus Linens. “I feel like there’s a lot of power in expecting somebody,” Mariana says. That belief, combined with summers spent in Spain and France, where she learned skills like embroidery and crocheting, culminated in a company that specializes in making people feel special—whether that’s through linens designed for special occasions or classes aimed at nurturing others’ creativity. “The idea that … you can…

Vintage Vibe Pages 13–16—Interior designs by Sarah Hayes, Sarah Hayes Design. Fabric panels and pillows in Magnolias in Citron & Peacock by Schumacher. Tables, chairs, and sofa from Serena & Lily. Drinkware, flatware, plates, and barware from Pottery Barn. Fostering Serenity Pages 25–32—Interior designs by Lisa Kahn, Lisa Kahn Designs. Timeless in Tennessee Pages 33–42—Interior designs by Julie Couch, Julie Couch Interiors. Coastal Retreat Pages 43–52—Interior designs by Vicky Serany and Kayla Boyle, Southern Studio Interior Design. Built by Whitney Blair Custom Homes. Architectural designs by Allison Ramsey Architects. Pages 43–44—Accent chairs and sofas from Lee Industries. Page 46—Dining table from Made Goods. Dining chairs from Lee Industries. Window treatment fabric from Thibaut. Page 47—Barstools from Serena & Lily. Page 49—(Top) Sofa and sofa pillows from Lee Industries. Side table…

DESIGNER SARAH HAYES Interior designer Sarah Hayes is a mother of four and understands the many needs a home must meet. “It’s my goal and purpose to help families create homes that enhance their daily lives without sacrificing quality or style,” she says. “My designs are a tribute to the unique lives lived within them.” For more, visit sarahhayesdesign.com.…

Pamela Tomlin has always had an artistic flair. “The creative bug is in my genes,” she says. After more than 20 years of living and working in New York City as a television producer and traveling all over the world, she and her husband and fellow producer, John, moved to the coastal town of Ipswich, Massachusetts. In classic New England fashion, Pamela was quick to give their cozy saltbox-style house by the water a name: “Clam Box” was the perfect fit. She decided to make a nautical sign that spelled out the name, unaware that a blossoming new creative venture was about to begin. Using the international nautical alphabet—which allowed for pre-radio communications between ship captains by substituting flags for letters and numbers—Pamela created a sign to display outside her…

On her popular interior design blog, Miss Mustard Seed, Marian Parsons shares her passion for DIY, painting, and design, putting her knowledge to the test to help others create a home that feels unique to them. Now, she’s released a book, Feels Like Home: Transforming Your Space from Uninspiring to Uniquely Yours, to teach readers how to make an ordinary house feel like the home of their dreams. Throughout the book’s 304 pages, Marian dives into each room in the home and shares beautiful design tips and simple style ideas that could fit your personal taste. She takes readers behind the scenes and shares her thought processes when selecting pieces for her own home. Feels Like Home also includes assignments in each chapter, challenging readers to examine what about a…

Located in a charming Alexandria, Virginia, neighborhood called Del Ray, this Craftsman-style cottage underwent a design transformation to suit the growing family that calls it home. “We didn’t have children when we first moved in,” says homeowner Laura Winstead, recalling the once compartmentalized 1,796-square-foot bungalow she and Jeremy Robison share with their two young children as well as a cocker spaniel. “It worked for Jeremy and me, but as our family grew, so did our wish list.” The couple began renovating the home just prior to the pandemic. “We really wanted to have a large kitchen and family room in the back of the house,” says Laura. “And a mudroom was a must.” In July 2020, as luck would have it, Laura and Jeremy hired the perfect team to create…

Spring has its pastel petals and autumn its rusty hues, but come summertime, vibrant florals reign supreme, capturing the season’s pizzazz. With 11 years of experience growing everything from cut flowers for cultivation to wildflowers that support pollinator habitats, Jenn and Adam O’Neal of PepperHarrow Farm share their expertise. “With summer blooms, I initially think of flowers that are bright, vibrant, and cheery—so definitely zinnias and sunflowers,” says Jenn. While these two varieties are seasonal showstoppers, the couple notes celosia, snapdragons, and cosmos as additional blooms sometimes overlooked. “We really love celosia,” says Jenn, noting its ability to thrive in warmer temperatures. At PepperHarrow, the seedling growth process begins about four to six weeks before the last frost. By mid-June, row upon row of radiant sunflowers and zinnias in eye-catching…