Design Tip: Natural Fiber Rugs
Do you love the look of natural fiber rugs, but are unsure of which kind would work for your home? If so, here are a few tips to help you find the right natural fiber (or alternative) rug to achieve...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Spring is in the Air!
Spring is here, and with the blooming of buds on the trees and flowers in our gardens, here at Cottage Home we are inspired to bring that color inside! It’s time to shed the wool blankets, kick off the...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Beadboard Paneling
Image: BHG Beadboard paneling is an old fashioned wall treatment that creates a charming cottage style decor. It used to be installed board by board, but over time humidity and moisture buckled the...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Orange Decor
Click on any image to learn more! 1. Sig Melon Fabric Summer House Upholstered Collection $48 per yard | 2. Sunny Insignia Flat Weave Rug $223 | 3. Sunny Jagges Stripe Flat Weave Rug $223 | 4....
View ArticleDesign Tip: Weathered Painted Finishes
Both driftwood and whitewashed furniture finishes are gaining popularity and demand in today’s decorating trends. Whether it is a modern living room, or a rustic dining room, these finishes fit in...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Laundry Room Styles
Browsing online we always see these absolutely beautiful laundry rooms that inspire the desire to redecorate this nook of the home immediately! The approach to decorating your laundry room shouldn’t...
View ArticleTop 5 Reasons to Use Barn Doors
1. Space Saver When working with small spaces, as cottages often are, we are always looking for clever ways to save space. Using barn doors in lieu of traditional swing doors, not only offers a custom...
View Article9 Uses For Reclaimed Wood In The Home
At Cottage Home, we specialize in custom made furniture using reclaimed wood. The weathered wood boards are taken from old barns and buildings and then re-purposed into beautiful hand-made furniture....
View ArticleOur 17 Favorite Uses for Nautical Rope
Rope is a must have accent when creating a nautical inspired design scheme. It provides a true maritime feel and can be used in so many ways. We have gathered our 17 favorite rope accents to use in the...
View ArticleBlue Painted Stairs 6 Ways
Painted stairs are such a fun way to add color and personality to your home in an unexpected way – whether you are looking to jazz up your entryway or distinguish a back staircase. We’ve collected six...
View ArticleFall Dining Decor
From simple table accents to elaborate tablescapes, your dining table is a great place to showcase your personal style. Here are our favorite awe inspiring table designs for this fall. Which tablescape...
View ArticlePainted Ceilings For Every Room
Poor ceilings. It seems they have been neglected for so long – banished to the boring corridors of plain white. Well, no longer! Painting a ceiling is a great way to add color and visual interest to...
View ArticleDesign Guide: Bed Frame Sizes
Widths and lengths for common mattresses and support systems are highly standardized within the United States and Canada. However, mattress heights are not standard and will vary by style,...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Sizing and Hanging Chandeliers
Chandeliers are an important design element in the home that bring both fashion and function to a space. Lighting defines and accentuates the ambiance you want to create in your home by creating...
View ArticleDesign Tip: Keeping It Cozy
When the snow is falling, the wind is whipping, and the snow plows are out, there is only one place to stay warm – inside! Making your home cozy is essential in the long, cold winter months here in...
View ArticleOur Favorite Coastal Kitchens
These coastal kitchens are amazing! They each have their own distinct style, but all share the same aqua and white color palette, phenomenal tiled back-splashes, and beautiful pendant lighting. It’s...
View ArticleColor Board: Purple Reign
1. Purple Soumak Wool Rug 4’x6′, $770 (other sizes available) | 2. Quartz Stripe Woven Cotton Rug 4’x6′, $112 (other sizes available) 3. Purple Alhambra Vinyl Floor Cloth 5’x5′, $390...
View ArticleColor Board: Teal & Tangerine
1. Stems Coral Fabric (F), $85/yd Shoreline Slipcovered Furniture | 2. Teal Alhambra Vinyl Floor Cloth, 5’x5′, $390 (other sizes available) | 3. Pepperrell Cove Upholstered Sofa, 84″W,...
View ArticleGet the Look: Vintage Rustic Bedroom
Inspiration Image: Better Homes & Gardens 1. Fiona Small Chandelier, 27″D x 33″H, $1,400 | 2. Eva Iron Bed, Vintage Iron Bed Collection, shown in Vintage Beige, starting at $1,845, 35 standard...
View ArticleInspiration Board: Denim and Daffodils
1. Five Skippers at Sea Canvas Giclee, 30″ x 45″ (other sizes available), $380 | 2. Lake Murray Bench, customizable length, 36″H, from $675, Lake House Furniture Collection | 3. Gypsy Stripe...
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