Cottage Style Homes and Modern Living

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December 1, 2018
Written by Kris Christensen

Everybody knows that a good morning starts the evening before. Of course, Christmas is no exception. With anticipation building throughout the holiday season and leading to the discovery of St.…

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A Pink Cottage with a Unique History

November 27, 2018
Written by Christen Hong

Have you ever stepped into a space and been able to feel its rich history emanate all around you? Susan De Vries reveals the interesting background of a 162-year-old pink…

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Picturesque English Cottages For Your New Year Family Vacation

November 25, 2018
Written by Jin Hyun

Christmas and the New Year present the perfect excuse for families to gather together from all across the country. It’s no wonder this is one of the busiest travel seasons…

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How to Get Your Holiday Gifts in Order

November 24, 2018
Written by Kris Christensen
Photography by Bret Gum
Styled by Jickie Torres
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For some, gift giving is a joy and breeze. The dog-walker’s favorite treat is already ordered and on its way, and you snagged the perfect journal for your mom the…

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Cool & Collected: Silver Punch Bowls

November 21, 2018
Written by Madison Nauta

What was once a symbol of status is now a staple for the modern-day entertainer. The origin of punch bowls goes back to the 1600s, when they were used to…

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Cottages of the Future: 3D Printing Your Home

November 18, 2018
Written by Jin Hyun

Imagine a world where machines could simply print and re-print multiple homes in under 24 hours without taking any breaks. A collaboration from New Story – a nonprofit company that builds…

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Renting Out Your Cottage: 5 Things to Know

October 19, 2018
Written by Caitlin Ragan

Seems like everyone is getting in on the AirBnB, VBRO business these days. And why not? Thanks to it’s ease of use and enticing second income opportunity, listing your cottage…

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Cool & Collected: Brown Transferware

October 18, 2018
Written by Sarah Jane Stone
Photography by Jickie Torres
Produced by Diane Sedo

Transferware, with its iconic style and pastoral designs, is a result of the new lifestyle brought on by the era of mass-produced items. Collectors of this pretty pottery are drawn…

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Shelf Life: Vintage Book Collection

October 16, 2018
Written by Elise Portale

Books are a dime a dozen—sometimes literally so, if you’re looking at a flea market. But as commonplace as these printed-and-bound finds are, what makes a book collection unique is…

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Tiny Cottage Dream

October 11, 2018
Written by Caitlin Ragan

If you ever wanted to experience the trend of tiny living, why not give it a test run on vacation? Dubbed ‘The Doll’s House,’ this Cornish tiny cottage embodies large…

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6 Musts for Christmas Eve and Christmas Morning

A Pink Cottage with a Unique History

Picturesque English Cottages For Your New Year Family Vacation

How to Get Your Holiday Gifts in Order

Cool & Collected: Silver Punch Bowls

Cottages of the Future: 3D Printing Your Home

Renting Out Your Cottage: 5 Things to Know

Cool & Collected: Brown Transferware

Shelf Life: Vintage Book Collection

Tiny Cottage Dream

Calm, Cool & Collected

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