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How to Get the Cottagecore Decorating Look: A Home That Feels Collected
There’s something wonderfully comforting about cottagecore style. Inspired by country cottages, old-fashioned homes, and a slower way of living, cottagecore decorating celebrates rooms that feel warm, personal, and collected rather than perfectly coordinated. It’s a highly popular trending style where floral wallpaper, antique furniture, handmade textiles, well-loved dishes, and flowers from the garden all feel…
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Beautiful French Country Kitchen: Timeless Design with Soft Gray Cabinetry
Today’s French country kitchen has a way of feeling both elegant and welcoming. The space features a blend of rustic materials with refined details, creating an inviting kitchen for everyday living while still feeling thoughtfully designed. In this kitchen, painted gray cabinetry, warm wood furniture, distressed finishes, and vintage-inspired lighting create a relaxed atmosphere that…
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The Best Things to Do in Kyoto: Our Favorite Temples and Hidden Gems
Kyoto felt like stepping into another world, where centuries-old traditions blend seamlessly with everyday life. During our stay in a beautifully restored Machiya, a traditional Japanese wooden townhouse, we explored peaceful temples, wandered through bamboo groves and historic neighborhoods, admired colorful shrines, and discovered charming streets lined with teahouses and local shops. Every corner seemed…
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I live where the suburbs meet the country, which affords me the best of both worlds. Come along on my journey where I share decorating, cooking, gardening and more as it relates to both city and rural life. Visit my new sister site, POND AND GARDEN, for outdoor ideas and inspiration.
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My name is Jennifer and I started my blog in 2011 as a way to motivate myself by chronicling improvements to my circa 1875 house. I figured if I was writing about what I was doing, I’d be more likely to tackle and actually finish home improvement projects.
I remarried on June 30, 2011 and my husband and I talked about buying a new home together. But we both love it here in our little town and decided to stay put. The town has more than tripled in size since living here, but I still consider it to be small compared to the other Chicago ‘burbs.
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