COTTAGE STYLE AT HOME

Good Morning Loves..
tell me what it is that you love...
what style of home draws you in and speaks to your soul?
Breathe softly....there are no rules when it comes
to decorating your home...
I will tell you what I love the most....
traditional and cottage style...along with
a touch of French Country..

As a child, both of my grandparents homes were magical to me...
furniture that had been passed down through time...
everything was beautiful..
it felt safe and comfortable....
as did my childhood home..
my Mothers favorite color was blue,
the yard was full of old Azaleas, gardenias and camellias...
There is nothing that says, "WELCOME",
like a cottage style garden...
it is a feeling of relaxation and peacefulness..
roses, peonies, and hollyhocks...lavender..
there are no rules...



Table linens of checks and gingham paired with 
toile dinnerware will fill your dining experience
with pleasant thoughts and easy conversation..
Create an easy centerpiece with greenery from the garden..
don't focus of perfection, but rather making
everyone feel welcome and taken care of.....
serve platters of fruit , wedges of cheese, a caprese salad
and french bread slathered with butter..

A thoughtfully arranged table..
it need not be expensive or over the top..
more casual and free flowing with elements
of nature..old vases filled with slim branches..
use tea towels for napkins and add a scarf from your closet
for a table topper.

Use rich textures and colors in your living space....
add outdoor elements and cozy throws....
woven baskets, crockery, and wooden bowls
create a vignette on a entry table by displaying
your favorite antiques..

When styling a bookshelf,
try to stick to a color palette..
use the bookcase to showcase your collections
stand  your books up or stack them
horizontally..remove the jackets for
a more uniform look.
Start from the bottom and work your way up....

The layered bed....
quilts are essential..
choose bedding you love and that will
help you sleep well

When I think of my grandmother's house,
I think of lazy summer days...
playing and running...picking blackberries
and catching lighting bugs..
think of
adding a lovely hammock with pillows and throws
which will simply add to the charm of your cottage home.....
a perfect time to spend an evening under the stars...
allow the perfection of nature to shine through....