The Cottage Journal

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The Cottage Journal • Volume 16, Issue 3

A TRIP TO REMEMBER

FEATHER YOUR NEST

A Harvest WELCOME • Celebrate the season’s richness and highlight nature’s palette with layered outdoor vignettes that greet autumn at the doorstep.

A Home in England • Explore the varied and unique charms of homes and gardens across the British Isles with the latest publication from the editors of The Cottage Journal.

Market FINDS • Celebrate the comforts of fall with a curated collection of timeless treasures that speak to the soul of the season. From softly ruffled linens to handcrafted ceramics and richly layered details, these finds invite you to slow down and savor the coziest months of the year.

HOME SWEET HOME

The Charm of Churchtown • In the hands of New York–based interior designer Marina Case, a holistic dairy’s guesthouse is thoughtfully styled with elegance and function in mind—a welcome repose for all who visit.

Rustic ROOTS • Thoughtful details and bespoke décor make a pastoral guest barn in the Northeast a comfortable escape in any season.

The Story of Home • Slow but steady, this Massachusetts family is bringing their dream home to life with storied pieces and personal inspiration.

At Home with the House Cricket • In the comforting embrace of the American Midwest, Cailan Matthews has turned her hundred-year-old house into the truest home: a place where she and her family can dwell in peace and joy.

COTTAGE KITCHEN

A Stroke of Sable • Moody hues and modern details come together to create a dynamic space where guests are guaranteed to find a warm Southern welcome.

Gracious GATHERINGS • Set against fluttering foliage and lake-kissed air, this serene autumn scene celebrates the season’s richness with gathered botanicals, layered textures, and timeless details crafted for savoring.

GARDEN PLEASURES

Blooms & Branches • Embrace autumn’s glorious riches with easy floral arrangements that make the most of the season’s brilliant finery.

Exploring STONE HOLLOW • At Stone Hollow Farmstead in Central Alabama, September brings softened sunshine and a sprawling symphony of dahlias. These iconic blooms, along with herbs and other bounties gleaned from the land, are part of an enterprise that brings the Stone family’s story full circle.

Savoring the Season • As autumn approaches and the garden tends toward rest, Hartley Botanic provides a helpful guide for Greenhouse growing.

ARTISTS & ARTISANS

Carving Out CONNECTIONS • In crafting culinary works of art, it’s clear that Massachusetts-based artist John Francis Welch—of John Francis Designs—has carved out his own niche.

Made with Heart and Hand • Inspired by traditional techniques and designs from around the world, the artists behind Lilywork Artisan Tile create hand-pressed ceramics, elevating ordinary spaces into custom works of art.

Small but MIGHTY • Although the nation’s smallest state, Rhode Island proves to be a destination that has it all and then some.

CREDITS & RESOURCES • To find out more about product sources or to contact the design professionals, see credits and contacts listed below.