Beyond the Vase: Why I Started Growing A Dried Flower Garden
Five years ago, I added my dedicated cut flower garden here at the Cottage. I was chasing the joy of fresh bouquets, but I stumbled onto something even better: strawflowers. That…
Shh, They’re Not Real! Springtime Branches with DIY Paper Blossoms
Transform bare branches into an explosion of springtime with this easy, budget-friendly DIY project! Using simple paper, a trusty glue gun, and a sprinkle of creativity, you’ll create the prettiest blossoms…
My Annual Ritual: Crafting a Modern, Foraged Fall Wreath
Join me for my favorite fall tradition: crafting a wreath foraged entirely from my garden. This year I created a modern, asymmetrical style wreath. This step-by-step guide shows how to use…
Don’t Deadhead, Decorate! Fall Style from the Garden
As the growing season fades, it’s tempting to see our gardens as messy or ‘done.’ But what if I told you those drying hydrangeas and tall, wispy grasses are actually your…
The 20-Minute Cinnamon Broom Makeover
Give your basic cinnamon broom a gorgeous, garden-fresh makeover in just 20 minutes! This easy DIY uses seasonal clippings for a custom fall decoration full of cozy cottage charm. There’s something…
How to Make a Stunning Dried Fall Arrangement Using What You HaveÂ
Let’s talk about my favorite kind of DIY: the $0 project. This stunning, oversized dried arrangement didn’t cost me a single penny. Today, I’m breaking down exactly how I made it…