Upgrading Our Chimney: A Simple Yet Charming Transformation
One of my favorite parts of this renovation journey has been the small but impactful updates that bring charm and character…
Elevate a Plain Lampshade with a Pleated Fabric Finish
Here at Blackbird Cottage, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as transforming everyday home essentials into something special with a bit of…
Transform Ordinary Candles with Craft Paint
If you’re looking to add a touch of charm to your home, painting taper candles is an easy and delightful project….
Creating a Feminine Spring Table Setting: A Step-by-Step Guide
There’s something magical about Spring—the way nature begins to unfurl its blooms, the days stretch longer, and the air becomes fragrant…
A Sweet Coffee Corner in the Kitchen
Creating a cozy coffee corner in your kitchen is a way to add romance and practicality to your daily routine. At…
Hello Spring!
If you watch a lot of YouTube decorating or interiors accounts, you most likely see seasonal decorating videos. I’ll admit to…
A Vintage Cabinet Refresh
Around ten years ago, I picked up a sweet little showcase cabinet at auction. I can’t remember the exact price but,…
Create a European Style Cottage Kitchen on a Tight Budget
If you’ve been following the renovation of Blackbird Cottage for a while, you will know about our problems with finding a…
Transforming a Bump Out into a Cottage Inspired Entry Space
When we were forced to stay within the existing footprint of the cottage it left us with a bump out where…
Cottage Bathroom and Laundry Reveal
Since we returned from our trip, I’ve been asked why I have not shown the reveal of our cottage bathroom. The…
Solving Dining Nook Problems
My biggest wish and non negotiable when we designed the kitchen and dining space for the cottage was a dining nook….
Spice Up Your Laundry Room: Adding Personality to a Dull Space
The cottage laundry room is not a room as such. It’s a wall of cabinets within our main bathroom. For this…