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…
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…
Elevate the Cottage Look with Vintage Style Hardware
One of the most important factors in the renovation of Blackbird Cottage was authenticity. From the moment we took possession of…
3 Tips for Turning Furniture into a Vanity
In our last three homes, Ive used a cabinet as a vanity. I love the look and the fact I am…
Dining Nook Design
Our renovation has reached the pointy end where the fun decisions are made. Last week we went antique shopping for pieces…
4 Dreamy Dining Nook Essentials
One feature I was adamant I wanted included in our cottage kitchen was a dining nook. A dining nook is a…
9 Ways to Save on a Kitchen Renovation
Let’s get real. The cost of renovating and building is through the roof. Any amount you thought you might spend probably…
Planning a Kitchen: Bringing in those Cottage Vibes
Over the past year, I’ve been planning a kitchen for Blackbird Cottage (I cannot believe it’s been that long). During that…
How To Achieve the Raw Pine Look
We purchased an antique pine chest of drawers several years ago. It’s a lovely piece with turned wood feet, but over…
How I Saved Thousands on Window Restoration
First things first, I am not stingy or unrealistic. If I know a job is out of my skill set I’m…
Giving Old Floors a Modern Update
One of the many original features at Blackbird Cottage is the timber slab floor. It was in almost perfect condition when…
How To Enhance Cottage Features
We were blessed when we purchased Blackbird Cottage. Over the 150 years since the house was built the majority of the…