About

Hi, I’m Andrea — a proud mother, wife, brand-new Nonna, Dog Mom, daughter, loyal friend, and whatever else life needs me to be! I began blogging nearly 14 years ago as a form of therapy after undergoing major brain surgery. What started as a way to heal and rebuild became a true passion — and a saving grace — that continues to this day.

Here at The Cottage Market, you’ll find an eclectic mix of heartfelt content, all created with love and a focus on being budget-friendly, helpful and kind.  From charming Farmhouse Home Decor ideas, a Variety of other Home Decor Ideas and DIYS,  delicious Vegetarian & Vegan Recipes, clever Life Hacks, creative DIY Crafts, A vast collection which is every growing by the day of Free Printable Wall Art, Journals, Calendars and more, and Pet-loving inspiration PLUS — there’s a little something for everyone. I’m so glad you’re here to join me on this journey!

I also invite everyone to drop an email to make suggestion on what they would like to see. This blog is meant to help YOU and to make you happy. I will be concentrating more and more on budget friendly days, crafts and recipes which I hope is helpful for many! Would love to hear from you!

 

MISSION STATEMENT:

An Eclectic Place To Inspire fun and happiness in your daily routine!

The Cottage Market welcome you to move in and stay for a while. We believe that some of the best moments happen when you can grab a cup of your favorite brew, sit dow, and have a few minutes to yourself for some meaningful inspiration and fun, each and every day. Whether that’s viewing inspiriting interiors, learning about a quick and easy DIY to bring more fun into your home, checking out recipes to figure out what’s for dinner, or you’re reading about  a loving story of an animal adoption – we have something for everyone here! The Cottage Market aims to be a place where all are welcomed into its community and where each can find not only something that they deeply resonate with, but also find something new and unique that brings a happy moment into their day along the way. Oh, and don’t forget to share with your friends, the more the merrier.

If one was to use SEO  “KEY WORDS” that define The Cottage Market… hope a few of these would come to mind:

Vegetarian, Vegan, dog care, DOGS, dog rescue, Magazine Blog, kindness, generosity,  ANIMAL friendly, acceptance, INSPIRATION, make it easy, make it HAPPIER, Eco Friendly, different, ANIMAL ADOPTION, home decor, DIY, sharing with friends, make a different. COLOR, Dream, Vibrant, diversity, engaged, MOM friendly, staying currant, energetic, equality, welcoming, IDEAS, light, Eclectic Community, BUDGET friendly, Quick and easy recipes, ART, kids, CRAFTS and the list goes on…

I dedicate this blog to all of my furry little ANGELS (Skippy, Sherlock, Beau, Rusty, Mr. Jiggs, Pops, Basil and of course my two little Rescue Sisters, Alie and Georgia on Earth… they all own my heart. 

The Painting and the Georgia and Alie Pajama Picture

“The greatness of a Nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated” -Ghandi-

Hugs to all!

-Andrea-