Add cozy cottage charm to farmhouse decor with simple ideas that create a warm, relaxed and beautifully collected home feel
Hi there sweet friends… if you have ever wished your farmhouse decor felt just a little softer… a little more layered… and filled with that cozy lived in charm… then you are going to love what we are chatting about today.
Cottage style has this magical way of making a space feel warm… welcoming and effortlessly beautiful… and the best part is you do not need a full makeover to bring that feeling home. It is all about the little touches… the textures… the collected pieces and those thoughtful details that make a house feel truly loved.
Today we are going to explore simple and inspiring ways to blend cottage charm right into your farmhouse style… creating a space that feels cozy… relaxed and perfectly you. So grab something warm to sip and let’s add a little cottage magic to your home…
Mixing Vintage with New Items – Dabbling & Decorating
One thing that adds a ton of charm to a space would be vintage items, but you can easily mix them up with new items too! It is amazing how well they get along together! This precious and oh so cozy charming Dining space is a great example. Your have fabulous vintage accessories gracing the hutch, a vintage table cloth and new striped chairs that could not look more amazing! Let your imagination soar!
Cozy Reading Nook – DUE SOUTH
It is so wonderful to have a sweet cozy and comfy Reading Nook! Create an inviting space that simply calls your name. A big soft chair, a soft blanket, favorite pieces of art, different textures and everything that makes you happy! This is a wonderful formula you are looking at and all you have to do is bring in your style, colors, art and favorite things to make it your own! Maybe even shop the house!!! If you don’t have a lot of space, try to find a corner somewhere no matter how large or small and make it your own. If the budget is real low, shop your house and try a restore or Thrift Shop! You will be surprised with what you might find!
Adding simple Vintage Door Knobs – 2 Bees In A Pod
Something as simple as a beautiful vintage Door Knob can make all the difference in a space. Maybe you are looking for a touch of the Granny Cottage look with a gorgeous crystal knob or the vintage library feel with a dark hardwood vintage creation? You will be amazed what something so little can add to the character and feel of the space. Hardware in general is always a great way to change things up on a budget.
Displaying Copper Cookware – Momooze
This is another example of surrounding yourself with the things that you love! If you collect vintage copper cookware I am sure you will adore having it hanging above you on a rack or maybe stacked on an open help or how about hanging on a decorative peg board as Julia Child herself did! Once again… use what you have! It is also a great excuse for starting a collection you have been wanting to!
Mismatched China Plates
Vintage China encapsulates Cottage Charm! You can use these beauties in so many different ways. From displaying them in a weathered wood Hutch, stacked on an open shelf, create a gallery wall with your favorites, make a cake plate, use the china everyday, display teacups on a peg rail and so much more!
Candles, Candles, Candles – In My Own Style
It doesn’t get more cozy and charming than a room lit by candles! I am talking all kinds of candles ones in tea cups, tapered candles, thick round scented candles, tea lights, tall ones, short ones, ones with color, pure white ones, candles in tins, candles in cans and everything in between! Come and check out some of Diane’s ideas.
Add a Rocking Chair – Foter
You can’t go wrong with adding a rocking chair to a room! They are pretty, useful and have tons of style. You might want to go with just a plain wood one or one with a pretty cushion. So many styles I am sure you will find one you love! They are especially wonderful for the Nursery… that chair will get tons of room while it is giving the room tons of charm. Explore the world of Rocking Chairs!
The Power of Plants – Moho Boutique
Plants! Plants! Plants! Oh what a difference they make. The room feels warmer, more welcoming, happier and all good things! No matter if it is the Bathroom, Bedroom, Kitchen or??? Add a plant or two or three! You can also bing more color and textures to the space by being really creative with the plant container! Oh the possibilities and just a trip to the Green House away!
Colored Glass Collection – A Beautiful Mess
A color collection of glassware is always an amazing addition to a cottage space. Use what you have and add on or start a collection (it is tons of fun… wherever you are… pick up one glass and watch the collection grow!!!). What a stunning collection to spotlight!
Add Wallpaper – Etsy
The perfect wallpaper can transform your space into a Cottage Delight! Pick a paper that makes you happy and then to take it a little further… add a few accessories that compliment the color scheme! How amazing is this pattern… great for a feature wall!
Add a Sink Skirt – Exquisitely Unremarkable
Now here is a super simple way to add a ton of cottage charm in a snap and it is budget friendly! Add a little skirt to the under part of your sink. Just removed the doors… pick your favorite fabric… zip up a hem and fold over hem at the top… add a tension rod (suction or hook) and add your skirt… VOILA… adorable!
Chest Makeover – Confessions Of A Serial Diyer
Now here is a great way to add an exciting touch of Cottage style to your space… go Thrift Store Shopping. Look for a unique piece like the chest shown here… or maybe a desk… a bookshelf… a small hutch and the list goes on. Once you find the piece you adore give it a makeover. You will be amazed what a great paint color… treatment… finish and the perfect transfer can do for a piece of furniture. Be sure to come and see what this piece looked like before the makeover…it’s a WOW moment. Christy is a master at adding transfers to furniture… so this is the place to come and get all your questions answered before your start! This project can be super fun… budget friendly and simply gorgeous! I highly recommend it!
Add Throw pillows – Cotton Stem
Want more charm… warmth… coziness anywhere in the house? ADD THROW PILLOWS… yep… add them anywhere… sofa… chair… bench… bed…even big throw pillows for the floor! I have to admit… I kind of melted when I saw this collection of throw pillows and other accessories. It is not only about pattern and color it can be all about texture! I love a combo of both… but find your own look and have fun experimenting. I have to add that the wall hanging is awesome too … so charming and unique.
Adding Floral Art – Kelly Elko
This look is so fabulous! Vintage style floral pieces displayed on a mantel or maybe a gallery wall. What fun it is to start a collection and pick up different pieces wherever you go including the Thrift Store. What might have been someones needle point discard just might become the center piece of your collection. When you come across pieces in the Thrift Store… remember… when you bring them home… clean them up… reframe them… they can have the look that you love! You can also paint one of your own or add a friend or family members art. So many possibilities and what an addition to your Cottage Style.
A Cottage Farmhouse Space to Set the Mood – Painted Floors – Alison Kandler
Let’s set the mood for an ultimate Farmhouse Cottage with this Happy Space! There is wonderful array of sherbet colors… a mix of all kinds of patterns living in perfect harmony… and amazing painted floor… glass cabinets with precious little red knobs. This room is a recipe for Cottage Farmhouse Success!
Ironstone Pieces – Miss Mustard Seed
Adding White Ironstone pieces to your rooms will bring instant Cottage Farmhouse Charm. It could be one piece filled with fresh blooms or it could be an entire collection and everything in between Miss Mustard Seed (Marion) is showing off part of her collection here in a white weathered hutch with shelving and the back wood was stained in a dark tone so the pieces would POP. When you visit her you will get all different ideas on how to display the pieces… from stacking to creating a topiary and so much more. Well worth the visit… enjoy!
Adding A Clawfoot Tub – Country Living
A sure fire way of adding that cozy Cottage Farmhouse touch to your Bathroom would be by adding a fabulous Clawfoot Tub. This one has been painted and looks wonderful on the tiled floor. The perfect colorful botanical prints have been added to the wall along with a half wall of wainscoting.
Mason Jar Window Treatment – It All Started With Paint
Mason Jars are magical like this gorgeous Window Treatment that Linda created. The Mason Jars Hang and all you have to do is add the blooms. You can use tinted jars… clear jars… painted jars… the sky is the limit. One thing is guaranteed… it is going to look incredible and give your space Cottage Farmhouse character. Drop by and Linda will show you how to put together this treatment. You might just want to add one hanging jar or 10!
Rae Dunn Inspired Mason Jar Utensil Holders – Mason Jar Crafts
You just can’t go wrong with white… so if you wanted a super simple way of adding a fun touch of Cottage Charm to your Kitchen… try this super simple DIY! The Rae Dunn Look will go with any style Home Decor… but it truly is a wonderful compliment to the Cottage Look! Take a look here for even more Mason Jar Ideas!
DIY Flower Wall For Background – Orphans With Makeup
There is a really wonderful… fun way to add a touch of Cottage Charm to any wall in the house… I especially love this project up against wainscoting or shiplap! The project is a DIY Flower Wall. Mary is going to show you how you can put your favorite faux flowers together … string them and hang them to create an amazing background. Leave it plain… add a piece of chippy painted furniture to the wall or a bench or anything your heart desires. The results… picture perfect! Many people make a wall of flowers as a backdrop for photos… but it really works as part of a pretty home decor. The possibilities are limitless.
Fresh Blooms – Ourmim Tumblr
Another way of instantly adding that Cottage touch is by adding a bouquet of fresh blooms. You can use your Ironstone Pitcher… a Galvanized Bucket… a Hob Nob Vase… Milk Glass or whatever pretty vessel you like. Place it on the table… a shelf… as part of a vignette… or if you happen to have a chippy chair about… it’s a perfect seat for this pretty array!
Vintage Crocks – Vintage Farmhouse Finds
Vintage Crocks are a magical addition to so many spaces and they give a true Cottage Farmhouse Feel like these beauties over at Vintage Farmhouse Finds. Keep your eyes peeled at the Thrift Store and Flea Markets… you never know what you might find! Collect them to put together a vignette or a collection or use them as a planter or a vase! So many possibilities.
DIY Painted Furniture – Orphans With Makeover
Painted furniture is one of the Key Elements in getting that Cottage Farmhouse Style! You have so much versatility… just find the perfect piece of furniture at your local Thrift Shop… Flea Market or even Garage sale and then choose that perfect color or you can never ever go wrong with white. The finished piece will add so much of your own personality and just the right amount of charm. This piece by Orphans With Make Up is a piece that makes my heart skip a beat!
Open Shelving – Kathy Kuo Home
Open Shelving is a great touch to a Cottage Farmhouse Kitchen. You can display your plates… glassware and more and even if you don’t have open shelving… you can simply pop the doors off a few of your cabinets! The Farmhouse Apron Sink is also a wonderful touch.
Finishing Touches – Tidbits
Sometimes it is all about those little finishing touches that puts you space over the top like this wonderful Kitchen. Cami added an iron rack on the side of the island and displayed a cutting board and towel… then she added the prettiest corbels to the all ready shiplapped island… details details details!!! I also love the open shelving here… one set is white and then the other one offers some contrast with a deep stain. A great way to display items that you use every day!
Cushy Chair – Tidbits
A nice big cushy chair is almost a must… add a throw pillow and a soft knitted blanket and that room is on it’s way to Cottage Farmhouse perfection!
Flower in assorted Thrifted Jars and Vases – Whimsical Wonderland Weddings
Here is a quick… easy and fun way to dress up any space in the home. When you are at the Thrift Store… pick up little vases… jars… bottle… all shapes… sizes and patterns (crystal is fun) and then combine them together… add water… flowers… maybe a candle or two and you have a vignette that will dazzle you decor. Lovely Cottage Sweetness!
Iron Headboard and Ruffles – HooMcode
Well you can never go wrong by choosing a metal Headboard and Footboard and then throw in some ruffles and pillows and you have an instant Cottage Masterpiece!
Painted Floor – Diana Marie Home
Another simple way of adding some Cottage Flair to you space is by painting the hardwood floors. The room instantly takes on the cozy home feel.
Cottage Farmhouse Sign – Walls Of Wisdom Home
A weathered Farmhouse Style Sign could be exactly what a space in your home needs! There is such an amazing array of DIYS out there and also ones to purchase. See which one its right for you… it could be the home decor accessory you have been waiting for for your hone! For more Farmhouse Sign DIY Ideas… check here
Add Plants – Vibekedesign
Adding plants planted in old vintage tins… unique containers… white washed weathered clay pots and more! Always a good idea!
Heres some other suggestions…
- Peg Rails: Wonderful for hanging basket, dried herbs, dried flowers and more
- Baskets – All Sizes! Tiny, Large, Medium and moe! Round ones, square ones, tall ones, short ones …All baskets. They are perfect for so many things! I especially love spring blankets in them… what is your favorite way to use them?
- Eclectic lamps: Gather all sizes and styles and mix things up with different patterned lampshades! Line them up or create vignettes
- Stained Wood Furniture: Place a piece into a space where there is a lot of painted wood, it adds tons of contrast
- Old Books: Put them everywhere!
- Marble: From cutting boards to counters to cake plates and more…
- Moulding: Add moulding in special areas to create more contrast
- Shiplap: A little shiplap goes a long way. Add a feature wall (maybe in your favorite colors) use it as a display wall for all your favorite things or leave it as is for that true cottage look
- Signs: Vintage signs, Vintage tin signs are always a fun additive.
- Crockery: Always a perfect idea
- Vintage and Antique Art Prints
- Most of all DO YOU!!! If you like it… it is right for your home!!!
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