THE BUCKET LIST

Your weekly source for all things cottage.

The Mallard House 

See how a designer gave this new build in North Carolina a life reflective of its owners. It’s fresh, fun and full of color! 

Vote for Your Favorite Cozy Nook

After a nationwide call and a bevy of beautiful entries, we’ve selected the Top 12 finalists in our Cozy Winter Nook contest! Review the entries here and cast your vote for who you would like to see featured in an upcoming issue of Cottages & Bungalows! Voting closes on 3/24/2025.

Design Mistakes: How to Avoid Them

Are you ready to make a few changes around your home, but not quite sure how or where to start? We tapped a top interior designer to ask her all about the most common design mistakes she comes across and how we can avoid them. 

7 Garden Basics for Beginners 

Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you’ll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet.

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Our Newest Issue is Here!

Our April/May issue is available now! Brimming with color, whimsy and downright fun it’s time to let the spring air in and refresh our spaces! See what our Brand Ambassador has been creating, peek into the progress at Project House Austin plus tour 5 gorgeous and inspiring homes!

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