Gifts that look expensive but won’t break the bank! Are the stockings hung and the tree trimmed but you still need a last-minute gift? You aren’t alone! We’ve gathered our go-to list of great last-minute gifts that look like you’ve spent a lot but are all $30 and under. That should leave enough to buy … Read More
PET GIFT GUIDE
Pampered pets and pet lovers should get spoiled during the holidays too. If you want to earn your pet’s affection this holiday, don’t leave them out of the gift-giving season. I mean, they deserve it, right? They’ve given you unconditional love since day one, snuggled up when you needed it most, and are excited to … Read More
LUXE GIFT GUIDE
It doesn’t matter who you are searching that perfect gift for, the most important people in your life deserve the best. A little luxe can go a long way. So we’ve done all the research for you to make gift-giving stress free this year. Faux fur throws and matching pillows: Ward off any chill in … Read More
KIDS GIFT GUIDE
21 gift ideas for your favourite little one. The magic of the holidays really can be seen in the eyes of children. The joy of giving gifts to kids can be felt with their enthusiasm for every present but if you are not sure what to give your favourite little one, we’ve gathered our best … Read More
SHOP THIS STORY: THE COTTAGE JOURNAL MAGAZINE
We are always on the hunt for home decor ideas and often spend hours on Pinterest and Instagram, but there’s no better way to be inspired than flipping through the pages of a magazine. There are so many amazing interiors, holiday decor ideas, recipes and gifts galore. The Cottage Journal is on a mission to … Read More
MEET THE PIMLICO COLLECTION: A NEW VINTAGE-INSPIRED FASHION COLLECTION
We’ll take all of the florals, please. Celebrating the brand’s romantic heritage, we are launching a vintage-inspired capsule collection inspired by Laura Ashley’s extensive archive of iconic floral prints. The eight-piece limited edition collection launches online today! Named after the area in London where Laura Ashley lived and worked, The Pimlico Collection was designed to … Read More
7 THINGS TO BUY BEFORE HOLIDAY GUESTS ARRIVE
Whether you have one guest or a whole house full this holiday, you’ll want to freshen up your home to ensure family and friends have a great stay! 1) A New Rug Let’s face it. Rugs anchor a room but in high traffic areas, they can also show the most wear. Take a good look … Read More
FUN & FESTIVE HOLIDAY DECOR
Easy Ways to Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright! Before the gifts are wrapped and grandmum’s gingerbread cookies are baking, the holiday fun begins with decking the halls… To get us in the decorating cheer, we turn on the Christmas Crooners playlist on Spotify to hear Tony Bennet’s version of Winter Wonderland and Michael Buble’s … Read More
HOW TO DESIGN THE BEST GUEST BEDROOM
One of our favorite Charlotte, NC-based interior designers, Traci Zeller, created a gorgeous guest bedroom using Laura Ashley wallpaper and fabric. The room is so spectacular Cottages & Bungalows magazine featured it along with tips on how to design the best guest bedroom and we got permission to share it with you! See how chic … Read More
FALL IN LOVE WITH FASHION: 5 CHIC BASICS TO GET NOW
Autumn is the time to break out the burnt orange and mustard hues. Be anything but boring and add in a cooler shade of cobalt blue and you are definitely on trend this season. Everyone is embracing the joy of adding colour and prints to their fall wardrobe and, if you haven’t heard, knits and … Read More