Cottagestead Editors

By Esteban Bruno Short days, cold nights, and a glass of wine that refuses to be rushed. A slow reflection on how winter teaches us to drink – and live …

Starting a flock of pasture-raised chickens feels like a bold move when you’re stepping into homesteading for the first time. A lot of information comes at you all at once. …

A lush swath of coneflowers and black-eyed Susans provides the perfect foraging ground for local bees. The Best Flowers for Bees: 10 Plants Your Garden Needs Want to transform your …

By Joseph Cruey This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. This …

There’s a moment in every cottagecore enthusiast’s journey when the flowing dresses and flower crowns start to feel a little incomplete. Perhaps you find yourself drawn to something earthier, like …

Elevate your kitchen with the aroma of rising dough, a fragrance that promises comfort and new beginnings in any season. Our easy sourdough recipe is built on just three honest …

By Chef Farah There’s something magical about Beef Bourguignon simmering on the stove—the intoxicating aroma of red wine mingling with caramelized beef, the promise of tender meat that melts on …

How to read a seed catalog: gardener browsing catalogs at kitchen table. It’s that time of year.   The mailbox fills with glossy pages of tomatoes so red they look …

By Joseph Cruey Your guide to ethical, organic chocolate gifts, plus tempering tips for homemade truffles and bars By Joseph Cruey The Sweetest Way to Say “I Love You” You’ve …

Everyone expects an evergreen wreath at Christmas. But a Valentine’s wreath? That’s a gift that surprises and delights—a handmade token of love that fills a room with forest fragrance while …