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How to get the cottagecore look at home

ou love wildflowers, crafting, broidery, plants and a fairy -like esthetic, the cottagee look may be right for you. s trendy style evokes the atsphere, lifestyle and romansm of English country houFortunately, you don’t have ive in a literal cottage to get look. Here’s how to bring design style into your home.

6 tips for setting up a small kitchen

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1. Mount a rail to the wall. Use a support bar and hooks to hang utensils, measuring cups, pots, pans, oven mitts, cutting boards and anything else you want to keep handy.

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THE ACCENTS Floral prints and botanical fabrics will set the right tone. Plants are a must, but consider incorporating dried or fresh flowers into the space as well. Handmade items, vintage dishware and folk art pieces are also a good fit.

2. Hang shelves. Install them above the stove, fridge, countertop and doorway. Shelves provide an easy storage solution for spices, bins of pasta, candy containers, fresh herbs and more.

To create the cottagecore look in your home, visit shops and antique dealers in your area.

3. Opt for integrated design features. Built-in appliances or a trash chute incorporated into the countertop can help you make the most of a small space. Similarly, a slide-out shelf can extend your countertop surface. properties featured by

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5. Install cabinets close to the ceiling. Build them high to maximize storage space, and use the top shelves for items you rely on less frequently. Just be sure to keep a folding step ladder nearby so you can easily reach


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