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Inspiration for the charming comforts of home. The Cottage Journal magazine offers fresh decorating t Season after season every issue will welcome you home.

The Cottage Journal magazine is an inspirational collection of seasonal homes and gardens offering fresh style and beautiful photography. Whether the decorating is a relaxed contemporary look or a retro vintage design–you’re bound to enjoy the enduring charm of these homes. Stories on personal style, entertaining, collecting, gardening and travel fill the pages. The Cottage Journal is published by

Hoffman Media, LLC. Mailing Address:
1900 International Park Drive
Suite 50
Birmingham, AL 35243

Phone: 888-411-8995

01/08/2026

llinois-based interior designer Elizabeth Drake is renowned for her colorful, layered, and luxurious interiors. Naturally, she was the perfect match to help give this cottage-style stunner on Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, an elevated, family-focused design scheme. (📷 : Werner Straube, Interior Designs: Elizabeth Drake) https://thecottagejournal.com/midwest-lakeside-cottage-built-family-mind/

01/07/2026

Step into a serene winter scene with a woodland-inspired fireside table. Natural greenery, pine cones, soft florals, and candlelight create the perfect backdrop for cozy moments with dear friends by the hearth. Discover how to style this inviting setting and bring a bit of cottage charm to your winter entertaining at the link. (📷: Stephanie Welbourne Steele, Styling: Melissa Sturdivant Smith) https://thecottagejournal.com/fireside-fete-style-a-woodland-inspired-table-by-the-hearth/

01/06/2026

In the breakfast nook of designer Lesley Steinberg's cottage, a print of Maurice Prendergast’s oil painting "Picnic" takes center stage, encircled by heirloom plates from the homeowner’s mother and grandmother. See more of this space in our Southern Cottage special issue, on newsstands now! (📷: Elizabeth Granger; Interior Designs: Lesley Steinberg Interiors, LLC) https://thecottagejournal.com/product/southern-cottage-2025/

01/04/2026

Natural materials, Swedish-inspired details, and timeless style elements come together to create this richly unique abode in the mountains of Idaho. (📷: Heidi Long, Architectural Designs: Janet Jarvis, The Jarvis Group) https://thecottagejournal.com/this-mountain-retreat-is-a-mix-of-classic-farmhouse-style-and-swedish-inspired-design/

01/03/2026

Embrace winter’s unique allure with simple styling ideas for creating a comforting winter retreat. (📷 : John O'Hagan, Styling: Kim Chiselko) https://thecottagejournal.com/4-simple-style-ideas-for-creating-a-comforting-winter-retreat/

01/02/2026

Built by family, inspired by history, and furnished with gifts from loved ones, this Southern home features diverse styles laced together by the common thread of precious memories. (📷: Mac Jamieson, Styling: Kim Chiselko, Interior Designs: Dana Holcombe) https://thecottagejournal.com/every-room-southern-home-tells-story/

01/01/2026

With soft morning light, a cozy chair, and the quiet crackle of the fire, New Year’s Day invites us to linger in the comforts of home. From our cottage to yours, we wish you a joyful new year! (📷: John O'Hagan)

12/31/2025

Layered with creamy whites and dappled with golden hues, this table strikes a beautiful balance between neutral and festive. Designed to transition seamlessly from a New Year’s Eve dinner to a New Year’s Day brunch, it’s a setting that feels both welcoming and refined. (📷 : Lerina Winter, Styling: Margaret Lloyd)

12/30/2025

Come winter, this waterfront cottage in Ontario, Canada, is a picture-perfect wonderland. (📷 and Decorations: Janice Glover) https://thecottagejournal.com/step-inside-a-waterfront-haven-for-the-holidays/

12/29/2025

Our new Southern Cottage special issue offers inspiration for timeless touches, welcoming entryway designs, and fresh ways to express your personal style throughout the seasons. Peek inside at the link! (📷 : Stacy Zarin Goldberg; Styling: Kristi Hunter; Interior Designs: Katy Anderson; Architectural Designs: Thomson & Cooke Architects; Built by Zuckerman Builders) https://thecottagejournal.com/preview-our-new-southern-cottage-special-issue/

12/28/2025

Decked in neutrals and nature-inspired motifs, this Illinois cottage sets a tranquil tone for the season. (📷 and Interior Designs: Amber Reatherford) https://thecottagejournal.com/amber-reatherfords-cozy-cottage-sets-a-tranquil-tone-for-christmas/

12/27/2025

Boasting beautiful views no matter the season, this solarium exudes enchanting, cozy charm to warm up the winter months. (📷 and Interior Designs: Natalie Kelly) https://thecottagejournal.com/this-snow-globe-inspired-solarium-is-a-winter-wonderland/

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The Cottage Journal magazine highlights an inspirational collection of seasonal homes and gardens offering fresh style and beautiful photography. Whether the decorating is a relaxed contemporary look or a retro vintage design–you’re bound to enjoy the enduring charm of these homes. Stories on personal style, entertaining, collecting, gardening and travel fill the pages. Season after season every issue will welcome you home. The Cottage Journal is published by Hoffman Media, LLC. Mailing Address: 1900 International Park Drive Suite 50 Birmingham, AL 35243 Phone: 888-411-8995