The Popular Posts of 2019

Decorating ideas, vintage collectibles, DIYs and tutorials. We took stock of the things you all loved most in 2019 here at Cottages & Bungalows and wanted to remind you of your favorites. Here are our top 10 Cottages & Bungalows posts of 2019. Enjoy a trip down memory lane….

#10 Collectible Spotlight: Milk Glass

This post shares the history of this beautiful collectable as well how to start your own collection!

lit Soy Candle in Vintage white Milk Glass Vase — Courtesy of Etsy

#9 Colorful Vintage Cottage Style

You love adding vintage elements and storied style. This colorful cottage is bursting with bright colors and cozy furnishings, take the home tour here.

Cozy living room with window light comfy chairs and vintage coffee table. — Colorful Vintage Cottage Style

#8 How to Start Collecting Hazel Atlas Glassware

Who can resist a great vintage collectible! This unique glassware will send you on a treasure hunt, we’ll show you were to start looking.

Vintage Ice Cream Cups that say "Ice Cream is a Cheerful Food" Milk Glass Hazel Atlas Guild Product in a set of 7 — Courtesy of Etsy

#7 27 Monogram Mugs that are Perfect Gifts

A personalized gift always feels thoughtful and who doesn’t love a good mug? We love the fun styles and variety in this post, there’s a mug for everyone!

Stack of handmade ceramic monogrammed mugs with letters A, B , and C — Courtesy of Etsy

#6 Beadboard: Preserve the Unique Woodwork of Your Bungalow

Cottages and beadboard go together like peas and carrots. This post is filled with beadboard inspiration, history and great DIY ideas. Check it out here!

Custom bathroom featuring white beadboard. — Courtesy of Mark Tanner

#5 Porch Lighting

Whether it for a full blown renovation or just simple upgrades you had in mind, lighting is a great area of focus. From the best style for you to how to place it on the porch this post is filled with inspiration straight from our C+B Project Home and Capital Lighting.

Braden Lankford Lanterns Hanging on the front porch of a brick home — Photo Credit: Four Corners Photography

#4 House Tour: A Spanish Bungalow Makeover in Los Angeles

This neglected Eagle Rock home was restored to all it’s Spanish Bungalow glory by designer Julia Chasman. You have to give it another look.

Spanish Bunglow makeover in Los Angeles shot from the front walkway — Photo by: Bret Gum

#3 Blendo Glassware

Great vintage glassware can make even the smallest gathering so memorable and special. Check out these stylish and iconic serving pieces here and start your own vibrant collection of Blendo Glassware.

Blendo style bowl placed on a table next to a plate of lemons. — Photo by: Jickie Torres

#2 How to Dry Pumpkins and Gourds

Seasonal tips and inspiration are always at the top of the list. In the number two spot is this post all about how to preserve your decorative harvest with these simple tricks to dry pumpkins and start decorating.

Wire cage filled with dried, cream colored pumpkins placed around a cottage as decor next to a shelf and an urn of dried flowers. — Photo by: Bret Gum

#1 15 Retro Kitchen Appliances You’ll Love

And finally, our most popular post this year! The vintage and retro theme continues to dominate with this round-up of kitchen appliances with a throw-back look. Ready to add some retro pops to your bungalow kitchen? We’ve got 15 great find for you here!