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A Cottage Flower
Embracing the Simple Pleasures of Home & Garden
by
Autumn LeStage
In a cottage flower, we are reminded of the transformative power of nature and the art of finding joy in life’s simplest pleasures. A philosophy that weaves the garden’s beauty into the fabric of daily life, offering inspiration to create a home that feels not just lived in, but loved. By gathering blooms to adorn a kitchen table, arranging seasonal foliage by a windowsill, or displaying jars of flowers, it shows how small, thoughtful touches can bring the serenity of the garden indoors. The garden extends beyond the expected, inviting us to embrace rituals like creating art in a favourite nook, relaxing under a tree, or sharing meals under the sky. A vision to encourage us to see our homes as sanctuaries—places where the beauty of the outside world meets the comfort of our personal space. It’s a call to cultivate not just a garden, but a life rooted in mindfulness and gratitude, Inviting you to explore the power of rest and retreat from home.
Born and raised on beautiful Vancouver island Autumn has always had a deep love for creating home. In these pages Autumn shares what she describes as pure joy, by creating beauty with the things around us. In a cottage flower, Autumn reminds us of the transformative power of nature and the art of finding creativity in life’s simplest pleasures. A philosophy that weaves the garden’s beauty into the fabric of daily life, offering inspiration to create a home that feels not just lived in, but loved.
Contributors
- Author
- Autumn LeStage
- Introduction
- Richard LeStage
- Photographer
- Suzanne LeStage