Affiliate links | Cottagecore is a popular aesthetic that has inspired hundreds of home decor trends of 2021. The adorable style is based on a romanticism of rural life, it’s wholesome, cosy and heavily inspired by nature. If you love the idea of living in a remote country cottage, surrounded by woodland and wildlife, then this is the trend for you.
I’ve put together a list of 15 dreamy cottagecare home decor items that I found on Etsy. The links included in this post are affiliate links, which means I will receive a small commission if you choose to click the links and make a purchase. This doesn’t cost you any extra.
If you want to recreate the cottagecare aesthetic at home, I want to help you do that. I’ve been living in a tiny cottage in the countryside since November and moving here has helped me feel calmer and more at peace. Wherever I live next, I’ll be sure to include nature based art, soft vintage blankets, dried flowers and plenty of plants. I’ve benefited so much from living a slower paced life, I never want to let it go!
Your home should be comfortable and cosy. I firmly believe that your home should be your own personal sanctuary. A cute little safe space away from the rest of the world. I’ve chosen these items because I think they promote peace. I hope you find something you like!
This candle for promoting self love and calm in your home
This candle, which is complete with Rose Quartz crystals, rose buds, petals and glitter, is intended to help promote self love and deep inner peace, according to the seller. I think it’s beautiful and love the idea of filling my home with scented candles, while also supporting independent sellers on Etsy.
Get it here from £9.30 on Etsy
This rustic lace & hessian bunting to bring vintage charm
Priced by length, this bunting is absolutely gorgeous and will add a cottagecore flair to your home. I actually think it would be a gorgeous addition to a wedding party and would add a really wonderful homemade vintage feel to the event.
Get it here from £12.00 on Etsy
These dried flowers are perfect cottagecore home decor
Whether you’ve got a beautifully planned out cottage garden, or simply some vases dotted around your home, floral displays are at the heart of cottagecore home decor. These would also make a really cute gift to send to someone who has been feeling blue, as the box can be popped through a letterbox with ease.
Get them here for £19.50 on Etsy
Bag yourself some hand painted vintage furniture
Are you a fan of functional art? Etsy’s a great place to hunt for unique pieces of furniture that have been upcycled by artists. Like this solid oak vintage sideboard, which would look absolutely fabulous paired with some second hand accessories. Gorgeous!
Get it for £375 on Etsy or browse for other pieces
Add interest to your walls with beautiful art
There are only 100 of this stunning limited edition art print available, which means that you could be one of very few lucky people to have ‘The Journey” hanging in your home. The sense of mystery and promise in this piece is absolutely mesmerising and makes me want to dive straight into the picture.
Some delicate embroidered curtains
I’m so in love with these gorgeous embroidered curtains, I love that they create privacy while still letting in plenty of natural light. The nature inspired detail on the bottom of the panels invoke lovely countryside vibes that are sure to add whimsy to your cottagecore home decor.
Step onto a round crocheted rug every morning
A gorgeous rug to cosy up your home, this would be especially lovely to add warmth and cosiness to non-carpeted flooring. It really reminds me of a soft doily, I think it’s lovely. The product description doesn’t mention the rug’s measurements so I’ve contacted the seller for details.
Sip your cocoa from a handmade ceramic mug
Nothing says comfort more than a nice hot drink. And what better way to enjoy it than to sup it from this glazed stoneware mug from Noar Ceramics on Etsy. This is a “my favourite mug” kinda mug, if you know what I mean. I feel like you’ll be drinking out of this one for life (and is it just me or would it also make a cute vase?)
Shut the world out with these fab mushie curtains
Those of you who read my roundup of cute cottagecore bedding already know that I’m a huge fan of this printed linen. I want to make it clear that I don’t just think it’s for your bedroom. These curtains deserve to have pride of place in your home. Also they’re made from linen, so should last a very long time (worth the investment, I’d say)
Get them on Etsy for £88.34 (per panel)
Walk through a magical forest in your own home
This forest scene is absolutely glorious and makes me want to go on an adventure. If you find peace in nature but live in a city or town, hanging nature inspired art in your home is the perfect way to stay in touch with that part of yourself. Plus, there’s no better feeling than supporting an independent artist.
Get this original for £29.49 on Etsy
Add texture with a macramé hanging chair
Ah, doesn’t this chair just look like absolute bliss? I’d love to sit and read here in the sunlight. I don’t actually have the space for a chair like this in our tiny cottage but you can bet your bottom dollar I’ll be getting one the moment I live somehwere a little bigger. I feel like it’s the perfect way to bring an outdoorsy feel inside.
Get it today on Etsy for £85!!
Lovingly display your flowers in apothecary vases
Get one of these absolutely charming faux terracotta vases and fill them with some dried lavender or some flowers picked on a cosy country walk. They’ll look so beautiful on a bathroom or kitchen windowsill. Absolute perfection.
Get them on Etsy from £15 with options for size and foliage
Serve nibbles on a gorgeous mango wood board
I bought this mango wood board for our home back in March and it’s absolute perfection. We use it as a serving board, nibbles platter, bread board, chopping board (but only for light chopping, not cooking – although you totally could!) a tray and a giant coaster. It’s such good quality!!
Get it on Etsy today for £24.95
Relax with these adorable animal print cushion covers
Feeling cosy, relaxed and at home is a big part of the cottagecore trend. These cushions are homely, welcoming and absolutely adorable and would look really gorgeous on your sofa. I cannot decide whether I prefer the bee print or the robin! Which is your favourite?
They’re available on Etsy from £6.60
This pressed flower coaster is beautiful AND functional
If you live in a small house like I do, you’ll want to make sure that your art is functional and beautiful to save on space. Pressed flower coasters like this one allow for you to add interest and beauty to your home, while also protecting your surfaces. I think these are lovely and really natural looking (plus every one is unique!)
If you’re feeling crafty, you should totally try your hand at upcycling some of the items you already have at home or even making something from scratch. Homemade and DIY items are a huge part of this lovely countryside aesthetic and really work well with cottagecore home decor trends.
I hope you enjoyed this post. If you’re still in the mood for shopping, I have a list of cottagecore bedding on my site that I think you might enjoy browsing.
Or why not check out some of my self care posts like my new self care routine or my this list of self care activities that will take less than 10 minutes each!
I love this so much, I will be buying the candle and possibly curtains too. Thank you Anneli xx
Ah I love the curtains so much, I really really want them!!
Love love your site!! I want that open corner stove/fireplace. Can you tell me where it’s from???