The Cottage Journal

A Collector’s Cottage

his 1953 ranch-style home in North Carolina is packed with playful color and vintage charm. For more than 20 years, homeowner Margaret Jordan has been thoughtfully layering each of her rooms with unique collections and found treasures that hold a story. She describes her decorating style as a blending of traditional, hip, and a whole lot of happy. “My home reflects my Southern heritage, my

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