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The Cottage Fairy Companion: A Cottagecore Guide to Slow Living, Connecting to Nature, and Becoming Enchanted Again (Mindful Living, Home Design for Cottages) Paperback – November 22, 2022

by Paola Merrill (Author)
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 490 ratings
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Awaken to Mindful Living Cottagecore Style

“This book presents an easy entry point for readers interested in exploring mindfulness and the cottagecore lifestyle.” –Library Journal review

#1 Best Seller in Small Homes & Cottages, Folkcrafts, Architectural Decoration and Ornaments, Fiber Arts & Textiles, Seasonal Crafts, Architecture, Home Design Decorating & Design

Discover how to infuse the charm of cottagecore into your everyday life with The Cottage Fairy Companion. This book takes you to a simpler, more mindful existence, offering the beauty of slow living, rustic aesthetics, and a deep connection to nature.

Romanticize our life. With The Cottage Fairy Companion as your guide, immerse yourself in the enchantment of everyday magic. Reimagine life through a cottagecore lens, whether you're a city-dweller or countryside resident, helping you build an intimate connection with nature and experience the joys of slow living.

Embrace mindful restoration. Follow the inspiring journey of author Paola Merrill and unearth the profound wisdom that nature offers for personal growth and fulfillment. This guide illustrates how the practices of rustic living and mindful awareness can become the cornerstone of your daily life, transforming your world into a serene haven of simple, balanced living.

Inside you'll discover:

  • Practical strategies to integrate cottagecore aesthetics into your daily life, regardless of your dwelling
  • An engaging narrative of Paola Merrill's transition from city bustle to countryside tranquility
  • Mindfulness techniques rooted in the wisdom of nature
  • Inspiration to embrace the magic in the everyday

If you liked books like Escape Into Cottagecore, Cozy White Cottage, Simply Living Well, or The Little Book of Cottagecore, you’ll love The Cottage Fairy Companion.

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  4. Publication date
    November 22, 2022
  5. Dimensions
    7 x 0.5 x 9 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    1642509795
  7. ISBN-13
    978-1642509793
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“Merrill, who has one million subscribers, believes that a cozy cottagecore vibe can be had anywhere, not just in the country. As she writes in her debut, The Cottage Fairy Companion, … a beautiful life ‘isn’t dependent on where you live, but how.’ She organizes the projects and reflections in the book by season, under chapter headings including “A Gentle Start,” “Cultivating a Loving Space,” and “Quiet Living in Winter.” Her crafts—orange slice garlands, a terrarium, and more—are ‘very easy,’ [senior editor Natasha] Vera says, but ‘they’re no less enjoyable, even if you’re an expert. The purpose isn’t to keep busy or master it. It’s to slow down and have a moment to connect to nature and yourself and be in the present moment.’ ”
—Publishers Weekly

“Merrill (Cottage Fairy YouTube channel) discusses what she has learned about her cottage and herself as the seasons change. She discusses her transition from city to country living, and while the book focuses on country life, solutions for connecting to the seasons and nature are offered for city dwellers as well. The book embraces the cottagecore trend, and while the word ‘hygge‘ is never used, it is embodied in the text. Merrill’s subscribers—more than a million—will embrace this work, and readers unfamiliar with her YouTube channel may also find it enjoyable. Readers will find recipes, crafts, guided activities, and a meditation for each season. The sections also include questions to guide readers on their path to mindfulness. VERDICT: This book presents an easy entry point for readers interested in exploring mindfulness and the cottagecore lifestyle. ”

—Carrie Byrd, Library Journal

About the Author

Paola Merrill is a Puerto Rican American living in rural NE Washington State. She is an English literature student, and has worked as a magazine editor and writer for several years. The philosophy behind her popular Youtube channel, The Cottage Fairy, was to bring people from all backgrounds together and develop a greater awareness of nature preservation and sustainable living. Her videos are artistic representations of daily life. They are intended to be meditative and have a calming effect on the viewers.  

As for past examples of her work, she is an English literature student who worked as a magazine editor and writer for several years.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Yellow Pear Press (November 22, 2022)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 168 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1642509795
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1642509793
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.5 x 9 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 490 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Calming, meditative, inspiring, creative read!!
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Calming, meditative, inspiring, creative read!!
I enjoy the Cottage Fairy’s YouTube channel and this book is truly a wonderful companion. I loved how it is broken out into seasons and ways to maximize our conscious living in each, along with fun activities & recipes. I made the coquito for Christmas this year which was a major hit!! I also was inspired to make a wreath as per the suggestions in the book, and here it is :) I cut branches from our Christmas tree to use, and actually found random branches with pine cones attached in my city neighborhood when on a walk! The book inspires creativity in all forms, especially appreciation of our everyday living, making our environment and experience a joyous haven. It’s a delightful read & one I will continue to re-read for inspiration. I highly recommend this book & the Cottage Fairy in all she does!!
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Daylily
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book, Very Well Done ...
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2023
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The author, Paola Merrill, is a lovely woman, both inside and outside. And this book reflects that. She has knowledge beyond her years, and ideas to benefit every reader. If I were to select one book for you to purchase this year, it would definitely be this one. It is well written and has ideas we can all use. The illustrations are perfect, and I especially love all her artwork throughout the book... Wonderful Book, Very Well Done!
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WhatYouWill
5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanted Again
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2022
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This charming, thoughtful, soulful book carries the same unpretentious beauty as Paola's YouTube channel. Accessibly written but never shallow, the author shares her external and internal journeys in order to connect with and reassure her readers. Her quiet but powerful messages of self-acceptance and strength delve far deeper into the heart than a simple picture book (oh, but the photos *are* spellbinding!). Filled with poems, recipes, personal anecdotes, and sweet affirmations, this book is a cup of warm tea with clover honey for the weary and struggling. Paola calls us to commune with that long-lost piece of ourselves that used to play by the creek on a spring day. As she conveys her own experiences and challenges, she gives us permission to seek a more peaceful and authentic reality. It's worth mentioning that I used to love to read, but life's gotten in the way. Paola's book is quite literally the first I've been eager and able to read in a very, very long time. Thank you, Paola, for that gift. Folks, buy this book. You won't regret it.
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Julie K. King
5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational
Reviewed in the United States on July 29, 2023
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Paola has a gift for grounding and ways for coping with todays hectic lifestyles. Her book is as good as her VLOG, so full of wisdom and things we can do to enrich our lives. There is a reason she has over 1 million YouTube subscribers, she has been through things and relates them so candidly and in a way we all learn and not feel so alone. I love this book, the way it is written and designed is awesome. It provides that dose of tranquility we all need and crave, I highly recommend 🤩
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A. Holweger
5.0 out of 5 stars Nourishing
Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2024
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This is the most soul-nourishing book I’ve ever read. I took my time savoring each page. It will definitely be one I revisit over and over again.
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WaterBaby
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely, Peaceful Feeling, Tiny Print
Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2023
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I have seen several of The Cottage Fairy's YouTube videos and her calming voice and mindful living are inspiring. I was happy to see the book and read her writing. My only suggestion is to make the font bigger. Lots of space on the pages (probably by design) but the print is so tiny that it's difficult to read which makes it uncomfortable to read rather than relaxing.
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Sunshinesoup
5.0 out of 5 stars A lovely book
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2023
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Honestly, this book exceeded my expectations. I have enjoyed some of the author’s videos on YouTube, but frankly I’m so used to being disappointed in the quality of books produced by people who became famous on Instagram or other social media platforms, so I really did expect to get it and feel kind of “meh” about it. (This is not to insult those people as humans, only that just because someone can create beautiful vids or insta posts, doesn’t mean they can translate all of that into a book that is worth reading) Instead, I absolutely loved it. It’s such a calming and relaxing book. The pictures are stunning, the artwork is charming, and the writing is fluid and lovely. Paola’s care for life and beauty really shines through on every page. As someone who has been pretty obsessed with slow living and books in this vein for years, I didn’t necessarily learn anything new, but it was nice to have the reminders. I think this would make a wonderful gift for younger women in your life, as it’s written in an easy to understand manner, and touches on subjects that a lot of girls in their teens and early twenties struggle with quite often. I’m really glad I took a chance on this book. It was a pleasure to read, and I know I’ll be returning to it.
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willow99
5.0 out of 5 stars The Writing and Thoughts Are Lovely - Print Quality Less Than Desirable
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2022
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I couldn't wait for Paola Merrill's book and I am so happy I purchased it. I fell in love with her YouTube channel, "The Cottage Fairy", and her book is exactly along the same lines, so if you love her show, you will love the book. It is well written and beautifully photographed. I enjoyed the seasonal thoughts.

That said, the publisher choose a very poor quality for the printing. The photos came out dark and grainy and not at all the high quality I expected. As another reviewed commented, the book also had a strong chemical smell from the printing that was nasty for a day or two.

This does not do Paola's work justice. I am giving the book 5 stars because the author and photographer did a wonderful job and it met, even exceeded, my expectations. I wish I could review the printer/publisher separately because they would get 2 stars and a reminder that books like this should be both beautiful and pleasant to HOLD as well as read. I don't want to open a book and feel like I'm in a chemical factory.
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Kimberly Mulivrana
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on November 19, 2023
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This book was such a joy to read. If you’ve ever watched any of Paolas YouTube videos you will love her books. It is a book on slow living full of insights on how to take the time for reconnecting to self. It’s full of quiet reflection. Also many of Paolas traditional recipes and fun crafts from nature
It’s a lovely book that I will enjoy having in my collection
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Kyle Edwards
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and inspiring!
Reviewed in Canada on May 3, 2024
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Paola is multi-talented and I'm absolutely inspired by her. Her book is a keepsake. I'm so happy with my purchase. I recommend this book to any and all who wish to indulge in the sweet simplicity of it all. Thank you Paola, you are an absolute treasure!
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Tatiana M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Belíssimo! Um livro que pode transformar o seu olhar para a vida!
Reviewed in Brazil on February 17, 2023
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 Meu encantamento com os vídeos da Paola me trouxe até aqui... finalmente realizo o desejo de ter o seu livro em minhas mãos! É tudo o que eu esperava e muito mais. Um universo de novas possibilidades que se abre à minha frente. A delicadeza na forma de olhar a vida e se conectar com a natureza. Respeitar o seu tempo e se alegrar com a beleza e simplicidade das coisas. É um livro que está afinado com o que acredito.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Belíssimo! Um livro que pode transformar o seu olhar para a vida!
Reviewed in Brazil on February 17, 2023
Meu encantamento com os vídeos da Paola me trouxe até aqui... finalmente realizo o desejo de ter o seu livro em minhas mãos! É tudo o que eu esperava e muito mais. Um universo de novas possibilidades que se abre à minha frente. A delicadeza na forma de olhar a vida e se conectar com a natureza. Respeitar o seu tempo e se alegrar com a beleza e simplicidade das coisas. É um livro que está afinado com o que acredito.
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jmmccormick
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Read and useful information
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 22, 2024
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I really like her you tube videos . I find her very calming and I'm part way through the book and I'm really enjoying it
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This book is marvelous - gentle, beautifully illustrated and inspiring. Highly recommended!
5.0 out of 5 stars Gentle and inspiring
Reviewed in Germany on November 27, 2023
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Every page of this book is created with love. The words, the pictures - this story should be read by everyone who are looking for inner peace and motivation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Gentle and inspiring
Reviewed in Germany on November 27, 2023
Every page of this book is created with love. The words, the pictures - this story should be read by everyone who are looking for inner peace and motivation.
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M.
5.0 out of 5 stars Un libro precioso y acogedor
Reviewed in Spain on September 12, 2023
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Soy consumidora habitual de sus vídeos de Youtube, y adoro la paz y calma que me transmite en cada uno de ellos. Leer este libro sin duda se sintió exactamente igual, he sentido en todo momento como si estuviera en compañía de una amiga de toda la vida. La forma de narrar de la autora transmite mucha paz, y sus palabras sientan como un abrazo cálido en un frío día de invierno. Es un libro muy acogedor, agradable y tranquilo, perfecto para cuando buscas calma y volver a ti. Las recetas y las manualidades que incluye son súper bonitas e interesantes. No me ha decepcionado en absoluto, y lo releeré de vez en cuando. ¡Espero con muchas ganas leer sus futuras obras! :)
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