Announcement    At this time, due to hip surgery and recovery time, I have decided to only list my PDF instand download digital patterns for sale. They are full size patterns and all you need to do is print them off with your printer set at 100%. They are available immediately after purchase.
After I am up and around and have a better handle on things, I will put the other patterns and linen back in the shop. I appreciate your patience as I navigate recovery.

Thanks for stopping by.

Welcome! Winter Cottage is a small farm dwelling where hooked rug patterns & simple goods are made by hand one piece at a time. Inspired by vintage designs I offer rug hooking patterns and small needfuls like pincushions and doll quilts. Each piece is designed and created by me in my hillside cottage. I hope you enjoy the simple industry of Winter Cottage.

I'm a rug hooking artist from southeastern PA who loves creating new things that reflect the endearing look of handwork done by women from decades past. Working with my hands is very satisfying and I love to help others be able to experience the same sense of satisfaction and accomplishment. For this reason, I am happy to provide patterns so that if you don't like to draw, you can still give rug hooking a try. My patterns come in two forms: paper that you will need to transfer onto a foundation cloth, and on linen with the pattern drawn, edges stitched, and ready to hook.

All the doll quilts, pin cushions and other needfuls are finished products. Please note, that there may be intentional aged spots, a frayed edge or two, even a pin hole. But this is all in keeping with the intent to give the piece an aged appearance. All is done in good taste and within the bounds of what you would expect for an antique treasure.
Inspiration for my work is drawn from the old textiles and legacy of the farm women who helped shape my home state of PA. From the handwork of Quakers to Pennsylvania Dutch and all in between, I try to have my work honor their legacy.
Everything in my shop is made by me in my small cottage that sets on a hillside surrounded by rural farms in Berks County, PA.

If you have any questions please contact me. Due to the nature of my business, I cannot accept pattern returns but I am committed to making your shopping experience at Winter Cottage one you can trust. If ever I happen to send you the wrong pattern I will promptly send you the right one at no cost to you. Even though the preset Etsy Shop Policies section states that I do not accept returns or exchanges, please note that I am very happy to work with you if you are not satisfied with anything that you receive from my shop. My desire is that you shop at Winter Cottage with confidence so please convo me with any questions regarding a listing.

Thank you for stopping by my shop. I hope you find something you like. Please stop back often to see what new items have been added.