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A Cottagecore Guide to Protecting Our Frogs
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items Welcome, gentle soul, to our little corner of the lily pad. This list is a story that begins with a simple, quiet moment: a warm cup of tea or coffee held in your hands. Our 'Protect our Frogs' mug is more than just a beautiful piece of ceramic; it's...
Sections
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For Your Cosy Burrow: Homewares & Gentle Comforts
For Their Watery World: A Gentle Gardener's Guide
A Touch of Folklore: Whimsical Wares & Wearables
For the Curious Mind: Books, Knowledge & Quiet Pursuits
Gentle Acts of Kindness: Support, Share & Sustain
For Your Cosy Burrow: Homewares & Gentle Comforts
Every woodland creature needs a warm, safe burrow to call home. This chapter is filled with handcrafted treasures and gentle comforts to make your own space a haven of cottagecore whimsy. It all begins here, with the perfect mug for your morning brew...
This frog mug can be personalised as a gift or you can keep the ‘Protect our Frogs’ text. It's our gentle nod to conservation of British wildlife.
Personalised Common Frog British Wildlife Mug
I love hand made artisan goods and slow living. This handmade mug would be a perfect gift for a nature lover.
Stay Wild Green Handmade Wheelthrown Stoneware Mug | British Craft House
This makes such a good gift, not just for nature lovers but also those with an affinity for faeries.
Mushrooms all around mug handmade ceramic | Etsy
I absolutely adore these vintage-inspired watercolour prints from the RHS print shop. The level of detail is stunning, and they add a perfect touch of cottagecore charm to any room. This particular print features a beautiful array of wildflowers, inc...
Wildflower composite | Royal Horticulture Society
I'm in love with the vintage-meets-modern aesthetic of this 'Fern' print by artist Marion McConaghie. The way she layers botanical illustrations over historical book pages creates such a unique and captivating piece. It's a perfect, stylish nod to na...
Fern by Marion McConaghie - art print from King & McGaw
If you love art that feels like it's straight out of a fairy tale, you'll adore this print by Kelly Louise Judd. Inspired by folklore and the natural world, her work has a unique, storybook quality. "Frogs in the Lily Pond" is a delightful piece that...
Frogs in the Lily Pond by Kelly Louise Judd on Artfully Walls
I'm always looking for ways to reduce my plastic use, and these handmade beeswax food wraps are a fantastic alternative to cling film. I love that they're a sustainable and reusable way to keep food fresh. The floral print is so charming, and they co...
Green Floral Eco Friendly Beeswax Wraps | Bee Retro
I'm so impressed with these handmade cotton bowl covers. Not only are they a beautiful and practical alternative to single-use plastics, but they're also fully compostable at the end of their life. Made in the UK from high-quality cotton, they're a s...
Reusable Cotton Bowl Covers - Set of 3 | The Cotswold Eco Company
Create a tranquil atmosphere with this calming playlist. The gentle sounds of birdsong and nature provide the perfect, soothing backdrop for Browse, reading, or simply relaxing. Let these beautiful sounds transport you to a peaceful woodland, whereve...
Calming Forest, Bird, and Nature Sounds | Spotify
For Their Watery World: A Gentle Gardener's Guide
Our gardens, no matter their size, can be vital stepping stones for British wildlife. This chapter is dedicated to the gentle art of wildlife gardening, offering simple, joyful ways you can turn your patch of earth into a paradise for our amphibian f...
You don't need a huge garden to make a big difference for wildlife. This guide from The Wildlife Trusts shows you how to create a mini pond in something as simple as a washing-up bowl! It's a brilliant way to attract everything from dragonflies to th...
How to create a mini pond | The Wildlife Trusts
I'm so impressed with Beebombs. They're handmade in Dorset with a thoughtful mix of native wildflower seeds to create vital habitats for wildlife. I love that the seedball method protects the seeds and that the packaging is completely plastic-free. I...
1 pack of Native Wildflower Beebombs — Beebombs
I love how this pond plant collection combines beauty with a purpose. It includes a variety of native British plants that not only look stunning but also provide a vital habitat for local wildlife. With a mix of plants for different water depths, you...
Pond Collection: Starter Pond Collection | British Pond Plants
As the weather gets colder, our garden wildlife needs safe places to hibernate. A hibernaculum is like a 5-star hotel for frogs, toads, and newts! This guide makes it easy to build your own using simple materials. It's a wonderful way to create a wil...
How to build a hibernaculum for amphibians and reptiles | Wiltshire Wildlife Trust
A Touch of Folklore: Whimsical Wares & Wearables
Inspired by the 'gentle magic' of British folklore, these whimsical wares and wearable treasures are for the storytellers and dreamers. Here, we celebrate the old tales of renewal and transformation, where things are not always as they seem—just like...
I absolutely adore this beautifully detailed hedgehog pin! It's the perfect little accessory to add a touch of woodland charm to your jacket, bag, or pinboard. It even comes on a beautifully illustrated backing card with tips on how to help hedgehogs...
Hedgehog Charity Enamel Pin | Ferne Creative
I love that this beautiful kingfisher pin badge does more than just look good. By wearing it, you're also showing your support for the RSPB and their vital work protecting our native wildlife. It's a small but meaningful way to contribute to a great ...
RSPB Kingfisher pin badge - RSPB Pin badges
I'm in love with this exquisite, three-dimensional frog pendant. It's handmade from solid sterling silver by a small business in the UK, which makes it feel so special and unique. The minimalist style is incredibly versatile, and it's the perfect way...
Frog Pendant, solid silver frog pendant, animal jewellery, frog lovers gift | Etsy
Say goodbye to boring keys! I love this little mushroom keyring from Sass & Belle. The vintage design and pop of colour make it a really fun and stylish accessory. It’s a simple way to carry a little piece of nature with you wherever you go.
Vintage Mushroom Enamel Keyring | Sass & Belle
Carry your love for nature everywhere with this adorable frog and mushroom tote bag. It's made from high-quality, GOTS-certified organic cotton, so it's a durable and sustainable choice for your shopping trips. I love that it's from a small UK busine...
Frog Lover Gift Idea - Organic Cotton Tote Bag for Life, Sustainable, Plastic-Free - Eco-Friendly Aesthetic | Etsy
For the Curious Mind: Books, Knowledge & Quiet Pursuits
To protect a creature, we must first understand its story. This section is a library of wonders, filled with beautiful books on British folklore, essential guides to our native wildlife, and quiet, creative pursuits that connect us more deeply to the...
I'm utterly fascinated by the weird and wonderful tales packed into this book. It's a treasure trove of British folklore, from the belief that pigeons' feathers could prevent death to the legend of the ghostly dog, Black Shuck. This beautifully illus...
A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles & Mistletoe
This book is more than just a guide; it's a powerful call to action. It highlights the serious threats facing Britain's amphibians and reptiles and outlines the vital conservation work needed to protect them. Beautifully illustrated and packed with i...
Amphibians & Reptiles by Trevor Beebee, R. Griffiths | Waterstones
Ever wondered about the secret lives of the frogs and toads in your garden? This brilliant RSPB Spotlight book is packed with stunning photos and fascinating facts about our native amphibians. It's a really engaging read that reveals their surprising...
RSPB Spotlight Frogs and Toads by Jules Howard | Waterstones
This notebook is such a thoughtful gift for anyone who appreciates British wildlife. The cover features beautiful hand-drawn illustrations of our native frogs, toads, and newts. It's not just stylish, but also eco-friendly, made from recycled materia...
Amphibians Notebook | The Wildlife Trusts
I'm completely charmed by this knitting pattern! It's a digital download that lets you knit your very own adorable, life-sized frog, complete with a little wardrobe of trousers and a mushroom hat. It's the perfect project for any knitter looking to c...
FROG & TOAD plus CLOTHES Knitting Pattern
Start your day with the gentle, idyllic sounds of a country morning. This 'Cottagecore mornings' playlist is the perfect accompaniment to a slow, peaceful start, filled with whimsical melodies and calming tunes that evoke the feeling of birdsong and ...
Cottagecore mornings 🌞🌿🍄🧚🏻 | Spotify
This book is a permanent resident on my desk, and although it's looking a little worse for wear these days, it's a constant source of inspiration. It’s a captivating collection of English folk tales, gathered from storytellers across the country. Fro...
The The Anthology of English Folk Tales by Folk Tales Authors | Waterstones
Time to set the record straight for our amphibian friends! I've included this classic for a fascinating reason: to vindicate the poor, misunderstood frog. The infamous 'toe of frog' in the witches' brew from Macbeth doesn't refer to an actual frog at...
Macbeth by William Shakespeare, Carol Rutter | Waterstones
Gentle Acts of Kindness: Support, Share & Sustain
The most beautiful things in our collection are the ones we give freely. This final chapter is dedicated to action and community. Here you'll find ways to directly support the incredible UK charities working to protect our frogs, alongside free resou...
Here’s a wonderful opportunity to directly support the conservation of our beloved amphibians. By sponsoring a pond through Froglife, you can make a genuine difference to the survival of these vital creatures. This is more than just a charity donatio...
Froglife | Support Us
Our frogs, toads, newts, lizards, and snakes are facing serious threats, from habitat loss to climate change. A donation to the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) Trust is a direct way to help fund the vital work they do to protect these incred...
Donation to the Amphibian and Reptile Conservation (ARC) Trust
If you've ever been tempted by the idea of foraging, this wild garlic pesto recipe is the perfect place to start. It's incredibly simple, quick, and the result is absolutely delicious. It's a true taste of the wild, and a wonderful way to connect wit...
Wild Garlic Pesto Recipe | Wild Food
This is such an important read for every gardener. Our peatlands are incredible landscapes that store huge amounts of carbon and provide homes for unique wildlife. This guide from the National Trust clearly explains why protecting them is vital and g...
Going peat free | Gardening tips | National Trust