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Welcome to the Cottage.

The Tiny Canal Cottage is a resource for helping folks mindfully conceptualize, decorate and enjoy versatile + smaller home spaces. Founded by designer, consultant, stylist, creative director and author, Whitney Leigh Morris, this family-owned small business recently finished the construction of a new, compact cottage and greenhouse-office in the southeastern US, and are also restoring a little 1800s French farmhouse and its outbuildings with co-stewards. Morris’ focus is crafting flexible, sustainable, and more community-focused home spaces. Explore Whitney’s book, blog, and social channels for years of tips and tales from living and working in — and with — a smaller footprint.

Happily Going Gray

Happily Going Gray

Whitney Leigh Morris
Family

I decided a while back to let my hair go through its natural graying process without interfering with it or trying to cover it up. I figured this was just one more way to save time and money— plus I really don’t mind the pops of silver.

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I know that the wiry strands are nearly imperceptible in some photos, but there are plenty there— especially when I pull it all up into a bun.

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Since I pretty much fall asleep by 9 each night, I think they suit me well.  👵🏼

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Photos taken by Tinylicious

On My 39th Birthday

On My 39th Birthday
Saving in Small Ways

Saving in Small Ways