COTSWOLD COSY SEASON | SOURDOUGH | PORCH STYLING

Welcome to cosy season in the Cotswolds. As a former journalist, I’ve spent years observing the details that give life its texture—and for me, nothing tells a richer story than the quiet rituals of home as the cold settles in. In this episode, come along as I prepare for the nesting season. We’re firing up the Aga, making slow sourdough loaves from scratch, styling timeless autumn outfits, and stepping out into Tetbury. Settle in with a warm cup of tea by the fire as we talk classic English country style, home comfort, and the books keeping me company this season. Grab your favourite mug, curl up, and let’s embrace the warmth together. Timestamps 00:00 – Embracing the Cotswold cozy season 01:29 – Autumn outfits & styling the Fair Isle knit 03:00 – Fireside reading: current book recommendations 07:00 – Sourdough making: ingredients & mixing the dough 10:35 – Kneading, shaping, and proving 12:43 – Literary deep dive: The Loving Spirit & This Immortal Heart 16:00 – Wrapping up warm: an autumn walk in Tetbury 19:24 – Hair routine & visiting the salon 20:17 – Baking the sourdough in the Aga 22:08 – That oversized green jacket & cosy goodbyes ShopMy Wardrobe: Corduroy jacket: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104858930 Knitted Collar: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859032 Tweed trousers: https://on.ltk.com/+NRgnvOa1MCV4EhWnuTHZxw Wool Fairisle Tank: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859199 Cotswold Coat: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859345 Wrist warmers: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859610 Jeans: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859289 Reversible Jacket: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859256 Tan loafers: https://on.ltk.com/+xQIL1Ec1KnQt-hl2okMktg T-Bar bracelet: https://on.ltk.com/+REY5DJNsd-cM6pGhWvp-KQ ShopMy Home Gingham Bow: https://on.ltk.com/+ELRXgEiWjXmeuPFTimbffA Kettle: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859499 Toaster: https://on.ltk.com/+oQpGmvJsZPqpYr8buYHBRQ Rug: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859428 Mug: https://go.shopmy.us/p-104859539 Stand Mixer with Wooden Bowl: https://on.ltk.com/+s0WbbmZLS1_norpFJ6_f2w Olive oil bottle: https://on.ltk.com/+eqP7nIRiiw-XPWx_-r53gw Beauty products I love: Dry Skin Moisturiser: https://on.ltk.com/+lYy_JaW8_Q3rtcw0p_D4YQ Eyeliner: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90107170 Mascara: https://go.shopmy.us/p-90107180 Dyson AirWrap, currently on sale: https://on.ltk.com/+7djXb-YhAcDe96qlBtBErQ Featured in this episode Knits & Style: Brora Fair Isle vest in 'Conker', oversized reversible jacket from Twizzell In the Kitchen: Shipton Mill organic flour & proving bowls, Le Creuset casserole pots On My Bookshelf: This Immortal Heart by Jennifer Saint, The Loving Spirit by Daphne du Maurier Special Spots: Highgrove, Shipton Mill, Mayfair & Grace Sourdough (makes two loaves) 800g strong bread flour 10g salt 320g sourdough starter 460ml water Combine the flour and salt, then add starter and water. Knead by hand for 10 mins or using the KitchenAid dough hook for 3. Cover and leave in a warm place for three hours. Knead and shape into two loaves. Place in dough bowls and leave overnight in the fridge. In the morning, turn into casserole dishes, cut a cross on the top of each loaf and cook at your oven's highest setting for 20 minutes with the lid on and 20 minutes with the lid off. Join the conversation: What are your favourite comforting rituals when the weather turns cool? Any fireside book recommendations you think I should read next? Let me know in the comments below! If you enjoyed this slice of English country life, please like, subscribe, and share this video with a friend who loves all things cosy. Links may include affiliate links.