Country Living articles from August 2004

Country Living archives from August 2004

Comparing treasures.(Your Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... Country Living has been my favorite magazine for years. I'm always pleased to find articles on some of my most valued treasures--like my glass frogs (What Makes It Country? February 2001, page 75) and my Vera scarves (Antiques, April 2003). And...

A timely article for a new collector.(Your Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I enjoyed reading Marie Proeller Hueston's "Book Smarts" (Collecting, May 2004). Recently I joined a first-editions club at a small, independent bookstore in the little town of Fairhope, Ala. Each month the bookstore mails me a signed...

Needs ideas for a work in progress.(Your Letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... My husband, our two sons, and I live in metropolitan Washington, D.C. The city buzzes with political, cultural, and family activities, but when Country Living arrives I look forward to settling into an easy chair for an inspiring, quiet treat....

Noticed a change--for the better.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2004... I noticed something was definitely different when I opened your June 2004 issue. After leafing through the articles, I went back to read the Editor's Journal, which explained the expanded photography and new sections. I especially enjoyed...

August.(Editor's Journal)
August 1, 2004... When I was young I would often tag along with my mom while she did her Saturday chores. When we stopped for lunch, she and I would talk about friends, school, and plans for the coming week. Sunday was family day, when my grandparents would...

Batter up!(Out & About)(Baseball Vacations, minor-league ballparks)(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2004... With their fan-friendly stadiums, wacky mascots, between-inning giveaways, and easy-on-your wallet admission fees, minor-league baseball games are one of the best reasons we can think of to spend a summer evening outdoors. From the Savannah...

This month.(Out & About)(The annual Duncan Hines Festival)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... duncan hines fest Long before his name appeared on a cake-mix box, Duncan Hines was a traveling salesman who wrote books on baking, travel, and restaurants. His first book, Adventures in Good Eating (1936), was reprinted 46 times. In the 1950s,...

Inn of the month.(Buzz)(Florida Panhandle community of Rosemary Beach )(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... Taking it easy and spending time with family and friends is precisely what the Florida Panhandle community of Rosemary Beach is all about. Purposely designed to promote neighborliness--think front porches, pedestrian-only walkways, pocket...

On walden.(Buzz)(Houghton Mifflin Co. releases 150th-anniversary edition of Houghton Mifflin)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... In August 1854, a then-little-known writer named Henry David Thoreau published a memoir called Walden. In the 150 years since its publication, this influential book about Thoreau's solitary life at Walden Pond, in Concord, Mass., has inspired...

Editors' pick.(Buzz)(Loop de Loops ribbon belt tops)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... With its citrusy velvet backing and pale moonstone buckle. Loop de Loops ribbon belt tops our list of must-have summer accessories. Created by North Carolinian Lizanne Shaver, the belt is but one of dozens of colorful examples that the designer...

Don't sweat the small stuff.(Buzz)(outdoor entertaining)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... In May, we put a call out for your favorite outdoor entertaining tips. Reader Susan Cuellar told us she likes to keep summer parties simple. She strings lights on her oak trees, fills vases with daisies, and serves guests frosty strawberry...

Seattle eclectic: at Watson Kennedy Fine Home and Fine Living, Ted Kennedy Watson offers an artful mix of old and new.(Shopping)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... It's easy to spot Ted Kennedy Watson (left), latte in hand, striding along the six-block stretch that separates his two stylish shops--Watson Kennedy Fine Home and Watson Kennedy Fine Living--in downtown Seattle. The former tennis pro has been...

Visit Bend, Oregon: head to this outdoorsy, laid-back mountain town for hiking, biking, fly fishing, and great summer events.(Weekending)
August 1, 2004... Twenty years ago, Bend, Ore., was little more than a rough-and-tumble timber town situated in a spectacular mountain setting. Since then, the mills have been shuttered and the town has grown to embrace some 63,000 residents, many of whom first...

International style: update your home with the latest designs from Scandinavia, Europe, and the USA.(Country Classics)
August 1, 2004... crystal delight Toast the bold color and fine craftsmanship of Abigails' carved and etched ruby-cased crystal glassware (water glass, $125 per pair), from its Belle Epoque Collection. (800) 678-8485 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] bedroom...

Oz storybooks: professional appraiser Helaine Fendelman identifies and evaluates your possessions.(What is it Worth?)
August 1, 2004... valued at: $100 The first Oz book, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, was published in 1900. Black-and-white illustrations in this assembled set (above) of Oz books indicate a 1960s printing. Tik-Tok of Oz's cover has water stains. If all were...

Got cake? Laden with memories of Mom and homemade treats, vintage food carriers hit a collector sweet spot.(Cake Carriers)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... When Stephanie Miller and Stephen Hutchins borrowed a 1950s tin cake carrier from a neighbor a couple of years ago, they fell in love with its undiminished functionality and resilient Scottie dog decal. So the New Yorkers hunted down two on...

Vaseline glass: originally intended for everyday use, this distinctive yellow-green glass has become a much-coveted collectible.(Vaseline Glass)
August 1, 2004... It's not so uncommon for collectors of vaseline glass to go scouting for finds carrying Geiger counters. Scott Roland, a glass dealer whose business, GlimmerGlass, is based in Schenevus, N.Y., remembers sitting behind his booth at an antiques...

It's the weekend! What do you have planned? Here, 15 activities to help you make the most of summer afternoons.(Idea Notebook)
August 1, 2004... 1. gifts of the sea Let summer trips inspire a keepsake project. Put together a display from shells and souvenirs you've collected from the shore. Or create a still life and give it to a friend. Rocks polished smooth by waves can be as...

Ask the expert: Country Living Editor-at-Large Jane Dagmi offers solutions to your decorating dilemmas.(Decorating)(Brief Article)(Editorial)
August 1, 2004... creating a small home office to suit your space Q: I work from home on the kitchen table; my computer is on a desk in the dining area. I need a better solution. Did I mention that my house is already full to bursting? How can I improve my...

The mudroom: ideas for choosing the right materials, furniture, and storage to make this all-weather vestibule functional and inviting.(Mudrooms)(Interior architecture)
August 1, 2004... making grand central terminal look like home A mudroom needs to be built tough, with no-nonsense materials and functional storage. But it also may be the first room visitors see upon entering a home. In this mudroom (above), the homeowners...

Country store.(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... spiral stair kits Since 1931. The Iron Shop[R] has enjoyed a reputation for quality and value in spiral stairs. As the leading manufacturer of spiral stair kits. The Iron Shop[R] offers its customers the very best in selection, quality and...

Rock solid: here, a look at properties for sale all around the country. Please call the companies listed for additional details.(Sampler)
August 1, 2004... Originally a stop on a Missouri stagecoach line, this 4-bedroom, 3 1/2-bath 1846 stone house sits on 11 level, pastured acres in De Soto, Mo., just south of St. Louis. Masterfully restored by past and current owners over the course of the last...

Trees for small gardens: dwarf trees might be just what are needed to make the most of a compact yard all year-round.(Small Trees)
August 1, 2004... When designing a small garden, my first concern is how to make the garden appear as large as possible. A number of visual tricks can achieve this goal. One of the most common is to run a distinct visual line, like a path or hedge, across the...

August: our monthly listing of antiques shows, crafts fairs, and festive events.(Calendar)
August 1, 2004... If you would like to see your antiques show, fair, or other country festivity in our free listing, please send us a note at least four months before the event is to be held. Send information to Country Living Magazine, Country Calendar, 224 W....

On the mend: what to do when your pet comes home from the veterinarian's office--and into your personal care.(Convalescence)
August 1, 2004... When your seriously ill or injured pet returns from veterinary treatment, you experience anxiety, relief, empathy, and concern. It seems that no matter how carefully your veterinarian or vet tech goes over the discharge instructions, all you...

Summer: a simpler life.
August 1, 2004... The days slow down, and time expands over the weekend. Sun on our skin, the sweet snap of corn fresh from the farmer's field, laughter around the table--in these simple things, we experience the sum of all of summer's goodness. ...

Westward: on most fridays, two businessmen leave their Seattle digs in favor of a cozy cabin on Vashon Island. It's an easy ferry commute, about an hour door-to-door. While entertaining is a shared passion the weekends here are devoted to renewal.
August 1, 2004... no PHone. no TeLeVISIon. Disconnect and reconnect. This is the lifestyle that two urbanites crave on the weekend. Ted Watson and Ted Sive bought their 600-square-foot cabin five years ago. Watson wanted a house near the water; Sive wanted...

Garden of earthly delights: to begin, Linda Allard saw a hilltop and a view. What she imagined was something intimate, edible, and Old World to fulfill her craving for blossoms as much as her love of cooking. The result of her vision, a resplendent potager, proves you can satisfy soul and taste buds, too.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] as far as affinities go, it has always been a toss-up between beauty and broccoli for Linda Allard. The recently retired director of design at Ellen Tracy dedicated her career to color and texture. All the while, she...

The view from: Vermont country life is reflected through the paintings and photography of artist Altoon Sultan.
August 1, 2004... HILL Farm OPPOSITE PAGE: Altoon's photographs of pears adorn a kitchen wall. She left the multiple layers of paint on the stripped woodwork: "It gives a sense of the house's history." THIS PAGE. RIGHT: The kitchen sink is the original one...

A touch of dash.(bright kitchen)(Cover Story)
August 1, 2004... "Subtle I'm not!" says Wendy Borsuk, whose love of red started with the cookware she and her husband, Neal, registered for as wedding presents 20 years ago. Now it has come to fruition in this bright kitchen, which Neal, an architect, designed...

Packing 101.(Consumer goods)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... bed & bath * X-Long twin sheets * Pillow, comforter & blanket * Towels * Shower caddy & thongs * Bath & personal care items * Hair brush & blow dryer laundry & cleaning * Laundry bag or basket *...

Summer casseroles: when guests are dropping by, easy-to-make casseroles featuring summer's bounty are just the thing.(Casseroles)
August 1, 2004... Although this luscious-looking--and tasting--casserole was inspired by the tuna-noodle childhood favorite, our grown-up lobster-noodle version is quite elegant. Perfect for summer entertaining, it can be baked in individual casseroles or in one...

Summer entertaining: ease your kitchen routine--then reap the rewards and savor time with guests.(Tools & Tips)(Kitchenware)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2004... swell slicer Swiftly and safely slice the potatoes and lemons for this month's Wild Salmon and Potato Casserole (page 114) using the OXO Good Grips Mandoline Slicer. An easy-to-turn dial adjusts stainless-steel blades for uniform,...

Back to school success: how best to prepare for the new year.(Clorox Disinfecting Wipes)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... No matter how fun we try to make it sound, going back to school can be a challenge. Children have to adjust to a new teacher and a new classroom, sometimes even a new school. The experience can be exciting but also scary and over-whelming. So...

Home improvements: it's been said that our homes are a reflection of ourselves. So, why not keep yours in top form--indoors and out--with a little help from products that will not only simplify decorating, remodeling, and upkeep, but also make your life easier and your whole house more inviting once the work is done.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Comfort--and style--need not be hard won. Therefore, it makes absolute decorating sense to take advantage of one of today's most simple, effective, and foolproof decorating pleasures--a fully coordinated bedding ensemble. These elegant...

Closet creations.(Special Advertising Section)(Minwax Water-Based Pre-Stain Wood Conditioner)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Times have changed. And old homes--charming as they are--weren't built to accommodate 21st-century living. The typically small rooms--often lined with windows, closets, doorways, and fireplaces--leave little room for modern-day necessities like...

A revolution in cleaning.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Nothing is more frustrating than a vacuum that leaves a trail of dust and dirt behind. But having to pick up after the job is supposed to be done has become an all too common routine. This made no sense to British inventor, James Dyson. Faced...

A colorful foundation for instant style.(Special Advertising Section)(STAINMASTER rugs)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Updating your home's decor with a great rug has always been a wise investment. In fact, the world's top interior designers routinely use rugs to enhance the natural good looks of a hardwood, tile or stone floor--or even a broadloom carpet. The...

A fence for all seasons.(Special Advertising Section)(Classic Gothic Freedom vinyl picket fence)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Everyone loves the clean, classic lines of a white picket fence. Maintaining one, however, triggers quite another emotion. Luckily, you can now have all the curb appeal of this home accent--year-round--without ever having to pick up a...

The scent-sational home.(Special Advertising Section)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Glade[R] understands that scent can have a profound effect on our moods, thus giving it a central role in our lives and in our home. Just think how a smell can trigger a childhood memory (gardenias might deliver us to our grandmother's garden,...

Simplify your life with savvy storage.(Special Advertising Section)(California Closets, home storage systems)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... In the best of all possible worlds there's a place for everything and everything is in its place Unfortunately, in the real world, few people actually get around to finding those precious spots in their own homes. Why not turn yours into a...

House plans you can buy.(Homes to Build)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... To order plans for either of these houses, call (800) 839-0084 or see the coupon on page 143. You can also browse more than 100 additional house plans on the House Plans Finder at countryliving.com. THE THACKERY THE FEATURES ...

Write--away.(Reader's Resource)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2004... Write away, right here for information to enrich yourself, your home and your family with products and services from Country Living's advertisers. To order, circle the corresponding numbers of the brochures and catalogs listed in this section...

Fall sampler: 2004 fall catalogs.(Reader's Resource)(Advertisement)
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