Country Living articles from August 2005

Country Living archives from August 2005

Simple, cozy, comfortable.(Woolrich Home Fashions.)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Transform your living room into a cozy, comfortable retreat with the following tips from Woolrich[R] Home Furnishings. furniture arrangement A cozier space can be achieved by simply creating a new furniture arrangement. By setting...

I enjoyed the feature about Michelle Joy's home ("The Spirit of Reinvention," June 2005).(your letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I enjoyed the feature about Michelle Joy's home ("The Spirit of Reinvention," June 2005) so much that I grabbed my magnifying glass to ensure I didn't miss a single detail. If I lived in New Jersey, I'd want to go shopping with her and learn a...

New reader.(your letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I purchased the May 2005 issue, and it motivated me to order a subscription. Frankly, I don't know why I waited so long! Country Living is an exquisitely simple magazine with the grace of my grandmother's old quilts, the inspiration of my...

Window onto America.(your letters)(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... I have been an avid reader of your beautiful magazine for over 10 years. Although I've never visited America, I feel a part of your country through the magazine. Many thanks from someone who always awaits the next issue--a window onto America...

Aprons in the family.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... Your June 2005 My Countryside essay ("Tie One On"), by MaryJane Butters, brought back memories of my great-grandmother, grandmother, and mother wearing many aprons--sturdy ones for chores and special ones for holidays. I am fortunate to have...

A few words from our contributors.(Letter to the Editor)
August 1, 2005... Editor and outdoorsman JAY HEINRICHS ("Gone Camping," page 106) has raised the bar for family weekending: "We climbed all 48 4,000-footers in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. It was my son's idea--he was eight at the time. We finished when...

Editor's journal.(Editorial)
August 1, 2005... I recently read a study reporting that most of us (age 35 and older) spend the majority of our weekends doing chores, running errands, and essentially taking care of all the things that we don't manage to get done during the week. The result:...

Home on the range.(a visit to Badlands National Park, South Dakota)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... To the uninitiated, the stark beauty of South Dakota's Great Plains comes as a surprise. Grassy. undulating hills stretch into the distance. and little stands between you and the bright, blue horizon. To enjoy the scenery as the Lakota Indians...

Great source.(chic wide-rimmed sun hats from designer Anne Moore)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... For a garden wedding or a day at the beach, we love designer Anne Moore's (above) chic wide-rimmed sun hats with crisp grosgrain trim and her sophisticated cowboy hats that look as good at the horse races as they do at the rodeo. To see Anne's...

Weekending: Searsport, Maine.(Pumpkin Patch Antiques Center, Penobscot Marine Museum, Homeport Inn)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Most of the sites in this Midcoast seaside village, dubbed the Antiques Capital of Maine, are clustered along U.S. 1. While you're there, explore a barn full of vintage finds, order up fresh steamed lobsters, and sleep in a sea captain's...

Editor's pick.
August 1, 2005... Editor's Pick Make a splash at the shore this summer on Electra Bicycle Co.'s Petro Zillia (left; $2,200), a super-comfortable beach cruiser with custom detailing by Nony Tochterman, the exuberant Los Angeles designer behind the Petro Zillia...

Make time for you: seize the weekend to get back on track. Here, six ways to unwind and recharge.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... UNPLUG Resist the urge to run errands, advises Laura Berman Fortgang, author of Living Your Best Life (Penguin; $14). For 12 hours, turn off your cell phone, television, and computer. Read a book, take a nap, garden, or go for a walk at a local...

Everything's peachy: it's all about peaches--and old-fashioned community spirit--at the Peach Festival in Chester, N.J.(New Jersey)
August 1, 2005... As soon as the local peaches begin to ripen, parishioners at Chester, N.J.'s Community Presbyterian Church start preparing for the annual Peach Festival. They fill Mason jars with jams and preserves, they peel and slice crates of peaches for...

Lots of dots.(home furnishings)
August 1, 2005... This fun fashion-favorite motif makes its mark on home accessories seeing spots Todd Oldham by La-Z-Boy's Dot Wall Clock (18" square, 2" deep; $139) makes a distinctive, contemporary timepiece. Lazboy.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Have a hand in "fun time": a guide to making the most of family time.(KLEENEX[R] Moist Cloth)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... "Let's face it," says family time expert Donna Erickson, "a mess is most often the sign of a good time!" And thanks to new KLEENEX[R] Moist Cloth, families can enjoy endless activities without giving messes a second thought. As a syndicated...

On the station wagon trail.
August 1, 2005... Once upon a time, before minivans and SUVs, station wagons populated America's roadways. Long and sleek, originally with real wood sides, then later with simulated wood grain, station wagons were as beautiful as they were practical. The 1970s...

European enamelware: professional appraiser Helaine Fendelman identifies and evaluates your collectibles and antiques.
August 1, 2005... valued at: $350 Vintage enamelware coffee pots from Europe come in many styles. They were made as both traditional coffee pots (shown above) and as "biggins" (which combined an exterior matching filter atop the pot). Coffee pots are one of...

A private place planning the perfect spot: strategies for finding the best place in the house and decorating it in a way that captures your spirit and individuality.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... 6 steps to success * FIND A SPACE that is underutilized--beneath the stairs, beside a window, or under an eave. Even the tiniest alcove can be turned into a stylish sanctuary. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * CARVE OUT a small area within...

Divide & conquer: use versatile folding screens to create private spaces within public rooms. Styles can be found to fit any decor and budget.(idea notebook)
August 1, 2005... Consider the back as well as the front of a folding screen when shopping for the best design to enclose your nook, since you will be spending your secluded time behind it. Some solid panels can double as inspiration boards. [ILLUSTRATION...

In search of serenity.(home furnishings)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... With a few decorative and personal touches, even a room that is used daily by the entire family can be made your own when you're there. Below, items to help you create a romantic bathroom retreat. ARMOIRE, Hickory Chair, $5,156 ...

Nooks both big and small: ideas for putting a personal stamp on the entryway to a home office and transforming a basket into a portable retreat.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... A Moveable Feat Fill a basket with meaningful objects and you have a personal space that is portable. Carry it with you to any room in the house, out into the garden, or even on a trip. Fresh flowers, a scented candle, stationery, watercolors,...

Easy weekend entertaining: these ideas put the emphasis on fun, leaving you time to enjoy yourself--right in your own backyard.(entertaining)
August 1, 2005... eat out Savor summer's late-afternoon light by creating a dining room on your porch. All you need are cup hooks--which you can buy at your local hardware store--and a sheer curtain with grommets, available through smithandnoble.com. Simply...

Keeping the green: summer's heat is on full blast. Keep your lawn lush and in full color with these decorative accessories.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... conserving water Even without drought conditions, water shortages loom. Make watering more effective by doing it early in the morning or later in the evening when temperatures have cooled, reducing the amount of water that will evaporate....

Country news: your guide to exciting special events, promotions, the latest products and online offerings.
August 1, 2005... New Hampshire Antiques Show The 48th Annual New Hampshire Antiques Show runs from Thursday, August 11 through Saturday, August 13. Considered "New England's Premiere Summer Show", the New Hampshire Antiques Show features 65...

The backyard shed: a shed can be much more than a place to stow your lawnmower. Build one that answers your practical and creative needs.(home almanac)
August 1, 2005... suit yourself Sheds come in all shapes and sizes, so you can create one that suits your purpose rather than settling for something standard. Here, a few common uses for this overlooked outdoor space: * LAWN AND GARDEN CENTER. Stow...

House plans you can buy.(home almanac)
August 1, 2005... To order a plan for this house, or portfolios of previously published plans, call (800) 839-0084. You can also browse more than 100 additional house plans on the House Plans Finder at countryliving.com. The Pearsall THE FEATURES ...

All in the family.(country houses for sale)
August 1, 2005... Here, a look at properties for sale all around the country. Once a tavern and a stagecoach stop, this house is located on 1.4 acres of farmland just east of Waynesboro in Washington Township, Pa. The house was constructed in 1800 of native...

Make a felted tote bag: take a break this summer with this simple project that'll carry your possessions all season long.(crafting)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Use up your leftover yarn to construct a one-of-a-kind striped bag. Felt the bag in the washing machine for a more durable tote. For full instructions, turn to page 136. And for more unique knitting projects, consult AlterKnits (Stewart, Tabori...

This month's highlights: our monthly listing of antiques shows, crafts fairs, and festive events.(country calendar)(Calendar)
August 1, 2005... August 8 is National Lighthouse Day. lighting the way Since the United States' first lighthouse was established on Little Brewster Island in Boston Harbor in 1716, these stalwart structures have provided safe maritime navigation. This...

Splish, splash, take a bath: more than a cleansing ritual, bathing a dog is a bonding experience--and preventive medicine, too.(you & your pet)
August 1, 2005... With canines as with humans, too much oil buildup on hair dulls its sheen. Plus, if they've been playing outdoors, dogs are also wearing mud, sand, sea salt, even automotive grease. Besides coming off on your furniture, these substances can...

A welcome escape.(editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan, Kate White finds it easy to unwind at her farmhouse)
August 1, 2005... weekends all the time More than a span of days, the weekend is a time without limits. Let every hour take on its spirit. No need to save for later the solitude or adventure, repose or company you crave. The time is now. [ILLUSTRATION...

Country matters.(Jack Staub happy with his farmhouse in Pennsylvania)
August 1, 2005... Jack Staub has never looked back. In 2000, he left the advertising business to switch careers and dwell full-time on the Pennsylvania farm he and his partner, Renny Reynolds, have shared since 1980. Although he still makes frequent visits to...

Small is beautiful: a tiny 1890s cottage by the shore lives large through the thoughtful application of color and detail.
August 1, 2005... A house needs a jumping-off point--an inspiration," explains designer Kate Swope. In this weekend cottage on Long Island Sound, the point of departure was something Kate and the home's owner--who during the week lives in New York...

Gone camping.(an unforgettable weekend in the wilderness of Ohio)
August 1, 2005... Country Living contributing editors David Butler and Keith Keegan planned a long weekend in the wilderness of Ohio. Three old friends and their sons wanted some fishing, exploring, and serious hanging out time. What they found was better than...

Retro revival.(decorating the kitchen)
August 1, 2005... Spied from the road on a drive through Sag Harbor, N.Y., the mid-19th-century charmer with the for-sale sign staked out on the lawn looked like just what Mary Anne Miller and her husband, Jeffrey Peters, were looking for. But the house needed...

State fair: come for the food and all the fun at the Iowa.(Iowa State Fair)
August 1, 2005... It has inspired a novel, three movies, and a Broadway show. But for devotees of the Iowa State Fair, nothing beats making the annual pilgrimage to Des Moines. Months before last summer's 11-day celebration began, many of the fair's 1,800...

Fresh lemonade.(recipe)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... A favorite served at fairs, backyard parties, and sidewalk stands, lemonade is as refreshing as it is simple to prepare [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] pink lemonade Stir 2 tablespoons of grape juice into 2 quarts of fresh lemonade...

Taste makers.(Torani's 59 all-natural flavored syrups and Krups North America Inc.' Krups Citrus Juicer and OXO International's reamer)(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Use herb-infused sugars to update a favorite recipe. Sprinkle clove or star anise sugar on cookies before baking. Substitute vanilla and lavender sugars in pound cake recipes. Try ginger sugar in fresh lemonade. The sweet possibilities are...

Felted tote bag instructions.(knitting)
August 1, 2005... Here are the instructions for making the felted tote bag shown on page 74. The bag is knitted in stripes, then the bottom is sewn up and the bag is felted. Create knitted handles before felting or sew on plastic ones made from plastic tubing....

How do you manage?(tips on keeping households clean)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... "How do you get it all done?" is a question moms often ask one another and no wonder. Between cooking, cleaning, helping on the school fundraiser, driving the kids to sports and dance classes, and working outside the home, it's enough to drive...

Country Living directory: use these convenient toll-free numbers to obtain information about quality products and services listed below.(Directory)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... decorating and remodeling American Blind & Wallpaper 1-800-454-0248 Andersen[R] Windows & Doors 1-800-426-4261 Armstrong[TM] Flooring 1-888-ARMSTRONG Authentic Pine Floors ...

A clean sweep in carpet care.
August 1, 2005... If home is where the heart is, no wonder we put our "heart" into every decorating and renovation project. Rejuvenating our surroundings has a way of refurbishing our souls; a beautiful living space can fill you with comfort and delight. But...

Your room with a view.
August 1, 2005... Even if you have a penchant for frequently changing your decor, windows and doors occupy a place of greater permanence in any design scheme. That's why it's smart to choose wisely--with an eye toward both beauty and practicality. From a...

Color your world beautifully.(The True Value Idea Center help choose paint colors)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Selecting colors for your rooms--or for the outside of your home--is sometimes a daunting task. One blue may be too vivid, another too subdued; what looks like a creamy yellow in the store might end up too harsh on the walls. For challenges...

Change the bed, change the look.(special advertising section)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Few of us are lucky enough to have TV design gurus show up to give our home a sweeping makeover. And huge transformations--renovations and total design over-hauls--usually require lots of time and cash. But you can still give your rooms a...

Seeking the professional touch.(National Kitchen & Bath Association's courses for home decoration)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... A new kitchen is not just a thing of beauty: it's a big investment that adds significantly to the value of your home. All successful kitchen and bath projects, whether brand new or remodeled, share some important elements: quality design,...

Bring unexpected style to your garage.(paints)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Let's face it: In homes everywhere, the garage has become Clutter Central, a storage area for everything from garden tools to semi-discarded possessions. But instead of maneuvering around the mess, why not make over this space into something...

Shopping guide.(antiques, cookbooks, home furnishings etc.)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2005... Use this handy reference for all of your buying needs. The following Shopping Guide provides additional details and an index of manufacturers, antiques dealers, and stores where merchandise featured in Country Living can be obtained. ...

Write-away.(buyers guide for shopping in Florida)(Advertisement)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2005... 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...

Color your summer vacation more bright and beautiful!(adventure in Florida)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... For couples and families seeking summer bliss, Florida offers a ticket to relaxation and adventure whose diversity is unmatched. Gorgeous beaches sparkle against a backdrop of azure blue water and brilliant, sunny skies. Hundreds of golf...

Families enjoy variety and adventure in Kissimmee.(nature tours)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Besides the amazing thrills found near by at famous theme parks, a host of adventures that spark the imagination and leave memories not soon forgotten await families vacationing in Kissimmee. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] From water parks, to...

This year, park it!(State Parks)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Florida's State Parks reflect Florida's natural, cultural, and historical landmarks--a rich and diverse heritage only found in the Sunshine State. Visit one of 158 state parks to enjoy long stretches of white sandy beaches, serene rivers, cool...

St Augustine, Ponte Vedra, and The Beaches--naturally.(St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park, St. Augustine Beach)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... With 42 miles of pristine beaches, magnificent coastal estuaries, extensive salt marshes and some of the best birding in the nation, it's no wonder that St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra and The Beaches has become a favorite family destination for...

A wild ride.(amusement parks and Daytona International Speedway)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... If thrills and chills are your preference, you can spend your days being swooped or splashed at one of Florida's many amusement parks. Near Destin in the northwest there's Big Kahuna's, a water park with the largest manmade waterfall in the...

Polk County--crossroads of excitement!(lakes and parks to have fun with wildlife)(Brief Article)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Located in central Florida's Lakes Country, Polk County is home to 554 lakes and more than 500 challenging holes of golf. Its prime historic and cultural attractions include Florida's first theme park, the newly reopened Cypress Gardens...

Fall sampler.(buyer's guide for home furnishings)(Advertisement)(Buyers Guide)
August 1, 2005... 1 Save 25% - 85% off all Blinds & Wallpaper! Visit www.americanblinds.com for FREE Blinds, Wallpaper & Area Rug catalogs. FREE Shipping*--Lifetime Lowest Price Guarantee*--100% Satisfaction Guarantee*. (*ask for details) [ILLUSTRATION...

Authentic Pine Floors.(country store: ADVERTISEMENT)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Variable/Wide Plank Pine Flooring from Authentic Pine Floors. New. American Spirits Antique Heart Pine can be floated, glued or nailed for easy installation. www.authenticpinefloors.com. 1-800-283-6038. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Crown point cabinetry.(country store: ADVERTISEMENT)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Handcrafts the finest quality custom cabinetry for the kitchen, bath, and other room. Using all-wood construction, we craft period styles in Shaker, Arts & Crafts, Early American, Victorian. Choose from a wide variety of finishes, including...

Budget Blinds.(country store: ADVERTISEMENT)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... Let Budget Blinds[R] show you the infinite possibilities for your windows with our FREE Design Guide, Point of Views[TM]. Budget Blinds[R] has a great selection of window coverings, "Expert Fit" measuring and installation. FREE In-home...

Mt. nebo.(country store: ADVERTISEMENT)
August 1, 2005... Will Moses' GIRLS NIGHT OUT shows how girls really have fun! Signed, open edition poster $36 & S/H. Call for FREE CATALOG 1-800-328-6326 or visit www.willmoses.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]

Puranol.(weight loss drug)
August 1, 2005... If you want to jump start your weight loss and get healthy again... Puranol is for you! In just 5 days this powerful 2-step formula will cleanse your toxic cells back to health and help you lose excess pounds so you can feel great again! Call...

Shuttercraft.(country store: ADVERTISEMENT)(Advertisement)
August 1, 2005... REAL WOOD SHUTTERS! Interior & Exterior shutters in all traditional types & sizes in cedar, basswood, red oak & poplar. Fixed Louvers, Moveable Louvers, Raised Panels, Board & Batten and combinations. Endless Cut Out Designs, Arches, Capping &...

Simple country pleasures.(Brief Article)
August 1, 2005... Happiness,... not in another place but this place, not for another hour but this hour.