Country Living articles from January 2002

Country Living archives from January 2002

Editor's journal.(Brief Article)(Editorial)
January 1, 2002... THIS YEAR my family and I are living in a new home. We moved in last autumn, then spent a large part of the next three months living amid a collection of paint cans, boxed appliances, unplaced furniture, and the contents of 70 cartons waiting...

Dear country living.(Letter to the Editor)
January 1, 2002... So Much Squash, So Little Room I always read and reread Country Living before passing it on to my daughter or daughters-in-law. I especially enjoyed "The Squash Queen" in the November 2001 issue. Amy Goldman is a kindred spirit. I planted my...

Warm & Comfy. (Country Classics).(Brief Article)(Buyers Guide)
January 1, 2002... Outdoors 1 Tow tots through the snow in Flnney Enterprises' ash Kinder Sled (35 1/2"I. x 14 1/4"W x 13 1/2"H; $80), from its Sno-Toys line. Call (800) 827-7858. 2 Dress your neck with Trash-a-Porter's patch scarf (57" L; $150), made from...

Country sites. (Cross Country).(online services)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... For $20 per month, www.netflix.com delivers DVDs to your door. The system is simple: Keep up to three discs at once for as long as you wish--no late fees, ever. When you've finished with one DVD, send it back in its prepaid mailer and Netflix...

Inn of the month. (Cross Country).(Bungalow Beach Resort)
January 1, 2002... Need some sunshine? Grab your flip-flops and head to Anna Maria Island's Bungalow Beach Resort, on Florida's Gulf Coast. Set amid coconut palms and flowering hibiscus bushes on a 7 1/2-mile-long stretch of white-sand beach, this laid-back inn's...

Calendar plates. (Cross Country).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Beginning early in the 1900s, small-town merchants and banks rewarded faithful customers by giving out promotional plates printed with calendars and personalized with each business's name and location. The dishes depicted everything from...

Log on and win. (Cross Country).
January 1, 2002... Enter your name at www.countryliving.com by February 1 to be eligible to win this romantic sleigh bed from Bob Timberlake's Riverwood Collection from Lexington Home Brands. The queen-size bed (suggested retail value: $1,899) is finely crafted...

Decorating idea. (Cross Country).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... A favorite trick of architectural designer Nancy Fishelson (see "The House Detective" on page 56) is to fashion window treatments from vintage homespun towels. Simply fold over and sew one edge to create a pole hem, then slip the curtain onto a...

The pub. (Cross Country).(Twin Farms pub, Barnard, Vermont)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... A cozy pub, open 24 hours a day for guests in search of a drink, a game of billiards, or some music, offers one more reason to visit Barnard, Vt.'s Twin Farms (turn to "Snow Country Cabin" on page 78). The playful bottle-cap creations of...

Great finds. (Cross Country).(wooden boxes)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Keep this season's tissues--Whether for the flu, allergies, or a classic love story--under fashionable cover. Susan Schneider McGrath decorates wooden boxes with collages of colorful vintage wallpaper scraps (below: $44 to $49). Each...

A professional appraiser identifies and evaluates your possessions. (What is it? What is it Worth?).(Brief Article)(Column)
January 1, 2002... My aunt gave me this porcelain figurine, which was given to her about 40 years ago. The 12"-tall figure's hat is removable and the mouth is open. I think the figure might have been used as a doilies sprinkler, designed to dampen items prior to...

Oil lamps: Old-fashioned but far from antiquated, these graceful beacons still burn bright in American homes.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... PORTRAIT OF AN ICON While their intricate designs readily attest to the glory days of glassmaking in the United States, oil lamps also stand as testaments to a nation's ingenuity. During the last quarter of the 19th century alone, the U.S....

Skin soothers: Protect and pamper winter-weary skin from head to toe with our roundup of practical indulgences. (Body & Soul).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... The winter months foster a sense of renewal, a breath of fresh air, and an optimistic feeling that we're working on a slate wiped clean by a blanket of snow. These weeks rejuvenate us, no matter our age, by luring us outdoors for sleigh rides,...

Winter's main squeeze: Potted citrus trees offer indoor gardeners scented blossoms and a supply of fresh fruit all year long. (Your Garden).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... As high-school sophomore, I spent some time as an exchange student in Valencia, Spain. One day during a field trip, I visited the nearby Roman ruins in Sagunto, where the ancient remains included an almost entirely intact amphitheater....

Creatures of comfort: "Nesters" delight in the tranquil rituals of domesticity. (Reader's Corner).(the joy of tending to one's own space)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Are you a nester? Nesters are those among us who feel a deep-down joy whenever we flowers, or fluff a pillow, or stir the soup. We find something wonderfully fulfilling about tending our own space, something therapeutic about discussing life's...

The low-impact nest: An inviting home doesn't have to be feathered with environmental mistakes. (Save Our Countryside).(green home decorating)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Getting our environmental act together shouldn't require us to choose between the good life and a good conscience. For decades, conservationists, scientists, decorators, landscape designers, and home builders have been dreaming up ways for...

No-sweat fete: Give us 60 minutes and we'll give you a spectacular dinner for six--our Beef Rib Roast and Stilton Yorkshire Pudding--plus plenty of time for yourself while it cooks. (Under an Hour).(Brief Article)(Recipe)
January 1, 2002... As we wind down from the holiday season's list of festive activities, a minimal-fuss, maximum-effect dinner party could be just the thing to perpetuate the cheer. Although our dinner for six takes about three hours or more in total cooking...

Mushing: Snow-loving working dogs come into their own through expert handling. (You & Your Pet).(dog sledding)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... A working animal in motion is a thrilling sight. Senses on full alert, charged with energy and purpose, it radiates vitality and joy. But observers of dog sledding (see "Recreational Mushing," bottom right) sometimes wonder whether what they're...

Redwork quilts: Collectors and crafters are reviving a century-old American needlework tradition. (Collecting).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Deborah Harding had always considered herself fairly pattern savvy when it came to quilts. But an unusual example caught the longtime collector's eye at a flea market six years ago. "I spotted a white quilt covered with red embroidered...

Saving face this winter: don't let Jack Frost rob you of a radiant complexion. Here's what you need to know to keep your skin hydrated and healthy when the temperature begins to plummet. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Over the next couple of months, chilly winter winds and the seasons lower humidity levels (not to mention the effects of indoor heating systems) will all be conspiring to sap your skin's moisture. (Add the fact that your skin produces less oil...

10 ways to kick a cold: It's that time of year again, and chances are you'll probably get a cold. There are, however, a few simple things you can do to ease your symptoms and get you on the road to recovery. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... 1. Serve up the soup. Grandma's chicken soup does more than comfort you from aching limbs and a stuffed-up nose. This favorite folklore remedy has true medicinal properties. Research shows that chicken soup thins mucus in the airways, making it...

Cycle solutions: Ease pre-menstrual symptoms; don't surrender one week of each month to PMS. Try some of our simple, easy-to-enact solutions. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... You know the drill: In the days leading up to your period, mood swings, tender breasts, weight gain, and irritability--not to mention those insatiable cravings for chocolate and potato chips--take over. If you have one or more of the above...

Women's Rx for a healthy lifestyle: It's the little things that count. Try these tips and techniques for boosting your well-being. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Today's buzzword is balance, and for today's woman, achieving this state can be a challenge. Often dividing her time and energies between a career, family responsibilities, and demands of heading up the household, she barely has rime to prepare...

The right new year's resolution: Rather than committing yourself to near-impossible-to-keep goals, try our surefire approach to a happier, healthier you. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... It's that time for reflecting on the past 12 months--and for looking toward the coming year. We each have objectives we'd like to reach as well as habits we'd rather leave behind. But if you're like a quarter of the population, you'll have...

The cold hard facts: Common misconceptions abound when it comes to the common cold. Here's what you need to know about this prevalent winter woe so you can stay out of your sickbed this season. (Special Advertising Section).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... This year, one billion colds will make their way into U.S. households, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). And although these infections are usually no more than a nuisance, they do constitute the leading cause of doctor...

Property of the month. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Rowe Real Estate)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... THE MOFFETT HOUSE This well-kept 13-room Second Empire Victorian stands on 1/2 acre in the heart of the historic district of Brandon, Vt. Built in the 1860s, it offers 5 bedrooms, 6 baths, formal living and dining areas, a library, and a large...

Virginia Lakefront. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Monticello Country Realtors)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Custom-built in 1999, this 7-bedroom, 5-bath residence is on Lake Monticello, near Charlottesville. It has formal living areas, private guest rooms, and vaulted ceilings downstairs. Recreational facilities include a pool, a dock, and 80 ft. of...

Victorian B and B. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Hillbilly Realty)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... This 70-year-old dwelling stands on 1/2 acre in Ozark, in northwest Arkansas, near Arkansas River recreational facilities. Currently a country inn, it has 4 guest rooms (each with private bath), 2 half baths, 2 large dining rooms, and a...

Delaware farmhouse. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Seacoast Realty)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Built in 1900, this Victorian is currently an antiques shop whose upstairs owner's apartment includes 4 bedrocms, 2 baths, a new kitchen, and new hardwood floors. Property is in Millville, just 3 miles from either Indian River Bay or the...

Iowa country house. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Rex Blake Real Estate)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Col. John Wakefield, a friend of Abraham Lincoln's, built this 4-bedroom, 2-bath dwelling in 1851. It has a great room, formal dining room, and a new kitchen and includes an original stone gun tower and a new 3-car garage on 10 acres. $219,500....

The garage's second life. (Real-Estate Sampler).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... When hunting for a house, make note of where you'll park your car. In warm-weather states, a carport will serve, but in cold-weather areas, a garage can protect your vehicle. Although storage space above a garage is a benefit In Itself, the...

Our monthly listing of antiques shows, crafts fairs, and festive events. (Country Calendar).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... 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....

Winter warmth.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... January basks in the afterglow of a holiday season well spent, ringing in with New Year's horns, then contentedly retreating to the quiet comforts of home. Champagne, spiced cider, and hot cocoa flow freely. Ski slopes and sledding hills lead...

The house detective.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... In the historic district of Park City, Utah, architectural designer Nancy Fishelson uncovers the character and lovable quirks of her late-19th-century fours-square house. A subdued palette of wintry whites places the structure and her...

Apres-ski.(Pitcher Inn, Warren, Vermont)
January 1, 2002... COZY Open the doors to the ski room at the Pitcher Inn, in Warren, Vt., and we unlock fond memories of New England lodges, cabins, and cottages that look and feel much like this one. Little has changed since our last winter weekend...

Living color: In a New England farmhouse, the old blends deftly with the new, the formal with the simple--each element of the eclectic mix unified by the owner's sure command of color.
January 1, 2002... IN her New Hampshire home, Victoire Taittinger doesn't stop her children from taking chocolate milk into the living room. Nor does she set the dining table and chairs "off-limits" for finishing homework. Growing up in Reims, France, Victoire...

Snow country cabin: at Twin Farms, in the hills of central Vermont, a restored 1820s Appalachian log home becomes a luxurious inn that's filled with warmth and whimsy.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Doggone comfy Take an inn owner with a penchant for quirky collectibles and a decorator with dachshunds, and the result is the Log Cabin at Twin Farms. The Honolulu-based Twigg-Smith family hired an architect-design team to convert their...

Instant country: A contemporary home in East Hampton, N.Y., comes by its timeless style simply and honestly.(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Simplicity was essential. Busy patterns were the last thing that Susan Rieland wanted to see when she retreated to her home in the Hamptons after, a busy workweek in New York City. As the president of casual design for Jones New York, Susan...

The old & the news: In rural eastern Pennsylvania, an addition containing an up-to-date kitchen blends gracefully with both the history and the style of a mid-19th-century stone farmhouse. (Country Kitchen).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... The 140-year-old Pennsylvania farmhouse that Larry Dumont and Martin Gould bought in 1999 came not only with the historic architectural details they desired but also with a gem of a kitchen addition and a dramatic view of Northampton County's...

Good for you foods: Here's to a healthy, happy New Year--one that's all about what you can enjoy, not what you can't. (Country Cooking).(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... January is often a month filled with lofty pronouncements about what we shouldn't or mustn't eat. Every year we pledge to turn over a new leaf and repent from holiday indulgences. This year, instead of focusing on deprivation, look forward to...

The Chaffee. (House Plans).(two-story bungalow)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Bill Kreager's two-story bungalow embodies Craftsman-style elements through low-pitched gable roofs and open eave overhangs. A full-width front porch has squared columns that rest on stone piers. Decorative beams adorn the living-room ceiling,...

The Manorhaven. (House Plans).(carriage house design)(Brief Article)
January 1, 2002... Augustus Suglia's carriage house has arched dormers with circle-top glass and window boxes. A cupola with a weather vane and vintage-style garage doors topped by carriage lamps add quaint touches. Each garage hay offers plenty of storage space....

Simple country pleasures.
January 1, 2002... Without fanfare or fuss--with barely a sound--the snow falls, creating a landscape of pure beauty and rare tranquillity. Important things become more evident--the rest become part of the past. The year is new, and all things are possible.

Country cooking: Good for you Foods. (The Recipe File).(Recipe)
January 1, 2002... PINEAPPLE- AND SOY-GLAZED SALMON Miso is a paste made by fermenting soybeans, sometimes with barley or rice. Look for it in Asian, health, or gourmet markets. MAKES 4 SERVINGS 11/4 cups pineapple juice 2 tablespoons...