Country Living articles from September 2007

Country Living archives from September 2007

Editor's journal.
September 1, 2007... On some September days it's as warm and sunny as the middle of summer, while other days I can feel the tantalizing approach of autumn. There's something about September's transitional quality that makes it like no other month. And this year...

Your letters.(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... I always find something fun and exciting in each issue of your magazine, but I was especially thrilled to read about Diane Allison and her game boards ("Game Plan," July 2007). A lifelong love of board games and their unique graphics has led me...

Pledge of allegiance.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... Thank you for the article "Made in America" (July 2007). I make an effort to buy items made in this country. I shop craft fairs, estate sales, and eBay to find quality items that will support companies here. I recommend a local organization,...

Star spangled banner.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... I am a stickler for the proper display of our country's flag. I was so impressed that in every photograph Old Glory was properly featured with the field of stars on the left side, and I noticed that you included display instructions on page...

Connecting the Dots.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... Your July 2007 issue was absolutely wonderful--from the Fourth of July ideas ("Craft a Happy Fourth"), which I'm going to duplicate, to the polka-dot projects ("Crazy for Dots"), which I adore! Thanks for brightening our day in Mississippi,...

World renowned.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... You can't imagine how happy I am every month when I open the mailbox and see Country Living magazine. You have given me so many wonderful ideas for my new house. It is like having a personal decorator helping me. MARINA PAPATHANASSIOU,...

Inspiring pages.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... What a wonderful article about Carol Phillips and her fantastic Embellishments Distinctive Pillows store in Houston ("A Passion for Fabric," June 2007). Every time I visit her store, I am so amazed and inspired by the items she and her staff...

Personal touches.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... I go directly to the last page of your magazine each month for the Simple Country Pleasures picture and verse. I have framed several of these pages and display them along the countertops in my kitchen. The special part is that I've cut out a...

Paw prints.(your letters)(Letter to the editor)
September 1, 2007... My husband and I appreciate Country Living's easy yet refreshing outlook. But we aren't the only ones in our home who enjoy your magazine. Our rabbit Lily helps herself to my monthly issues by getting on our chair as soon as she thinks no one...

This month on the web: share your family vacation photos, win a pair of cowgirl boots, and join us at our Ohio fair.(on the web)
September 1, 2007... INSPIRED DESIGN: CREATE YOUR DREAM BATHROOM Reports the National Kitchen & Bath Association, more than 10.3 million bathrooms were remodeled last year with expenditures totaling $67.6 billion. If you are contemplating an update, makeover,...

Enter to win!(on the web)
September 1, 2007... This month's Classics column (see page 29) focuses on a decidedly Western theme, including these stylish Fire and Bark-colored Manzanita women's boots from Ariat. Register to win the pair (ARV $179.95) at countryliving.com. See Shopping Guide...

Country Living Fair.(on the web)
September 1, 2007... Join us in Morrow, Ohio, September 28 to 30, as we host the second annual Country Living Fair at The Workshops of David T. Smith. Meet editors, shop more than 100 antiques and artisan booths, sample seasonal foods, and attend decorating...

How did you spend your summer?(on the web)
September 1, 2007... Who doesn't remember the first day back at school when everyone was encouraged to share his or her summer travels and activities? We'd like to do the same at countryliving.com/summer. Help us build the ultimate scrapbook by sending a photo and...

Best of the West.(country classics)(home decor accessories)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... pleasing in plaid Charles Pollock's Country Rush Lounge Chair and Ottoman. Chair: 34"W x 40"H x 391/2"D; $5,328. Ottoman: 28"W x 18"H x 36"D: $3,285. (323) 962-0440 [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "I love Western style's sense of nostalgia...

Crafting card wallets.(simple projects)
September 1, 2007... Whip up one of these easy-to-make vintage postcard wallets designed by expert crafter Melissa Neufeld [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Inspired by the vibrant hues and graphic designs of vintage postcards, craft artist Melissa Neufeld developed...

Look for an eye-catching design.(simple projects)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Find vintage postcards at antiques shops, flea markets, ephemera shows, or online auction sites such as eBay. Check the postcards' backs for old stamps, elegant handwriting, and faded postmarks (shown, below), which often possess as much...

Instructions.(simple projects)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... STEP 1: Fold the postcard in half with the decorative side face up, and cut a half-moon from the top front of the postcard. Open the card flat and cover with a sheet of clear, light-weight vinyl; stitch all around the postcard, 1/4-inch...

Cupcake confidential: felted wool, artfully stitched is how Betz White describes her creations; in two years she's cooked up quite a business.(entrepreneur)
September 1, 2007... PROFILE NAME: Betz White BUSINESS: Betz White home & fashion accessories LOCATION: just moved to Maryland see betzwhite.com to place an order INSPIRATION: delicious-looking colors, prints, patterns & (yes) old sweaters ...

6 Country-style bathrooms.(bathrooms)
September 1, 2007... Any bath, by necessity, incorporates utilitarian elements that can sometimes seem cold, hard, and impersonal. So it might not seem, at first glance, like a natural place for country style. But as the six baths here prove, there are as many...

3 easy changes.(solutions)(home furnishings)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... REPLACE HARDWARE SWITCH OUT standard hardware on vanities and medicine cabinets with antique-look knobs. GLASS KNOBS, whether clear or in colors like depression-glass green or pink; porcelain, bone, and cast-iron knobs can all give a...

Romance from the past: antique iron beds offer something special.(CathouseBeds.com)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... Craig Spencer, owner of CathouseBeds.com, has over 30 years of experience in amassing and restoring the largest collection of fancy antique iron beds in the country. What started as a then $10 gift for a girlfriend, soon turned into a passion...

The draw of old cards.(antiques)
September 1, 2007... Vintage examples of the boxed Bicycle playing cards range from an 1885 extra-gilt-edged pack to a 32-card euchre deck (c. 1920). The female figure of Columbia depicted on the ace of spades has been a logo for Bicycle's maker since the 1880s....

Let's make a deal: antiquing in Alameda, California.(antiques across america)(Alameda Point Antiques & Collectibles Faire)
September 1, 2007... [IT'S SHOWTIME] At 7 A.M. on a sunny September morning, crafter extraordinaire Melissa Neufeld takes off for the Alameda Point Antiques & Collectibles Faire. Her mission: to unearth ribbons, trims, ephemera, and precious finds for her craft...

Vintage Little Golden Books; Professional appraiser Helaine Fendelman evaluates and appraises your collectibles and antiques.(what is it? what is it worth?)
September 1, 2007... Valued at: $10 First published in 1947 by New York publisher Simon & Schuster, The Happy Family recounted the daily activities of a traditional 1940s family. It was illustrated by Gertrude Elliott. This third edition is in fair condition...

Keep an open mind or you'll miss that special something that's totally phenomenal! Curious? here's what Melissa bought at Alameda.(what is it? what is it worth?)(antiques at the Alameda Point Antiques & Collectibles Faire)
September 1, 2007... THE LOOT Melissa, shown here with her husband and faithful flea market companion. Dan Neufeld, came away from the show with some unique, beautiful items--all of which she plans to use in upcoming craft projects. Melissa rarely buys anything...

New Orleans restoration.(renovation)
September 1, 2007... AFTER When Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast in August 2005, Beth Treuting Hall's home in Metairie, La. (a New Orleans suburb), stood strong, but did suffer flood damage. Though her house's exterior was sound, she chose to replace...

Around the house and garden this autumn.(HOME MAINTENANCE)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Summer's flurry of activity always makes the season pass in the blink of an eye. But the slower pace of fall offers its own delights. Time spent indoors encourages us to nest and tackle projects that restore our homes to order. And while winter...

Dates to remember.(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... SEPTEMBER 3: Labor Day Take a day off from household chores. 21: First Day of Autumn! Celebrate with a trip to an apple orchard (see page 130 in this issue). OCTOBER 8: Begin to put your garden to bed. 27: Make...

Convenient composting.(ceramic crock)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... Keep food scraps and coffee rounds under wraps in this courter-top-sized ceramic crock until you're ready to take them outside. An activated carbon filter absorbs unpleasant odors. Kitchen Compost Crock: $30; gardeners.com. [ILLUSTRATION...

Eco smart.(Energy Star's energy-saving tips)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... MAKE YOUR HOME MORE ENERGY EFFICIENT Half of homeowner's yearly energy bill is spent on heating and cooling. To reduce costs, and environmental impact, try these ideas from the E.P.A.'s Energy Star Program; energystar.gov: SEAL AIR...

House plans you can buy.(house plans)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... To order house plans, log on to the House Plans Finder at countryliving.com/house-plans or call (866) 473-4069 THE GIANNA: convenience and coziness The clean lines and prosaic exterior (defined by brick and cedar sidewall) of this...

Planting for fall: much of your garden may appear to fade with fall. Let these plants keep it bright for months.(your garden)
September 1, 2007... Labor Day used to be regarded as the outer limits of a garden's full glory. But it's actually the right time of year to plant these three popular ornamental and three edible plants to extend your garden well into--and through--the fall months....

Widow's walk: here, a look this month at homes for sale around the country that each feature a widow's walk.(real estate sampler)
September 1, 2007... Situated on a corner lot in the tiny village of Raritan, III (population 200), the c. 1862 Stansbury House is considered a historically significant property. Its exterior, typical of the Queen Anne Victorian style, features an asymmetrical...

Canines with class: it's a new academic year, so team up with your best friend and learn a few new tricks.(you & your pet)(dog collars, sneakers)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... With students everywhere heading back to school, now's the perfect time to begin a home-schooling regimen that ensures Fido stays on his best behavior through the winter months and beyond. If Fido pulls on his leash hard enough to provoke...

Let's go: Houston Heights, Texas.(weekending)
September 1, 2007... Come explore the Heights, a Houston neighborhood that looks and feels like a rural town despite being part of our nation's fourth-largest city. You'll find old-fashioned charm, history, friendly residents, ice cream shakes, and fabulous vintage...

Come to the Fair! This month, make plans to join Country Living's editors in Morrow, Ohio, for the second annual Country Living Fair.(country living fair)
September 1, 2007... On September 28 to 30, grab a friend and head to Warren County, Ohio, for the second annual Country Living Fair. Last year's event, held on the grounds of the Chicago Botanic Garden, was an enormous success. Country Living's editors and...

September events: our monthly listing of antiques shows, craft fairs, food festivals, garden events, and other notable happenings.(Calendar)
September 1, 2007... * At the San Diego Zoo's safari-themed Roar & Snore campouts, wake to the sound of lions roaring after a night of behind-the-scene tours, campfire games, and wild animal visits, sandiegozoo.org. * Reenact scenes from the blockbuster film...

Inn of the month: Hidden Meadow Ranch, Greer, Ariz.
September 1, 2007... Arizona's Hidden Meadow Ranch gives city slickers the chance to experience life on the range. After checking in, follow a cowboy on horseback to your private hand-hewn log cabin, which has a kitchenette, deep soaking tub, and fireplace. Then,...

Treasure hunt.(calendar)
September 1, 2007... Shop for painted antique furniture, vintage tableware, old store signs, reworked farm tools, and unique stationery on Sept. 20-23 at Mustard Moon's fall sale. Located in the tiny town of Carver, Minn., the store is packed with the spoils of...

10 events not to miss.(calendar)
September 1, 2007... DELAWARE WIN-TERTHUR GARDEN FAIR. WHEN: Sept. 14-16. PLACE: Win-terthur Museum & Country Estate. At this sale, shop for plants, tools, and garden accessories, or pick up tips in workshops led by expert gardeners. winterthur.org. KENTUCKY...

The needlepoint kit collection.(paintings by Gustav Klimt)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... The backgrounds in Gustav Klimt's paintings have fascinated decorative artists for over a hundred years. They seem as intoxicating now as they must have seemed to Fin-de-Siecle Vienna in the 1890's. Rich and sparkling they merge mosaic-like...

Seasons.(CHOOSING THE COUNTRY)(Basia Halik's stone house and flower shop, the Harvest Room)
September 1, 2007... This is what happens when a business woman trades a corporate career in the city for a life in the country Run headlong into September with its days that mingle summer with autumn. Green leaves are gradually giving way to color. Afternoons...

Live well.(Ted Watson's condominium)
September 1, 2007... Seattle retailer Ted Kennedy Watson Stocks his pied-a-terre, like his shops with refinements of everyday luxury BEAUTY When Ted Watson at last moved into the c. 1929 condo he and his partner, Ted Sive, purchased 20 years prior, he...

Apple Harvest: family fun is the order of the day at the Green Bluff Growers' annual apple Festival in Washington State.
September 1, 2007... At Hansen's Orchard, one of the family farms that make up Washington State's Green Bluff Growers, nearly 50 varieties of apples are cultivated, including these Golden Delicious. In September and October, families from eastern Washington...

By the season.(Rice Cottage rental home in Maine)
September 1, 2007... At Rice Cottage, Diane and Jay Speakman keep it simple. Against a background of vintage wallpaper, uncluttered compositions combine antiques and natural elements such as naturally shed moose antlers (opposite) and rocks (above). SEE SHOPPING...

Kitchen colors: what's black and white and red all over? See for yourself as you step inside this Santa Monica home.(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... Sunlit mornings in this octagonal breakfast room don't begin with the sound of a rooster crowing, nor do its French doors open to the rolling hills of a New England landscape--but you'd never know it to sit inside this kitchen. Though the...

Aged to perfection: Sweet, tart, and smooth--Rogue Creamery's artisanal cheeses reflect Oregon's bounty and their makers' passion.(artisanal cheeses)
September 1, 2007... Rogue River Blue reaches pungent perfection within a year of its fall release. Wrapped in grape leaves macerated in local pear brandy, a deep, mellow flavor underlies the cheese's bite. The Smokey Blue (foreground) is set over smoldering...

Shopping guide.(reader's resource)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... Page 29: Paint: Ralph Lauren Paint Suede Finish in Plaza Blanca (SU51); $44.99/gallon. (800) 379-7656; ralphlaurenhome.com. Throw: Anthropologie's Lucy Crochet Throw in Cream. 60" sq.; $128. (800) 309-2500; anthropologie.com. Cowboy Boots:...

{Eco.smart}.(environment-friendly cars from Hertz)(Brief article)
September 1, 2007... If you're planning on renting a car in the near future, drive green. Hertz has recently expanded its eco-friendly Green Collection of rental cars to include nearly 3,500 Toyota Prius hybrids--in addition to the more than 35,000 fuel-efficient,...

Address index.(Directory)
September 1, 2007... A-Ball Plumbing Supply | (800) 228-0134 | a-ball.com Abyss European Towels | abysstowel.com (604) 272-3004 | abysstowel.com America Retold | americaretold.com American Standard | american standard-us.com Ann Nicholson,...

Country Living Classified.(reader's resource)(Buyers guide)
September 1, 2007... antique shows ANTIQUE ELEGANCE SHOW Victorian Era - 1940's's September 15 - 16.10am - 5pm. Richardson TX. For more information http://www.victorianshow.com brass beds - iron beds BRASS AND IRON BED SALE! Buy factory direct and...