Innholdsfortegnelse for October/November 2019 i American Farmhouse Style

Did you know that the right furniture can help you live the farmhouse lifestyle you want? For example, having a porch swing or rocking chair will make it comfortable to watch your kids play in the front yard. An office desk with an antiqued finish and just the right number of drawers and cubbies will motivate you to stay organized and productive. And the right sofa will allow your living room to be host to both guests at a party and your family for a movie night. Especially as the weather gets colder this fall and activities move indoors, you’ll want your furniture to be in top shape. Now is the time to re-evaluate and replace those armchairs with saggy seats, the coffee table that wobbles and the dining table…

SCENT-SATIONAL Learn how to incorporate each of the five senses into your home for a full autumn experience. THE GREAT OUTDOORS Discover the top 5 national parks to visit for the best fall foliage. POP QUIZ What does your hardware say about your kitchen style? FALL FAVORITES Check out our favorite décor items to add to your home for autumn. PUMPKIN PATCH If you don’t like digging out pumpkin guts, try one of these no-carve pumpkin ideas instead. Follow us online on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest for daily inspiration!…

HUTCH THROUGH WEDDING REGISTRIES, birthdays, shopping and thrift-store hunting, you can accumulate a large collection of dinnerware. You need a space to store it, but if you don’t want everything on display, a hutch can help you out. First popular in the 18th and early 19th centuries, hutches have been perfected to both conceal extra dinnerware or tablecloths and shine a spotlight on trinkets or accent items. You can store large serving platters that rely on colorful food for their aesthetic appeal in the deep cabinets of a hutch. Dainty tea plates that are too fragile for use but too beautiful to hide could sit behind glass doors. The key is finding a hutch that can fit both your style and your collections. Tip When looking at vintage furniture with…

1. SLIPCOVERED. For an effortless country-style sofa, grab a slipcover and some comfy throw pillows. Slipcovers can come in various colors and textures, which gives you choices in the style you want to display. You don’t have to break the bank to get “the perfect couch.” 2. LEATHER. To keep your lounge area more rustic, browse leather couches the next time you sofa shop. Sturdy leather can give you that classic farmhouse grit, but with heightened luxury and style. 3. TUFTED. Complete your upscale farmhouse theme with a tufted sofa. The extra buttons and taut fabric can continue your chic motif—especially if you can score one with rolled arms. 4. LINEN. If your farmhouse style tends to stand on more modern legs, try a comfy linen sofa. Keep the color…

1. PAINT JOB. Paint the doors a color other than white. Julie says, “Your home will instantly elevate.” Black is the safest, but blues, grays and greens are wonderful options as well. 2. AFFORDABLE FURNITURE. Julie considers accessories and rugs the “jewelry” of a room. She suggests getting slipcovered sofas and moderately priced furniture and saving the real dough for accessories that look more high-end. 3. BIG BOX BUST. “Don’t buy everything from a big box store in the farmhouse aisle,” Julie says. “That’s a big mistake.” Instead, she suggests curating items from a variety of places, including antiques stores. 4. BRING IN THE BRASS. A gleaming brass surface is a wonderful note to add to iron and wood. “A little bling keeps the décor from looking flat,” Julie says.…

Tip WHEN YOU’RE USING A THEME FOR A PARTY, KEEP THE THEMED DETAILS SMALL IN SCALE SO THEY WON’T OVERWHELM THE EVENT. We all love a dream wedding, and what’s better than a dream wedding with farmhouse style? Jennifer Stanley has owned The Honey Farm for three years, and she both lives on the property and rents it out as a wedding venue May through October. She decided it was time to design her own dream wedding shoot, complete with gorgeous details and a sweet, honey-inspired theme. VISION When it comes to planning a party—whether that’s a birthday party, retirement party or wedding—having inspiration is key. Jennifer worked with wedding planner Ashlee Wooten of Eva and Co. to help her vision come to life. “We wanted to center the wedding…

Raise your hand if you’ve ever… • Spent over an hour fixated on one tiny thing.• Thrown up your hands and declared that your wall gallery will simply never look like that one on Pinterest.• Waited to start a dream design until you have enough time to get it all done at once and… 10 years later. These scenarios plague every DIY home designer. Liz’s solution is what she calls the 10-minute cozy challenge. Set the timer for 10 minutes. Use that time to whittle away at one specific area or project. When time’s up, you can’t touch the project until the next day, when you’ll get another 10 minutes. It’s amazing how much a break can rejuvenate those home décor muscles. You’ll come back to the project with a…

5 Vegetables to Cook This Fall 1. Artichokes. The best and easiest way to cook this vegetable is by steaming it. Look for artichokes with tightly closed leaves, and remember to cut off the thorn tips. 2. Acorn Squash. Simply cut them in half, remove their seeds and bake them until soft. Add butter and brown sugar for a sweet treat. 3. Leeks. As the milder cousin of onions, leeks are perfect for soups. You’re better off using the lighter parts and saving the dark bits for broths. 4. Peppers. Best used in late summer/early fall, chili peppers will add heat to any dish. 5. Chard. Whether you make them into a soup or sauté them as a side, make sure to separate the leaves from the stem, as they…

Mint-condition furniture can make any living area look like an immaculate showroom. But Jen Crider’s book, Amazing Furniture Makeovers: Easy DIY Projects to Transform Thrifted Finds into Beautiful Custom Pieces, demonstrates how personalized thrift-store finds can have the same impact as new furniture for half the price. “I’d much rather update a thrifted chair for cheap in exactly my own style than pay a high price for a brand-new one,” Jen writes. To spruce up your rooms without breaking the bank, here are Jen’s nine steps to reupholstering a thrifted or well-loved chair. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Screwdriver• Upholstery staple remover• Poly foam pad (suggestion: 1-inch [2.5-cm]- thick pad)• Sewing scissors• Cotton batting (suggestion: Warm & White)• Heavy-duty stapler• Staples• Hammer• Durable fabric• Neutral fabric for bottom side of seat…

• BUFFET HUTCH: For a simple but practical unit, try a buff et hutch. Set out your coffee or tea display on this shorter piece’s flat top. The buffet hutch occasionally offers small overhead storage, not intruding on the flat area underneath, and solid wood cabinets below. • KITCHEN HUTCH: If you’re looking for a statement kitchen piece, this hutch might be your answer. Keep your everyday plates and bowls in the cabinets or stacked on the shelves, but let your raised cake platters or elaborate entertaining dishes pop in the space beneath the upper cabinets. • CHINA HUTCH: This piece screams party on the top half, business on the bottom half. China cabinet hutches, known as Welsh dressers in British English, offer plenty of space for your decorative pieces…

Signs speak to us in ways that no other décor can. Because while your heirloom hope chest or ancient grandfather clock may overflow with nostalgia, they’re not communicating a verbal message. That makes it all the more important to take care when accessorizing with these elements. Here are some questions to consider as you pick and place your signs. WHERE WILL IT GO? Consider the “tone” of your space. How do you want to feel when you walk into a room? Are you looking for serenity or stimulation? In addition to the colors and furniture, your boards will relay that message loud and clear. WHAT DO YOU WANT TO REMEMBER? Signs also make awesome reminders. “I believe that words in décor can be utilized to bring Scripture to our hearts…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Cleaning supplies (as needed)• Washi tape of your choice• Tape dispenser (optional)• Measuring tape• Pencil WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Prep your surface. Make sure the wall is clean and grime free before you begin.2. Using the measuring tape, determine the height and width of the wall.3. “Decide the desired width and height you want between spots,” Allison says.4. With your pencil, lightly mark the wall to indicate where you’ll be placing the washi tape crosses.5. Allison uses a washi tape dispenser to ensure that she “get[s] clean cuts each time.” She created crosses with a simple overlap of tape. Depending on your confidence level, you can also get creative with stars, rectangles or even letters of the alphabet.…

1. Remove the original legs by loosening any screws or braces. 2. If you’re painting or staining your new table legs, be sure to sand them down, paint or stain them and wait until they are completely dry. 3. Once the legs are ready, line them up on each corner of the bottom side of your table. You’ll need to drill holes into the new legs for the screws. 4. Use a wood screw to attach each leg. You’ll have to measure the thickness of the table to determine the size of the screw you’ll need.5. For extra stable legs, Nina suggests, “You can also use wood glue for added security.”…

1. BUSHELS OF BARRELS. “These are my go-to for outdoor décor,” Julie says. They have a rustic feel and can be filled with anything, from wheat to gourds to pinecones. 2. PRETTY IN PLAID. Plaid in black and white or black and red is a great fall textile. You can incorporate the print with throw blankets or linens. 3. PUMPKINS, PLEASE! There’s no such thing as too many pumpkins. You can combine white and orange ones for a fun look. Julie says, “Pumpkins are such an iconic part of fall décor.” 4. LET THERE BE (CANDLE) LIGHT. Black candlesticks in a variety of heights add instant style to an outdoor dinner party. 5. FIREWOOD FUN. Julie says, “Firewood is a great decorating tool that helps a fall party feel warm—plus,…

FINDING THE PIECE: This is a great item to look out for during your next flea-market shopping trip. It might be an old window or an old door—either will work, as long as it has glass. You can also look at reclaimed materials stores, which have old parts from homes and other buildings. RESCUING THE PIECE: Before you use it, you’ll want to make sure there aren’t any safety hazards. If there is a pane with broken glass, knock out that single pane so there aren’t any sharp edges. You might also want to sand down any sharp places on the wood to avoid splinters. Finally, clean the whole door or window, finishing with a glass cleaner. USING THE PIECE: All you need to use your piece is a whiteboard…

The farmhouse community would not be the loving and supportive group it is without the people who spread their talents, kindness and encouragement. One of those personalities is Charlotte Evans Russell, a mother, wife and the talent behind the blog and Instagram account Charlotte’s Happy Home. American Farmhouse Style: How did you get involved in the farmhouse community? Charlotte: I’ve always had a love for old things, vintage items and antiques. Something about them having a story to tell just spoke to my soul! I love the cozy, inviting feeling you get with farmhouse style. It takes me back to my childhood days of simpler country living. When I discovered there is an online community that loves this style as much as I do, I was elated! Just like the farmhouse…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Mason jar lids (24 Wide Mouth lids)• Spray paint (Ivory)• Dictionary paper• Scissors• 3 cinnamon sticks• Twine• Burlap material• Hot glue gun and glue sticks WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Spray two coats of your desired color onto the Mason jar lids and let dry.2. Cut 24 strips of dictionary paper (approx. ¼” W x 10” L). Using a hot glue gun, attach one strip of paper along the outside of each lid.3. Cut a long piece of twine and slide every lid onto it, making sure they’re all facing the same direction.4. Tie a knot to secure the lids (you may want to put a cylindrical object in the middle to hold the lids in position).5. Tie three cinnamon sticks together with twine, and hot glue…

1. WOOD: for a classic and sturdy addition to your seating collection. Let this wood bench blend in with your décor and seamlessly complement your hardworking furniture collection. 2. PAINTED WOOD: for a pop of personality among your reliably neutral furniture pieces. Use a painted bench the color of a common thread featured in your throw pillows, blankets and accent items. 3. COWHIDE: for that quintessential farmhouse look. A splash of animal print can keep your décor fun and lively, while remaining true to farmhouse style. 4. METAL: for a bit of shine in a wooden interior. A metal bench gives you an easy-to-clean bling for your buck, for an industrial accent in your farmhouse. 5. UPHOLSTERED: for a softer, welcoming seating option. Just covering even one side of a…

Brendt’s husband, Andy, transformed an outdoor bench into an indoor treasure through a simple DIY process. Follow these instructions to give new life to an antique or turn your favorite furniture item into a popping statement piece. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Sandpaper• Paintbrush• Chalk mineral paint (used here: Duck Egg Blue by Annie Sloan)• Soft cloth• Clear wax WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Prep your object with the sandpaper. Flatten out the rough edges, according to your preference and style. (While unfinished wood is popular in farmhouse furniture, you may want to go a bit smoother for this project, since you’ll be finishing it off with a coat of wax.)2. Use the paintbrush to apply the chalk mineral paint to the surface, allowing the color to dry completely between layers.3. Seal…

1. EARTH TONES. Take your color inspirations from the Kober residence! Nicole uses browns and creamy whites throughout her home and then accents them with striking pops of black and even dark green, through wreaths and potted plants. 2. BE WOODEN. Exposed wood molding, ceiling beams and hardwood floors are great ways to build the farmhouse feel into your home. But there are other ways to include it too. Think crate coffee tables, unfinished wood shelves and old store signs. 3. ADD IN THE ACCESSORIES. Hit your local thrift stores or antiques shops with these items on your shopping list: apothecary bottles, galvanized tin tubs, folk art and old books. Use them to style your shelves, mantels or coffee tables to create Pinterest-worthy tableaus.…

WHERE TO LOOK Scour your local flea markets, yard sales and estate sales, or turn to online shops that do the hunting for you. Antiques shops and thrift stores are also great places to start. WHAT TO LOOK FOR Whether you snag an antique apothecary cabinet or a vintage ice chest, wood pieces are right at home in the American farmhouse. Allison also loves to collect old photographs, which she mixes and matches with pictures of her family. QUESTIONS TO CONTEMPLATE When you find something that piques your interest, consider its function in your home. Is this going to be purely decorative, or will you upcycle it and use it for another purpose? You’ll also want to consider the investment. This isn’t just about the price you’ve agreed to pay…

American farmhouses are magical havens for those with an eye for countryside beauty. Sweet and rustic, they effortlessly spin past charms like white shiplap, plush corners and chandeliers into vintage retreats made for modern living. In her new book, Cozy White Cottage: 100 Ways to Love the Feeling of Being Home, design expert Liz Marie Galvan rolls out the blueprint on how to add cozy charm to your farmhouse year-round. WALL TO WALL We’ve all had that hopeless room: You walk in, sigh and walk out. “If you don’t have built-in architecture, the walls can seem rather looming—four giant canvases begging to become something interesting,” Liz writes. The jumble of store knickknacks and Pinterest close-ups can sometimes become difficult to navigate when you’re trying to tie a whole room together.…