Innholdsfortegnelse for June/July 2022 i American Farmhouse Style

KITCHEN AND BATHROOM RENOVATIONSLOOK DIFFERENT RIGHT NOW because of the huge shipping delays and labor shortages in the home building industry. I’ve experienced renovation delays firsthand: My husband and I started a DIY renovation on our primary bathroom in September, and nine months later, we’re finally putting in the finishing touches. Our delays have had a different source though: She’s two feet tall and sucks her thumb. Trying to do DIYs with a baby in tow means my husband and I have had to take turns working on the bathroom while the other one watches our daughter. And you can’t be hammering or using the saw during naptime. But there’s an important lesson in unexpected delays, whatever the source: It takes both patience and persistence to achieve that dream home…

Every kitchen needs cabinets. Then there’s the type of door and hinges you should pick, how many drawers you want, how tightly the cabinets fit into the space…the task of picking them can be overwhelming. “Anyone who’s not hiring a designer is essentially designing it themselves,” says interior designer Holly Thompson of Holly Thompson Homes. As usual when choosing a foundational element of your house, consider function, then form and style for the best fit for you and your family. Not sure if you should repaint or replace your cabinets? We have an article about that on our website! Scan the QR code with the camera on your smart phone to get there.…

Whether you’re in the process of building your dream home or renovating your current house one room at a time, you’ll want to think about how the kitchen and bathrooms work together to create a seamless design. Here are some elements to consider as you plan one (or multiple) of these rooms at once. SAME BUT DIFFERENT Here’s what you don’t want: The same exact design and layout in every bathroom. Here’s what you also don’t want: Bathrooms and a kitchen that are so different from each other that each one could be in a separate house. A balance between these extremes is the best: You want the freedom to make each space its own, but also make certain elements echo each other. BUT WHY THE KITCHEN? Why should you…

1. USE. Consider how you’ll use the kitchen. If you’re an avid cook, you’ll probably require a larger stovetop and plenty of workspace. If you don’t cook very often, a high-quality and easily-accessible microwave will be more important. If you entertain often, you’ll want room for multiple people to work in the space simultaneously. And if you have kids doing homework at the kitchen table, make sure to reserve a cabinet or drawer for school supplies like pens and colored pencils.2. ZONES. Create specific stations, the “work horse” areas of the kitchen. Designer Danielle Steele says this primarily includes areas dedicated to prepping, cooking and cleaning. You’ll also want a storage area, whether that’s a pantry with a door or a section of your cabinets designated for storing food.3. MATERIALS.…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Tape measure• 2 pieces of wood• Saw• Sandpaper• Primer• Paint• Paint brush• Stud finder• Pencil• Level• Countersink drill bit• Drill• Screws• Wood putty• Hooks WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Using the tape measure, measure the width of the space you’ll use, then cut the two pieces of wood to that length. If necessary, clean the wood and sand any rough edges.2. Prime and paint the pieces as desired. You can use the same paint as your wall to help the wood pieces blend in. You don’t need to prime and paint the back, which will be up against the wall.3. Use the stud finder to locate the studs on the wall where you’ll install the wood, then mark them with a pencil. Since pots and pans are…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • White canvas 24” x 48”• Joint knife• Joint compound (Kaycie used All Purpose by USG Sheetrock)• Chalk paint in black (Kaycie used Rust-oleum Chalked in Charcoal)• Paint brush• Sponge• Chalk paint in white (Kaycie used Rust-oleum Chalked in Linen White)• 2 premium pine boards 1” x 2” x 8’• Foam roller• Construction adhesive• Nail gun or hammer and nails• Saw (optional) WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Using the joint knife, spread joint compound onto the canvas in horizontal lines that vary the thickness. The messier the look, the better. Allow it to dry.2. Paint the whole canvas black, using a dabbing motion around the texture edges with a sponge. Allow it to dry.3. Using a tiny amount of paint, dry brush over the raised areas with the…

1. GABLE ROOFLINE. Nothing shouts “farmhouse” more than a pitched roof, and because the rest of the home’s exterior structure is so simple, the eye is drawn even further to the simple but striking design.2. RECLAIMED WOOD. This home is made of old barn wood, so even though it’s new, it holds its own against the many historic farmhouses in this area of upstate New York.3. ALUMINUM WINDOWS. JLF Architects used materials that ensure the home is built to last. The sleek aluminum windows will withstand all types of weather in the years to come.4. RECTANGULAR SHAPE. Once you step into the home, you’re struck by the coziness and warmth of Henry and Kathy’s interior design. But from the outside, the building’s simple shape (four walls and a roof) makes…

VISION After years of use, it was falling apart and completely unsalvageable—as a dresser. “I remember staring at it and loving the arch and other pieces throughout, thinking, ‘Gosh, I wish we could cut this thing up and save some of these pieces, maybe even use them for something else,’” she says. “Then a lightbulb went off, and I asked my husband Mario if he would be able to cut the top so I could use it above the wooden windows.” REPURPOSE The two got to work, cutting up the old dresser and taking pieces to add to their home décor. In addition to placing the wooden arch in the living room, Valerie also included a few other pieces as wall art in the kitchen to add further charm and…

Unlike almonds, cashews are soft enough that you don’t need to soak them overnight. And cashew cream just tastes creamy. And so do onions. If you puree cooked onions, you end up with a cream look-a-like, ready to take dinner by storm. By the time everything gets buzzed together, you achieve a vegan cream of tomato that’s even creamier and more savory than the original—though no one will quite know why. SERVES 6 WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • 1 ⅓ cups (185g) raw cashews• 5 tablespoons (75ml) extra virgin olive oil• 2 pounds (910g) yellow onions, halved and roughly chopped• Kosher salt• 1 (6-ounce/170g) can tomato paste• 2 (28-ounce/795g) cans whole peeled tomatoes and their juices WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Pour the cashews and 1½ cups (360ml) water into a blender…

• RECLAIMED FENCES. Fences are more than borders. You can add character to your space with a white picket fence or a rustic reclaimed wood fence. “You can choose to emphasize the natural color and texture of the wood, or paint and seal the fence using eco-friendly paints and preservatives for added interest,” Bird and Duchars write.• SHELVING. Storage and shelving are easy to overlook in an outdoor space. Creating shelving allows you to display plants, candles or other types of outdoor dećor. You can even DIY a cute rope ladder shelf using salvaged wood. “Simply saw three planks to the right size and drill holes in the corners. Then thread rope through the holes, knotting on the underside of each plank to secure,” Bird and Duchars write.• TREE BENCH.…

WHITE OPEN SPACES, PAGE 28 For more on Danielle, visit markswoods.com. Kitchen backsplash: Clé Tile. (415) 887-9011 or cletile.com. Kitchen cabinet hardware: Top Knobs. (800) 499-9095 or topknobs.com. Faucets: Delta. (800) 345-3358 or deltafaucet.com. Freestanding tub: Signature Hardware. (866) 855-2284 or signaturehardware.com. Kitchen sconces: Shades of Light. (800) 262-6612 or shadesoflight.com. Kitchen sink: Kohler. (800) 456-4537 or us.kohler.com. Kitchen pendant lighting: Pottery Barn. (888) 779-5176 or potterybarn.com. Mirrors: Rejuvenation. (888) 401-1900 or rejuvenation.com. Paint: Westcott Navy by Benjamin Moore. (888) 236-6667 or benjaminmoore.com. Prep sink: Blanco Performa. (800) 451-5782 or blanco.com. Primary suite cabinet hardware: Atlas Homewares. (800) 799-6755 or atlashomewares.com. Primary suite cabinetry: Schrock Trademark Cabinetry. Visit schrock.com. Range: 48" Bertazzoni. Or (866) 905-0010 or us.bertazzoni.com. DARE TO BE DIFFERENT, PAGE 36 For more on Aliya, visit opendoorsopenhearts.com or…

For the modern farmhouse, shiny kitchen appliances fit right in. But if your home’s farmhouse style tends toward the farm cottage or vintage farmhouse, you might not want to see the kitchen appliances. “A simple way of disguising a dishwasher is to make a curtain for it,” writes author Christiane Bellstedt Myers in her new book, The Natural Cozy Cottage: 100 Styling Ideas to Create a Warm and Welcoming Home. Myers even tailors her fabric to farmhouse charm. “I have found that the best by far comes from old grain sacks, which I find at antiques fairs,” she writes. “Any stains or mends just add character.” WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Fabric of your choice• Sharp scissors, or fabric scissors• Sewing machine or needle and thread• Curtain wire• 2 pairs of…

• OPTION 1: ALL IDENTICAL. You could use the metal finish as one of the elements you carry through the kitchen and bathrooms. All your fixtures and fittings would be silver chrome, or brushed bronze, or matte black. This would allow greater freedom with other elements like your color palette or tile.• OPTION 2: MIX BETWEEN ROOMS. Keep all the finishes in each room the same, but mix between rooms. For example, all the finishes in the primary bathroom are antique brass, the guest room has all polished chrome, and the kitchen has all brushed nickel.• OPTION 3: MIX WITHIN EACH ROOM. Mixing metals within a single room is a popular design choice. One way to do this while keeping the rooms cohesive is to carry the same finish through…

• CHIMNEY-STYLE HOOD. This stainless steel, cost-effective option works well in high-grade kitchens. The look is modern, but also works well in traditional spaces especially when paired with a stainless-steel range.• PLASTER HOOD. A cost-effective trend, these range hoods begin with a primed wood hood installed on site, then covered in plaster. It’s a way to achieve texture without the high price tag of a custom hood.• WOOD HOOD. These range hoods can be constructed or painted to match cabinets, or can be striking in a contrasting color. This is also a good DIY option.• CUSTOM METAL HOOD. Although it’s often the most expensive option, a custom metal hood can be coated to match cabinets or be its own statement piece in a natural or accent shade.• CONCEALED HOOD. For…

1. BRING IN THE BASKETS. Aliya loves decorating with baskets, especially in the spring and summer. “I like the ones that look like they came out of a LittleWomen book, or the ones I can visualize someone using in real life,” she says.2. INCORPORATE COPPER. Copper accent pieces are a staple in Aliya’s home. “If you want to find authentic copper, look to see if it’s lined with tin and has brass on it. Those are two good indicators,” she says.3. STYLE WITH TEXTILE. Aliya recommends going thrifting for textiles. “You can bring them home, wash them and throw them in the dryer to kill any germs,” she says. Not sure what to purchase? Aliya suggests searching for tablecloths. She recently found a beautiful one at a vintage store for…

1. CLEAN LINES. I’m not a minimalist, but I would say less is more. Focus on larger statement pieces within your décor that create clean lines.2. NEUTRALS. I love neutrals. Bringing in a pop of dark, moody colors or blacks give the design more of a modern vibe.3. NATURAL ELEMENTS. I like to use a lot of natural elements. Not live plants, but I prefer faux greenery, which brings a little bit of life, so it doesn’t feel as cold. My style leans toward greenery instead of florals.4. POTTERY. I like to bring in something that has more of a vintage twist. It’s a great transition from a traditional farmhouse, because Old World elements exist with that, too. But if you mix pottery with modern touches, like a rustic piece…

1. SWITCH IT UP. It’s a common misconception that you have to stick to one type of wood when designing or decorating your home. In reality, mixing different types of wood can add dimension and versatility to your spaces. Try to keep the undertone of your wood consistent, but branch out when it comes to different shades and grains.2. BREAK IT UP. Too much of a good thing can ruin a design, and wood is no exception. Rugs, throws and large paintings or prints are a great way soften, add color and provide texture to a room that may have too much wood. Attract the eye to a particular wood piece by pairing it with decor of a different material.3. CHANGE IT UP. If you’re looking at all the wood…

• NOD TO NATURE. Nicole gravitates towards furniture and materials that are natural and sustainable. “Reclaimed and recycled wood, clay brick and natural stone are all materials that are good for the earth,” she says.• MIX IT UP. To add texture, mix rustic finishes with modern elements. For example, in her house, Nicole opted for exposed beams and wood floors while keeping lines simple and modern. “Tumbled travertine and chunky stone pair well with sleek metal finishes and streamlined design elements,” she says.• FOCUS ON CRAFTSMANSHIP. Add millwork into the design. To create a storied interior, Nicole added classically-farmhouse elements such as tongue and groove ceilings, crisp door and window casings and shiplap wall paneling. “Decide the look of which molding or wall treatment you want, and have a skilled…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Ready-mix, all-purpose joint compound (amount will vary based on the size of your wall; Valerie used 4.5 gallons)• 6” Joint knife• Tarp and painter’s tape• Rubber gloves• Ladder (if you need it) WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Prep your work area by taping down a tarp to prevent any unwanted spills.2. Starting with a small sample area, apply joint compound to the wall with a joint knife. To avoid big clumps, use a little bit of compound at a time. Remember that it sets fairly quickly.3. To get the signature schmear look, apply it in a haphazard way so it’s not too uniform. Skip some areas and add more in others. You can also remove some with the joint knife if you think it looks too uniform…

• SMART HOMES. We’ve all experienced the integration of our lives with technology. Eufy has a variety of smart home systems, from robo vacuums to baby and pet monitors. What Sara will use at the Villas is their security systems, which use modern technology to turn devices into command centers for safety. This includes security systems and alarms Sara can control from her phone, as well as smart locks that guests will be able to use to get in and out of their Villa.• EASY TO USE. Eufy’s motto is “Smart Home Simplified,” and they’ve created easy-to-use smart home devices and appliances. Wireless home security systems are one of their premiere offerings. This plays out in practical ways; for example, the smart locks each have a fingerprint entry system, and…

SERVES 8-10 WHAT YOU’LL NEED: FOR THE PASTRY DOUGH: • 3 cups [420 g] all-purpose flour• ¼ teaspoon table salt• 1½ sticks frozen unsalted butter• ¼ cup [60 ml] ice water FOR THE FILLING: • 1 cup [200 g] sugar• ½ cup [60 g] ground almonds• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour• 2 eggs, individually beaten• 5 tablespoons [70 g] unsalted butter, at cool room temperature• 2½ pound [1.2 kg] black plums, halved, pitted, and cut into ½ inch [12 mm] wedges• ½ cup [150 g] apricot preserves for glazing the plums• ¼ cup [25 g] sliced almonds WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. FOR THE DOUGH: Add the flour and salt to the bowl of a food processor and grate the frozen butter into it. Pulse to process for 5 to 8 seconds;…

Lana Stenner is a wife, mom of five and a blogger who talks about hobby farming and farmhouse décor. She lives on a working farmstead in Missouri with goats, sheep, bees, chickens, ducks, turkey and a goose named Genevieve. She also lives in a 120-year-old farmhouse. AFS: How did you get started with the online farmhouse community? Lana: We moved to the Grace-Filled Homestead over 20 years ago. A couple of years ago I started an Instagram account and have enjoyed the inspiration of others in their farmhouse renovations. AFS: What’s your favorite room in your house and why? Lana: My favorite space in the house is our kitchen. It was an addition that we added and built ourselves from scratch, with reclaimed lumber, hand poured concrete counters and an…

Sometimes a DIY project is as simple as repurposing a piece of furniture. Do you have an old dresser you need a new use for? They make perfect coffee bars. Here’s how you can do it yourself. WHAT YOU’LL NEED I was shopping one of my favorite local vintage shops in Oklahoma, Vintage Depot Shawnee, when this gorgeous vintage dresser caught my attention. It had been upcycled and painted, and perfectly matched my dining room hutch. I knew I needed it and had a pretty good idea what it’s new purpose would be. This type of DIY doesn’t require any building—just a vision for bringing new life to an old piece. WHAT YOU’LL DO If you already have a piece you want to use, give it a good clean and…

Collecting vintage textiles may seem like a bit of a risk, especially with the possibility of sullying them with stains if you put them to real use. But while many shy away from old linens, Instagrammer Amy Pandes of Clover House Vintage collects and restores them to their former glory. She takes pride in her extensive collection of handkerchiefs, table linens and vintage quilts. HUNTING Vintage textiles are a good collectible to hunt because they’re very cost effective. Amy pays only a few dollars for each handkerchief. Once she takes a piece home, she cleans it up and works out any stains. “I wash everything when I’m home,” she says. “As for the stains, a little bit of baking soda does the trick.” DISPLAYING Amy then displays the handkerchiefs around…

When it comes to curating your home’s style, you can take advice from friends or gain inspiration from magazines—but in the end, your spaces should reflect your own unique tastes. This philosophy is what Aliya Arnold, blogger and DIYer at Open Doors Open Hearts, fearlessly embraces as she refreshes each area in her 3,000-square-foot home. Two years ago, Aliya and her husband Justin began transforming their early 2000s ranch-style house in Ohio into the home of their dreams. While Aliya originally modeled her design after a modern French farmhouse, it has slowly morphed to showcase European farmhouse style. “When I first started, I felt like I had to stick with whatever design decision I made,” she says. These days though, she doesn’t limit her creativity. “The process has evolved. I…

Old buildings are full of surprises. Oftentimes, those surprises aren’t of the fun variety. These can include everything from foundation problems and environmental hazards to pests that have taken up residence, and, in the case of our Minden, Louisa Project House, a spring welling up into the property. When it comes to these unfortunate surprises, owner and blogger Sara McDaniel of Simply Southern Cottage says, “They are inevitable when working with historic structures. I hope for the best but always plan for the worse.” Luckily, Sara is no stranger to the unexpected. As someone who’s life radically shifted after leaving an established career and moving back home to Louisiana, she’s faced her own share of surprises and allowed them to strengthen her. That mentality translates well into rehabbing the old…

Who doesn’t love brunch? It’s a soiree that combines both morning and afternoon meals between the hours of 10:00am-2:00pm. Sweet or savory, the menu options are myriad. You can serve a variety of delicious and decadent favorites that are ideal with fruity, bubbly and refreshing beverages. Shellie Pomeroy, author of the upcoming book Natural Tables: Nature-Inspired Tablescapes for Memorable Gatherings, has fashioned a relaxed and modern bohemian brunch at the Foxfire Mountain House restaurant nestled in the Catskills of New York. The main visual on the table is the intense color indigo, a deep and rich blue that pairs well with its complementary color, orange. Shellie is a textile designer and produces naturally-dyed textiles to adorn her tables in grand museums, castles, villas, at celebrity affairs and at intimate gatherings…

Good food doesn’t need a ton of ingredients, and that’s the principle author and cook Emma Laperruque follows in her new book, Big Little Recipes: Good Food With Minimal Ingredients and Maximal Flavor. Treat yourself to a night in with these two twists on classic American dinner recipes. BACON & EGGS SPAGHETTI In The Essentials of Italian Cooking, Marcella Hazan writes about the rumored history of carbonara: “During the last days of World War II, American soldiers in Rome who had made friends with local families would bring them eggs and bacon and ask them to turn them into pasta sauce.” Naturally, this meant adding cheese. But what if they had just stuck with eggs, bacon, and pasta? You’d get something like this. SERVES 2 WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Kosher…

• VARNISHES, PAINTS AND STAINS. Eco-friendly stains and paints are widely available in many shades and are an easy way to be environmentally friendly. These are also better for you as well, because they don’t contain toxins that you shouldn’t breathe in anyway. Milk paint is often non-toxic, so that’s a good place to start.• REPURPOSE INDOOR PIECES. Do you have any old pieces of furniture that don’t fit in your home anymore? Find a new place for them outside. Some indoor furniture is okay to take outside. This may require you to treat it using an exterior-grade stain or varnish to protect it from weather.• SUSTAINABLE LIGHTING FIXTURES. Light up your backyard using clean energy and more sustainable flames to create an inviting and cozy environment. Opt for eco-friendly…

• HIDDEN STORAGE. Rather than fill space with storage cabinets, consider the spaces under beds and seating. You can buy or custom make furniture with built-in storage, so beds and sofas can open to reveal ample space for pillows or useful items you don’t want on display.• SEMI-HIDDEN STORAGE. For smaller items such as blankets and toys, store them in pretty baskets so they’re consolidated and within reach, yet hide away the clutter. You can store the baskets themselves underneath seating or organized on shelves, depending on whether you want them hidden or visible.• HANGING STORAGE. Wall height is your best friend in small spaces. Include plenty of shelving, hanging rods, hanging baskets or a mixture of all of them to keep your spaces organized. Whether you choose built-in or…