September 2014
Homeward Bound
With no old houses available in their favorite location, a New York couple build a new house and infuse it, inside and out, with country charm and reimagined furnishings.
House Proud
A pair of Kansas natives draw upon their childhood memories to transform a 1960s Pacific Northwest ranch into a cozy country home chock-full of their own artwork.
Above & Beyond
Two creative Canadian shopowners renovate and decorate to turn the lofty space above their store into living quarters that perfectly suit their simple country tastes.
Small Wonder
A tiny Texas cottage is big on style, thanks to the owners' creative do-it-yourself decor and knack for transforming secondhand finds.
Call of the Country
After relocating to a more rural area, a Texas couple renovate and redecorate their 1950s home with classic country furnishings, plenty of down-home decor, and a palette of neutral, red and black hues.
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Homeward Bound
With no old houses available in their favorite location, a New York couple build a new house and infuse it, inside and out, with country charm and reimagined furnishings. Hello, Harvest! Think beyond the humble pumpkin to infuse Halloween happiness into your home. Win handcrafted accents: Click here to enter for your chance to win wonderful primitive Halloween decor from LiaBel Primitives.
House Proud
A pair of Kansas natives draw upon their childhood memories to transform a 1960s Pacific Northwest ranch into a cozy country home chock-full of their own artwork. Building Barnyard Buddies: Learn how to create your own sweet miniature sheep from a master craftsman.
Above & Beyond
Two creative Canadian shopowners renovate and decorate to turn the lofty space above their store into living quarters that perfectly suit their simple country tastes. Now There's An Idea! Think outside the box, basket and bowl with innovative ideas for reimagining your furniture and accents.
Small Wonder
A tiny Texas cottage is big on style, thanks to the owners' creative do-it-yourself decor and knack for transforming secondhand finds. Can-Do Cottage: Learn how to maximize style in a small space without breaking the bank. For a sneak peek at this idea-filled article, click here.
Call of the Country
After relocating to a more rural area, a Texas couple renovate and redecorate their 1950s home with classic country furnishings, plenty of down-home decor, and a palette of neutral, red and black hues. Read the Signs: Master a well "de-signed" look in your home with hints for decorating with painted signage.
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Country Connections
Find out what's new with fellow Country Sampler readers, our social media sites, current contests and more. This month, we're showcasing our fall Pinterest board, a fan photo from Facebook and a fun video about reinventing picture frames.Antiques Q&A
Our expert assesses a diverse assortment of classic country antiques, including a whimsical salt and pepper shaker set, an old pewter porringer and an heirloom armchair.Country Treasures
Herald the harvest in style by incorporating these fall and Halloween decorating delights into your seasonal schemeDecorate with Crafts
A native Montanan infuses her suburban Illinois home with Western-influenced decor and then asks the Country Sampler stylists to help decorate her basement family room for autumn. Click here for a sneak preview of the article!
