September 2018
Happy Campers
For a Missouri couple who built a Bible camp and retreat center, a rustic, budget-friendly director’s house is icing on the cake.
A Primitive Primer
An old Connecticut schoolhouse inspires its owners to learn more about early American style and traditional elements while making the space uniquely their own.
Falling for History
A 19th-century home in a New Jersey hamlet becomes a couple’s catalyst for casting off contemporary style and embracing old-house charm.
A Ranch Reborn
With woodworking skills and an eye for antiques, first-time Pennsylvania homeowners transform a dated 1970s ranch into a prim paradise.
Halloween Heyday
A California homeowner has tricks and treats up her sleeve as she decorates for her favorite fall holiday with vintage goods, flea-market finds and handmade creations.
FEATURES
Happy Campers
After building a Bible camp and retreat center, a Missouri couple construct a director’s home featuring hands-on design and outdoorsy appeal.
Woodsy Warm-Ups: Fall decorations inspired by nature.
A Primitive Primer
An old Connecticut schoolhouse-turned-residence highlights a couple’s distinctive blend of primitive-inspired decor.
Autumn Abundance: Tips on creating seasonal ambience with rustic accents.
Falling for History
A New Jersey couple fall in love with a historic 19th-century home and fully embrace a period aesthetic.
Fall Fabrications: How fabric flourishes can bring color and texture to your rooms.
A Ranch Reborn
First-time homeowners complete a perfectly prim makeover in their 1970s Pennsylvania ranch.
Dressing in Layers: Ways to assemble richly layered autumn displays throughout your home.
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Halloween Heyday
A California homeowner gives her abode a happily haunted look with vintage collections and handmade goods.
DEPARTMENTS
Country Connections
Find out what's new with fellow Country Sampler readers, our social media sites, current contests and more. This month, we're giving you great ideas for dressing your walls with our Country Wall Decor Pinterest board, inspiring reader letters, a fan photo from Facebook and a how-to decorating video.
Antiques Q&A
Our expert shares insights on seasonal goods, from Halloween party decor to an autumnal platter.
Country Treasures
Discover display ideas for must-have decorative accessories.
Thrifty Thinking
Matthew Mead offers inspiration for making wreaths, vase fillers and more from nuts in the shell.
Creative Conversions
Find inventive ways to turn ordinary objects into pretty fall displays.
Decorate with Crafts
Country Sampler stylists share how to to add harvest style to gathering spaces. Click here for a sneak preview.
Comforts of Home Giveaway
Enter for a chance to win a custom-made coffee bar worth $795.
Country Marketplace Online
Our Country Marketplace offers you simple, one-stop shopping for unique home accessories, furnishings and patterns. Click here to find out more information on our crafters and their products.
