House and Home - Oct 2016

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Volume 1 • Issue 7

What’s inside...

YOUR HOUSE 4

Time is now to get the lawn, garden ready for the winter

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Get prepped for winter

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Your guide to proper tree pruning

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Ghosts and ghouls and scarecrows, oh my!

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Ask a Designer: transitioning outdoor spaces for fall

FEATURE ‘Sunny Side’ up for sale

Rinker on Collectables

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Gardening in the winter?

YOUR FINANCES 20

Make use of your home’s equity

COMMERCIAL 21

A booming Bradford -- again

IN THE KITCHEN 23

Dawn A. Fink Esquire

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Bob Clark Tom Dinki Amber Turba

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Advertising Representatives

Deborah Belli Lucy Nuzzo Deborah Perry Tim Stokes

Amy Hayden Leanna Cameron Jenn Mong

Graphic Designer

Matt Keim

Circulation Manager

Nichole Finnerty Published every month by Bradford Publishing

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Lawncare

Time is now to get the lawn, garden ready for the winter

By Bob Clark

Special to House & Home THE LAWN mowers are ready for the shed, but there’s still much to do in the lawn and garden before bundling up for winter.

According to experts with the Allegany County Cornell Cooperative Extension, much work can still be performed even as temperatures dip into the frost range.

Colleen Cavagna, a horticulture educator, and Master Gardener Lyn Chimera shared some tips to get the lawn and garden squared away.

Rake leaves off grass and add them to your compost pile. If you only have a small amount of leaves, you may shred them with a mulching mower and leave them on the lawn as you would grass clippings (make sure they do not clump). This will help to minimize weed problems.

To keep your lawn at its peak next spring, officials recommend continue mowing lawns until the grass stops growing, keeping the mower deck at 3 inches.

If fertilizer is needed, apply a pound of nitrogen per 1,000 square feet two weeks after the last mowing. Officials said the timing should be in between Halloween and Thanksgiving, but not much later -New York law bans lawn fertilizer spraying

from Dec. 1 to April 1 annually.

If the lawn is compacted, consider using a core aerator, a machine that makes small holes in turf to allow in more air, nutrients and water.

For those who need to lay sod, the CCE’s website notes it may be laid until the temperature dips below 40 degrees without risk of damage.

OVER IN THE GARDEN, be sure to plant spring bulbs while the soil is still workable -- that way there will be colors other than white to look at in the early spring.

If hoping to winter over annuals, examine the plants for illness and insects, wash them with a soft sponge and rinse thoroughly. It’s best to acclimate the plants slowly so the temperature and humidity change isn’t such a shock -- usually before the furnace is turned on for the season.

Cavagna and Chimera recommend taking the same steps to ready cuttings to propagate next season. Cuttings can be started in a vase or potting soil. Put water-started cuttings in soil shortly after roots develop, while rooting hormone could be helpful started in water it’s important to plant them in soil shortly after the roots start to develop. If starting in soil, rooting hormone can be helpful. Keep the cuttings moist but not wet.

“What plants you ask?

Well, I have started marine heliotrope, rosemary, elderberry, and coleus to just name a few,” Chimera said.

And while you’re out in the garden, now is the time to get it cleaned up for next season. Take out old leaves and plants and get them ready for the compost. But don’t put diseased plants on the compost pile unless it gets hot enough to kill the diseased materials.

When readying perennials, experts say leaving seed heads are good for winter birds, while crowns and leaves serve as protective covers.

It’s not necessary to cut back all the perennials. Leaving plants with seed heads intact is good food for winter birds. The crowns and leaves of the plants also serve as a protective cover for the plants against temperature changes during the winter. But some plants with leaves that turn soft and mushy, like hosta, should be cut back.

Leave the tree, shrub and rose pruning until late winter and early spring, except for spring blooming shrubs like lilac and forsythia. Those should be pruned after they

bloom next spring.

Now is a great time to move and divide perennials, especially ones that bloom in spring. If we don’t get much rain be sure to keep them well hydrated.

It’s also a good time to plant trees (especially conifers) and shrubs. Many nurseries are having sales and there are great deals to be had. However, examine the plants carefully. An unhealthy plant is not such a bargain.

With all to do, experts agree the key is to not get overwhelmed.

“One chore at a time and you will be ready before the first real snowstorm,” Cavagna said.

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Winterizing

Get prepped for winter

Storing your warm weather gear for winter hibernation

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The onset and arrival of colder temperatures means that it’s time once again to brace yourself - and your home - for everything that winter weather threatens to throw at you. From cool, drafty air wafting into your house to friends and family bringing snow and sand inside with them, it’s important to remember the preparation to go through before winter strikes.

In order to help keep your home warm, cozy and clean throughout the winter months, follow these seven tips to get started:

Check the Roof With warm days dwindling, it’s never too early to look over your roof for damaged shingles or other various problems.

Because winter brings along cold weather and plenty of precipitation, cracks in the roof can cause major issues down the road. If heights and ladders aren’t your thing, try using binoculars from ground level to check things out.

Clean the Gutters After the trees shake loose of their leaves throughout the fall, it’s always imperative to keep the gutters clean of debris. If your gutters fill up with leaves and other junk, the runoff from rain and snow has nowhere to go except in unwanted crevices in your roof.

Seal Leaks Around Windows and Doors Caulk is a cheap, simple solution to one of winter’s most annoying little habits - sending cold drafts into your house. Look closely as you check around windows and doors for small cracks then carefully seal up the problem.

Install Door Sweeps Another way to keep warm air in and cool air out is to use door sweeps on the bottom of all exterior doors. A door sweep is a simple device that can be attached to the door frame to help seal the space between the bottom of the door and the floor.

Reverse Ceiling Fans While some ceiling fans require flipping blades, most new fans simply have a reverse feature to make the blades spin clockwise. This easy fix can help pull room air upward and cause warm air - which has risen to the ceiling - to be forced back downward.

Keep Out Sand and Snow Rather than sweeping and vacuuming your entryway every evening, place rugs and storage bins close to your front door, garage and any other entrance to the home so that you and your guests don’t track sand and snow into the house when inclement weather hits.

Stock Up on Winter Gear Unfortunately, it’s impossible to know exactly what each winter will bring. Rather than trying to fight the elements on a snowy day to find salt for your sidewalk or a new shovel to clear the driveway, stock up on these items and other winter essentials long before Mother Nature strikes.

Winter can be a pain, especially for homeowners, but staying on top of your preparation and being ready for cold weather’s reach can help make snow season easier to handle. For more tips to get your home ready for winter, visit elivingtoday.com.

It’s that time of year when the weather turns crisp, colors brighten, and there are a dwindling number of perfect days left to relax outside or take one more drive, ride, or trip to the lake.

Too soon, it will be time to put away your classic car, boat, motorcycle, and patio furniture, until warm weather arrives again.

Proper storage techniques are super important to keep your gear in great shape and running order. To make sure you are ready to roll next spring, we’ve compiled a list of simple storage tips: • Storing your classic car or motorcycle. It’s important to clean and remove all road grime, dust and other debris from all interior and exterior surfaces before storing. Then, after cleaning, make sure to protect hard surfaces and finished leather with 303 Automotive Protectant.

Also, remember that old gas breaks down over time and can lead to gummed-up fuel lines, carburetors and injectors. To avoid these issues, fill your fuel tank 95 percent full with fresh gas and add a quality fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL Storage to keep the gas fresh for as long as 24 months. After the stabilizer is added, run the engine for a few minutes to ensure that the stabilizer gets into all parts of the fuel system.

• Storing your boat and water equipment. It’s best to do a thorough cleaning of your boat to avoid any deterioration while it sits in storage.

Start by removing all the dirt and grime from the boat’s surfaces with a

cleaner such as 303 Marine Citrus Cleaner & Degreaser, and protect the exterior of the boat with 303 Marine Quick Wax. Moving to the inside, similarly to the classic car, fill the gas tank 95 percent full with fresh fuel and add a fuel stabilizer. Store your boat in a cool, dry place and cover it to keep dust away.

• Storing your small engine equipment.

Most fuel available today contains ethanol, and ethanol can wreak havoc on small engines if they’re not treated before storage. Over time, the water and ethanol will separate and sink to the bottom of the fuel tank, leading to corrosion, stalling and engine damage. To make sure your engines start up come spring, fill your tank with fresh fuel and add a stabilizer to the tank. It’s also a good idea to store your small engine equipment indoors to protect it from the elements.

• Storing your patio furniture. Before putting your outdoor oasis away, make sure to wash or brush off any loose debris. Remove surface stains with a cleaner such as 303 MultiSurface Cleaner and make sure to protect your cushions from future spills and spots with a product such as 303 Fabric Guard. Make sure to apply it in a well ventilated area and let it dry before storage. Finally, protect the hard surfaces of your furniture with 303 Protectant to repel dust and prevent fading and cracking.

For more information, visit www.stabil.com or www.303products.com.

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Tree Care

Your House

Your guide to proper tree pruning limbs may require three cuts instead of one.

insect infestation. A good rule of thumb is

The first cut is a small notch in the bottom

to never prune more than 25 percent of the

of the limb, around two to three feet from

crown. According to experts at TreeHelp.

the trunk and about one-quarter of the

com, living branches should comprise at

way through. This helps prevent the bark

least two-thirds the height of the tree. In

from splitting. A relief cut is then made a

some instances, the rules may need to be

few inches away from the notch cut, and

bent if trees are interfering with utility lines

goes all the way through. This removes the

or to meet community laws. However,

weight of the branch so that the final cut

always prune minimally to avoid damaging

can be made without the branch splitting

the tree.

and falling. The final cut is made right

Pruning is a job that may be tackled by do-it-yourselfers, but sometimes larger tasks are best left to a professional tree trimming service.

The right tools also make the job safer

where the limb extrudes from the branch

and easier. Use a pole pruner and lopper,

collar, or the swollen bump that then forms

rope saws, folding pruner, and a bucksaw.

into the tree limb. Follow the slant of the

A chainsaw can be used in some instanc-

branch collar when making the cut. Smaller

es, especially when pruning larger limbs.

or thinner branches may not require the

Always disinfect pruning tools after you’re

same three steps, but every effort should be

done to prevent the spread of disease to

made to reduce injury to the tree.

other trees.

When deciding how much to prune,

Consider hiring a professional tree

less is usually more. All pruning can

service if pruning proves beyond your ca-

on thinner branches before moving on to

put some level of stress on the tree and

pabilities. Doing so is safe and often well

reasons. Storms may have damaged

thicker ones, which may require extra help.

increase its vulnerability to disease and

worth the investment.

branches, necessitating a pruning. In other

Branches may be heavy, and it takes a

instances, trees may have outgrown their

guided hand to ensure the branches fall in

yards, overpowering the landscape.

a safe manner so they do not cause dam-

Trees may require pruning for a variety

Autumn and winter, when trees largely go dormant and fallen leaves make it

age or injury.

Branches also need to be trimmed

easier to see the branches beneath, may

properly to facilitate good healing. Trees

be prime times to prune. Pruning during the

will form a callus bark covering over cuts

dormant period also minimizes sap loss

to keep out disease and decay, much as a

and stress to the tree, and can help cut

scab forms over a person’s wound. Damag-

down on the growth of fungi. In addition,

ing the bark on a tree while pruning may in-

insects are less likely to be problematic dur-

terfere with that process, so do-it-yourselfers

ing the colder months of the year.

need to take the time to prune correctly.

Trimming and pruning can be handled

According to Danny Lipford, home

by do-it-yourselfers if the branches are

improvement expert and host of the radio

smaller and more manageable. Practice

program “Today’s Homeowner,” larger

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Holiday Decorating

Ghosts and ghouls and scarecrows, oh my!  Decorating For Halloween

By Kate Day Sager Special to House & Home

When it comes to decorating homes for the autumn, homeowners often fall into two categories: creating a spooky Halloween appearance or crafting a lovely autumn design.

Two households in Olean, N.Y. and Bradford, Pa., fit into these brackets and spoke of why they decorate year after year.

Kathleen and Gary Walton of West

have decorated their home throughout that period.

“When our kids were little we also all had other little kids on the street and the parents said they appreciated it,” Kathleen Walton said in explaining why she has decorated for four decades.

Walton said she not only decorates for Halloween, but also for other holidays.

“I have so many decorations, you wouldn’t believe it,” she noted.

Kathleen Walton said she and her hus-

Green Street in Olean said they’ve lived

band purchase decorations both locally as

in their neighborhood for 40 years, and

well as out of the area, such as in Buffalo and at area craft shows.

“I see what I want in the stores (or craft events) and I buy it,” she said. “If I don’t, when I go back it isn’t there.”

She said their decorations are not only appreciated by the neighbors, but by others in the community.

“People come by, they

Photo By Kate Day Sager Kathleen and Gary Walton of West Green Street in Olean stand near their spooky Halloween house decorated by their daughter, Kimberly Hart.

stop and take pictures,” she

lights and sound effects, ghosts, tomb-

said. “There’s two or three

stones, spider webs and flaming pumpkins.

planted and potted mums, hanging plants,

people who come by every

Hart also dresses for Halloween and hands

white and yellow pumpkins as well as the

out candy to trick-or-treaters.

requisite scarecrow and witches.

year and say ‘We come by every holiday just to see your house.’”

Kathleen Walton said now that she and her husband are older, their daughter, Kimberly Hart,

In Bradford, Diane Ludwig said she

Her home has a variety of colorful

She also has a tasteful beagle skeleton

also decorates her Stone Avenue home for

dog that greets visitors on the front porch.

every season, and enjoys doing it.

She finds her decorations at garden shops

Ludwig said she leans toward the more traditional autumn decor for the

and produce stands as well as area stores.

“I change everything every year, and

Halloween season and is on the constant

I add different things,” Ludwig said, noting

to help them out. The

search for decorations that blend in with

the decorations help her get into the spirit

spooky decorations include

her garden plants in the front and back of

of each holiday. “I find things I like (locally

witches, skeletons, skulls,

her house.

and in Erie) and buy them.”

decorates for Halloween

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Special to House & Home OLEAN — 660 Main St. has for more than a century been the house just about anyone in Olean would move into if they could.

Its colonial charm, White Houseesque pillars and luxurious garden make locals take the long way home just to drive pass and get a glimpse.

With its six bedrooms, multiple fireplaces and high ceilings, it’s been home to a lumber man, an oil man, a lawyer and a doctor.

“Even when I was a kid, this was the house,” said Dennis Pezzimenti, DPB Realty agent.

Now the house of Olean is on the market for the first time in 32 years. The owner, recently retired Dr. Adil Al-Humadi, is looking to sell and with his wife, Jehan, move to Virginia. The 4,848-square foot home, nicknamed “Sunny Side” when first built around 1912, is not only one of Olean’s most revered homes, but may be the last of its kind in the city.

With its $439,000 asking price however, the home has sat on the market

660 Main St. is the last of its kind for several months without much interest.

Just one potential buyer has come to visit.

“This is one of the most prestigious houses in town — the hard thing is the price and trying to get this much in this community is pretty hard,” said Pezzimenti, who has been working to sell the home. “Especially with our taxes, (it) doesn’t help any.”

Yet Pezzimenti and Al-Humadi are

confident the home’s look, history and charm will lead it to a buyer eventually, whether it be a wealthy professional moving into the area or a family looking to upgrade. And Al-Humadi said whoever that family is, they will enjoy living in such a unique home.

“Nothing is going to be built like it (in the future) because of the architect and the wood,” he said. “From Buffalo

to here, it is the only house that has this unique architectural design.”

Al-Humadi keeps several documents scattered across his second-floor office that detail the home’s history. Together the photos, letters and historical books put together a fragmented history of the home.

It was built around 1912 by Mr. and Mrs. John Troy, who made their wealth in the lumber industry. They nicknamed the home Sunny Side due to the way sun seemed to perfectly hit and warm it. The land included a building for servant quarters and horse stables, as well as fenced area for the horses to roam; it’s currently the garage and private tennis courts, respectively.

The Troy’s sold the home in 1930 to E.C. Vedder, who then sold it to the Conklin family in 1946, according to a 1972 letter sourced by Mr. Donald Hershiser, who lived the Conklin family for about 10 years until 1985.

After moving to Olean in 1974, AlHumadi for a time lived in an apartment right around the block from the home. Yet he never took notice of “Sunny Side” —

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he said he was busy with his practice.

In fact, it was his wife several years later that loved the home and dragged him to come look at it when it was put up for sale.

When touring one of the bedrooms, Al-Humadi recognized a picture of the home’s owner. He had said seen the man, Mr. Conklin, as a patient at Olean General Hospital. Al-Humadi had always assumed he was poor.

“It turned out he was the richest man in town,” he said.

Al-Humadi would fall in love with the house’s high ceilings and fireplaces.

He and his wife felt it was a nice house to live in, raise children and entertain.

“We thought it was a nice, warm, cozy home,” he added.

The Al-Humadi’s purchased the home in 1984, however their work wasn’t done. It was in poor condition, with no installation, hardwood floors that a heel could easily step through and curtains that literally disintegrated when touched.

Al-Humadi and his wife took time renovating — adding installation, fixing the floors and adding their own interior design — before moving themselves and their few small children in. Over the years they also built their own garden and patio in the backyard.

“We spent about half a million dollars on this house in order to shape it up, but it was worth it,” Al-Humadi said.

Yet it was also important for the family to preserve the home’s historic look, particularly the outside.

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Tom Dinki/Olean Times Herald Dr. Adil Al-Humadi plays the piano in 660 Main St.’s parlor room.

Tom Dinki/Olean Times Herald Dr. Adil Al-Humadi and DPB Realty Agent Dennis Pezzimenti look over historical documents on 660 Main St. in the home’s living room.

13 Many similar homes in Olean have since been torn down, like former Gov. Frank Higgins’ mansion, or divided into three- or four-family homes, like such houses on West Sullivan Street.

“This is one of the ones that stayed the classic house,” Pezzimenti said.

Growing up in Olean, Pezzimenti had always admired the home. Once he became a realtor, he dreamed of putting the house on the market.

“Now I got to get it sold,” he said.

For Al-Humadi, he’s begun to reflect on all his memories of the home. He’s hosted many social gatherings like graduation, anniversaries and dinner parties and Islamic Society of the Southern Tier meetings and celebrations at the home. He can remember he and his friends guessing which Arabic tune one of them was playing on piano at parties, as well as a large party on year in the backyard with a roasted sheep hauled in from Buffalo.

“With all the food, and the people and music,” Al-Humadi recalled.

It will be tough to say goodbye if the house gets sold and he makes the move down to Virginia, though he’s excited to do things like tour the White House and the Smithsonian Center. He said he’ll miss the porches, high places and high ceilings the most.

“The bedrooms, everything — they are just right. They are not too small and not too big. Just a beautiful design,” he said. “It was magnificent. I really fell in love with it.”

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Decorating

Your Home

ASK A DESIGNER: transitioning outdoor spaces for fall

By Melissa Rayworth Associated Press

Outdoor decorating often focuses on turning decks, patios and porches into summer destinations. But some people love their outdoor entertaining space even more when the weather turns colder.

“Being outside with friends and family on a slightly chilly evening is about as good as it gets,” says Florida-based interior designer Andrew Howard. “I have a lot of great memories with drinks and good friends sitting around a fire. Often I don’t remember the weather, but more that we enjoyed each other’s company.”

New York interior designer Young Huh agrees: “I love being outdoors as the air becomes crisp and cold,” she says.

“The light seems brighter and glows more golden in the evenings.”

We’ve asked Howard, Huh and Massachusetts-based designer Kristina Crestin for tips on the perfect mix of accessories, colors, scents and firelight to make an outdoor entertaining space fall-friendly.

SMALL ADDITIONS Crestin has decorated her patio in Massachusetts in shades of turquoise and chartreuse, which look cool in summer.

Then she easily updates the look for fall by adding throw blankets and other accessories in plum tones.

The same concept works if you’ve got a crisp blue and white color scheme outside: It looks nautical and cooling all summer long, but with the addition of throw blankets in navy and camel-colored fleece, or woolen plaids, the space feels right for fall.

To make these transitions easier, keep a set of outdoor pillows specifically for colder weather, Huh says. Or change the pillow covers out for some warmer tones as the weather changes. Consider your current color scheme, and then get creative. Huh suggests considering patterns like a brownand-white check, a tartan plaid in shades of brown, orange and cream, or even warm, orange polka dots.

Fall plants can also change the space.

Huh loves yellow, orange and red chrysanthemums in rustic baskets, and uses hay bales at different heights to create high and low displays for dahlias and chrysanthemums, dried corn, pumpkins and other items.

Another powerful transformer: scented candles. Howard recommends them yearround; they can keep mosquitoes at bay in summer, and scent the air in fall, winter and spring. Cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and pine are great choices.

Table accessories can also signal the transition of seasons: “Fall is the ultimate ‘eat outside’ season,” says Howard. Opt for table linens and dishware in fall colors that complement your outdoor table and chairs. Huh says touches like bowls of apples with walnuts and pecans can finish the look.

FURNITURE If you’ll be buying any new outdoor furniture at end-of-summer sales, look for pieces with thick, deep cushions. They “allow for more pillows and blankets,” Crestin says, and let you nestle deep into the cushions for warmth and comfort on cold nights.

Another consideration when buying seat cushions and pillows for use in the fall: They might get sooty if they’re close to a fire pit, so choose items that are machine washable or easily replaceable, Crestin says.

She also suggests looking for flexible seating options that are durable but also easy to relocate if guests want to move closer to a fire or cluster together in cooler weather. She uses ceramic stools that are “heavy enough that they’re not going to blow away” but are easy to lift.

FIRELIGHT A fire pit is often the most crucial piece of an appealing outdoor space in colder weather. “I would rather have a fire and a great conversation than worry about pillows and changing them by season,” says Howard. Even in Florida, “I put in fire pits all the time.”

Beyond warmth, a fire offers beauty and a focal point.

“An outdoor fire is like nature’s TV,” says Huh. “Wood fires are mesmerizing to watch, smell good, and give us a wonderful sense of coziness and wellbeing.”

A wide range of styles and sizes of fire pits are available. “I love a simple copper kettle fire pit,” says Huh. “They look warm and lovely even in the daytime without a fire. Of course, if you can manage it, having a built-in stone fire pit can fit in both modern and traditional styles.”

Fire pits don’t have to be large, says Howard. And the location can vary depending on your space and preference.

“Ours is sunk into the patio” along the edge of the grass, says Crestin. Guests sit in chairs or stand nearby, or they can spread out a blanket on the grass nearby.

Crestin recommends using color bricks that you can throw in the fire to add color to the flames. “They’re almost like a graham-cracker size,” she says. “It isn’t totally seasonal, but I find that we’re using those more in the fall.”

And if you’d prefer not to light a fire or you’re seeking even more warmth, “outdoor heaters are a wonderful new invention,” Huh says. “Clustering a few around a seating area can really emit a warm and cozy feeling even on the chilliest fall evenings.”

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rinker on collectables

Questions and Answers

Column #1514 Copyright

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Harry L. Rinker, LLC

2016

The Shelf Sitter Era Has Ended A shelf sitter is an object that rests upon a hanging shelf, mantle, tabletop, bookcase, or cabinet with glass doors.

It is an object that is meant to be admired rather than used, albeit it can have a utilitarian purpose. Reasons for admiration vary – beauty, family heirloom, nostalgia, souvenir, or simply a conversation piece.

Shelf sitters were common elements in late 19th and early 20th century households. The Victorians loved knickknacks, especially in the parlor.

Objects, such as Staffordshire figures and dome covered handcrafted pieces made from hair or wax, evolved into collecting categories—some major and some minor. An examination of photographs of Victorian era interiors lends credence to the concept that Victorians abhorred a vacuum (with apologies to Aristotle). Clutter was a major decorative element.

Post-1920s Colonial Revival and Early American decorator looks allowed ample display opportunities.

A kitchen or dining room plate rail is not an architectural feature found in a twenty-first century home. It was commonplace in the first half of the twentieth century. The decorative motif of the plates varied – color, pattern, souvenir, or eclectic – depending on the choice of the housewife. Although no firm empirical evidence exits, it is likely that the end of the collector/limited edition plate craze in the 1980s signaled

the end of the plate rail as a standard decorative feature.

Whatnot furniture was common from the early 1920s through the 1960s. Corner and free standing whatnot shelves were popularized versions of the Victorian étagère. These stepped shelf units were found throughout the house. Hanging whatnot shelfs also trace their roots back to the Victorian era. Although found in Chippendale, Hepplewhite, Sheraton, and generic country primitive style designs, most were fantasy pieces and not reproductions (exact copies) or copycats (stylistic copies) of period pieces.

Fireplace mantels and built-in alcoves were other popular places to display shelf sitter objects during the 1920s through the 1960s. When viewing American movies made in the 1930s through the 1960s, pay close attention to the room interiors. Whether depicting a mansion or a farmhouse, Hollywood set designers understood period tastes. Although liberties were taken (every collector loves spotting objects used in a film setting that were made later), the Hollywood image was accepted and duplicated.

The knickknack experienced a golden age in the 1950s and early 1960s. The Country Store look invaded the kitchen and family dining areas. The tops of kitchen cabinets became home to advertising tins and assorted food packaging. Obsolete

kitchen utensils were incorporated into decorating schemes.

The 1950s and 1960s also was the era of the miniature ceramic figurine, many manufactured by southern California pottery companies such as American Pottery Co., Florence Ceramics, Hagen Renaker, Josef Originals, and Sasha Studios. Animals, especially dogs, were a topical collecting favorite. Young girls filled their bedroom shelves with horse figurines.

Young housewives loved the fanciful female figurines.

The 1950s and 1960s witnessed the arrival of the Hummel figurine.

Hummel’s Golden Age occurred in the 1970s and 1980s when the Goebel Collectors Club membership numbered in the tens of thousands. At the high end of the market, Lladro and Royal Doulton figurines bolstered gift and jewelry shop sales.

Although individuals assembled groupings, they were not collections in the true sense. Once a grouping filled a space available, interest waned. To use a Pennsylvania German phrase, the figurines were “just for nice.”

1950s and 1960s ceramic figurines were inexpensive, optimistic, upbeat, fun, and admired by visitors. Many of these shelf sitters found their way to the table top, especially if the figurine had a holiday theme.

It was not until the 1980s that individuals began collecting 1950s and

1960s shelf sitter figurines in earnest.

Nostalgia triggered the craze. The publication of checklist and price guide reference books began in the late 1980s and drove numerous collecting crazes. While the secondary resale market for this material has suffered, the publication of reference books, such as Nancy Kelly’s three volumes on Hagen-Renaker Pottery (Schiffer Publishing,) still continues, albeit not with the same intensity as in the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Modernist decorating styles challenged the role played by shelf sitters.

The style is minimalist. Shelf sitters clutter space. Modernism also emphasizes pieces associated with industrial designers and studio artists. Art, an elevating word hinting that the user has better taste than those who love tchotchkes, knickknacks, and other dust collectors, is an integral part of Modernism.

Decorating plays a key role in influencing what sells in the secondary antiques and collectibles marketplace.

The use of antiques and collectibles in contemporary decorating schemes continues to decline, often reaching a point where, with the exception of Country Look periodicals, no use of antiques and collectibles is shown. Little wonder young adults have lost interest in objects from the past.

The lack of support from the decorating community is only one

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reason interest in shelf sitters has

before you die. I do not want to have

Rockwell figurines and Thomas Kinkade

The Millennials and the generation

diminished. Time plays a critical role.

to deal with it.”

prints to Hallmark Christmas ornaments

following are setting their own decorat-

The generations who grew up with this

The shelf sitter secondary resale

and Wade Cottages is not recover-

ing tastes. It is the golden age of Crate

material are aging. Their children and

market is flooded. The survival rate

able when these items are sold in the

& Barrel, Ikea and Pottery Barn. Shelf

grandchildren do not identify with shelf

for shelf sitters is much higher than col-

secondary market appears to have

sitters play a little or no role in it.

sitters.

lectors initially thought. eBay proved

quelled the general public’s appetite for

that. But, eBay alone is not responsible

this material.

Linda’s mother Catherine Houck

Harry L. Rinker welcomes questions from readers about

had a collection of dog figurines. She

for the flooded market. There is no

displayed them in a three-tiered book-

sustained generational demand. When

egory of shelf sitters – the dinnerware,

items from the twentieth and

shelf near her easy/reading chair. She

there is no demand, there is no market.

stemware, and other materials that

twenty-first centuries. Selected

There are two distinct shelf sit-

were removed from use and placed

letters will be answered in this

loved looking at them. In her travels,

Actually, there is a third cat-

collectibles, those mass-produced

Linda often found dogs to add to Cath-

ter groups. Thus far, this column has

into china cabinets because the items

column. Harry cannot provide

erine’s collection. When Catherine

focused on the first – the inexpensive,

“are too valuable to use.” As with the

personal answers. Photos and

died in 2009, Linda packed up her

fun, period focused knickknacks. The

above, long-term collectability depends

other material submitted cannot

mother’s dog collection, not able to dis-

second is the collector edition / limited

on memory creation and perpetua-

be returned. Send your questions

pose of something that meant so much

edition material dating from the 1960s

tion. Today’s young adults do not want

to: Rinker on Collectibles, 5955

to her mother. Where is the collection

through the mid-2000s. This material

things they cannot use. If they are

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now? It is in an archival file box stored

was never meant to be used. It was

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made for display purposes. Plates,

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many issued in series, graced the last

not what their parents or grandparents

Only e-mails containing a full

saw it. Sophia has no memories of it.

of the plate rails in homes. Bells and

had.

name and mailing address will be

Most likely, Linda will own Catherine’s

other objects filled china cabinets and

dog collection when she dies. Its value

hanging shelves. It was the golden

approach to the above, pay close at-

You can listen and partici-

is minimal. Chances are the dogs will

age of the Mints such as Danbury and

tention to what is used and displayed

pate in WHATCHA GOT?, Harry’s

end their life at a garage or estate sale.

Franklin. Many purchasers bought the

in the homes of young adults. There is

antiques and collectibles radio

material as an investment. Time has

a generational decorating difference.

call-in show, on Sunday mornings

collection is dogs, salt and pepper

demonstrated that the investment was

Early Baby Boomers mimicked the

between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM

shakers, or Josef figurines. The future

speculative and unwise. The 2008

decorating tastes of their parents and

Eastern Time. If you cannot find it

is bleak. Children and grandchildren

Great Recession, the collapse of Beanie

grandparents. Younger Baby Boomers

on a station in your area, WHAT-

constantly tell parents who own shelf

Babies, and a realization that initial re-

and the generation that followed re-

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sitter collections: “Get rid of them

tail prices for everything from Norman

belled against these decorating tastes.

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considered.

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Planting

Gardening in the winter?  Why outdoor planting and indoor forcing are ‘growing’ trends

By Amber Turba

Special to House & Home In the fall, many probably aren’t thinking about planning next spring’s garden.

However, according to home, lawn and garden care experts at Penn State Extension, this can actually be the ideal time for planting flower bulbs.

Spring flowers need a long period of time underground during the winter months so they can bloom beautifully when it’s warm again, according to Kate DeSimone, Master Gardener of Allegheny County, who provided some tips on growing successfully on the Penn State Extension’s website.

First, choose healthy bulbs to plant.

“Avoid bulbs that are dry and withered or spongy and moldy,” DeSimone noted.

“The best bulbs are firm and plump. As a rule of thumb, larger bulbs tend to produce more flowers.”

Next, choose an ideal gardening site.

“Since bulbs prefer full sun exposure, choosing the right gardening site is essential,” DeSimone continued. “Bulbs also need to be planted in rich, welldraining soil, which will help feed the bulbs underground and improve the quality of your springtime bloom. You must also have proper drainage in your garden because

bulbs can easily rot in conditions that are too wet.”

Prepare the soil for planting bulbs.

“They need to be planted before the ground freezes so they have time to develop strong roots,” DeSimone added.

Planting bulbs in autumn gives the roots plenty of growing time before spring.

Use a garden tiller or trowel to loosen the soil, and remove any weeds or unwanted vegetation from the area using a rototiller to splice the garden. Lastly, go over the area again crosswise to cut the soil up further.

In a small garden, DeSimone noted, plant bulbs in groupings of 6-12. In a large garden, plant bulbs in groups of 12-24.

“Bulbs grow best when they’re planted in groups,” DeSimone explained.

Above all, maintain and care for bulbs. While they don’t require heavy feeding, they do need an annual application of fertilizer to look their best. Remove bloom seed heads immediately after the bloom period, but let the bulb foliage die naturally.

This keeps the bulbs a healthy size so they can thrive.

“You should have a beautiful outdoor garden come springtime,” she concluded.

However, wintertime gardening can also produce a beautiful indoor garden, DeSimone continued.

“Garden centers are currently stocking hardy bulbs, tantalizing gardeners with the

prospect of spring color and fragrance,” she described. “However, with a little advance planning and some knowledge of indoor forcing, it is possible to enjoy a patch of spring beauty even when midwinter is at its bleakest via indoor forcing.”

Indoor forcing is the technique by which spring bulbs can be tricked into breaking dormancy and blooming indoors.

After a period of cold storage, bulbs can be grown in soil, in a pebble filled bowl, or simply grown in water in a specially shaped bulb vase.

Paperwhite narcissus is an excellent choice for forcing, since it requires no chilling in order to bloom indoors, DeSimone noted. Paperwhites are commonly nestled into a bed of pebbles or marble chips in a shallow waterproof bowl, or in a tall clear cylindrical vase.

Firm the bulbs into the pebbles deep enough to support them upright, adding more pebbles if necessary. For best results, space the bulbs closely, but not touching each other. Finally, fill with water just to the base of the bulbs—any further may encourage them to rot.

“Provided the water is kept at a proper level, the bulbs should bloom in three to five weeks,” according to DeSimone.

All other bulbs will require a period of cold storage at 35-48 degrees in order to put on their best indoor performance. Bulbs

may be chilled in any cold dry location such as an unheated garage or crawlspace where temperatures hover around forty degrees. If storing bulbs in the refrigerator, don’t store in the same cooler as fruits or vegetables.

Tulips and daffodils are somewhat more challenging, as they require a longer forcing period and are best potted in soil.

Use a container with good drainage, and plant the bulbs densely, nose end up and slightly exposed. Plant tulip bulbs with the flat side facing outwards so that the largest leaves will face the outside of the cluster.

Tulips will require a chilling period of 14 to 16 weeks, and daffodils a chilling period of 12 to 14 weeks.

Any forced bulb will benefit from being gradually introduced to warmer temperatures and increasing light, DeSimone added. Once in bloom, they will last longer in cooler temperatures. “Many gardeners choose to plant several batches, and introduce them gradually through the winter for maximum display,” she described.

Forcing depletes the bulbs’ energy reserves, and many gardeners simply discard bulbs after forcing. If planted outdoors, a forced bulb may regain its vigor in a few years time and has the potential to look just as naturally, outdoor-grown as those planted outdoors.

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Creative uses for fallen leaves

WORTH W. SMITH Est. 1929

Millions of leaves fall from tree boughs each fall. Homeowners and landscaping professionals will spend countless hours removing leaves from lawns and driveways so they can be collected and ultimately added to compost piles or removed by local governments.

But leaves do not necessarily have to meet with the same fate each year. In fact, there are many creative ways to use leaves gathered from lawns and gardens.

• Scarecrow: Gather a decent pile of leaves and the makings of a scarecrow, which include hay, old clothing, string, and canvas. Use the leaves to help stuff the body of the scarecrow and make him a bit more plump.

• Vases: Fill an empty flower vase with different leaves that you have gathered. This makes for an engaging centerpiece when entertaining.

• Pressings: Press leaves between two pieces of paper to make a leaf silhouette. Some of the pigment will transfer to the paper, and these natural pieces of artwork can be displayed or shared.

• Laminate: Laminate leaves so they can be used as place cards when hosting guests for holiday feasts.

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Home Equity

Make use of your home’s equity If you own a home, chances are you are building equity. Home equity is the difference between the market value of the home and any outstanding mortgage balance. For example, if your home is worth $200,000 and the remaining mortgage balance is $50,000, you have $150,000 worth of home equity available. Home equity, when used responsibly, is a relatively safe way to fund life’s expenses. From paying for college tuition to paying off credit card debt, or even making home improvements; using the equity in your home can be a valuable part of a healthy financial plan, and help you get ahead.

There are two ways to borrow against your home’s equity: home equity loans and home equity lines of credit.

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), “a home equity loan is a loan for a fixed amount of money that is secured by your home. You repay the loan with equal monthly payments over a fixed term, just like your original mortgage. If you don’t repay the loan as agreed, your lender can foreclose on your home.”

“A home equity line of credit, or HELOC, is a revolving line of credit, much like a credit card. You can borrow as much as you need, any time you need it, by writing a check or using a credit card connected to the account. You may not exceed your credit limit. Because a HELOC is a line of credit, you make payments only on the amount you actually borrow, not the full amount available.”

The maximum you can borrow against your home varies by lender but is typically around 85% of the total equity. The exact loan or credit amount would also depend upon income, credit history, and market value of the home. The FTC recommends that consumers ask friends and family for suggestions of lenders. It is important to shop and compare terms as there can be vast differences between lending companies.

Borrowers should keep in mind that

borrowing any money against your home’s value puts the entire home at risk if you become unable to repay the loan. Loans with a large balloon payment at the end carry additional risks, and most home equity loans or lines of credit also require you to pay off your balance if you sell your home.

The FTC warns consumers to not borrow money from “unscrupulous lenders who offer high-cost loans based on the equity you have in your home.” Common targets for these lending scams are elderly homeowners or those who have low incomes or credit problems. Visit the FTC consumer website at www.consumer.ftc.gov for more information on making informed lending decisions.

Both home equity lending options have advantages. Rates are typically much lower than unsecured loans, and so are the monthly payments. Also, just like a mortgage, any interest paid on home equity loans or lines of credit are tax deductible.

Choosing the right option depends primarily on how you need to use the money.

According to Capital One, consumers should “consider a loan when you need a large chunk of money at one time.” Home equity loans generally have low fixed rates and terms usually range from 5 to 20 years.

Capital One states, “A home equity line of credit gives you a source of money you can access whenever you need it, like a credit card with a large credit limit. You can use as much of the line amount that’s available. And you only pay interest on the amount you use.”

There are many reasons to use the equity in your home.

Paying Off Debt

According to Realtor.com this is the most common reason American’s borrow against their home equity. Credit cards are unsecured debt which means they likely carry high interest rates. There are many advantages to consolidating your debt

using home equity lending: lower monthly payments, better repayment terms and one monthly payment. However, it is important to pay off the credit cards and then get rid of them for good as to not risk charging the cards back up again. Realtor.com suggests keeping one card, preferable with the lowest interst rate available for emergencies.

Home Improvement Another very common use of home equity is to invest in home improvement projects. Home improvement projects can make excellent use of your home equity while also possible increasing your home’s value. Remodeled rooms, especially kitchens and baths, can add significant value to your home. Additions add square footage and can also add value.

Investing You can also use your home’s equity to invest in additional properties or invest in other types of funds, or business opportunities. These options however carry the most risk and should be carefully discussed with a financial advisor. However, they can also have the greatest return and pave the way for a strong financial future.

Paying For Education Using your home equity can be a factor in deciding how to pay for your or your child’s education. It is important to consider

all of the financing options, especially if you are nearing retirement age and may need your equity to offset reduced income in retirement.

The decision on how to use the equity in your home is a personal one and it should be carefully weighed with a financial advisor to make an informed decision that is the best for you and your family.

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A booming Bradford -- again

By Alex Davis

Special to House & Home Main Street in Bradford City and nearby Foster Brook — and side streets — are seeing new life.

During the summer, Used to be New Furniture & Antiques opened on Pine Street and Graves’ Barber Shop opened along Boylston Street.

Ravyn & Robyn Coffee opened in the former Moose Lodge along Pine Street, and this fall, a book store is anticipated to open in the former Cavallaro Paint and Decorating building on Kennedy Street.

Main Street Manager Chelsea Schwab attributes the increased business on the side streets to high demand and limited supply of storefronts along Main Street.

“You can tell a lot about the economic vitality of a downtown based on its side streets,” Schwab said. “The fact that Bradford’s side streets are becoming hot spots for new businesses shows that our downtown is returning to a good place economically. At one point in our history, all of those side streets were full, and we are slowly approaching that place again.”

The former Moose Lodge building, the home of the Ravyn & Robyn Coffee shop, underwent major downstairs renovations.

Among the menu items include regular coffee, iced coffee and espresso. The company has its own coffee line.

Also on Pine Street, Used to be New Furniture & Antiques has couches, tables and more. Although the furniture is used, much of it looks to be in pristine condition.

Down the street, the barber shop includes a reception area with couches and a large-screen TV, and a chair for haircuts.

Barber Jason Graves said he is excited about being part of the growing revitalization in the Bradford area and that he is continuing the long-standing tradition known as

the barber industry.

Among the offerings include shaves, haircuts, facials and scalp treatment. There will also be father-and-son specials, as well as discounts for emergency responders.

“I feel that there has been significant growth in the number of new businesses that have opened within the historic district over the past three years,” said Anita Dolan, community/economic development coordinator for the city’s Office of Economic and Community Development. “With the increased number of quality, independentlyowned businesses, and the development and improvement of upper floor residential units, I feel we have made great strides in both economic and community development within Bradford’s Central Business District.”

The business growth along Pine and Boylston streets joins continued development along Main Street, which is expected to soon see a U.S. Army Career Center in the former Bradford Little Theatre location and an Italian restaurant in the former Kelly’s restaurant spot.

Bradford Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Kara Kennedy called development contagious.

“For example, on Kennedy Street we’ve seen Graham Florist recently undergo a makeover to the outside of their building, while the upstairs levels are being developed into beautifully designed apartments,” she said. “Across the street, in the former Cavallaro Paint and Decorating building, a bookstore with other retail opportunities is anticipated to be opening this fall.”

She said Heather and Brandon Whittemore plan on opening the bookstore, which will include all types of used books and new children’s books.

“Brandon is also the authorized DirecTV sales and installation specialist in

Photo submitted A view from the inside of the Ravyn & Robyn Coffee Shop is located in the former Moose Lodge in Bradford.

the area; those services will also be offered through the store,” Kennedy said.

Downtown Bradford is alive and well, Schwab said, and ongoing development is reminiscent to the city in its heyday.

“It’s a new era in Historic Downtown Bradford, one of prosperity, hope for the future, and a respect for the history that

makes this place unique,” she said.

Foster Township is also experiencing an uptick in development with the planned Sheetz on the Bradford Mall property, and Vagabond’s End Gaming & Hobbies recently opened inside the mall. Meanwhile, Foster Brook Plaza behind Crosby’s/Tim Hortons opened with the Little Beauty Shop.

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Holiday Dessert

In the Kitchen

Warm Pumpkin-Bourbon Cheesecake

By Sara Moulton Associated Press

Cheesecake is usually served cold. So brace yourself for something a little different.

The first time I made this recipe, I pulled it out of the oven and set it on the counter to cool. The plan was to chill it overnight in the refrigerator. But my dear daughter — also known as The Girl with the Sweet Tooth — just couldn’t wait to dig in.

So I handed her a spoon. And when she started babbling with delight, I tried it, too.

Boing! It was ridiculously good.

So good that I now recommend that you serve this cheesecake hot, right out of the oven, topped with a little vanilla ice cream or sweetened whipped cream.

That said, getting there requires some care. Be sure to buy plain pumpkin puree, which is sometimes labeled solid pack pumpkin. Avoid anything labeled “pumpkin pie filling” or “pumpkin pie mix,” both of which contain unwanted sugar and spices. You’re much better off adding those ingredients yourself.

Also, don’t forget to drain the pumpkin puree. Losing the excess liquid from the puree improves the final texture and flavor of the cake.

The cooking also requires some care. You’re going to cook the cake in a water bath, which helps to equalize the temperature in the oven and prevents overcooking. But first the springform pan must be tightly wrapped with foil to prevent any water from leaking into the batter while the cake is baking.

Finally, do your best to not

overbake the cake, which will make it dry and crumbly. After the allotted cooking time, it should still be a little jiggly. Worried that the cake might be undercooked at that point? Don’t be. The residual heat will continue to cook it even after you pull it out of the oven.

By the way, this cheesecake also is a knockout when it’s served the usual way — cold. If you decide to go this route, run a knife around the outside edge of the cake to separate it from the pan as soon as you remove the cake from the oven.

This will allow the cake to remain intact as it shrinks in on itself, rather than cracking down the middle as it vainly attempts to unglue itself from the sides of the pan.

If you do indeed decide to serve this cold, let it cool completely on a rack on the counter — it’ll take three to four hours — before wrapping it tightly and popping it in the refrigerator to chill overnight. When it’s time, run a knife around the edge of the pan again, carefully remove the side of the pan, then slice the cheesecake with a knife dipped in hot water (or use unflavored dental floss). And don’t forget the crowning glory. As noted, whipped cream or ice cream are the accessories of choice.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Sara Moulton is host of public television’s “Sara’s Weeknight Meals.” She was executive chef at Gourmet magazine for nearly 25 years and spent a decade hosting several Food Network shows, including “Cooking Live.”

Her latest cookbook is “Home Cooking 101.”

Start to finish: 2 hours (45 minutes active) Servings: 16 For the crust: 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus extra for the pan 1 1/4 cups gingersnap cookie crumbs (made by pulsing about 25 cookies in a food processor until finely ground) 1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon table salt For the filling: 15-ounce can pumpkin puree 3 large eggs 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar 2 tablespoons heavy cream 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/4 cup bourbon, dark rum or cognac 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon ground dry ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice 1/2 teaspoon table salt Three 8-ounce packages 1/3-less-fat cream cheese (Neufchatel), room temperature Vanilla ice cream or lightly sweetened whipped cream, to serve Heat the oven to 375 F. Brush the inside of a 9-inch springform pan with melted butter.

To make the crust, in a medium bowl, stir together the 6 tablespoons of butter, the gingersnap crumbs, brown sugar and salt until combined well. Pour the crumb mixture into the pan and press it evenly over the bottom of the pan. Bake on the oven’s middle shelf for 10 minutes. Transfer to a cake rack and cool for 30 minutes.

Reduce the oven to 350 F. Line a mesh colander with a clean kitchen towel. Mound the pumpkin puree into the towel and set over a medium bowl. Bring the ends of the towel up and gently squeeze to remove excess water (you should be able to squeeze out about 1/4 cup of liquid). Discard the liquid. Rinse and dry the bowl, then in it mix together the pumpkin, eggs, brown sugar, cream, vanilla and bourbon. Set aside.

In a large bowl, stir together the granulated sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and salt.

Add the cream cheese, then use an electric mixer on high to beat until smooth, about 3 minutes. Add the pumpkin mixture to the cream cheese mixture and beat on low, just until combined.

Bring a large kettle of water to a boil.

Use foil to wrap the bottom and sides of the springform pan. Pour the filling into the pan. Fold a kitchen towel so it fits evenly in a roasting pan just a bit larger than the springform pan. Set the springform pan on top of the towel in the roasting pan. Working quickly, pour enough boiling water into the larger pan to come halfway up the sides of the springform pan. Bake the cheesecake for 65 to 70 minutes, or until it is mostly set but still slightly jiggly at the center.

Spoon some of the cheesecake onto each serving plate and top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream.

Alternatively, if serving the cheesecake cold, transfer it to a rack, run a sharp knife around the edge and let it cool completely, about 4 hours, before covering with plastic wrap. Chill. To serve, cut into slices and top each slice with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a spoonful of whipped cream.

Nutrition information per serving: 290 calories; 150 calories from fat (52 percent of total calories); 17 g fat (9 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 85 mg cholesterol; 320 mg sodium; 26 g carbohydrate; 1 g fiber; 20 g sugar; 6 g protein.

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