Country Living - April 2016

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APRIL 2016 FEATURES

54 Down the Garden Path Peek inside three stunning, sun-drenched backyard retreats.

64 Late Bloomer Space-saving tricks and vintage finds help a 125-year-old cottage reach its full potential.

72 Everything’s Coming Up Florals 55 ways to help the season’s happiest trend take root in your home

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AMAZING CAKES

HOME, GARDEN , TABLE

Small-Space SECRETS of a Charming Cottage Inviting Backyard E SC A P E S

FRESH, NOT FUSSY!

Floral Finds for Every Room page 72

HAPPY LITTLE UPDATES FOR YOUR HOME, GARDEN , TABLE

Gorgeous Cakes, Easy to Make!

6 recipes you’ll love

Small-Space SECRETS of a Charming Cottage

FRESH, NOT FUSSY!

Floral Finds for Every Room

WHICH COVER DID YOU GET? We loved them both so much, we couldn’t pick just one!

Bedroom cover: Photograph by David Hillegas; styling by Page Mullins. Cake cover: Photograph by Brian Woodcock; styling by Page Mullins.

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Completely fun, no-obligation ways to enjoy the country this month

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THRILL OF THE HUNT

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The Collector’s Guide to Gardening Essentials Here’s the dirt on seed packets, tools, and more.

What Is It? What Is It Worth? Antiques appraisals, including a rock collection worth $250 The Collecting Life Mary Randolph Carter is dotty for dots.

Country Listings These historic homes welcome guests with spacious front porches.

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Dream Up a Pretty Bedroom!

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Farm Fresh Here’s how to bring snap peas to the table.

Winner Dinners These farm-to-fork recipes make the most of your spring market haul.

The Sweetest Things Amazing cakes for your spring parties

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Editor’s Note The CL Dozen General Store Cross-Stitch of the Month Resource Guide Simple Country Pleasures

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One of the most beautiful things about spring in the countryside is the intoxicating smell that comes with it. I didn’t fully appreciate this until a few years ago when, after far too much time in the city, I went for a windows-down drive through Alabama and realized that a good decade had gone by since I had really experienced spring in all of its hyacinth-scented glory. Sadly, this issue is not a special scratch-and-snif edition (someday, perhaps!), but I hope it transports you, no matter where you live, to spring in the country. I for one like to imagine myself writing this note from Susanne Hudson’s glass-encased potting “shed” on page 60. (Seriously, how amazing is that oil lamp-filled room?)

Another highlight of spring: The Country Living Fair in Nashville on April 22-24, the first of four Fairs this year (go to countryliving.com/fair for more info).

Before I landed this (dream!) job, I had long been a reader of this magazine but had never made my way to a Country Living Fair. Boy, was I missing out! If you have Recent Fair Finds: yet to make the trip, here’s what to A quilt for my daughter’s expect: More than 20,000 like-minded room, a paint-by-number shoppers from all over the country for my son’s nursery, a (we’re talking 40+ states) browsing more sign for the lake house I don’t yet have, and than 200 vendors selling everything a dog show trophy from handcrafted wares to vintage goods.

(I clearly have a soft spot for the latter based on some of my most recent Fair buys; see right.) I’m particularly excited for our second outing in my home state of Tennessee, and I hope to see you there.

(Please be sure to stop and say hello if our paths cross!) For details on how to win a trip to Nashville for this year’s event, see page 33. And if you can’t make it, shop alongside me on Instagram (@rachelhardage), where I will likely be crowdsourcing whether or not I should buy a granny-chic needlepoint pillow or yet another paint-by-number. (Hint: The answer’s always yes!)

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This Tennessee home is Holly’s new labor of love.

Singer-songwriter-style setter Holly Williams (daughter and granddaughter of Hank Williams Jr. and Sr.) just bought a Tennessee farmhouse that needs some TLC and wants Country Living readers to weigh in on the renovation! Follow Country Living on Facebook for a chance to vote on major design choices and keep tabs on the home’s progress in upcoming issues. (The first unveiling will be in the June issue.)

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TWELVE REASONS CL READERS LOVE APRIL IN THE COUNTRY Umbrella, $40; ellaumbrella.com

Dogwood Tree, from $44; seedsoflife.com

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“April showers for May’s flowers!”

MARIAN LOWRY, BIRMINGHAM, AL

Trousers, $78; laura ashleyusa .com

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“Planting a new tree in celebration of Earth Day.”

MEET OUR READER PET OF THE MONTH!

TINA THOMAS, KOUTS, IN

Reader Catherine Ryan’s dachshund, Alfie, enjoys the sunshine and bluebells at his home in the town of Lingfield in Surrey, England.

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“Packing a picnic with ingredients I picked up at my local farmers’ market.”

MIRANDA ROBERSON, IRVING, TX

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“Ditching boring black for brighter hues.”

KATHY BLAIR, WAYNESBURG, PA

ELIZABETH DECANIO, WESTON, CT

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“The chirp of a red-winged black bird—a sure sign of spring.”

Nature Guides, $22 each; bestmadeco.com

CHERI KLUNICK, MOUNT HOREB, WI

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“Sunshine and long bike rides.”

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“Spending quality time outdoors with my pets and family.”

SUSIE CARTER, CHARLOTTE, NC

LARISSA CREIGHTON, FLORENCE, AL

Joke Kit, $12; broadway paper.com

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“Baseball!”

KAREN ALLANACH, FREDERICK, MD

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“Who doesn’t enjoy playing a prank on April Fool’s Day?” LADONNA THOMPSON, RENWICK, IA

TALK TO US! What are you looking forward to about June in the country? Share your answers with us (countryliving.com/june16). Our 12 favorites will receive a copy of 500 Kitchen Ideas and a chance to appear in our June 2016 issue!

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“My annual girlfriends’ getaway.”

BETH MARTIN, NEWBURGH, NY

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“Glorious spring flowers!”

C. HAYNES, KETTLE FALLS, WA

Picnic Blanket, $55; amara.com

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“The start of flea market and tag sale season!”

Cruiser, $470; wayfair.com

Check out the spring crop of new finds designed exclusively for Country Living readers! Find them all at countryliving.com/generalstore.

spring blooms This colorful mix of fresh-cut flowers arrives as buds so you can enjoy watching them open. Hyacinths, $90 for 25 stems (free shipping); flowermuse.com/countryliving

countryman crock rustic artwork A Deann Hebert original, New Beginnings incorporates a dose of seasonal color into her signature neutral palette. From $95 for 10" by 10" gallery-wrapped canvas (up to 36" by 36"); deanndesigns.com/countryliving

Corral your cooking tools in this charming glazed piece. (5" by 5 1/2") $125; www .farmhousepottery.com/ collections/countryliving

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recipe tea towel framed florals Fresh Blooms, a trio of canvas prints featuring roses, nasturtiums, and hydrangeas, comes in reclaimed wood frames. From $145 for set of three 8" by 10" prints (up to 40" by 53") or $54 for one; marygregorystudio.com/countryliving

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Keep our new favorite cake recipe close at hand on this specially designed fade- and wrinkle-resistant screen-printed towel. Pistachio-Lemon Bundt Cake Tea Towel (18" by 24"); belleandunion.com/countryliving

handmade flag This yellow-and-light blue take on Old Glory is handmade in Milwaukee.

Flag, $150 (54" by 30"); cortneyheimerl.com/ countryliving

stuffed frog doll April showers won’t faze this adorable frog friend. 14" organic cotton Lewis Toad in Sky Blue Raincoat, $54; hazelvillage.com/countryliving

mini barn quilt kit Put those fabric scraps to good use and customize this darling set inspired by a classic spring showstopper.

5" Dogwood Blossom Kit, $17 (easel $3.50); minibarnquilts.com/ countryliving

spindle dresser This pretty painted piece—with hand-carved legs—is a blue-ribbon choice for any bedroom. Gwendoline Spindle Dresser in Stone Blue by Farrow & Ball, $1,899 (43" by 38" by 22"); sweetelle.com/countryliving

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Cortney Heimerl grew up surrounded by quilts. Her mother was an accomplished quilter and also collected antique patchwork. Not only did her mother pass down her know-how, but she also provided much-needed funding. “If I wanted to make a quilt, Mom helped me buy the fabric,” Cortney says. In the beginning, she found the hard work that goes into every project to be a challenge. “You spend hours hunched over, making these tiny little stitches,” she says with a laugh. But she stayed with it, and eventually, she made quilting her full-time job, along with creating handmade flags, pillows, and more. She says the evolution of her work is what keeps it interesting. “It takes years of cuddling, folding, and wrapping up loved ones before quilts look exactly how you want them to.”

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COMPLETELY FUN, NO-OBLIGATION WAYS TO ENJOY THE COUNTRY THIS MONTH!

BRING THE OUTSIDE INSIDE

PHOTOGRAPH BY ERICH MCVEY.

Spring into action and liven up your living room with pretty picks inspired by this bloom-filled crate.

WRITTEN BY LAURA KOSTELNY AND LAURREN WELCH

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1. THROW PILLOW Enjoy no-wilt florals with this 20" by 20" accent made of 100% cotton canvas. $75; caitlinwilson.com 2. FLUSH-MOUNT LIGHTING Brighten your space with this distressed fixture adorned with cascading blooms resembling lily of the valley. $225; rhbaby andchild.com

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3. GLASS DOOR CABINET Cultivate a collection of your favorite curios in this painted hardwood piece. $250; target.com 4. STORAGE BASKET Nip clutter in the bud with this grass-green wire catchall. $10; hm.com 5. LINEN SETTEE Think pink! A classic shape blossoms in a surprisingly neutral rosy hue. $1,498; anthropologie.com 6. FLORAL CANDLE This sweet pea-scented pick is the next best thing to fresh country air. $17; thecountry candlecompany.com

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7. PASTEL PAINT Benjamin Moore’s Spring Flowers has a sophisticated hint of gray to keep the lavender from going too sweet. benjamin moore.com

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8. COFFEE TABLE Kick up your feet on this down-to-earth table featuring metal corner detailing and a planked shelf underneath for extra storage. $230; worldmarket.com

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FLOWER ARRANGING

PRIMP YOUR RIDE

Ariella Chezar gives us the skinny on creating centerpieces. Check out more tips in her new book, The Flower Workshop ($19; amazon.com).

Before you take those wheels for a spin, check out these fun upgrades.

Follow the Rule of Three.

Grouping three similar vases with an anchor flower like the ranunculus here makes a greater impact than any single component.

Shop Smart.

Mix ranunculus with grocery store finds like narcissus or foraged branches you might find on a neighborhood walk. Make sure to ask the homeowner before you snip something from her yard!

GINGHAM SEAT COVER, $20; chubbysbikes.com

CABOCHON FLOWER BELL, $15; eleanorsnyc.com

Raid Your Cabinets.

Anything that holds water can be used as a vessel. Think coffeepots, cans, apothecary jars, mint julep cups, glass compotes, and more.

HANDWOVEN BASKET, $61; houseoftalents.com

SCORE A STYLISH…

UMBRELLA STAND An eye-pleasing stash for wet umbrellas makes it a little easier to weather those rainy days.

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French Flower Bucket, $14; whole saleflowers andsupplies .com

Rattan, $95; kouboo .com

Distressed Wood, $101; overstock .com

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LEARN THE ART OF

BASKET, from $78; serenaandlily .com

GINGHAM DOG BOWL, $34; shopsocietysocial.com

BLANKET, $36; turkisht.com

COUNTRY COMEBACK

SIDE CHAIR, $392 for four; houzz.com

PRETTY UP WITH PINK Snap up some of these gems in the color of the moment (featured on our March 1988 cover above).

PLEATED BED, $1,200 for full; westelm.com

WALLPAPER, $116/roll; guildery.com

LAMP FINIAL, $65; shop.hillary thomas.com

WOOD-GRAIN RUG, $700 for 5' by 8'; katespade.com

TINWARE MUG, $12; canvashomestore.com

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CHEER UP YOUR WARDROBE Crafting one-of-a-kind clothing doesn’t have to be expensive or time-intensive. Lotta Jansdotter has (literally) written the book on how to become fashionforward even when you’re on a budget and have little sewing knowhow. Everyday Style ($20; amazon.com) offers easy-to-follow steps, fabric suggestions, and a number of simple patterns (like the tunic shown here) that will make hemming and hawing over what to wear a thing of the past.

Create the perfect boatneck top in Yellow Buffalo Check Gingham by Sugarfresh (from $18/yard; spoon flower.com).

NET A BUTTERFLY OR TWO

Field of Flowers Machaon Butterfly Tray, $35; juliska.com

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Butterflies Coffee Cup, $13; zarahome.com

Butterfly Print, $60; banquetworkshop.com

Oldham + Harper Butterfly Juice Glasses, $7 each; fishseddy.com

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JENNIFER MORRISON The Chicago-born actress (House, Once Upon a Time) talks family recipes, coffee preference, and the key to being a good hostess.

Her film, Amityville: The Awakening, is out April 1.

GO-TO RECIPE

“Slow-cooker spare ribs.

My brother-in-law perfected the recipe!” All-Clad Cooker, $300; williams-sonoma.com

WEEKEND UNIFORM

“I gravitate toward breezy tops in my off time.” Blouse, $20; target.com

BEST FLEA-MARKET FIND

“A vintage typewriter. I use it for all my to-do lists.” Royal Vintage Typewriter, $750; mytypewriter.com

MORNING RITUAL

“I love to get up with the sun and go for a jog.”

Fitness Tracker, $169; mymirafit.com

DECORATING STAPLE

“I like to start with a great rug and build the room from there.” Rug, from $40; laylagrayce.com

PORTRAIT BY JOE SCARNICI / GETTY IMAGES.

SPRING ENTERTAINING ESSENTIAL

“Outdoor seating. If people have a comfortable place to park, they’ll stay longer.” Chair, $395; serenaandlily.com

DRINK OF CHOICE

“Coffee! I like it all, but Stumptown is my favorite.”

Coffee, $19/12 ounces; stumptowncoffee.com

FURRY SIDEKICK

“My 8-year-old Malteseshih tzu mix, Ava. She’s the love of my life.” Leash, $24; harrybarker.com COUNTRYLIVING.COM APRIL 2016

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ANTIQUES, COLLECTIBLES, AND OTHER ONE-OF-A-KIND FINDS

SEED PACKETS

STYLING BY VICTORIA PETRO-CONROY. VINTAGE WALLPAPERS, HANNASTREASURES.COM.

Because gardeners typically tossed seed packaging after planting, most antique ones found today are deadstock (surplus items that never sold).

Early-20th-century Americanmade examples go for around $12 each. Older, more covetable European ones, like the 19th-century French trio (see bottom row) can garner $50 per packet. (For similar finds, check out thelabelman.com).

THE COLLECTOR’S GUIDE

Gardening Essentials Here’s the dirt on graphic seed packets, simple blacksmith-made tools, and other picks that sow a stunning display.

WRITTEN BY LAURREN WELCH PHOTOGRAPHS BY KATE SEARS

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This vessel could be quickly and easily filled with insecticides, making it ideal for the amateur gardener. The restored late-19th-century piece shown here features a brass body and rosewood handle and commands $100.

2. LAWN SPRINKLER Made by notable English maker Philip B. Waldron Co. in the 1940s, this sculptural piece—restored to working condition—is valued at $75.

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3. HOSE BIBB This impeccable, early-20thcentury brass bibb (or faucet) is a rarity, as many such brass implements were melted down to make ammunitions during World War I and II. The scarce find merits $200.

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These metal funnels were used to deliver water to trays of delicate seedlings. Likely handmade for use in a greenhouse, this early-1900s waterer sells for $50.

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Handheld watering cans as we know them weren’t introduced until 1886 when John Haws invented a smaller, more user-friendly alternative to large “watering pots.” Made in England in the mid-19th century, this large brass-andcopper example of Haws’s design—with a rare lid feature— will set you back $500.

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An example of how inventive people were in the late 19th century, this fan-shaped nozzle, which attached to a hose, was created to spread water out to a wider area, saving time in hand-watering. Made of solid brass, the piece boasts a going rate of $250.

7. PLANT MISTER Used to water delicate indoor plants, small misters (also known as atomizers) were first introduced in the 1850s. This late-19th-century design holds a value of $125.

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1. POTATO SCOOP This mid-19th-century tool was used to unearth potatoes missed during an initial harvest.

With its original handle, the blacksmith-made piece nets an estimate of $250.

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2. APPLE PICKER French garden tools were often ornate in design. Case in point: this handmade apple-picking crown made of solid brass.

Although missing its long wooden handle, the fanciful, 19th-century piece goes for $100. (When intact, it would be closer to $175.)

3. WOMEN’S SHEARS Used for clipping plants and branches, small handbagfriendly shears were a must for any lady out on a garden stroll.

Complete with the original leather case, this distinctive sterling silver pair fetches $350.

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Gardeners relied on these small tools for scattering powdered insecticides. Made of leather, brass, and copper, this wonderfully preserved English piece from the mid-tolate 18th century—thought to have been used by the royal family at one time—is worth a handsome $450.

Special thanks to Mark K. Morrison for allowing us to photograph part of his collection for this story.

5. BERRY PICKER Thanks to its comb-like teeth, this stylish English piece made speedy work of harvesting berries right off the bush.

Current pickers—now made of plastic—mimic the smart design of this time-tested, early-20th-century item, which has a value of $75.

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6. SPRING SHEARS Made of forged steel, these English clippers predate the 1815 invention of secateurs (or garden shears) and were used for pruning and deadheading. This petite pair is priced at $200.

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Perfect for furrowing, cultivating, and weeding, the garden spade was—and still is—a gardener’s essential. A soughtafter collector’s item thanks to its unique heart-shaped cutout (a symbol often used in French tool design), this item unearths a going rate of $150.

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“My husband is an avid bird-watcher, so I bought these antique binoculars for his study. What can you tell me about them?”

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WHAT IT IS:

CHEVALIER BINOCULARS Your field glasses date back to 1915 and were produced

by French manufacturer Chevalier, which was established in the 1700s and made binoculars for activities ranging from watching opera to scoping out a battlefield.

According to Marsha Dixey of Heritage Auctions, yours were made for the latter.

“Chevalier used excellent lenses,” she says. “This pair was probably used by the military during World War I.” WHAT IT’S WORTH:

“We are restoring an old house, and I love the elaborate gates that are original to the home. Do items like this have value?”

—M.W., LEIPER’S FORK, TN

$40

WHAT IT IS:

IRON DOORS Unfortunately, elaborate iron garden gates aren’t in high demand at the moment. So although yours are in tip-top condition with pretty hammered copper detailing, they aren’t going to grow your bank account any more than newer, more modern ironworks might, according to Lauren Laughry of Dallas Auction Gallery.

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$500 GUESS THE WORTH A 3-feet-by-2-feet copy of Audubon’s Birds of America by author John James, featuring 435 hand-colored illustrations, recently went for a song at auction. It was… a) $8,000,000 b) $800,000 c) $8,000 SEE PAGE 37 TO SEE IF YOU GUESSED CORRECTLY!

“I found this old mineral collection in my late mother’s things. It’s only missing three specimens.

Are these kits popular collectibles?”

—Q.H., NEW YORK, NY

WHAT IT IS:

19TH-CENTURY ROCK COLLECTION After consulting with show appraiser Gary Piattoni, Marsha Bemko of Antiques Roadshow says that your collection was likely used in a late 19th-century classroom. “An old teaching aid like this is interesting in that it gives a true sense of the early discovery of the world,” she says. The presence of the original index key makes up for the missing minerals.

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“I found these old stamps in my father-in-law’s attic.

Should we save them or simply use them to mail letters and bills?”

—E.F., SARANAC LAKE, NY

WHAT IT IS:

COLOR SHIFT STAMPS Don’t use them for the cable bill just yet!

“These Owl and Groesbeck stamps are valuable due to their imperfection,” says Marsha Bemko of Antiques Roadshow, who consulted Grant Zahajko.

“Color shift stamps—stamps that were misaligned within the color application during printing—are classified under Postage Stamp Errors, Freaks, and Oddities. The greater the misalignment, the higher they might sell for.”

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$250

“I have a hunch that the pretty pink chair I scored at Goodwill for $20 is a treasure in disguise. Was it money well spent?”

Good eye! The Kimball Furniture Reproductions Company made these Victorian-style chairs in the 1950s. They were sold in pairs—a smaller, narrower one for the ladies and a larger one for the gents. You have the masculine one, says Jim Griffith of eBay. If you had the mate, the set could be valued at $800.

—E.R., NEWTOWN, CT

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

WHAT IT IS:

GENTLEMAN’S PARLOR CHAIR

$300

“This delightful teething ring has ‘Mary Had a Little Lamb’ engraved at the bottom. Is it really old?” —L.P., ANDERSON, IN WHAT IT IS:

MIDCENTURY TEETHING RING That depends on what you consider really old. Marsha Dixey of Heritage Auctions says that your sterling silver-and-mother-of-pearl teething ring dates back to the 1940s or 1950s. If it were Victorian, it would be a bit more elaborate and include an attachment that looks like a baby rattle—and it would be worth twice as much.

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$50

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“My husband inherited a set of five antique tins adorned with illustrations and stories in French.

Are they of great value?”

—P.B., PARIS, KY

WHAT IT IS:

BISCUIT TINS Made in France in the early 20th century, these tins once stored cookies, according to Helaine Fendelman. The lids depict images of children conducting physics experiments inspired by Darwin, Marie Curie, Einstein, and the like. This set would be appealing to collectors due to its excellent condition.

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$475 for a set

—B.B., UNION, MS

WHAT IT IS:

20TH-CENTURY PERFUME BOTTLE You have a nose for this kind of thing, as your bottle is a reproduction. “The label is a photocopy, and the mold markings on the bottom indicate that it was manufactured in the late 20th century,” says Marsha Dixey of Heritage Auctions. If it were truly an 1880s Colgate perfume bottle, it would be green and marked with a “C” in a circle emblem atop a glass stopper.

WHAT IT’S WORTH:

$5

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Carter is downright dotty for dots.

TIN LUNCH BOX This happy little pail could almost inspire me to finally start taking my lunch to work. Instead it’s the perfect place to store those desk items—scissors and stamps— that always seem to stray.

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SPOT-ON FINDS There was a time when polka dots were thought of as a childish pattern meant for decorating little girls’ dresses.

(I had one in red and white!)

But today’s thirst for fun graphics has recently catapulted the silly circles down fashion runways and onto the canvases of big-time artists. Being an old-fashioned gal, I still prefer my dots brightening humble pieces (and in turn everyday life) like colorful pottery lined up on my kitchen shelves or a cheery suitcase standing out in a sea of black rolling bags.

Indeed, the make-me-smile design is a weakness of mine. If it’s charming and speckled, I just can’t help but sign on the dotted line.

DICEY LAMP I can’t imagine what high roller put all of his or her dice into creating this novel lamp, but it was my lucky day when I found it (and a mate!) at the Rose Bowl Flea Market in Los Angeles (rgcshows.com).

RETRO SHAKERS I recently scored this 1940s Anchor Hocking glass salt-and-pepper set. I love how the grainy white seasoning pops against the red design. But, alas, my propensity to oversalt food means it’s usually only half full.

TIP: Old shakers can double as bud vases. Just remove the tops and fill with water and blooms to season up your windowsill.

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KITSCHY KITCHEN WARES I’m especially smitten with dots in the kitchen! This penchant was born when my mother-in-law gifted me the little blue-andwhite pitcher you’ll spot on the right of the lower shelf. Today it’s encircled by other polka dot finds including tumblers and pudding bowls.

WHIMSICAL NECKTIES This sartorial collection came straight out of the closet of my husband, Howard, who has a passion for elegant neckwear, especially those strewn with dots. As you’ll note from my portrait, I’m guilty of snatching them up for my own purposes!

“I love the way dots brighten humble pieces and, in turn, everyday life.”

MUSHROOM VIGNETTE Years ago this large papier-mâché mushroom sparked my love for red-andwhite fungi of the gnomeapproved variety. Today this spotty assortment stands guard at the entrance of my fairy garden at Elm Glen Farm.

EASY-TO-SPOT SUITCASE There’s no chance my sturdy Samsonite suitcase will ever be mistakenly picked up in baggage claim. When it’s not on the road, I proudly display it at the foot of my bed.

BUTTON CARDS Vintage pearl buttons, an old seller’s sample I suspect, sewn onto colored cardboard create dimensional polka dots. What’s not to love?

TIP: Polka dots are an eas y motif to paint by hand. To replica te this suitcase, prime luggage and apply the design with an acrylic craft paint.

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COUNTRY LISTINGS Thanks to large, inviting FRONT PORCHES, these historic homes are sitting pretty.

Brush up on your porch lingo below, then see what your budget can swing on page 42.

CORNICE An overhang that runs horizontally along the edge of the roof—a stylish means of diverting rainwater from below.

FRIEZE Pronounced freeze, this purely ornamental band is laced with small brackets to add character and dimension.

CORBEL Available in a range of embellished designs, these decorative, often non-load-bearing accents add flourish to an otherwise simple porch.

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COLUMN The structural foundation of a porch, this particular square design derives from the classical architecture of ancient Greece and Rome.

SKIRTING This refers to the tailored facade—usually stone, brick, or lattice— that hides the unsightly underbelly of the porch.

FASCIA Long and flat, fasciae cover the ends of both floor and roof rafters, sealing them off from the elements and creating a clean, finished edge.

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WELDON, NC $165,000 ➤ Spend spring afternoons entertaining inside this five-bedroom home’s grand gazebo, or a chilly night in front of the vintage gas fireplace. Agent: Joan Todd; wbgreenrealty.com

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HAWKINSVILLE, GA $139,900 A shining example of the Folk Victorian style, this three bedroom’s fanciful twin gables give it major curb appeal.

Agent: Jillinda Falen; landmark perry.com

WISNER, NE $139,000 ➤ Architecture buffs will adore this fivebedroom Queen Anne, which features original pocket doors and numerous stained-glass windows. Agent: LeeAnn Westerhaus; era.com

Partake in a game of “Count the Columns” (there are 20!) while relaxing on this home’s deep front porch.

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LAURENS, SC $215,000 Antique light fixtures and mantels add distinctly historic flair to this three-bedroom home. Agent: J. Michael Manley; greatergreenvilleareahomes.com

➤ LANETT, AL $324,000 This four-bedroom home’s massive rear sunroom is just as enticing as its sprawling front porch. Agents: Nancy and Bob Kustermann; harrynorman.com

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Leave the Light On The porch light is a beacon of hospitality. Beckon neighbors with these outdoor-friendly fixtures.

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Gooseneck Sconce, $99; ballarddesigns.com

Outdoor Wall Lamp, $160; target.com

Copper Light, $290; barnlightoriginals.com

Filament Sconce, $309; rh.com

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KILN, MS $595,000 This 1859 four-bedroom farmhouse boasts a newly installed chef’s kitchen and not one, but two master suites. Agent: Jeanne W. Baxter; johnmcdonaldrealty.com

INSPIRING IDEAS FOR IN AND AROUND THE HOUSE

Turn a small watering can into a springy flower vase.

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DREAM UP A PRETTY BEDROOM Here’s how to refresh a tired space with a lively mix of patterns and hues. Plus: three more spring-ready palettes

PRODUCED AND STYLED BY PAGE MULLINS PHOTOGRAPHS BY DAVID HILLEGAS

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THE PALETTE

Go Neutral on Walls.

Bold textiles pop against an understated surface. Wood paneling ups the country factor.

MINT + CORAL

Add Something Chippy.

A vintage piece like this whitewashed bed (a Craigslist score!) gives soul to a space and keeps feminine prints from feeling too prim.

Consider Scale.

Complement a showstopping pattern with smaller ones to create a layered look.

The prints on the draperies and accent pillow are at least two-thirds the size of the duvet’s bolder floral.

Break the Mold.

Unexpected accents, such as this vintage hat mold, make a space feel truly personal.

Give Your Eyes a Rest.

White shams and a simple mint coverlet don’t compete with the duvet print.

Scalloped edging adds understated interest.

START HERE! Pick a Playful Pattern.

This large-scale floral (Tatiana by Kathryn M. Ireland) provides an easy jumping-of point to inspire other design elements.

MORE SPRING COLOR COMBOS Who needs a second cuppa joe? You’ll wake up bright-eyed and bushy-tailed thanks to these invigorating palettes and picks.

THE PALETTE

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THE PALETTE

PINK + GREEN

YELLOW + INDIGO

LIGHT BLUE + PURPLE

Harbour Cane Headboard, $995 for queen; serena andlily.com

Sweet Carolina Headboard, $1,599 for queen; sweetelle.com

Pyramids Pillow Cover in Wonder Prism, $56; guildery.com

Posie Pillow, $35; crateand barrel.com

Throw Pillow, $25; target.com

West Bay Sheets, $79; nautica.com

Fitted Windowpane Ultrasoft Cotton Flannel Sheets, from $40; llbean.com

Faceted Pastel Table Lamp, $69; urbanout fitters.com

Mercurio Double Gourd Lamp, $269 for two; laylagrayce.com

Metalwork Nightstand, $199; westelm .com

Chevron II Headboard, $400 for queen; pier1.com

Celestial Etched Chevron Sheet Set, $130; us.shopsarah style.com

Suzanne Kasler Chapelle Table Lamp, $149; ballard designs.com

Inspire Q Daniella Accent Table, $86; overstock.com

Accent Table with Drawer, $210; wayfair.com

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We recently adopted four hens. Three are laying eggs every day, but one has yet to produce a single egg.

Is she trying to get used to her new home, or is she simply a non-layer?

MAIN PHOTOGRAPH BY DEANNA MCCASLAND; CHICKEN, MICHAEL MARQUAND.

-T.J., FREDERICK, MD

Give her a few months.

A variety of factors, including the number of daylight hours or changes in nesting environment, may cause a chicken to stop laying eggs. Is she experiencing a molting cycle? Hens briefly cease production during those periods.

Is she the right age? Most begin laying around six months, but some breeds start a little later.

Keep in mind, all hens eventually stop producing eggs, so you’ll need a plan for non-layers.

HAVE A PET QUESTION? Drop Dr. Earley a line at countryvet@ countryliving.com

We’ve had a rash of coyote problems that has led us to move our 6-year-old farm dog, Tuck, indoors. Any tips for house-training an older dog?

-M.B., DUCKTOWN, TN

In my opinion, crate training is the best way to teach both puppies and older dogs the concept of “holding it.” Begin by buying a crate large enough for Tuck to rest in comfortably. Place him in it for two to three hours of nap time, then take him out immediately to go potty. The moment he goes, reward him with a treat. Follow that up with indoor playtime for two to three hours. Repeat the schedule—crate time, bathroom break, indoor play—until he catches on and does his business outside. As he improves, he can spend less time in the crate and more time playing in the great indoors.

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I want a pet pig, but I’ve heard they can be pretty destructive. Do you have any tips for pig-proofing my home?

I read somewhere that a compost pile can be harmful to a puppy. Is this true? As a new dog owner, should I move the mound to a compost box?

-Y.C., HAPPYLAND, CT

You’re reading the right stuff because it’s absolutely true. The billions of bacteria that aid in the process of decomposition can be harmful if swallowed by a curious pooch. Moldy and decaying matter also contains tremorgenic mycotoxins, which, if ingested, can lead to severe neurological and gastrointestinal symptoms such as tremors, seizures, and vomiting. To be safe, move your compost to an enclosed bin or barrel. Not only will your puppy stay much healthier, but you’ll also have peace of mind, and your scraps will decompose faster.

Imagine having a highly intelligent, ultrainquisitive, food-focused toddler. That’s your new pet, and anything under approximately 3 feet tall is at risk. Pigs open cabinets, knock over tables, and can even break in and raid refrigerators. Prepare by installing cabinet locks, securing trash cans, and making sure electrical wires are tucked safely away. These little darlings tend to keep their noses to the ground, so it’s also wise to keep anything of value, including rugs, off the floor. Keep in mind that, much like a child, a bored pig is more likely to get in trouble, so offer plenty of toys and treats to keep her occupied.

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Last year, the “she-shed” emerged as the female answer to the man cave.

Now there’s a sophisticated new crop of chic sheds—sunlight-drenched spaces nestled in equally inviting backyard gardens. Here, three lucky owners invite us...

DOWN THE GARDEN PATH WRITTEN BY JENNIFER KOPF

Pocket doors and a skylight-filled ceiling help this 61-squarefoot Indiana space feel open and airy.

THE HOBBY HOUSE Donna Jenkins, stylist and owner of The Tinker House Trading Company, shares her tiny backyard workshop.

— 61 square feet • Sharpsville, IN —

PHOTOGRAPHS BY GRIDLEY AND GRAVES STYLING BY ELIZABETH DEMOS

Out Here You’ll Find Me: Doing everything I can’t do in the house, like spray-painting and flower pressing.

Hinged together, salvaged French doors add decorative oomph to an outdoor seating area just off the garden house.

I Also Love To: Host flower-arranging workshops.

My Design Inspiration in Five Words or Less: A Colonial saltbox.

Salvaged Window Count: 34.

I Have a Serious Green Thumb When It Comes To: Boxwoods. I’ve learned to propagate them from scratch and couldn’t be more proud.

If You Look Closely You’ll Notice: The potting bench my husband built me [far right] has running water. All my projects are messy—I need a spot to clean up!

Best Junking Find: Well, it sort of found me. The green Adirondack chairs [page 54] my son made in his high school shop class look great no matter where they land.

Here, the Magic Hour Is: 3 p.m. in the summer. The front windows sparkle when the sunlight hits.

This Space Is Best Enjoyed With: Sun tea made right on site.

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“Almost every part of my ‘tinker’ house was collected during the renovation of my family’s fifthgeneration, circa 1890s farmhouse.

I even topped it with the home’s original mismatched door hardware.”

—Donna Jenkins

Sparkling Lake Valspar

THE ARTIST’S STUDIO Barbara Adkins, owner of Black Sheep Antiques, takes us inside her nature-filled drawing room.

— 480 square feet • Harpersville, AL — PHOTOGRAPHS BY BRIAN WOODCOCK STYLING BY PAGE MULLINS

Spring Sky Benjamin Moore

A neighboring potting shed provides Barbara a spot to display her large terra-cotta collection

Out Here You’ll Find Me: With a paintbrush in hand.

I Also Love To: Use the space for hosting dinner parties.

My Design Inspiration in Five Words or Less: Victorian greenhouse meets Alabama farmhouse.

Salvaged Window Count: 48.

I Have a Serious Green Thumb When It Comes To: Jonquils, oxeye daisies, Lady Banks roses, and garden phlox. Just depends on the season!

If You Look Closely You’ll Notice: The windows are hinged across the top so they can open to catch the cross-breeze.

Best Junking Find: Those blue front doors—that’s the original paint!

Here, the Magic Hour Is: Early afternoon. The sunlight just floods in.

This sunny art studio inspires plenty of creative repurpose ideas: an antique dining tableturned-desk and a music stand-turned-easel.

“You can’t beat the view. From any perch, you can take in glimpses of our property’s barn, gardens, pastures, and house. It’s the perfect lookout point.”

—Barbara Adkins

This Space Is Best Enjoyed With: A glass of red wine.

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THE GARDEN RETREAT Garden designer Susanne Hudson gives us a glimpse of her glass-encased potting shed.

— 600 square feet • Douglasville, GA —

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ERICA GEORGE DINES STYLING BY THEA BEASLEY

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Tarrytown Green Benjamin Moore

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Out Here You’ll Find Me: Planning, potting, pruning, and anything else related to gardening.

I Also Love To: Sit here on a rainy day and pore over antique gardening books.

My Design Inspiration in Five Words or Less: Country French all the way.

Salvaged Window Count: 139, plus five French doors. I collected them for three years and personally mapped out their placement like a giant jigsaw puzzle.

I Have a Serious Green Thumb When It Comes To: Limelight hydrangeas.

I’m a nut for them!

If You Look Closely You’ll Notice: The side entrance has a sliding barn door and is extra wide so I can bring in a wheelbarrow.

Best Junking Find: An antique door that I turned into a French trumeaustyle mirror [see above].

Here, the Magic Hour Is: Evening!

Thanks to hanging lanterns and oil lamps, it looks like a little jewel box all lit up.

This Space Is Best Enjoyed With: White wine when I have friends over; a cold glass of water when I’m working.

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“I will never tire of my garden house’s green trim [Tarrytown Green

by Benjamin Moore]. It was hard to find a color that both pops and blends into the surroundings, but this one gets it just right.”

—Susanne Hudson

A stunning collection of oil lamps amps up the ambience at sundown.

Black Bean Soup Benjamin Moore

LATE BLOOMER It took 125 years for this former gardener’s cottage to reach its full charm potential.

Here’s how the owner cultivated every single inch of the precious 970 square feet.

WRITTEN BY ELIZABETH JENKINS PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROGER DAVIES STYLING BY JANNA LUFKIN

Rule № 1 Add width with stripes.

The graphic blackand-white pattern brings punch to the narrow porch.

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Janet and Larry Korff

Rule № 2 Maximize light with mirrors.

The reflective trio— two gilded, one faux bronze—amps up the space’s natural light.

To reinforce the open, airy feel, Janet favors glass accents, like the vases on the writing desk and the cloches atop the china hutch.

ho could be lucky enough to live there?” That was Janet Korf’s thought 25 years ago when a wrong turn led her down the wooded driveway of the cottage she now calls home. “At the time, I would have never guessed that one day I would be that person,” she says. But a quarter-century later, the house unexpectedly hit the market, she and her husband, Larry, made an ofer, and Janet suddenly found herself back down that same driveway—her driveway.

Built in 1890, the quaint Redlands, California, home was originally the gardener’s residence on a large estate and had long gone unoccupied.

“The house itself was unlivable,” she says. “The other interested buyers wanted to tear down the property.” But despite the home’s neglected state, she couldn’t resist those roses enveloping the house.

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They don’t make ’em like they used to!

The Korffs restored the home’s original circa 1890 flooring one board at a time.

Simply White Benjamin Moore

Rule № 3 Prioritize “everyday” over “someday.”

Barring family holidays, a large dining table only reinforces the “empty” in “empty nester.” Instead, Janet and Larry chose a more practical antique wicker desk to suit dayto-day dining needs.

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Rule № 4 Decorate every last inch.

Beadboard paneling and eye-pleasing open shelving take this utilitarian space from practical to pretty. Clear canisters and wicker bins keep (almost) everything in plain sight.

Rule № 5 Choose cohesiveness over convention.

A chandelier, an oil painting, and floorlength draperies in a kitchen? Yes! Janet, a former chef, chose to dress up her 100-square-foot space in a way that feels in keeping with the rest of the home.

As soon as the “sold” sign hit the flower-filled front yard, the Korfs began to sow seeds of change in the 970-square-foot home.

First up: refinishing the century-old floors and painting nearly every room, barring Larry’s inky blue office, a crisp white. From there they took on larger projects like renovating the kitchen and bathrooms. “It took us six weeks of working around the clock,” recalls Janet. “But when we moved in, it felt so good to have done every bit of it, save some electrical work, ourselves.”

It also felt good—really good—to downsize. “Now I get to focus on the little things that mean so much to me—the nature outside my door, the elegance of living frugally—as opposed to cleaning two stories or vacuuming the stairs,” says Janet. Her elegantly thrifty choices are on display throughout the home, whether it’s a bedroom side table she scored for $1 or a $10 chandelier uncovered at a garage sale. “Almost everything in my house cost $1,” she says, only half-jokingly. Most of the items, however, are rich with sentimental value. Take, for example, the landscape above the stove, a vintage painting of Yosemite.

“That one came from my son, Alex, an antiques dealer [Redlands Country Mart]. Larry and I spend a lot of time outdoors and do a lot of hiking, so we collect landscapes.”

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Old Navy Benjamin Moore

Rule № 6 Go dark in the smallest space.

A vibrant navy paint job helps the 8'-by-10' room feel cozy, not claustrophobic.

The Korffs replaced the master bathroom door with a toile curtain to improve traffic flow in the cramped space.

“This little cottage has let me slow down and find time each day to admire the pieces I love.”

—JANET KORFF

The time-worn paintings of wide-open spaces feel right at home in the not-so-wide-open cottage—particularly in Larry’s cozy office, which feels collected, not cluttered, thanks to thoughtfully chosen, truly personal finds. Those antlers, for example: The couple stumbled across them on a hike, then Janet secured them together with twine.

Janet and Larry’s love of outdoor living also extends to the house’s lush garden, which is tucked inside a fragrant 40-acre citrus grove. Janet now practices yoga among the thicket of bamboo and, almost every day, dries her laundry on a simple clothesline. “Our sun-dried sheets and shirts take on the scent of the surrounding flowers and citrus trees. A drier sheet can’t come close to competing with the fresh aroma,” says Janet, clearly smitten with the underrated ritual of stringing laundry on a line. The takeaway? When you trade too much space for less-is-more simplicity, sometimes laundry isn’t a chore. And sometimes a wrong turn is anything but.

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Rule № 7 There’s always room for what you love.

Rather than edit down a large collection of artwork, Janet created a gallery wall that stretches from the crown molding to the baseboards, making room for every cherished piece.

Among the florals and photographs is a robot the Korffs’ grown son, Alex, drew in kindergarten.

EVERYTHING’S COMING UP

Florals From charming chintz to fresh block prints, flowers are seriously in bloom.

Here, 55 ways to help the season’s happiest trend take root in your home without getting your hands dirty.

WRITTEN BY LAURA KOSTELNY AND CAROLINE COLLINS MCKENZIE MARKET WORK BY BRADLEY NESBITT FLORAL BORDERS BY FLORA FORAGER

CREATE A VERTICAL GARDEN

PHOTOGRAPH BY DAVID TSAY; DESIGNER, ALISON KANDLER.

Nothing cheers up a room like enveloping it in blooms (shown here: Arjumand’s World wallcovering by Idarica Gazzon; harbingerla.com). In this dining space, a graphic painted floor, simple white curtains, and a chippy table keep the room from feeling too precious.

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PICK SOME ’STICKS Made of iron and papiermâché and available in 11 colors, this Stray Dog Designs dahlia candlestick ($75; straydog designs.com) adds a striking element to a mantel or tabletop.

Plant Your Feet on a Pretty Stairwell Like a flower poking up through concrete, blooms in unexpected places—stair risers, closets, junk drawers—add a bit of whimsy. For risers, stick to soft, not-too-contrasty background colors so that the climb up isn’t too dizzying.

TOIL AWAY IN STYLE GREEN THUMBS PAIR BEST WITH BOLD ACCESSORIES.

Roses Watering Can, $63; bambuzo.com

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Women’s Tall Rain Boots, $175; us.hunterboots.com

Summer Lily Garden Stool, safavieh.com for stores

Garden Tulip Trowel, $41; amazon.com

MAIN PHOTOGRAPH BY DEBI TRELOAR. PAINT STROKES, RYASICK / GETTY IMAGES. (OPPOSITE PAGE) PHOTOGRAPH BY ASHLEY CAPP / COVET GARDEN.

For a respite from bold and bountiful patterns, embellish walls with a flower-inspired hue, whether it’s the Rosemeade Mirror ($299; horchow .com) or Coming up Roses paint (sherwin-williams .com).

GATHER PETALS WITH A PAST There’s a certain forget-me-not charm of faded floral artwork. Who was the budding artist with those not-so-perfect brush strokes? How did the still life spend its past life? (Proudly on display in a posh tearoom? Tucked away in someone’s attic?) Display them en masse in a breakfast nook, then ponder these questions over a cup of rose tea.

Amelia Pillow, $74; homedecorators.com

Flower Garden Throw Pillow, $49; landofnod.com

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Indira Ink Decorative Pillow, $133; zincdoor.com

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Nothing livens up a plain sofa or chair like a vibrant pattern or a touch of texture. These fun finds will stay in style from season to season.

Shasta Daisy Vintage Seed Packet Pillow, $33; zazzle.com

Indigo Hand-Block Print Pillow Cover, $40; whitlockandco.etsy.com

Karla Gold Pillow, $30; worldmarket.com

PERK UP YOUR PROFILE Give formal black-and-white silhouettes a fresh makeover with these floral takes on the classic design. Snip one yourself from patterned paper, or scoop up a ready-made option.

Iron Petals Pendants, from $148 each; anthropologie.com

How fresh is this face-off by Schoolhouse Electric ($175 each; schoolhouseelectric .com)? To make your own, enlarge a photo, trace the profile onto desired paper, cut it out, and place it on a contrasting mat.

5-Light Chandelier, $120; wayfair.com

LET THERE BE LIGHT

MAIN PHOTOGRAPH COURTESY OF SCHOOLHOUSE ELECTRIC AND SUPPLY CO.

THESE FIXTURES GIVE NEW MEANING TO FLOWERING BULBS.

Burgeoning Blooms Chandelier, $198; anthropologie.com

Flora Pendant, $402; myswankyhome.com

Dachshund Pillow, $140; sugarboodesigns.com

Instant Download State Print, $5; mossandtwigprints.etsy.com

Custom Silhouette, $14; prettiestsilhouettes.etsy.com

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Add a touch of

lilac For an understated nod to florals, place Chateau Dining Chairs ($299 each; wisteria.com) around a table or apply a fresh coat of Forever Lilac (sherwinwilliams.com) to accent walls.

SPELL IT OUT

Prettify the Practical Herbs Floral Contact Paper, $17/roll; amazon .com

Transform utilitarian spaces (cupboards, kitchen appliances, file cabinets) by lining them (inside or out) with contact paper. Worried about putting the petal to the metal (or wood or particle board)? Don’t be.

It’s easily removable.

TAKE A SPRING BREAK HIT THE ROAD IN STYLE, NO MATTER THE WEATHER.

Patterned Tube Scarf, $10; hm.com

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Keds Champion Floral Oxford, $28; jet.com

The Power Trip Charger, $32; bando.com

Print Large Open Top Tote, $44; landsend.com

MAIN PHOTOGRAPH BY CATHERINE GRATWICKE / COUNTRY LIVING UK.

Plant the seed of an idea— whether that’s with your favorite word or saying— on a wall or bookcase with these vintageinspired tin letters ($18 each; acottageinthe city.com).

Rose Melamine Plate, $9; johnderian.com

Shaded Garden Porcelain Plate by Bonjour, $70/16-piece set; bedbathandbeyond.com

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Lyla Stoneware Plate, $69/four; potterybarn.com

From a bold single bloom to a classic blue-and-white motif, these picks, from melamine to earthenware, mean you’ll have flowers on the table year-round.

Posey Ceramic Plate, $20; lazybonesusa.com

Paradise Found Stoneware Plate, $26; anthropologie.com

Blue Arden Earthenware Plate

by Burleigh, $15; us.amara.com

Silhouette in Navy, $60/yard; caitlinwilson.com

Floribunda in Sorbet, $61/yard; decoratorsbest.com

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Fabric Delphine in Raspberry, $57/yard; decoratorsbest.com

Chickadee Floral by Schumacher, $90/yard; insidefabric.com

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Whether you re-cover every chair in sight or accent a single window with draperies, these timeless textiles should do the trick.

(Bonus: The patterns are also available in wallpaper.)

Bridge City Blooms in Grey, $70/yard; caitlinwilson.com

Graceful Garden by Waverly, $55/yard; joann.com

Sandford Seaspray, $32/yard; lauraashleyusa.com

TRY A LUSH BACKSPLASH Add a touch of

Vine, $7/tile; cement tileshop .com

Amp up a bland spot behind the sink with a vivid tile or a bright fabric under tempered glass (like the one shown here). Frequent watering encouraged.

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MAIN PHOTOGRAPH BY ANNIE SCHLECHTER; DESIGNER, INCORPORATED ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN.

Enjoy a bloominspired pop of yellow with the Keaton End Table ($52; lampsplus .com) or a sunny coat of Buttercup (glidden .com) on the walls.

TAKE IN THE VIEW Now that your home is alive with spring, stake out a spot for this antiqueinspired rattan bench. ($898; shopterrain.com)

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Blue Ribbon Kitchen PRIZE PICKS AND SHOWSTOPPING RECIPES FOR THE HEART OF YOUR HOME

FARM FRESH

PROP STYLING BY PAGE MULLINS.

Crisp, vibrant snap peas and their edible pods are in the spotlight.

Here’s how to bring a little snap to the table.

FOOD STYLING BY MARIAN COOPER CAIRNS PHOTOGRAPHS BY BRIAN WOODCOCK

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Roasted Snap Peas & Mushrooms Roast 4 slices chopped bacon on a rimmed baking sheet in a 450°F oven until crisp.

Add 8 oz. each trimmed snap peas and trimmed and halved cremini mushrooms, 2 sliced garlic cloves, and 2 Tbsp. olive oil; toss to coat. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Roast until vegetables are golden. Makes 4 servings

Snap Pea-and-Lettuce Soup Cook 2 sliced leeks (white and light green parts only) in 1/4 cup butter in a medium pot until tender.

Add 8 cups chicken stock and 2 peeled Yukon Gold potatoes; simmer until potatoes are tender. Add 1 lb. trimmed snap peas and 2 chopped romaine hearts; simmer until bright green. Puree (in batches) along with 3 Tbsp. fresh tarragon until smooth; strain. Stir in 1/2 cup buttermilk. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Makes 4 servings

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Gingery Snap Pea Slaw with Seared Salmon Combine 8 oz. trimmed and sliced snap peas, 2 sliced scallions, 1/2 chopped red jalapeño, 3 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro, 1 Tbsp. each grated fresh ginger, fresh lime juice, rice vinegar, and canola oil, and 2 tsp. soy sauce.

Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve with seared salmon. Makes 4 servings

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WINNER DINNERS These farm-to-fork recipes make the most of your spring market haul—including beets, peas, and asparagus—in 45 minutes or less.

RECIPES BY LINDSAY HUNT PHOTOGRAPHS BY BECKY STAYNER

Salmon and Beets with Yogurt Sauce over Watercress

Can’t find small chicken thighs?

Use four large ones, and increase time in the oven to 25 to 30 minutes.

MAKES 4 servings WORKING TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 25 minutes

1 1/4 pounds beets (about 5 small), peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges 1/2

cup plain yogurt

2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, plus more for serving 1/2

teaspoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon poppy seeds Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 (6-ounce) skinless salmon fillets 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 bunch watercress, thick stems removed

1. Set a steamer basket over 1 inch of boiling water in a medium saucepan.

Steam beets until tender, 18 to 20 minutes.

FOOD STYLING BY CYD RAFTUS MCDOWELL; PROP STYLING BY MARY CLAYTON CARL.

2. Meanwhile, whisk together yogurt, dill, lemon zest and juice, oil, and poppy seeds in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

3. Preheat broiler. Season salmon with coriander and salt and pepper. Broil on a rimmed baking sheet until just opaque throughout, 5 to 6 minutes.

4. Serve salmon, beets, and watercress topped with yogurt sauce.

PER SERVING: protein: 40g; fat: 28 g; carbohydrate: 13 g; fiber: 4 g; sodium: 220 mg; cholesterol: 95 mg; calories: 463.

Salt-and-Pepper Chicken with Spring Quinoa Pilaf MAKES 4 servings WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 45 minutes 1/4

cup olive oil, divided

8 small bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (weighing about 1 1/2 pounds total) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup quinoa, rinsed 2 tablespoons unseasoned rice wine vinegar 4 scallions, sliced 3 radishes, halved and thinly sliced

1 small carrot, grated 3 ounces feta, crumbled (about 3/4 cup) 1/4

cup fresh basil leaves, torn

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook skin-side down, in batches, until the skin is golden and crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Return all of the chicken to the skillet, skinside up, and transfer skillet to the oven. Roast until the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F, 18 to 22 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, cook quinoa according to package directions. Whisk together vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a bowl.

Add scallions, radishes, carrot, feta, basil, and quinoa and toss to combine.

3. Serve chicken over quinoa pilaf. protein: 72 g; fat: 60 g; carbohydrate: 31 g; fiber: 4 g; sodium: 485 mg; cholesterol: 378 mg; calories: 969.

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Mushroom-andAsparagus Pizzas MAKES 4 servings WORKING TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 45 minutes

4 tablespoons olive oil, divided, plus more for baking sheets 12 ounces mixed mushrooms, such as cremini, button, oyster, and shiitake, thinly sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 pound pizza dough, at room temperature 4 to 5 asparagus stalks, thinly shaved 4 ounces fresh goat cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup) 4 ounces grated pecorino cheese (about 1 cup) 1/4

teaspoon crushed red pepper Mixed green salad, for serving

1. Preheat oven to 500°F with racks in the upper and lower thirds. Oil two baking sheets.

2. Heat 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over mediumhigh heat. Add mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and tender, 8 to 10 minutes.

3. Meanwhile, divide dough into four pieces and stretch into 7-inch circles; place on prepared baking sheets.

Top dough with mushrooms, asparagus, goat cheese, pecorino, and red pepper, dividing evenly. Season with salt and pepper. Brush edges of dough with remaining tablespoon oil.

Make sure pizza dough is room temperature so it will be easier to stretch.

4. Bake, rotating the sheets front to back and top to bottom halfway through, until crust is golden brown, 10 to 12 minutes.

5. Serve pizzas with mixed green salad alongside.

PER SERVING: protein: 28 g; fat: 34 g; carbohydrate: 55 g; fiber: 3 g; sodium: 811 mg; cholesterol: 52 mg; calories: 634.

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Breaded Pork Cutlet with Avocado-andShredded Kale Salad

Grilled CuminRubbed Hanger Steak with Smashed Minty Peas and Grilled Bread

MAKES 4 servings WORKING TIME 35 minutes TOTAL TIME 35 minutes

MAKES 4 servings WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 30 minutes

1 large bunch Lacinato kale, thick stems discarded and leaves thinly sliced

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided

5 tablespoons olive oil, divided

1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint

Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 4 pork cutlets (about 1 pound), pounded thin 1/4

cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs, beaten

1 pound fresh or thawed frozen peas

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 1/2 pounds hanger steak, cut into 2 pieces

1 cup panko breadcrumbs

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 small head radicchio, leaves torn

4 slices country bread

1 cup snap peas, thinly sliced

2 ounces shaved Parmesan

1 avocado, chopped 1 lemon, peel removed and flesh chopped

1. Toss together kale and 3 tablespoons oil in a bowl.

Season with salt and pepper.

Set aside to soften.

2. Place flour in a shallow dish. Place eggs in a second shallow dish. Place breadcrumbs in a third shallow dish. Season pork with salt and pepper. Working one piece at a time, dip pork in flour, then in eggs, then in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help adhere.

3. Heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook pork, in batches, until golden brown and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Slice into thin strips.

4. Add radicchio, snap peas, avocado, and lemon to the kale and toss to combine.

Season with salt and pepper.

5. Serve salad topped with pork.

1 tablespoon olive oil

1. Preheat grill to mediumhigh. Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.

Add peas and cook, stirring often, until soft, 6 to 8 minutes. Add remaining tablespoon butter and mash.

Add mint and lime juice and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Meanwhile, season steak with cumin and salt and pepper. Grill until internal temperature reaches 130°F (medium-rare), 4 to 5 minutes per side. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

3. Brush bread, on both sides, with oil. Grill until golden brown and crispy, about 1 minute per side.

4. Serve pea mash topped with shaved Parmesan and steak and grilled bread alongside.

PER SERVING: protein: 47 g; fat: 28 g; carbohydrate: 34 g; fiber: 7 g; sodium: 516 mg; cholesterol: 132 mg; calories: 578.

PER SERVING: protein: 31 g; fat: 31 g; carbohydrate: 31 g; fiber: 8 g; sodium: 151 mg; cholesterol: 153 mg; calories: 517.

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StrawberryLimeade Cake è Strawberry-cream Cheese Frosting

MAKES 12 to 15 servings WORKING TIME 45 minutes TOTAL TIME 5 hours, 30 minutes

Baking spray, for cake pans 3 cups cake flour, spooned and leveled 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 pound strawberries, chopped, plus more whole for garnish 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar 3 large eggs, at room temperature 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract 1 tablespoon lime zest Strawberry-Cream Cheese Frosting

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease three 8-inch round cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper rounds. Whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

2. Process strawberries in a food processor until small pieces and a thick puree form, 5 to 10 seconds. Whisk together buttermilk and 1 cup strawberry puree in a bowl. Reserve remaining puree for Strawberry-Cream Cheese Frosting.

3. Beat butter and sugars with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Beat in vanilla and lime zest. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture and buttermilk mixture alternately, starting and ending with flour mixture, just until flour is incorporated. Divide

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batter among prepared pans.

4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 20 to 23 minutes.

Cool in pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then invert onto rack to cool completely.

5. Place one layer on a cake plate and frost top with 1 cup frosting. Repeat two more times. Cut a 12-by-24-inch piece of plastic wrap and fold in half to make a 6-by-24-inch strip. Wrap around cake to secure layers. Chill until frosting is set, 4 hours or up to 1 day. Top with whole strawberries just before serving.

Strawberry-Cream Cheese Frosting Beat 12 oz. room temperature cream cheese and 1 stick (1/2 cup) room

temperature unsalted butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually beat in 4 cups confectioners’ sugar, until smooth. Beat in 1 Tbsp. each lime zest and lime juice, 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract, and 3 to 4 Tbsp. reserved strawberry puree.

1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups sugar 1 tablespoon lemon zest 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 4 large eggs, at room temperature 1/4 cup light rum Lemon Glaze

Pistachio-Lemon Bundt Cake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease and flour a 12-cup Bundt pan.

Whisk together flour and salt in a bowl.

15 to 20 servings 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 2 hours

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Baking spray, for pan 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for the pan 1/2

teaspoon kosher salt

2 cups shelled roasted pistachios

2. Pulse pistachios in a food processor until very finely ground (they should cling together when pinched), 15 to 20 times.

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Line 20 standard muffin cups with paper liners. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.

2. Bring 1/2 cup water to a simmer in a small saucepan.

Add tea bags and steep 10 minutes. Squeeze tea bags to remove excess liquid; discard tea bags. Stir in honey and 1/4 cup sugar until dissolved.

Stir together 1/4 cup tea syrup and half-and-half in a bowl.

Reserve remaining syrup.

g fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add pistachios, lemon zest, and vanilla and beat until well blended. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture and rum alternately, starting and ending with flour mixture, just until flour is incorporated. Scoop batter into prepared pan.

4. Bake, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 55 to 60 minutes.

Cool in pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes, then invert onto rack to cool completely.

5. Brush cake with warm Lemon Glaze.

Lemon Glaze Simmer 3/4 cup sugar, 2 Tbsp. each fresh lemon juice and water and a pinch of kosher salt in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring, until sugar dissolves, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in 1/2 tsp.

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pure vanilla extract. Cool 10 minutes.

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3. Beat butter and remaining 1 1/4 cup sugar on medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Beat in vanilla. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture and half-and-half mixture alternately, starting and ending with flour mixture, just until flour is incorporated. Divide batter between prepared muffin cups.

4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 20 minutes.

Use a toothpick to poke 10 holes in each cupcake and brush with remaining tea syrup. Cool completely in pans on a wire rack.

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5. Frost cupcakes with Orange Zest Frosting.

20 cupcakes 45 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 30 minutes

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3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 3 bags Lady Grey tea 1/4 cup pure honey 1 1/2 cups sugar, divided 1 cup half-and-half 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 large eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Orange Zest Frosting

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

Beat 1 cup (2 sticks) room temperature unsalted butter and 16 oz. confectioners’ sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Beat in 1 Tbsp. orange zest, 2 Tbsp. each orange juice and milk, and a pinch of kosher salt until smooth.

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Baking spray, for pan

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1/2

teaspoon baking powder

1/2

teaspoon kosher salt

1/2

cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature

1 cup sugar 3 large eggs, at room temperature 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2

teaspoon pure almond extract

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cup whole milk, at room temperature

2 tablespoons poppy seeds Almond Glaze

1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Lightly grease an 8-by4-inch loaf pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

2. Beat butter and sugar on medium speed with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Beat in vanilla and almond extracts. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture and milk alternately, starting and ending with flour mixture, just until flour is incorporated. Fold in poppy seeds. Pour batter into prepared pan.

3. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 55 minutes.

Cool in pan on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then remove to rack to cool completely.

4. Drizzle cake with Almond Glaze.

Almond Glaze Whisk together 1 cup confectioners’ sugar, 1 1/2 Tbsp. milk, 1/2 tsp. each pure vanilla extract and pure almond extract, and a pinch of kosher salt in a bowl. Add additional milk, 1 tsp. at a time, to reach desired consistency.

Coconut Joy Cheesecake BARS Prep Time: 20 min. | Total Time: 6 hours 15 min. (incl. refrigerating) | Makes: 16 servings

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chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed Tbsp. sugar cup butter or margarine, melted pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened cup sugar tsp. vanilla cup coconut milk eggs oz. BAKER’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate, broken into small pieces cup COOL WHIP Whipped Topping (Do not thaw.) cup BAKER’S ANGEL FLAKE Coconut cup PLANTERS Sliced Almonds, toasted

HEAT oven to 325°F. Line 13x9-inch pan with foil, with ends

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of foil extending over sides. Combine cookie crumbs, 2 Tbsp. sugar and butter. Press onto bottom of prepared pan.

BEAT cream cheese and 1 cup sugar in large bowl with mixer until blended. Add vanilla; mix well. Gradually beat in milk until blended. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing on low speed after each, just until blended. Pour over crust.

BAKE 45 min. or until center is almost set. Cool completely.

Refrigerate cheesecake 4 hours.

MICROWAVE semi-sweet chocolate and COOL WHIP in microwaveable bowl on HIGH 1 min.; whisk until chocolate is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Pour over cheesecake; top with coconut and nuts.

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Traditional sheet cake needs love too.

This elegant, understated Creamware tray ($58; shopterrain.com) does the trick. Just remember: Transfer the cake to the tray before frosting to avoid a mess.

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Speckled Malted Coconut Cake MAKES 12 to 15 servings WORKING TIME 45 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 30 minutes

Baking spray, for pan 3 cups cake flour, spooned and leveled 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 cup malted milk powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup canola oil 1 cup half-and-half, at room temperature 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1 teaspoon pure coconut extract 1 large egg plus 2 large egg whites, at room temperature Coconut Buttercream 1/8 teaspoon brown gel food coloring Phyllo nest and robin egg candies

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease three 8-inch cake pans and line bottoms with parchment paper rounds. Whisk together flour, baking powder, malt powder, and salt in a bowl.

2. Whisk together oil, half-and-half, sugar, vanilla, coconut extract, and whole egg in a separate bowl until smooth. Fold in flour mixture just until incorporated. Beat egg whites with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. Fold egg whites into batter just until combined.

3. Divide batter among prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 18 to 22 minutes. Cool in pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes, then invert onto racks to cool completely.

4. Place one layer on a cake plate and frost top with 1 cup Coconut Buttercream.

Repeat two more times.

Frost sides with remaining Coconut Buttercream.

5. Stir together food coloring and 2 drops water in a bowl.

Dip the tip of a wide, stiff paintbrush into the mixture.

Holding the brush 6 to 8 inches from the cake, gently fling the mixture onto iced cake. Repeat for desired effect. Spread Phyllo Nest around the base of the cake, and nestle candies in nest.

Coconut Buttercream Beat 1 cup (2 sticks) room temperature unsalted butter and 1/2 cup cream of coconut with an electric mixture on medium speed until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Gradually beat in 6 cups confectioners’ sugar. Beat in 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract and a pinch of kosher salt until combined.

Beat in blue gel food coloring, one drop at a time, to desired color.

Phyllo Nest Tightly roll 6 sheets of phyllo dough lengthwise.

Very thinly slice. Transfer to a baking sheet, loosely separating layers. Spray with cooking spray. Bake at 350°F until golden-brown, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool completely.

Vanilla Sheet Cake è ChocolateCinnamon Filling MAKES 15 to 18 servings WORKING TIME 30 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour, 30 minutes

Baking spray, for pan 3 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 (4-ounce) bars bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1 cup crispy rice cereal 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 2 cups granulated sugar

3 large eggs, at room temperature 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste 1 cup whole milk, at room temperature Rich Chocolate Frosting

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 13-by-9-inch baking pan. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.

2. Pulse chocolate, cereal, cinnamon, and brown sugar in a food processor until chocolate is finely chopped, 10 to 12 times.

3. Beat butter and granulated sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, 1 to 2 minutes.

Add eggs, one at a time, beating to incorporate after each addition. Beat in vanilla bean paste. Reduce speed to low and beat in flour mixture and milk alternately, starting and ending with flour mixture, just until flour is incorporated. Pour half of batter into prepared pan.

Sprinkle chocolate mixture evenly over batter and top with remaining batter.

4. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 30 to 35 minutes.

Cool completely in pan on a wire rack.

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