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Speaking of shop owners, I have never met Monica Lokkesmoe and Stacy Williams of Nashvillebased Patina + Co in person, but I follow their antiquing exploits on Instagram (@patinaandco) and I suspect we’d be friends because they give their furniture finds human names (a 1760s farm table named Ruby; a pine storage cupboard named Mabel). Fingers crossed I score an invite to their next taco night (pg. 52). And Ruby, I hope you’re there,Lastly,too. if you’re a longtime reader of “What Is It? What Is It Worth?” (pg. 32), you’ll be happy to know this issue is chock-full of expert insights and appraisals.* But I’ll admit all of this number crunching leaves me feeling conflicted. For most of us, the sentimental value is what counts: What Is It Worth to You? Rachel Hardage Barrett EDITOR-IN-CHIEF @RACHELHARDAGEBARRETT

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One of my favorite things about working at Country Living (besides occasionally taste-testing pie; pg. 54) is the community of old souls and antiques lovers that find one another under the banner of the brand. It’s like we all speak a dusty old dialect that others simply don’tI’mcomprehend.notentirely sure what it is about old things that draws us in like moths to a wool blanket, but the binding power of patina is not to be ignored. I suspect it’s because every antique comes with a story to be shared—every collection, a recollection. “Oh, this? You’ll never believe where I found it ” (Did you hear about the Texas woman who paid $35 for a marble bust at Goodwill that turned out to be a 2,000-year-old Roman relic? Now she has a tale to tell!) Whether an ancient artifact or novelty knickknack, each item comes with a backstory that you just won’t get from a big-box store purchase. That’s certainly the case every time I pay a visit to The Nest Antiques in Birmingham, Alabama (shown here). Owner Betty-Margaret Grier (@betty_margaret_the_nest) exudes a friendliness as warm as mahogany, and every curiosity comes with a side of convivial conversation. (Oh, and if you’re wondering what paint color graces her store walls, it’s Down Pipe by Farrow and Ball.)

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WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Made in the French region of the same name, porcelain Limoges plates debuted in the late 1700s and were in high demand through the 1930s. Noted purveyors of fish motifs include Coronet, W.G.Bernardaud,Haviland,and&Co.,withsomeintactsetsvaluedinthehighthousands.

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COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 5 September SimplePleasuresCountry Antiquing Edition! 1 The first day of fall (September 22nd), and all of the sweaterwearing, cider-sipping, leafpeeping potential it brings 2 Giving the gallery-wall treatment to your favorite “gets” (like this plate display in the home of designer Philip Mitchell) 3 Using freshly clipped dahlias as an excuse to break out your bevy of little glass bottles 4 Stocking your own cabinet of curiosities with ironstone, marmalade jars, or whatever you darn well please 5 How antique furniture and timeworn textiles lend soul to any space (Tour three soulful homes beginning on pg. 70.) 6 Perusing the wares of an outdoor antiques fair and finding that thing you didn’t even know you were looking for 7 Porch sittin’ under an heirloom quilt in a rickety old rocker 8 Hauling apples home from the orchard and slicing them on your well-loved cutting boards (Check out our apple cider recipe on pg. 44.)FLOOD.LISAPEARSON;VICTORIATOP)(FROMBYPHOTOGRAPHS

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Nest. HOMES, GARDENS & HAPPYOTHERHABITATSSEPTEMBER 2022 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 11 Perfectly Imperfect Disorderly Desks Piles of papers and quirky clutter are simply signs of a creative spirit at work.

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Secretary This tall dresser-hutch-desk hybrid typically features a base of wide drawers topped by a writing surface with a hinged top, which is in turn topped by a bookcase enclosed in a cabinet. Davenport Named after an 18th-century ship captain named Josiah Davenport, this compact form features an inclined desktop, elaborate legs, and stealth stacks of drawers. Rolltop This design features built-in cubbies and shelves covered by a rounded sliding door, which, when made of thin slats, is referred to as a tambour. Pedestal Stacked drawers on each side mark this rectangular flat-top silhouette. (When made of metal, this style is known as a tanker desk.)

R emember when all of your desk ansharpenednecessities—yellowNo.2s,orange-tippedbottle of glue—fit neatly in a rectangular box? With those Pythagorean theorem days in the rear view, our desks can get decidedly more disheveled courtesy of piles of to-be-read books and magazines, paperwork that needs attention, erratically placed sticky notes, and assorted odds and ends. Productivity experts often champion the merits of a neatly maintained work space, but studies (ones likely buried under a pile of more studies) have shown that a messy desk can actually foster creative thinking. Sure, others may scoff at your seemingly nonsensical stacks, but if you’re the sort who finds comfort in the chaos, know that you are in good clutter-loving company: Mark Twain, Thomas Edison, and Albert Einstein are all said to have thrived amid untidy environments, the latter of whom famously mused: “If a cluttered desk is a sign of a cluttered mind, of what, then, is an empty desk a sign?”

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COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 13 WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Born in 1785, John James Audubon started painting birds of North America in 1820 and became widely known for his watercolors of animals in their natural habitats. There are an estimated 3.4 million original Audubon prints in existence, with some rarer finds Larger$200,000yieldingeach.birdsalsotendtobeofhighervalue. ELLIS.MEREDITHDESIGNER:ALLSOPP;JEANBYPHOTOGRAPH

NEST. 5 6 14 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Currently Craving A Converted Barn Kitchen In Harborside, Maine (check out that view!), a former barn gets gussied up as an open-concept cook space. All White Farrow & Ball

GET THE LOOK: Salvaged Brass Marine Sconce from $175; bigshipsalvage.com 4 CLEVER CABINETRY CupboardsMismatched

“I love to scour local antiques shops for rugs,” says Christina, who chose a densely patterned Turkish runner “to add warmth and color” atop the original wideplank eastern white pine floors. (They still show axe marks!)

Designer Christina Salway’s kitchen was originally a two-story barn with a hayloft. To create the open, airy space, she worked with builder Ben Freedman to remove the floorboards from the second level and raise the original spruce collar ties, then added beadboard all over. “The paneled ceiling reminded me of an upside down boat hull,” says Christina.

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Thanks to nostalgic iceboxinspired details like silver strap hinges and lever handles, the brand-new refrigerator has a been-there-forever feel. Brass knobs on the emerald green range (ilveusa.com) reflect Christina’s love of mixing finishes.

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The brass sconces and green pendants are authentic marine lights that were rewired for standard light bulbs.

Christina rescued the antique sideboard (now a handy coffee bar) from a nearby farm and salvaged the cabinetry—with its original hardware—from another Maine home. She preserved the natural wood tone on the inset doors and painted the frames to match the white walls.

GET THE LOOK: Vintage Turkish Runner from $414; revivalrugs.com 6 PRETTY & PRACTICAL Floating Shelves Simple bracketed shelves display the family’s assemblage of (mostly vintage) everyday items— glassware, canisters, serving pieces, and a cherished A-frame plate rack filled with china.

GET THE LOOK: Classic Fridge $6,195; bigchill.com

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NEST. 16 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Country Classic The Original Easy Chair Blending sink-in comfort with a stately sophistication, the versatile wingback chair encourages fireside lingering and lost-in-a-book leisure.

Spreading Their Wings: During the 1700s, wingbacks were popularized by American colonists who wanted to compete with the high-class style of their librarysecurecentury,cushioningaddingEurope.ball-and-clawtowhichperiodcounterparts.across-the-pondChairsfromthisfeaturedturnedlegs,werecheaperandeasiermakethanthehand-carvedstylesseeninCraftsmenbeganupholsteryandplushintheearly18thhelpingthewingbackitsfootingasadenandstaple.

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Object Lesson The Way, Way Back: The first wingback chairs appeared in England at the end of the 17th century. Designed out of necessity, their iconic “wings” protected chair inhabitants from fireplace smoke and pesky (and sometimes deadly) manor drafts. Made completely of wood, these earliest chairs weren’t the most inviting, but wingbacks have evolved to become one of the most desired—and coziest—chair silhouettes, with examples to complement any design style.

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WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? We can thank the Shakers for the now-iconic slat-style ladder-back chair, designed for easy carriage—and to hang on peg rails when not in use. The simple style quickly expanded beyond their congregation into communities. Chairs made in the last century can be found for under $100, but authentic Shaker pieces can fetch up to $20,000.

Makers to Know: Boston was the center of American furniture production in the 18th and 19th centuries. While pieces by British makers like Chippendale and Hepplewhite flood the antiques market, lesserknown 1stDibsFreund,collectors,FullertonThomascraftsmenearly-AmericansuchasBostoniansFitchandWilliamareprizedamongaccordingtoTonyeditorialdirectorof (1stdibs.com).

Chair Care 101: A chair with good bones is worth saving, so don’t shy away from dated upholstery or nicked wood. Depending on the fabric, reupholstery can cost as low as $350. To keep chair legs hydrated, opt for solid wax wood polishes like Beeswax Polish (furnitureclinic.com) instead of aerosol-based waxes that include silicone, which can damage antique finishes.

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NEST. COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 19 Bring It Home Go New... Curvy, tufted, leather, velvet, skirted—your options are wide-reaching. Century-plusold company Hickory Chair (hickorychair.com for a dealer near you) offers more than a dozen silhouettes handcrafted in the U.S., including the “Townsend” (1). At Roger + Chris (rogerandchris.com), choose from several modern American-made styles and seemingly endless leather and fabric customization options. For more budget-friendly retail buys, check out the “Ellis Wingback” at Sam’s Club (samsclub.com) or the “StyleWell Reedbury Wingback” from Home Depot (homedepot.com). ...or Old If you’re up for a little furniture rehab, hit local estate sales and antiques malls for yardspairs.(You’llbargain-priced—singleswell-loved—andorneedroughly8offabrictoreupholsterachair.)Headtoyourlocalantiquesstorefornotedmakersorlovinglyrestored,one-of-a-kindpieceslikethiskilim-coveredchairwithball-and-clawdetailing(2) (henhouseantiques.com). Online resale sites like Chairish (chairish.com) and 1stDibs (1stdibs.com) also offer an array of affordable and investment pieces.

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NEST. The CL Fixer-Upper Scale MOVE-INREADY NEEDS IMPROVEMENTSMINOR INVEST IN A DECENT DRILL PUT THAT CONTRACTOR ON SPEED DIAL 20 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 YEAR BUILT1830 Picture Yourself In... A Clapboard Colonial From historic homes dating back to the 1700s to updated 20th-century renditions, this American original charms with its symmetry and simplicity. Bluemont,$799,000 VA 3 BR; 2 BA; 1,923 SQ. FT WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: With a healthy dose of curb appeal thanks to its red metal roof, board-and-batten shutters, and split rail fence, this bucolic beauty has it all: heart-pine planked floors, French doors, vaulted ceilings, and even the perfect backyard patio for outdoor entertaining. AGENT: Maddy Cockerill; bethelhomes.net WORK REQUIRED: ALTITUDE.YOCCA/ABSOLUTEJOELBYPHOTOGRAPH written by ALIX ADAMS

COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 21 $599,900Lisbon,CT 4 BR; 2 BA; 4,255 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: This center-hall Colonial is a step back in time with its 12-over-12 windows, wood-paneled walls and trim painted in rich, historic colors, and nine fireplaces. There’s even a “tavern” room with the original brick hearth. AGENT: Josh Cingranelli; priorityregroup.com WORK REQUIRED: YEAR BUILT 1748 YEAR BUILT 1775 mustardPaneled walls for the win! Lunenburg,$525,000 MA 4 BR; 3 BA; 2,653 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: The spacious kitchen sets a high bar with a rustic, yet modern woodburning stove and range set into a beam-wrapped exposed brick wall. Also note the gorgeous, extra-wide plank hardwood floors, one of the irreplaceable perks of 18thcentury construction. AGENT: The Goneau Group; contemporarylivingnow.com WORK REQUIRED: This wide, carved mantel makes a rich focal point!PHOTOGRAPHYMADORECT);(LISBON,LLCHARGRAVES/EAGLEEYERYANBYPHOTOGRAPHS(LUNENBURG,MA).

NEST. 22 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 McGregor,$415,000TX 3 BR; 2.5 BA; 3,120 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: If a clapboard cutie with original details on a big old corner lot sounds good, step right up. Other highlights include four fireplaces, crystal doorknobs, original built-ins, and bonus third-floor space under the gable windows. AGENT: Amanda LaRue; structurerealtygroup.us WORK REQUIRED: Beadboard, a claw foot tub, and a pedestal sink— it’s a vintage-style bath trifecta! Ruffin,$689,000NC 3 BR; 2 BA; 2,806 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Lazy afternoons on the wraparound porch are only the beginning! Inside, this recently renovated farmhouse delivers an open and airy living room, eat-in kitchen (with a fireplace!), and dining room with plenty of space for family gatherings. Plus outbuildings abound with a charming guest cottage, log cabin, and multiple historic barns all on the property. AGENTS: Renee Stanley and Teresa Knowles; century21.com WORK REQUIRED: YEAR BUILT 1890 YEAR BUILT 1920 I holidaysmagine spent in this diningstatelyroom! NC).IN,(RUFFMILLERWAYNETX);(MCGREGOR,PHOTOGRAPHYNECKARRACHELBYPHOTOGRAPHS

COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 23 FIELD NOTES A Must Visit for Colonial-Lovers With roots dating all the way back to 1709, the preserved Wickford Village in Rhode Island is an old house-lover’s dream. Much of its historical foundation is still intact and its streets are home to the country’s largest concentration of cocktailsGideonColonial-eraowner-occupiedhomes(42!),includingthecirca-1774CarrHouse(above).Visitinperson(enjoywithaseasideviewatWickfordontheWater!),ortakeanarmchairtourat histwick.org. Becket,$289,900MA 3 BR; 2 BA; 1,384 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Situated right by a lake, this home is bathing in natural light! The kitchen’s open plan, vaulted ceiling, and farmhouse sink make it the perfect epicenter for a bustling family, while the penny tile and pedestal sink bathrooms deliver vintage vibes. AGENT: Chris LaPatin; homesweethome-realestate.com WORK REQUIRED: Saint$470,000Paul, MN 4 BR; 2 BA; 1,806 SQ. FT. WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT: Owned by only one family, this home has been lovingly maintained and it sure shows. The kitchen (at right) with original iron hardware packs in piles of charm, and a sherbetshaded retro-tiled bathroom? Peachy keen! AGENT: Tim McIntosh; fazhomes.com/timmcintosh WORK REQUIRED: YEAR BUILT1804 YEAR BUILT1939MN);AUL,P(STPHOTOGRAPHYCROUSERPETERMA);(BECKET,WINCHELLALIVIABYPHOTOGRAPHS MAZE.JANECEBYWRITTENNOTESFIELDJOSIE;MELINDBYILLUSTRATION

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ANTIQUES & TREASURES FOR A COLLECTEDMORELIFESEPTEMBER 2022 Hunt . COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 25 Ceramic Strikers Also known as pyrogenes, these pretty pieces graced the tables of almost every French bistro around the turn of the 20th century. Filled with matches to light cigarettes—or, occasionally, cigarettes themselves—the graphic pieces featured ridged bases or necks for sparking flames and also served as strategic advertisements for aperitifs and other spirits. Today, they’re a prime find for candle lovers and Francophiles alike. WHAT IT’S WORTH: $125 to $400 In Wi e Old What to Collect Now Mark our words: These 10 vintage categories are seriously heating up. (Strike now while you can still find ’em!) written by SARAH ZLOTNICK photographs by BECKY LUIGART-STAYNER styling by ALISON ALLSOPP

Queen Elizabeth II Memorabilia Fervor for these crown jewels surged this year as Britain’s longest-reigning royal celebrated the country’s first-ever Platinum Jubilee. Pieces from her 1953 coronation are highly coveted, and coffee cups, ring dishes, and tea and candy tins are most abundant on the resale market. Rarer finds, such as souvenir programs and teapots (note the unique carriage shape shown at bottom left), fetch higher prices.

WHAT IT’S WORTH: $40 to $250 Observer’s Books Long before smartphones provided all the answers, pocket-size Observer’s Books served as on-the-go guides for a wide range of subjects. First published in 1937 by Frederick Warne & Co., the series grew to include 100 titles. Book values depend on condition and rarity. (A first edition of British Birds, the first Observer’s Book published, is a particularly coveted one to spot in the wild.)

WHAT IT’S WORTH: $10 to $1,000

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Hatstands Up through the first half of the 1900s, the hat was an important signifier of social class. As such, the humble dresser-top hatstand was a crucial component of wardrobe care, and simple wooden pieces featuring curved tops—necessary for maintaining shape—were the most common option found in homes. Today, vintage stands with more ornately turned stems (back left) tend to command higher prices.

WHAT IT’S WORTH: $40 to $90 specificallyCollectors seek out from“glossies”the1970s for the rainbow of colored spines.

COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 27 Apothecary Cabinets These wooden, multidrawer countertop cabinets were first crafted for pharmacists in the 1800s as a place to store the ingredients they needed to mix tinctures and medicines. They’ve recently returned to the spotlight as home organizing obsessives seek unique storage solutions in place of inright)ingredientstillpatina,increasecontainers.one-size-fits-allCostsgenerallywithage,size,andbutcabinetsthatbeartheiroriginalstenciledlabels(centerareguaranteedtobringaprettypenny. WHAT IT’S WORTH: $60 to $3,000 Pheasant Plates Native to Asia, ring-necked pheasants were introduced to America for game hunting in 1881 by Oregon pioneer Owen Nickerson Denny. Their colorful plumage made them a prize catch, and the birds’ likenesses proliferated on both dinnerware and display dishes throughout the Victorian era and beyond. To add variety to your collection, consider incorporating pieces of painted tin Baret Ware (far left). WHAT IT’S WORTH: $15 to $75

Barley Twist Furnishings

Though the spiraled barley twist column can be traced to ancient Greece, it was revived for popular consumption in the furniture of 17th-century England and France and named after barley sugar twists, a common treat of the time. Collectors will find the motif on everything from candlesticks and lamps to mirrors and side tables.

WHAT IT’S WORTH: $250 to $1,500

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WHAT IT’S WORTH: $30 to $8,000 bouillotte lamps Take note, game night devotees! Named after a 19th-century French card game, this lamp style— which includes two to four candelabra arms and a lacquered metal, or tole, shade—typically sat in the middle of a game table. The highly reflective interior of the shade lastingillumination—necessaryaugmentsforgamingsessionslongintothenight.

WHAT IT’S WORTH: $200 to $500 Priced at $4,995, this 1922 walnut console is a prize find for its barley twist legs and dovetail drawers.

HUNT. 28 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Cowboy Blankets TV Westerns reached peak popularity in the 1950s and ’60s, and brands such as Fieldcrest (top right) and Bates (blue at bottom) cashed in on the phenomenon with blankets and bedspreads depicting cowboy and wrangler motifs in bold shades. Trending again thanks to modern Western revivals such as Yellowstone, screen printed versions of the vintage textiles are more commonly found— and typically cost less—than their woven counterparts.

COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 29 thankyou! A few generous dealers and collectors graciously loaned pieces for this story. See pg. 107 for more info Raised Beadwork While other nations of the Iroquois Confederacy that live near the U.S.-Canada border also sold raised beadwork as souvenirs to Victorian-era tourists, the Tuscarora Nation had exclusive selling rights on lands surrounding Niagara Falls until 1936. Their handcrafted, sawdust-stuffed pieces (shown here) in popular shapes such as boots, picture frames, pouches, and birds typically noted the Niagara locale and year created. Today, the value of a piece is largely determined by age, condition, and design. WHAT IT’S WORTH: $50 to $500

HUNT. 30 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 GLASS DEMIJOHN Secondhandmade A Little Glow-Up With some creative thinking, you can turn almost any antique find into a one-of-a-kind lamp. CERAMIC VASE BRASS CARRIAGE LANTERN WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? First created by crewmen on lightship vessels over 150 years ago as a way to pass time at sea, lightshipNantucketbaskets were often used to house sewing notions. They start around $200, with the rarest examples priced at $60,000.

Brass Carriage Lantern Why We Love It: For the shiny patina it brings to a desktop. Pair It With: A simple bent-tip chandelier bulb for a warm glow.

Silver Loving Cup Why We Love It: Stately silver works in almost any space. Top It With: A grasscloth shade with black or navy trim for a classic look. (Shown: “Grasscloth;” ballarddesigns.com)

French Enamelware Canister Why We Love It: Its petite size nestles nicely on a kitchen counter. Top It With: A striped shade in similar hues. (Shown: “Warna;” oka.com)

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Why We Love It: It’s the perfect accent for a library or kid’s room (think a stack of childrens’ classics). Top It With: A solid shade that matches a book spine. (Shown: “Iro;” oka.com)

For all of these projects, use an at-home lamp wiring kit (antique lampsupply.com), or take your base to a local lamp or hardware store to tackle the task for around $150. (Shade tip: We prefer empire style for the most versatility.)

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Why We Love It: This handcrafted coastal classic adds pretty vintage style to a small space. Top It With: A pretty gathered and patterned shade. (Shown: “Green Trellis;” pennymorrison.com)

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HARDCOVER BOOKS FLUTED CAKE MOLD

Fluted Cake Mold Why We Love It: The sculptural shape and timeworn patina add charm above a kitchen sink. Pair It With: An oversize Edison bulb (shadesoflight.com).

Ceramic Vase Why We Love It: The classic vase shape (ours is by McCoy) adds sophistication to a living room. Top It With: A colorful marbled paper shade to add pattern. (Shown: “Tamarind;” theshadeshop.com)

Nantucket Lightship Basket

Glass Demijohn Why We Love It: Whether covered in wooden slats or wrapped in wicker, these European narrow-necked vessels (also called carboys) make a statement on a side table. Top It With: A woven shade for a double hit of texture. (Shown: “Twisted Seagrass;” theshadeshop.com)

While athletes have received trophies since the 1500s, the tradition of awarding silver loving cups likely began in the 1800s. (The two handles intended for easy passing of the communal cup also made it easier to raise in celebration.) Large silver plated versions can range in price from $225 to $325.

Haul Fame HUNT. 32 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Appraisals What Is It? What Is It Worth?? These jaw-dropping appraisals from years past will make you want to raid the attic or rush to the nearest estate sale. Early Century20thHalls Excelsior M Bank:echanical$1,750 Authentic Shaker Oval Box: up $10,000to EDITION -2022 of Staffordshire Dogs: $900 to a$1,500set SALTANDQUILTWHITEANDYELLOWD;MUCKLE/STUDIOJPAINTING,HORSED;FRIEDMAN/STUDIOPHILIPPITCHER,IRONSTONEANDPEPPERSHAKERS,BRIANWOODCOCK; 1STDIBS/1STDIBS.COM.OFCOURTESYBANKMECHANICALIOREXCELSHALL’SIMAGES;GETTYWEATHERVANE,MAYOR;RANDYQUILT,WHITEANDPINKLEBANON;MTMUSEUMSHAKEROFCOURTESYBOXOVAL

APPRAISED NOVEMBER 2001 19th-Century Lehnware Bucket SUBMITTED BY J.M., GRAND RAPIDS, MI “Your wooden bucket (probably white oak) is called Lehnware, after Joseph Lehn (1798-1892), a Pennsylvania artisan who painted everyday woodenware with repetitive floral and geometric sequences,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman.

SUBMITTED BY H.W., EVANSVILLE, IN “In 1903, Thomas Lee created the very first versions of the popular Adirondack chair for his family’s use at their Upstate New York home,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman. Later that year, Lee shared his design with his friend, carpenter, and shop owner Harry Bunnell, as a favor to help Bunnell bring in extra money during the off-season. Bunnell began making and selling the chairs, but—without telling Lee—also applied for and received the 1905 patent to manufacture his friend’s design, which he did under the H.C. Bunnell name for the next 25 years. Your piece was likely made around 1920 and is an early form of American Art Deco with roots in European Cubism and constructivism. “Because they were used outdoors, these chairs rarely survived,” says Helaine. “Yours still has most of its original paint, which is also rare.”

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Market Report “In today’s auction market, extreme rarities are breaking records left, right, and sideways. Pristine rare pieces by known makers, such as this Lehnware bucket or the Tiffany lamp (pg. 37), continue to rise in value.” —Appraiser Helaine Fendelman 0 ,000

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—Marsha Bemko, Antiques Roadshow

SUBMITTED BY M.P., BOSTON, MA Antiques Roadshow executive producer Marsha Bemko shared your family treasure with appraiser James Supp of Coronado Trading Co., who tells us, “Until recently, hand-painted signs were everywhere, from storefronts to the sides of buildings. The style of your wonderful sign dates it to sometime around 1930 to 1940. Unfortunately, I can’t find anything about the painter of the sign, Fayer, but this is not uncommon, as most of the painters were trade workers. Advertising art is still a very strong area of collecting, and hand-painted signs have always been in high demand. The most sought-after— and most valuable—are signs from known businesses or historic locations and, for Boston, you can’t get a more historic shopping location than Faneuil Hall Marketplace, where this sign for your father’s cousin’s meat stall hung.”

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APPRAISED NOVEMBER 2020 Hand-Painted Sign

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SUBMITTED BY C.M., SAGINAW, MI “Your salesman’s sample is from the Albion Union Windmill Company of Albion, Michigan, founded in 1876 by L.J. Wolcott, an inventor of several windmill designs,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman. “The wooden replica is an exact scale model of one of the 10-foot to 12-foot-tall windmills that farmers used to pump water. Salesman’s samples are desirable and valuable, especially those with their original parts.”

“Appraiser James Supp recently told me that advertisingusingsigns as home and business decor has opened up a whole new market for dealers and collectors, with demand far outstripping supply. He says even 1970s and ’80s signs are rising in value.”

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APPRAISED JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2018 Mid-1900s Mechanical Horse SUBMITTED BY H.P., WINSTON-SALEM, NC

Market Report “When it comes to toys, it’s those that bring nostalgia that have the most collecting value, whether it’s something like this

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havingandmechanicalstorefronthorseforanoldercollector,orLegosStarWarsitemsforthoseintheir30sand40s.Fortheyoungergeneration,condition,documentation,andallpiecesintactisveryimportant.”

“Crazy quilts are easily recognizable because of their various pieces of cloth in irregular shapes, sizes, and colors sewn together in what appears to be random patterns,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman. “Swatches of cotton, wool, and silk were collected—an early form of recycling—and joined together by hand-sewn embroidery, then sewn onto cloth backing.” Dates, initials, and decorative elements such as flowers were often embroidered or appliquéd onto the individual cloth pieces. She also tells us there was an intense interest in these crazy quilts from about 1876 to 1900, and then again in the middle part of the 20th century.

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The first mechanical horse appeared about 1932, and by the 1960s, horses like yours were fixtures in front of shopping centers around the country, according to appraiser Bene Raia of Raia Auctioneers. “Merita had a long history of sponsorship of the Lone Ranger franchise, and your horse that was used to promote the radio show seems to be from the late 1940s or early ’50s and in great condition,” says Bene. “Both coin operated and non-coin-operated versions are very much in high demand.”

—Appraiser Bene Raia APPRAISED OCTOBER 2021 Crazy Quilt SUBMITTED BY C.C., KIRKSVILLE, MO

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for a setof4 $28,000 $1,800 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 37 JANUARY/FEBRUARYAPPRAISED 2017 Circa-A.D. 117-161 Gold Coins SUBMITTED BY P.C., MIAMI, FL You may have hit the jackpot! Heritage Auctions’ Marsha Dixey checked in with colleague David Michaels, who says you’ve purchased Roman coins called “aurei” (the singular is “aureus”). Like all Roman Imperial coins, the obverse (front) of each coin depicts an image of the emperor, his wife, or immediate family (son, daughter, or chosen heir). The reverse (back) of the coin was reserved for propaganda promoting peace, stability, good fortune, and victory in battle.

APPRAISED NOVEMBER 2004 Tiffany Lamp SUBMITTED BY L.P., SARASOTA, FL

“About every 30 years, a new generation of collectors turns the antiques focus to new categories, but measurable genres, such as precious metals like coins, will always remain strong.”

“Your table lamp appears to be a late-19th-century piece made early in Louis Comfort Tiffany’s career,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman. “The leaded stained-glass shade is original; however, the finish on the copper base is not. It is highly polished and exhibits little evidence of any aging or patina. It is possible to have an artificial patina applied, but value declines dramatically—by at least 30 percent—when a new surface is added.”

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SUBMITTED BY S.P., NEW YORK, NY “These circa-1940s croquet wickets are one-of-a-kind handmade objects that are considered Folk Art pieces,” says appraiser Helaine Fendelman. The figures stand about one foot high and are mounted on foot-high wire supports. The brightly painted, hand-carved wooden figures were made in Sabetha, Kansas, indicated by the town name on the hats of the postman and policeman. The wickets themselves are one inch thick and painted on the reverse. Have something you’re convinced is valuable? Send a photo and description to wiiw@countryliving.com for an opportunity to have it appraised.

CHICKEN FOR ALL. All for More crispy chicken. More family faves.

SEPTEMBER 2022 Gather. IDEAS & RECIPES TO EVERYSAVORSEASON COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 43 Farm Fresh Good to the Core Channel your best sweater-weather self with this sweet-and-savory (and sippable!) assortment of apple recipes. WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? A staple of fruit farm life, this primitive style orchard ladder— often around 12 feet tall—can be picked up for between $125 and $600. (Notice the tapered top that fits better branches!)betweenPricesforharder-to-findtripodstylesfromthe1800scanreachashighas$2,000. TASHIMA.DANEBYPHOTOGRAPH produced by CHARLYNE MATTOX

GATHER . 44 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Bites by the Bushel From pizza to cider, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better first taste of fall. Recipes, pg. 102 AppleWoodchuckWarmerCider WaldorfFlatbreadSalad CaramelTurnoversApple BROCKMCHRISTINABYSTYLINGPROPX;COTORIEBYSTYLINGFOODLUIGART-STAYNER;BECKYBYPHOTOGRAPHMICHEL;CHRISTOPHERBYRECIPESAN.

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WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH?

Earthy-toned majolica pottery was first created on the Spanish Island of Majorca in the 14th century, but British mass production in the mid-19th century boosted its popularity. Wedgwood introduced this sunflower pattern with a basket weave rim around 1860. (The bloom was a popular motif of the Aesthetic Movement.) Most plates can be found for between $50 and $200 apiece.

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Picnics & Parties Here Comes the Sun Country Living Contributor Lela Rose brings her sunny disposition to the Jackson Hole valley for a cheerful get-together inspired by early fall flowers.

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“HOW CAN ANYONE NOT SMILE at the sight of a big giant sunflower?” asks designer Lela Rose (lelarose.com). “They’re just so happy, and the color is amazing.”

An added bonus: They’re edible. “I love it when decor does doubleduty,” she says, referencing her recent party menu that makes good use of sunflower seeds in the salad and dip. (Fun fact: The leaves, petals, stalks, and roots of the flower are also suitable for consumption.) For that same early fall get-together in the picturesque Jackson Hole valley, Lela created a casual sun-dappled scene courtesy of a bevy of blooms, petal-patterned attire, and a table set with vintage seed packets and antique majolica “Sunflower” plates by Wedgwood. “I love the unexpected pop of green among all the yellow and how they have so much texture,” she says of the plates that also make for fun conversation pieces. “Every antique comes with a story, either how you found it or whose it was. I love fantasizing about the lives the items lived before.”

Continued

Stay Golden LELA’S TIPS TO CREATE YOUR OWN PETAL PARTY Arrange a Sunny Centerpiece. A variety of sunflower blooms, coneflowers, and baptisia nestled in a faux-bois vase (foundbham.com) makes for a sophisticated floral focal point. Dress the Part. Lela never shies away from a sartorial nod to a theme. Here, it’s a needlepoint midi skirt from her own collection (lelarose.com).

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Turtleneck lovers, take note: There’s also a corresponding embroidered sweater. Serve Seedy Snacks. “I love how sunflower seeds bring texture and a nutty, creamy flavor to any dish,” says Lela. Two of her crowd-pleasing go-tos include Cilantro and Sunflower Seed Dip and a salad of Squash Ribbons with Sunflower Seeds, Feta, and Thyme (far left). Set a Freshly Picked Table. Atop a printed tablecloth (matchesfashion.com), each place setting features a thoughtful mix of new—woven chargers (myto.com.co), tasseled kitchen towels (chanluu.com)—and old—antique Wedgwood majolica plates (rosevictoria.net), vintage seed packets (etsy.com). Lela puts her Wedgwood to use year-round. “Green is a such a versatile, all-season color for entertaining.” Take a Sweet Shortcut. Fanciful wrappers (sweetsinclairs .etsy.com) dress up store-bought vanilla cupcakes (above). on pg.

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Offer a Floral Farewell. Let guests create and take home sunflower bouquets wrapped in brown kraft paper and tied with twine. Tuck a vintage seed packet into each completed package for petal posterity. Recipes, pg. 103

Shake Up a Signature Sip. Encourage guests to mix their own cocktails by writing the recipe on a slice of wood or faux-bois tray, displayed upright with a frame stand. Lela’s suggestion: The Sunflower, a refreshing gin-based cocktail, which includes Cointreau, elderflower liqueur, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of absinthe. Garnish with a lemon peel and, of course, a sunflower petal.

*Three grams of soluble fiber daily from whole grain oat foods, like Honey Nut Cheerios™ cereal, in a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. Honey Nut Cheerios cereal provides .75 grams per serving. Give your heart a little love.

Table Talk: “Using heirloom pieces for entertaining not only pays homage to the ones who passed them down to us, but it also teaches our children that not everything is disposable,” says Monica, who has an affinity for well-loved breadboards that show knife marks and a softness in the middle from years of use. “Every board tells a story, and as far as we’re concerned, the more wear and repairs, the better!”

Bottoms Up: Guests can help themselves to self-serve tequila cocktails poured from a 200-yearold ironstone pitcher. “We love to use ironstone because it’s so heavy and unlikely to get knocked over during a family supper,” says Monica.

Sunday Supper

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For two friends-turned-antiques dealers, taco night is as good an excuse as any to set a casually collected table. Around the Table: Longtime friends Stacy Williams (left) and Monica Lokkesmoe (right), who opened their Nashville antiques business, Patina + Co (patinaandco.com), about six years ago out of Monica’s garage. (They’ve since moved on to a 2,700-square-foot store in the city’s Berry Hill/ Melrose neighborhood.) They’re joined by family and friends, including Monica’s husband, Erik, and kids Kolton, Skylar, and Sydney, plus Stacy’s husband, Zach, and kids Loretta, Betty, Hazel, and Harlan.

Viva la Vintage!

Sweet Fix: Semi-homemade Zebra Semifreddo— think layers of ice-cream sandwiches and whipped cream, all drizzled with cinnamon-spiked chocolate— gets fancied up courtesy of a tarnished silver tray. Recipes, pg. 104 “For a margarita with a little kick, combine jalapeño limeade (trader joes.com), tequila, and Topo Chico mineral water.”

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Menu Mainstays: Monica swears by the low-key ease of Slow Cooker Beef Tacos, which come served with all the fixin’s, including chips with homemade Restaurant-Style Salsa, Dressed Up Black Beans with mushrooms and flavorful spices, and scallion-cilantro rice.

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The scallop shell has long been a popular motif for silver flatware including servingshell-shapedtongs, which range in size from the small sugar and ice to the larger sandwich. Sterling pieces by Ti any & Co. can run upward of $3,000, but plated versions start at $45.

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“We love to serve the tacos on a footed French breadboard that we’ve cured with salt and lemon juice to make it food safe.”

Originally made for French pastry shops, round vintage wire cooling racks were first crafted by companies such as Baudin in Europe, and later the U.S., from the early 18th century to the mid-20th century. Depending on the level of decoration, they can range from $25 to $300.

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CRANDALL.LEIGHBYWRITTEN recipe and food styling by TORIE COX photograph by BECKY LUIGART-STAYNER prop styling by MINDI SHAPIRO

Inspired by: The plum orchards of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula Local Flavor: The Great Lakes surround this mitten-shaped part of Michigan on three sides, protecting its hills from harsh weather and creating ideal growing conditions for delicious stone fruit. Make a pit stop at local farmstands this month, and scoop up baking varieties like Stanleys and Damsons that are fit for filling this flaky, lemon-infused galette. Recipe, pg. 106

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Who should not use EYLEA? Do not use EYLEA if you have an infection in or around the eye, eye pain or redness, inflammation in the eye, or are allergic to aflibercept and/or any other ingredients in EYLEA. What is the most important information I should know about EYLEA?

What is EYLEA? EYLEA is a prescription medicine that works by blocking vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF). VEGF can cause fluid to leak into the macula (the lightsensitive tissue at the back of the eye responsible for sharp central vision). Blocking VEGF helps reduce fluid from leaking into the macula.

Consumer Brief Summary

• Neovascular (Wet) Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)

• Diabetic Macular Edema (DME)

• Vitreous floaters

• Increased pressure in the eye

What should I tell my eye doctor before receiving EYLEA?

• Tell your eye doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant. It is not known if EYLEA may harm your unborn baby

• Macular Edema Following Retinal Vein Occlusion (RVO)

This summary contains risk and safety information for patients about EYLEA. It does not include all the information about EYLEA and does not take the place of talking to your eye doctor about your medical condition or treatment.

For a more comprehensive review of EYLEA safety and risk information, talk to your health care provider and see the full Prescribing Information at EYLEA.com.

• EYLEA must only be administered by a qualified eye doctor. Injection into the eye with EYLEA can result in an infection in the eye and retinal detachment (separation of retina from back of the eye) can occur. Inflammation in the eye has been reported with the use of EYLEA. If your eye becomes red, sensitive to light, painful, or develops a change in vision, seek immediate care from an eye doctor

It is important that you contact your doctor right away if you think you might be experiencing any side effects, including eye pain or redness, light sensitivity, or blurring of vision, after an injection.

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The most common side effects include

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• Moving spots in the field of vision

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• Vitreous (gel-like substance) detachment

• Because EYLEA is composed of large molecules, your body may react to it; therefore, there is a potential for an immune response (allergy-like) in patients treated with EYLEA

There are other possible side effects of EYLEA. For more information, ask your eye doctor.

• In some patients, injections with EYLEA may cause a temporary increase in eye pressure within 1 hour of the injection. Sustained increases in eye pressure have been reported with repeated injections, and your eye doctor may monitor this after each injection

• Diabetic Retinopathy (DR) How is EYLEA given? EYLEA is an injection administered by your eye doctor into the eye. Depending on your condition, EYLEA injections are given on different schedules. Consult with your eye doctor to confirm which EYLEA schedule is appropriate for you.

• Tell your eye doctor if you are breastfeeding. It is not known if EYLEA may harm your baby. You and your eye doctor should decide whether you should be treated with EYLEA or breastfeed, but you should not do both

• Serious side effects related to the injection procedure with EYLEA are rare but can occur including infection inside the eye and retinal detachment

• You may experience temporary visual changes after an EYLEA injection and associated eye exams; do not drive or use machinery until your vision recovers su ciently

What is EYLEA used for? EYLEA is indicated for the treatment of patients with:

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

• See important safety information listed under “What is the most important information I should know about EYLEA?”

• Increased redness in the eye

How is EYLEA supplied? EYLEA is supplied in a clear, colorless to pale yellow solution. It is provided in a pre-filled glass syringe or glass vial containing the amount of product required for a single injection into the eye, which is 0.05 mL (or 2 mg of the medicine product).

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SEPTEMBER 2022 PURSUITS & PASTIMES FOR FINDING JOY IN EVERY DAYLinger. COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 59 Life n e Country Talking Shop With a move to rural Pennsylvania, an antiques-loving teacher trades chalk dust for hay bales. meet Meg! Meg hostswelcomesVenovisitorstoWillowbrookFarm,whereshevintagesalesintheproperty’soldstonebarn. written by LEIGH CRANDALL photographs by MAGGIE NELSON

The shoppable wares at Life’s Patina typically include European linens and china, displayed here in a favorite vintage cabinet. “I love anything in pale blue,” says Meg. “It’s created a peaceful feeling for me since I was a kid.”

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The scent of woodsmoke from the first fires of fall and the honks of geese returning from their sojourns down south fill the air at Willowbrook Farm in Malvern, Pennsylvania. “September is one of my favorite times of year here,” says Meg Veno, a former elementary schoolteacher who, along with her husband, Chris, and their five children, moved to the farm 16 years ago from a Philly suburb. “We searched for five years, and when we came across Willowbrook, I could instantly see the possibilities,” says Meg. “The old stone bank barn was especially appealing; I imagined using it to start a business.” Meg’s love of vintage and design comes from her parents— “Dad was always loading up our Wagoneer with finds,” she says— and she had the idea for a pop-up sale that would offer new goods, architectural salvage, and treasures found at antiques fairs and flea markets along the East Coast. Following a two-year reno, Meg hosted her first barn sale in 2011 and her business, Life’s Patina, took off. Willowbrook now hosts pop-up days, as well as four seasonally inspired sales a year, with the next running September 23-25 (follow along @lifes.patina). While they browse, visitors can sample food and beverages from local makers and enjoy live acoustic music. “The farm has been a great gathering spot for our family,” Meg says. “We love sharing it and, with each event, we get to add another layer to its story.”

ABOVE: Shopping displays are found around the 15 acre property, which also includes a greenhouse, horse stables, vegetable garden, and chicken coop. RIGHT: Part of the lower level of the main barn is still home to dairy stalls, where vintage finds, like industrial lighting and ironstone plates, mingle with vintage-inspired goods, such as Sugarboo & Co. canvas quote tarps.

LINGER . COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 61 Parts of the massive 6,000 square-foot, two-story barn date back to the late 1700s. Learn more about the farm’s history, find dates for upcoming sales, and shop select pieces online at lifespatina.com. WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Unusually long at 13 feet, the old-growthcirca-1868pine farmhouse table in Meg’s barn was built for the Soldiers’ Orphan School in what is now nearby Historic Yellow Springs. Similar pieces run between $5,000 and $12,000. PHOTOGRAPHY.CARPENTERBRENDATABLE,OUTDOOR

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LINGER . 62 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 Small Town Saturday Los Alamos, California Calling all antiques lovers! In the northern gateway to the Golden State’s Santa Ynez Valley, remnants of the Old West now shine as repurposed spaces—many of which house a host of delightful discoveries. Town Stats POPULATION 1,634 NAMED FOR The Spanish word for cottonwood trees CLAIM TO FAME The nearby hills once served as a hideout for Salomón Pico, the outlaw who inspired Zorro. country wisdom Food tastes better when it’s served in a converted general store, as is the case at Pico, a 1880srestaurantfarm-to-tableinanstorefront. written by SARAH ZLOTNICK

Scour the Shelves: Junkers will want to devote an entire morning to wandering the aisles of the 28,000-square-foot Los Alamos Depot Mall, a former rail depot where the occasional movie prop may be found amongst the ephemera. Then, it’s off to Sisters Gifts and Home to explore even more antiques artfully arranged in the rooms of an old cottage.

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Kick Up Your Feet: Pause your search for a bit at Bodega, an open-air wine and beer garden where guests can also shop the greenhouse or play bocce. Relive the Olden Days: Held the last weekend of September, the Los Alamos Old Days festival celebrates the town’s Western heritage with a chili cook-off, vintage car show, peddler’s mart, and plenty more.

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Set O for More Shops: For a second bout of scouring, drive to Santa Ynez, where former Flea Market to Fabulous host Valerie Madeira curates a beautiful collection of vintage finds at Valerie’s Vintage & Supply Co. The California-made Mi Cocina denim placemats (pg. 64) sold at nearby Santa Ynez General will pair wonderfully with your new pieces, and KJ Murphy’s stocks Western-style Resistol hats (far right) to shield the sun while you’re on the hunt.

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Make it Grain: Early risers head to Bob’s Well Bread Bakery for a hearty pre-antiquing breakfast of perfectly flaky pastries and inventive egg dishes served up in a converted gas station.

Stop for a Refuel: Celebrate your scores by booking a table at Bell’s, where Per Se alum Daisy Ryan (pictured) and husband Gregory serve unfussy French fare (frites!) in an old refurbished bank, or enjoy upscale comfort food and an award-winning wine list at Pico (left). on pg. 64 “S a f rail immersed-in-the-old ways to welcome the arrival of fall.

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Los Alamos Depot Mall Babi’s Beer Emporium Saddle Up: Overnight guests at Alisal Ranch in Solvang can pair up with one of the property’s 100-plus ponies for everything from wrangling lessons to barrel racing. More casual riders should book a leisurely guided trail ride through the rolling hills of the grapevine-covered countryside with Vino Vaqueros. Stop in for a Drink: At the spunky Casa Dumetz tasting room, winemaker Sonja Magdevski pours small-batch Rhône varietals made with local grapes. Next door at Babi’s Beer Emporium, also run by Sonja, hopheads knock back SoCal brews while snacking on steamed bao buns and duck egg rolls. Rest Up Roadside: Nomada Hotel Group turned a 1950s motor lodge into Skyview Los Alamos, a retro retreat complete with a heated pool and bright orange Linus bikes for pedaling into town. Sister property Hotel Ynez embraces indoor-outdoor living with communal firepits and hammocks on every room’s patio. Added bonus: Both properties are pet-friendly! PLAN YOUR VISIT For our complete guide to Los Alamos, California, visit countryliving.com/losalamos.

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Creature Comforts A Feel Guide to Birds

The full-bodied song of an unassuming sprite reconnects ornithologist Dr. J. Drew Lanham with the true magic of birding.

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W e bird-watchers are most certainly an odd breed. From the backyard observers who know the habits of the chickadee better than their spouses’ to the wilderness wanderers who risk life and limb chasing the elusive raptor, our obsession can be a trip into the feather-light fantastic. As a professional ornithologist and recreational birder, the craving for the company of wild birds is one I know well. And while my life has long been avian-rich, every so often a moment comes along that reignites my passion, revealing birds not just as a hobby or a job, but as always-necessary inspiration for living fully in the moment.

Finally feeling freer to roam post-quarantine, I revisited the Jocassee Gorges, a 50,000-acre wild patch located in my home state of South Carolina. An Eden of trout-cold creeks tumbling through narrow rhododendron-dense coves, where laurelcloaked slopes ascend to pine-stubbled hogback ridges, these remote forests are a refuge for the birds I love—and also for me. That day, I was exploring the area with a documentary film crew. As we hiked, the woods blushed in a kaleidoscope of warblers, a favorite species of mine. There were magnificent American redstarts and beautiful black-throated greens and ceruleans. But it was a nondescript sprite, a little brown bird called the “worm-eating warbler,” that finally captured my attention. Difficult to see on the shrubby hillsides they inhabit, the first clue to a wormy’s presence is its staccato trill. Registering somewhere between a ringing jingle bell and a rattlesnake buzz, the wormy’s call is admittedly not music to most human ears, but it’s magic to mine.  We continued through the Gorges, and birdsong fell like rain around us. I dutifully identified each call for the group, but stopped suddenly in my tracks as the morning’s chorus whittled down to that staccato solo. There! A worm-eating warbler perched in a perfect shaft of sunlight slanting into the dimly lit woods, throwing every bit of its tiny body into serenade. Though I’ve cataloged hundreds of wormies through the years, I fell hard under the little creature’s spell. Transfixed, I watched the bird quake beak to tail. Every bit of its finger-size frame vibrated as if in celebration of its own being. When the warbler finally settled onto a branch a few yards away, I dropped to my knees, completely losing track of both the crew and how long I stopped everything to listen. The moment had nothing to do with logging a rarity, working my way down a lengthy “to see” list, or any of the other humdrum of traditional birding. Instead, it was the most personal form of winged worship—and an important reminder that birds are more than just animals to watch; they are creatures to adore and absorb. And as I soaked up all the little brown bird goodness I could, a joyful tear found my smile.

—Dr. J. Drew Lanham is the author of The Home Place: Memoirs of a Colored Man’s Love Affair with Nature. He lives in Seneca, South Carolina.

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COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 69 September 2022 Stitch It Yourself! Our monthly cross-stitch patterns, dreamed up by Digital Director Katie Bowlby, are available to download at country living.com/cross-stitch.GREIN“BLACKTHORN”WALLPAPER:ALLSOPP;ALISONBYSTYLINGLUIGART-STAYNER;BECKYBYPHOTOGRAPHEN; MORRISANDCO.SANDERSONDESIGNGROUP.COM.

Built new with old wood, Kay Stanley’s house was inspired by the charming Joe Webb built log cabins prevalent in the Highlands, North Carolina, area. It’s situated on five lush acres overlooking Nantahala National Forest’s scenic Horse Cove. written by RHONDA REINHART photographs by BRIE WILLIAMS styling by MATTHEW GLEASON

Salvaged materials and antiques aplenty help this newly built North Carolina mountain house feel like it’s been sitting pretty for centuries.

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Now Kay is delighted to share the dreamy setting with guests who happily join her and her dog, Boo, on the back porch. The cocktail of choice? Old-fashioneds, of course. WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Between 1836 and 1844, McKenney & Hall published a collection oflithographshand-coloredof Native American chief and portraits.warrior

when Kay Stanley is behind the wheel, she will brake for antiques. “If I see a sign for an antiques store, I pull right over!” says the avid treasure hunter and lifestyle brand founder (spartina449.com). So when Kay set out to create a retreat in Highlands, North Carolina, she naturally filled it with timeworn finds—but she didn’t stop there.

The real deals range from several hundred to several thousand dollars, depending on framing, but nice prints can be found for less. meet the dog! Mini eyesalwaysdoodleSheepa-Boohashisopenfordeer.

Because the 1880 house that originally sat on Kay’s five acres couldn’t be saved, she wanted to pay homage to the old homestead and other historic structures in the area the best way she could—by building the property almost entirely from wood that had been salvaged from an old mill and several barns. “The goal was to bring back to life the way the property could have looked in 1880,” she says. “We wanted to embrace the feel of this quaint historic mountain town.” The “we” in this scenario includes architect Stan Dixon (dsdixonarchitect.com), builder Craig Carver (carvergroupinc.com), and decorator Carole Weaks (cweaksint.com). While Stan studied the architecture of the region’s century-old log cabins and Craig searched for rustic reclaimed wood for the inside and out, Carole helped Kay find modern textiles and new upholstered furnishings that would pair perfectly with her eclectic mix of antiques.

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To make the house feel like it’s been around since the 1800s and evolved over time, architect Stan Dixon designed the living room as if there had once been a second floor that was removed, leaving only the wood beams crossing the ceiling. Those reclaimed beams came from an 1800s Massachusetts mill and the log skins were salvaged from old barns in the Midwest, while North Carolina stone on the fireplace gives a nod to the home’s location. The palette for the new sofa, chairs, and draperies in the room was inspired by the antique rug Kay found to upholster the ottoman.

FAR LEFT: Under the stairs, the handmade folk art-inspired desk was crafted by Kay’s builder based on a sketch she drew, as well as a photo of a similar desk that has been in her family for more than 100 years.

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INSTANT AGE FACTORY LIGHTING Reclaimed wood graces the floor, ceiling, and center of the kitchen, which features a custom island crafted from antique white oak that is paired with rustic, wovenback counter stools (lalune collection.com). The vintage touches continue with the 1950s industrial pendants that came out of an old factory (rejuvenation .com). Kay installed the pot rack behind the sink for easy access to cast-iron skillets and other kitchen accessories. The shelves and island hold antique finds such as stoneware, breadboards, whiskey jugs, and a collection of Native American baskets.

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“I anted the ouse to ook mperfect romthe eginning.That as the charm.” WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? During the Victorian period when safe drinking water was not readily available, glazedwaterstonewarefilters (which were filled with charcoal for water to pass through) were a desirable item for English households. Most fall in the $300 to $600 range, but those with elaborate decoration can top $1,000. —KAY STANLEYHERECREDITXXXXXXXXXX

WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? English heritage pottery houses like Wedgwood and Spode mass-producingbegan transferware (so named for its process of transferring an original coppercarved pattern onto the pottery by way of paper) in the late 18th century as an tocommonPricespaintedalternativeeconomicaltohand-dinnerware.rangefromlessthan$10apieceforpatternssuchasBlueWillowandup$500formuchrareryellowandpinkstyles.

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WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? With motifs such as windmills and roosters, intricately carved speculaas molds are used to make the Dutch Christmasspicedcookie of the same name (similar to the springerle).GermanMoldsfromthelate1900scanbefoundfor$25to$50,butearlierexamplesfromthe1800sbringvaluesinthehundreds.

ABOVE RIGHT: The kitchen’s rustic cabinets were fabricated with wood reclaimed from an 1800s mill and accented with period-style cast-iron pulls (houseofantiquehardware.com). ABOVE AND RIGHT: Kay designed her entire pantry around an antique butcher block. The sconce is an old gas lantern and the unique plate rack is a vintage piece from England.

The vintage oil painting resting above inspired the palette for the rest of the sun-filled space, which includes a circa-1900 Turkish rug and an antique Swedish trestle table surrounded by a collection of reupholstered chairs (holland macrae.com). The hanging lanterns might look salvaged, but they’re actually newly made (visualcomfort.com). Kay kept them casual by forgoing glass inserts and leaving the sides open.

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The dining room’s carved mantel was made based on an antique version Kay happened upon and adored. “I’d never seen anything like it,” she says, “but it was too small and not up to today’s code.”

INSTANT AGE QUIRKY COLLECTIONS No breed was off-limits for canine lover Kay when amassing her collection of vintage dog paintings and etchings. To make the collection complete, she scouted antiques stores near and far for the hand-carved tramp art frames that encase each one. Inspired by smaller 1800s versions, Kay’s king-size tulip bed was custom-made from ‘Tiger Eye’ maple.

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—KAY STANLEY

TOP: Builder Craig Carver crafted the powder room’s sink from an old metal trough. The sunburst sconces (mcleanlighting.com) are by a North Carolina-based maker.

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ABOVE: Vintage hand-painted game boards add a playful element to the bedroom. Before Kay rescued the antique bench, it had sat on a porch, weathering in the outdoors. “It’s a little rough,” she says. “Maybe that’s why no one else wanted it!”

INSTANT AGE SEASONED SEATING A welcoming setting of antique Adirondack-style twig furniture on the covered porch fits perfectly with the reclaimed wood on the home’s exterior. The traditional hanging lantern (bevolo.com), however, is brand-new. “We chose modern conveniences that look appropriate for a log cabin,” says Kay. ✶ ✶ ✶✶ ✶

A New York designer gives his 1895 Victorian a spirited twist on country classics with punchy patterns and whimsical winks rooted in Americana. written by KELLY RYAN KEGANS photographs by MARK ROSKAMS styling by RAINA KATTELSON

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Homeowner Erick Espinoza’s guests are greeted by a playful pairing of a folk art windmill whirligig with a wood-turned spinning wheel armchair accented with sewing bobbins. “It’s a great silhouette right when you walk in the door,” he says of the chair. Erick also channeled his love of maritime finds. Take, for example, the collection of red-and-white wood sounding gauges, which were used by sailors in the early 20th century. WITH THE BOLD STATEMENTFURNITURE

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if homes embraced punctuation, designer Erick Espinoza’s would be peppered with exclamation points—and, perhaps, the occasional question mark. Take, for example, the over-the-top ottoman he designed that graces the living room. Outfitted in a circus-like pattern, it is hardly the expected choice. “I wanted people to question it, to say, ‘What the heck is that?’ ” he says. “It recalls folk art, which can be a little wacky and fun and weird.” Such is the case for many pieces in Erick’s house, where nothing is too serious yet is nevertheless rooted in classic architecture and homages to Americana pieced together as skillfully as the colorfully patterned quilts that he also happens to collect. As creative director for the design firm Anthony Baratta (anthonybaratta .com), Erick had been living in New York City when, at the start of the pandemic, he and his partner, Justin Byous, decided to fulfill their dream of moving out to the country. They lucked into finding a 1895 Victorian in Danbury, Connecticut, that was uncharacteristically devoid of the fussy details indicative of most houses from that era. Inside, however, the house was “in really bad shape,” Erick says. Dark painted walls and dingy carpet made the rooms seem weighted down and sad. Still, Erick’s creative approach to design—lively pattern, bold color, playfully reinvented antiques—was the perfect antidote to sad. “I wanted it to be elegant and relaxed but also to make a statement,” says Erick, who successfully gave the sleepy and neglected home a wildly personal wake-up call full of “bright, vibrant twists to a celebration of American style.” The end result is a one-of-akind home that exudes joy and enthusiasm—and there’s no question about that.

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WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? An authentic ship’s wheel (aka a helm) typically has at least eight spokes with a brass plate engraved(sometimeswiththeship’sname)atthehubwheretheymeet.Erickboughthisforabout$300atanauction,buttheycanretailforupto$5,000.

ABOVE: “I simply loved the architecture of this house,” says Erick Espinoza (left) with his partner, Justin Byous, and their rescue pup, Quinn. if homes embraced

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In the living room (left), a shapely Victorian sofa suits the 1895 home’s architecture, but it gets an eye-catching update with a fabric that recalls quilt patterns. The mahogany secretary in the den is paired with a 1930s Kem Weber barber chair covered in a Royal Stewart tartan. “Plaids and tartans have a magical quality of pulling all the colors in a room together,” says Erick. IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Ohio-based pottery Robinson Ransbottom began crafting their salt glaze crocks and spongeware around 1900 and at one time were the largest producer of stoneware jars in the U.S. Look for their cobalt blue crown logo to identify, and expect to pay between $30 and $350 depending on age and size.

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The breakfast room’s vibrant vinyl mat (spicherandco.com) ties together the room’s assorted Americana pieces, including the iron-and-gilt candelabra chandelier, Shaker-style dining chairs, and horse weathervane hanging on the wall. Erick positioned his glass-fronted cabinet, filled with copper lusterware, kitty-corner in the small square room to resemble a built-in corner hutch. “It was a dead corner, and now this helps with the flow,” he says. renadier Pond Benjamin Moore hand-forged iron, multipronged ice fishing spears date to the 19th and early 20th less than $200. branded with a blacksmith’s mark

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The kitchen’s 1920s or ’30s cast-iron sink came with the house, setting a distinctly country tone for tramp art, folk art, and a rare brown and white stitched quilt. A model pond yacht is a nod to nearby waters.

“folk art is a continuous thread throughout the house. i love it because it can be a little wacky and fun and weird.”

art is a continuous thread i it it be a little wacky and fun and —ERICK ESPINOZA WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Dating from the early 20th century, cast-irondoorstopsdog depicted favored breeds such as Boston terriers, pointers, and Scotties. Quality examples usually fetch between $100 and $1,000, but those from well-known maker Hubley can go for three times that.

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Erick’s unabashed adoration of pattern mixing is especially evident in the primary (left) and guest (opposite) bedrooms. Both spaces boast a blend of classic country patterns (ticking stripes, plaids, quilt motifs) alongside graphic wallcoverings of an archival Diamond Baratta Collection fabric and a stencilinspired printed wallpaper (waterhousewallhangings .com). “You hear bedrooms should be soft and subdued, but I was like, ‘Yeah, no, I don’t want that,’ ” Erick says. “I wanted every space to be special and unique and enveloping.”

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Featuring a jovial jumble of color, pattern, new finds, and antiques, this 200-year-old-farmhouse is a testament to the joy of the mix.

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Enter: A jovial jumble of patterns (tartan plaid, floral, toile) and textures (linen, F Setting Plaster Farrow and Ball

90 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 or some, “hodgepodge” may not be the first word that comes to mind when describing their desired design aesthetic. (Fun fact: The term is derived from “hotchpotch,” a type of stew.) But when a former client reached out to Washington, D.C.-based designer Cameron Ruppert (cameronruppertinteriors.com) to say she had purchased a 1780s farmhouse during the pandemic, “hodgepodge” was precisely the vision. After all, the 18-acre property had already seen 200-plus years of love and layering; it was just time to stir in a few new ingredients. Set on picturesque land in Maryland, the property, a former wedding venue, had ample historic charm (Seneca sandstone walls! heart-pine floors!), but it was lacking the warmth and color that the client craved.

Reminiscent of farms in the English countryside, the 18 acre property includes a dirt path driveway and structures built from Seneca sandstone.

WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH? Featuring an egg-and-dart border with rosettes in the corners, this circa-1750 mercury glass giltwood George II mirror is in the manner of William Kent, an English architect, painter, and furniture designer. Similar styles can thousands.command

While it all works wonderfully together, Cameron insists there’s no secret recipe, other than perhaps a dash of confidence. “What makes this house so special is how it makes you feel, rather than the specifics of each item,” she says. “Sometimes there’s not a science to design—it’s just a matter of saying, ‘This works because I love it.’ ” In the foyer, a neutral wallcovering (“Toile Des Lapins” in Mushroom; nicholasherbert.com) provides a breather to the more color-rich rooms without sacrificing personality. meet the cat! American shorthair Daisy is a excellentbutterflysocialandmouser.

LIVING ROOM W H AT ’ S NEW Cameron’s client loved the idea of plaster pink walls and trim. An artful mix of upholstered furniture—plaid on one sofa (“Galloway Plaid;” cowtan.com), brown velvet on another, and a hunter green leather ottoman— helps to temper the sweetness. “It’s all about balancing the saturation of the colors,” says Cameron. “Every color can’t be equal in its intensity.” leather, velvet, embroidery) that exudes a casual, come-what-may friendliness in keeping with the lasting, tinkered-over-time interiors you’d encounter in the English countryside. Cameron also infused the home with color—pinks, yellows, greens, blues— using varying intensities and muddy undertones to keep it all balanced. And then, of course, there are the antiques, which help to ground the home’s more whimsical elements. (There was also the added benefit that antiques aren’t subject to frustrating fulfillment delays!)

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W H AT ’ S OLD Tucked into a corner, the grandfather clock fittingly belonged to the homeowner’s very own great-great-grandfather, who ran a dairy company and received it as a gift from the Ice Cream Association of Ohio. An 18th-century gilt mirror (more detail at left) and assorted antique wood tables (including a drop leaf game table, not shown) lend gravitas to the space.

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A fresh coat of green paint on the brown wood cabinets “reinvigorated the room without disrespecting it,” says Cameron. The previous cartlike island wasn’t very functional, so they opted for a bigger custom piece but kept its features on the minimal side with slab-style drawers and bail pull hardware. The new pair of pendants (urbanelectric.com) feels as if they’ve been hanging forever.

92 COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 W H AT ’ S OLD The cabinetry, countertops, and backsplash were already in place, as were the highly scuffed hardwoods. “The floors are in terrible shape, but the homeowner kind of loved that,” says Cameron. After debating a new tile backsplash, they reconsidered. “Nothing we could replace it with would have done justice to the space, and the 4- by 4-inch size feels appropriately old.” KITCHEN

Inchyra Blue Farrow and Ball With custom pegs, this entry’s hardworking wall serves as a makeshift mudroom.

COUNTRYLIVING.COM / SEPTEMBER 2022 93 “We wanted the house to evoke a feeling of nostalgia and comfort. Antiques—chests with rickety drawers, tables that are a bit wobbly—reinforce that casual imperfection. Reproductions just don’t give you that.” —DESIGNER CAMERON RUPPERT Peale Green BenjaminMoore

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The Windsor dining chairs may look antique but are, in fact, on the newer side. “There was a lot of blockiness happening in this room, with the countertop, table, piano, and lantern-style light fixture (urbanelectric.com),” notes Cameron. “The curves of the Windsors nicely offset these rectangular elements.” Cafe curtains in an embroidered bee motif fabric (chelseatextiles .com) add a touch of whimsy. Sunny yellow paint transformed a drab brown pantry. “I like to go bolder with color in small spaces,” says Cameron. Sunberry Yellow Farrow and Ball

The antique dining table proved the perfect size for the space. “Whenever I need more petite pieces of furniture, I always go to antiques—back in the day, houses were smaller, ceilings were lower, and furniture was designed to that scale,” says Cameron. Visitors of all ages love tickling the ivories on the antique piano. (Bernese mountain dog Pippin is happy to listen when he’s not sunbathing in the vegetable garden.)

THE STUDY W H AT ’ S NEW

ThisSwedish19th-centurypine trestle table features a thick longitudinal stretcher and boarded top. Similar styles from the Gustavian can(1772-1809)eracommandupto$10,000.

W H AT ’ S OLD Cameron found the antique trestle table-turned-desk (more detail below) from Laurin Copen Antiques (laurincopenantiques.com), an antiques treasure trove in Bridgehampton, New York. The antique wooden chairs are a Round Top, Texas, find; Cameron added the fabric seat cushions for another pop of pattern.

WHAT IS IT? WHAT IS IT WORTH?

The chairs flanking the freestanding cast iron stove feature an Ian Sanderson fabric. Painted pink floors add an unexpected touch.

The homeowner loves all things needlepoint, a passion that can sometimes be at odds with cat ownership. Still, for a decorative touch of stitching, she and Cameron enlisted London company Hunt and Hope (huntandhope .com) to create custom strawberry vine panels for the blue-painted bookcase (Stone Blue by Farrow and Ball).

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2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. On a floured work surface, roll puff pastry dough into a 14- by 14-inch square. Cut into 9 squares. Spoon apple filling (about 1 heaping tablespoon) in the center of each square. Brush edges with egg wash. Fold squares over filling to form triangles, then press edges together with the tines of a fork; make small slits in the top of each with a sharp knife. Brush tops with egg wash and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Transfer to prepared baking sheet and chill 15 minutes.

3. Bake 15 minutes, then reduce oven to 350°F. Bake until turnovers are puffed and golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.

WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 50 minutes MAKES 6 to 8 servings This hot cocktail gets its name from an old nickname for Woodchucks—whereVermonters—theyreally take their apples seriously. If you don’t have an Instant Pot or electric pressure cooker, the cider can also be made in a 6-quart slow cooker set to high for 4 to 4 1/2 hours or on low for 8 to 9 hours. 6large or 8 medium apples, chopped, plus slices for 3cinnamon1lemon,garnishhalvedsticks, plus more for 1teaspoongarnishwhole cloves 2star anise, plus more for 1(2garnish 1/2 inch) piece fresh ginger, sliced 1/4 to 1/2 cup pure maple syrup 1 1/2 cups apple brandy (such as Laird’s) or bourbon 1. Place apples, lemon, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and ginger in an Instant Pot or other electric pressure cooker. Add just enough water to cover apples (about 4 1/2 cups). Close and set to cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Turn off and allow to depressurize naturally for 15 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.

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3. Add apple brandy or bourbon to mugs, dividing evenly. Top with hot cider and garnish with apple slices, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.

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4. Combine granulated sugar, salt, and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat until an instant-read or candy thermometer reaches 350°F (do not stir, but gently swirl pan if edges become dark) and mixture turns a golden brown, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat and carefully stir in butter and cream (mixture will bubble up). Drizzle over turnovers. Turnovers Apple TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 55 minutes MAKES 9 turnovers 2cups diced apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp (about 2 medium apples) 1tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1large egg All-purpose flour, for work surface 1(14-ounce) package all-butter puff pastry (such as Dufour Classic), defrosted Turbinado sugar, for sprinkling

Woodchuck Warmer Apple Cider

2. Strain contents through a fine mesh strainer, pressing out all liquid. Stir in maple syrup to taste.

Caramel

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1cup granulated sugar 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 4tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1/3 cup heavy cream, at room temperature 1. Combine apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Beat egg with 1 tablespoon water in a bowl.

Foolproof Pizza Dough WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 1 hour 40 minutes MAKES 1 pound dough 4teaspoons olive oil, plus more for 2cupsbowlall-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface 2teaspoons sugar 2teaspoons kosher salt 1teaspoon dry active yeast 1/3 cup warm water (between 110°F and 115°F)

There are more than 2,500 varieties of apples grown in the U.S., and when they show up at the farmers’ market, you know it’s fall! To pick the best of the bushel, look for fruit that has a pleasant, sweet aroma and is firm and bruise-free. If picking from a tree, start at the outside. Fruit on outer branches gets more sun, so it ripens first.

WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 25 minutes (not including making dough) MAKES 4 to 6 servings 1/3 cup 1tablespoonmayonnaiseolive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper All-purpose flour, for work surface 1recipe Foolproof Pizza Dough (recipe at right), or 1 pound store bought dough 1/2 large or 1 small apple, cored and thinly sliced 1stalk celery, thinly sliced, plus leaves for garnish 1/3 cup toasted walnut halves 1/2 cup halved red grapes (from one small bunch) 4ounces Gruyère, grated (about 1 cup)

1. Lightly oil a bowl. Place flour, sugar, salt, and yeast in a food processor fitted with the plastic blade; pulse to combine, 3 to 4 times. Add oil and water and process until a ball of dough forms, about 15 to 30 seconds.

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Waldorf Salad Flatbread

2. On a floured work surface, roll dough to a 12-inch circle; transfer to a baking sheet. Top with mayonnaise mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border all around. Top with apple, celery, walnuts, grapes, and Gruyère. 3. Bake until cheese is melted and bubbling and crust is crispy, 10 to 15 minutes. Garnish with celery leaves.

2. Transfer to a floured work Squash Ribbons with Sunflower Seeds, Feta, and Thyme

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1. Whisk together oil and vinegar in a bowl. Season with salt and black pepper. Using a Y-shaped peeler or mandolin, thinly slice squash and zucchini into ribbons, stopping when you reach the seeds. Add ribbons, thyme, Feta, sunflower seeds, and red pepper flakes to dressing, and toss to combine. Serve immediately. surface and knead until a smooth and slightly elastic ball forms, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to prepared bowl and cover with a dish towel. Let sit until doubled in size, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

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WORKING TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 15 minutes MAKES 4 servings 2tablespoons olive oil 4teaspoons champagne vinegar Kosher salt and freshly ground black 1mediumpepper yellow squash 1medium 1teaspoonzucchinichopped fresh 2ouncesthyme Feta, crumbled (about 1/2 cup) 1/4 cup roasted salted sunflower seeds 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes

1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Combine mayonnaise and oil in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.

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WORKING TIME 15 minutes TOTAL TIME 8 hours 15 minutes MAKES 8 to 10 servings Cooking2mediumsprayonions, chopped 3cloves garlic, chopped 1chipotle in adobo sauce, chopped, plus 3 tablespoons adobo sauce

1/2 shallot, roughly chopped 1small clove garlic 1/2 to 1 jalapeño, chopped 3tablespoons fresh lime juice

Slow Cooker Beef Tacos

Cilantro SunflowerandSeed

1teaspoonseasoningcumin seeds, crushed Warm corn tortillas, for serving Shredded Cheddar, shredded romaine, guacamole, sliced fresh jalapeños, pickled jalapeños, lime wedges, sour cream, chopped tomatoes, and chopped fresh cilantro, for topping 1. Lightly grease a 6-quart slow cooker. Add onions and garlic. 2. Stir together chipotle pepper and adobo sauce in a bowl. Season beef with steak seasoning and cumin, then rub with adobo mixture. Place on top of onions and garlic. Add 1/4 cup water to slow cooker. 3. Cover and cook on low until beef is very tender, 7 to 9 hours. Transfer beef to a cutting board and shred with two forks. Return to slow cooker and stir to combine. Serve with tortillas and desired toppings.

The Sunflower

WORKING TIME 5 minutes TOTAL TIME 5 minutes MAKES 1 serving 1ounce fresh lemon juice, plus lemon twist, for garnish 1ounce gin 1ounce elderflower liqueur 1ounce Cointreau 1/8 teaspoon absinthe Sunflower petals, for garnish 1. Combine lemon juice, gin, elderflower liqueur, Cointreau, and absinthe in a cocktail shaker. Top with ice and shake until very cold, about 20 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass. Serve garnished with lemon twist and sunflower petals.

2tablespoonsbrisket Montreal steak

1teaspoon finely grated orange zest 1/2 cup olive oil Kosher salt and freshly ground black Crackers,pepperfor serving 1. Place cilantro, sunflower seeds, shallot, garlic, and jalapeño in a food processor. Process until finely chopped, about 15 seconds. Add lime juice and orange zest and pulse to combine, 3 to 4 times. With the machine running slowly, add oil. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with crackers.

KNOW-HOW e Secret to a Shaken Cocktail Shake vigorously for one round of “Happy Birthday.” Doing this causes the ice to crash together; some of it will break off and melt, helping to dilute the drink (thus taming the alcohol taste). Plus, the tiny ice particles add texture.

1(3- to 3 1/2-pound) beef

Dip WORKING TIME 10 minutes TOTAL TIME 10 minutes MAKES 8 to 10 servings 2bunches cilantro, roughly chopped (about 4 cups) 1/3 cup salted roasted sunflower seeds

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 2(15.5-ounce) cans black beans, 1(4rinsedounce) can diced green chiles

1. Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add scallion whites and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, 2 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, just until mushrooms are softened, 6 to 8 minutes. Add chili powder and smoked paprika. Cook, stirring occasionally, until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. 2. Add black beans and green chiles. Cook, stirring occasionally, until simmering, 3 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with scallion greens.

Garlic It takes eight to nine months for garlic to mature, so now is the time to plant for a summer harvest. A few days before you plan to plant, break a head of garlic into cloves, leaving the papery skin intact. Plant the cloves, root sides down, two inches deep and about six inches apart. Water lightly then mulch with 4 to 6 inches of hay.

Zebra Semifreddo

WORKING TIME 15 minutes

TOTAL TIME 15 minutes MAKES 2 1/2 cups 2(14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, drained 1/4 cup chopped white onion 1jalapeño, seeded and chopped 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 3tablespoons fresh lime juice 1tablespoon pure honey Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Tortilla chips, for serving 1. Place tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and honey in a blender. Puree just until smooth, 15 to 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with tortilla chips. Refrigerate, covered, up to 1 week.

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WORKING TIME 20 minutes TOTAL TIME 8 hours 20 minutes MAKES 8 servings

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2tablespoons confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1cup heavy cream plus 5 tablespoons, divided 12mini ice cream sandwiches 1cup semisweet chocolate chips 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1. Beat confectioners’ sugar, vanilla, and 1 cup cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed until soft peaks form, 1 to 2 minutes. 2. Line a 9- by 5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a 4-inch

Restaurant-Style Salsa

Dressed Up Black Beans

WORKING TIME 20 minutes

TOTAL TIME 20 minutes MAKES 8 servings 1tablespoon vegetable oil 1bunch scallions, chopped, white and green parts Kosherseparatedsaltandfreshly ground black 2clovespeppergarlic, chopped 1(8 ounce) package sliced fresh 1teaspoonmushroomschilipowder

1. Make the dough: Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add butter, tossing to coat. Cut in butter with two forks or a pastry blender until butter is the size of almonds. Add water, one tablespoon at a time, using a fork to pull dough together into a crumbly pile. (Add an additional tablespoon of water, if needed.) Transfer dough to a large piece of plastic wrap. Use the plastic to flatten and press dough into a disk. Chill at least 2 hours or up to overnight.

WORKING TIME 25 minutes TOTAL TIME 3 hours 45 minutes MAKES 8 servings Turbinado sugar on the crust and plum preserves on the filling add extra sparkle to this galette. For the crust: 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for work surface 1teaspoon granulated sugar 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces 1/4 cup ice water For the filling: 1/3 cup granulated sugar 4 1/2 teaspoons all purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Pinch kosher salt 1pound plums, pitted and sliced 1/4-inch thick 1teaspoon pure vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 1large egg, lightly beaten 1tablespoon turbinado sugar 2tablespoons plum preserves, Vanillameltedicecream, for serving

Ask a Country Cook Country Living’s Food & Crafts Director, Charlyne Mattox, addresses your cooking quandaries. Q. Now that it’s not so hot, I’m doing more cooking. Are fresh herbs always better than dried? -D. Carry, Phoenix, AZ A. As a general rule, you can use fresh or dried hardy herbs—those that stand up to heat well— such as oregano, thyme, and rosemary in cooked dishes, but the amount used varies (dried are more economical and a little goes a long way). Delicate herbs, like basil, parsley, tarragon, and chives, lose their flavor when dried and should only be used fresh. Add them once the dish is removed from the heat.

4. Remove ice-cream cake from freezer and lift onto serving plate; discard plastic. Drizzle chocolate sauce over top. Slice with a serrated knife.

Spiced Plum Galette

2. Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. On a lightly floured work surface, roll dough out to a 13-inch circle. Transfer to prepared baking sheet. Chill while preparing filling.

3. Make the filling: Whisk together granulated sugar, flour, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl. Add plums, vanilla, and lemon zest, and toss to combine. Arrange plums in a single layer in the center of the dough, leaving a 2-inch border all around. Spoon any juices from bowl over fruit. Fold edges of dough around the filling, overlapping and pressing gently to seal. Brush crust with egg and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. 4. Bake until crust is golden brown and filling is thickened and bubbly, 45 to 50 minutes. While still hot, brush fruit with preserves. Carefully slide parchment paper and galette to a wire rack, and let cool at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with vanilla ice cream. overhang on all sides. Spread 1/2 cup whipped cream on bottom of prepared pan, and top with 4 ice-cream sandwiches. Repeat two more times, ending with a layer of whipped cream. Freeze at least 8 hours and up to 2 days.

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3. Melt chocolate chips, cinnamon, and remaining 5 tablespoons cream in a microwave-safe bowl on HIGH, stopping to stir halfway through, just until melted and smooth, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Cool slightly.

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Picnics & Parties PAGES 47 and 49 New York Stoneware plates; westontable.com. Lobmeyr “Patrician” water glasses; marchsf.com. “Liliana” flatware; bluepheasant.com. “Gold Twist” pitcher; housesandparties .com. Gingham napkin; thesixbells .com. Serving tray; jaysonhome.com. PAGE 48 “Cassia” serving bowl and “Valetta” plates; sohohome.com. Amber glass candlestick; ci-daughters .com. PAGE 50 “Rochester Rambagh” fabric; lisafinetextiles.com. Cocktail shaker; sohohome.com. “Sun Round” woven tray; myto.com.co. “Marigold” coaster; jaysonhome.com. Embroidered napkin; maisonmargauxltd.com. Aged to Perfection PAGE 73 Blanket; annieselke.com. PAGES 78-79 Blankets; garnethill.com. Bold Fashioned PAGE 82 Tray; hammertown.com. Everyday Heirlooms PAGE 108 Have a sentimental item you’d like to share? Send your story, along with a snapshot of the item, to country living@hearst.com for consideration.

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OUR GRAMMY, JACKIE JAFFE, had impeccable taste and filled her suburban Chicago home with antiques from her travels. She collected everything from Bakelite jewelry to china and flatware to tortoiseshell trinkets, and she displayed a collection of the latter on the same living room table for our entire lives. As young children, we’d toddle over to the table, brimming with curiosity. Grammy always used the moment to warmly teach us to appreciate antiques. “Look with your eyes,” she would say lovingly, explaining each piece was a treasure. Grammy, alongside her sister-in-law, Shelley, even turned her love for antiques into a business, making their first sale from the trunk of a car parked outside famed department store Bonwit Teller in Chicago. Eventually, they graduated to selling in the store and all over the city. A few years ago, we discovered their business card tucked inside one of Grammy’s tortoiseshell cases. It, and these assorted knickknacks, serve as a reminder of her vibrant love of antiques that paled only in comparison to her love of family.

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This column is acollaboration withShana Novak ofThe Heirloomist (theheirloomist.com).

A grandmother’s tortoiseshell-patterned trinkets speak to a lifelong pursuit of patina.

Everyday Heirlooms A Knack for Knickknacks

–Jill Landaker Grunes of South Orange, New Jersey, and Carly Linton of Highland Park, Illinois (as told to writer and photographer Shana Novak)

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