The Country Home

by Hill, Simona

• ISBN13: 9780754812418
• ISBN10: 0754812413
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-11-01
• Publisher: Natl Book Network

Summary

When we think of a country home we immediately conjure up images of a comfortable and cosy place in which to live; where lifestyle and old-fashioned charm, rather than fashion, dictate our choice of home decor. The Country Home is a celebration of country living and shows how you can introduce different aspects of it into your life, no matter where you live. Each of the four chapters-country style, country crafts, country gifts and the kitchen-introduce us to a different element of the country home. There are colorful paint effects for walls, floors, fabrics and ceramics, as well as ways in which to introduce country-style motifs that will add decorative details to your home. If you enjoy craft projects, there are instructions to show you how to make a simple patchwork quilt, a wirework window box edging, and a pressed flower notebook. There are plenty of natural gift ideas too, from wreaths and posies to dried and fresh flower arrangements-all making the most of what each season has to offer. Finally, the last chapter introduces us to traditional recipes from the country kitchen. There are indulgent desserts, handmade candies and plenty of recipes that have stood the test of time, from chocolate brownies to scones for afternoon tea, as well as home-made bread. The Country Home gathers together the best of country living, introducing traditional skills, hints, tips and age-old recipes. Lavishly illustrated with beautiful photographs, this delightful book is a celebration of a timeless style. Book jacket.

Author Biography

Simona Hill is a writer and editor. She was Consultant Editor on Decorative Tinware and Decorating Ceramics

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 6
Country Style	p. 8
Plain & Simple Hues	p. 12
Neutral Tones	p. 14
Prints & Weaves	p. 16
Simple Motifs	p. 18
Country Finishes	p. 20
Country Crafts	p. 22
Tactile Textiles	p. 26
Easy Embroidery	p. 28
Tincraft & Wirework	p. 30
Pressed Flowers	p. 32
Country Prints	p. 34
Country Gifts	p. 36
Twigs & Pebbles	p. 40
Welcoming Garlands	p. 42
Pretty Posies	p. 44
Seasonal Icons	p. 46
Decorative Drying	p. 48
The Kitchen	p. 50
Afternoon Tea	p. 54
Breads & Teabreads	p. 56
Old-fashioned Desserts	p. 58
Biscuits & Cookies	p. 60
Sweets & Candies	p. 62
Index	p. 64
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