Cruisin` by Mary Kay Crowley

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COMPLIMENTARY
JUNE/JULY 2013
Cruisin’ by Mary Kay Crowley
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June-July 2013
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Colorado: Jan Keller, 16755 Oak Brush Loop. Peyton, CO 80831, (719) 749-9797, FAX (719)749-9595
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Michigan: Bill & Marlene Howell, 3790 Manistee, Saginaw, MI 48603-3143, (989) 793-4211
Minnesota: Kim and Mickey Keller, 12835 Kiska St. NE, Blaine, MN, 55449, 763-754-1661, Fax 763-862-9939
Missouri: Lenda Williams, P.O. Box 32581, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, Phone/Fax: (405) 470-2597
Montana: Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028, Fax 605-385-003
Nebraska: Barbara Stillman and Lolly Konecky, P.O. Box 84345, Phoenix, AZ 85071, (602) 942-8950
Nevada (Northern): See California
Nevada (Southern): Glena Dunn, 4568 Carol Circle, Las Vegas, NV 89120 (702) 523-1803
New Hampshire: Kathleen Graham, 330 North Rd., Deerfield, NH 03037, (603) 731-1909
New Jersey: Merle & Gail Taylor, P.O. Box 594, New Market, MD 21774, (888) 616-8319, FAX (800) 609-0278
New Mexico: Jan Keller, 16755 Oak Brush Loop. Peyton, CO 80831, (719) 749-9797, FAX (719)749-9595
New York: Dave & Amy Carter, P.O. Box 365, New Market, MD, 21774, (866) 825-9217, FAX (866) 261-9641
North Carolina: Mike and Pat Dempsey, 10213 Fanny Brown Road, Raleigh, NC 27603, 919-661-1760
North Dakota: Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028, Fax 605-385-003
Ohio: Barb Moore, P.O. Box 37, Cable, OH, 43009, (800) 842-2730, FAX (937) 484-8963
Oklahoma: Lenda Williams, P.O. Box 32581, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, Phone/Fax: (405) 470-2597
Oregon: Barbara Stillman and Lolly Konecky, P.O. Box 84345, Phoenix, AZ 85071, (602) 942-8950
Pennsylvania: Dave & Amy Carter, P.O. Box 365, New Market, MD, 21774, (866) 825-9217, FAX (866) 261-9641
Rhode Island: Mike and Pat Dempsey, 10213 Fanny Brown Road, Raleigh, NC 27603, 919-661-1760
South Carolina: Mike and Pat Dempsey, 10213 Fanny Brown Road, Raleigh, NC 27603, 919-661-1760
South Dakota: Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028, Fax 605-385-003
Tennessee: Chris & Kelley Kennedy, 5804 Whiterose Way, New Market, MD 21774 443-243-1118
Texas: Lenda Williams, P.O. Box 32581, Oklahoma City, OK 73123, Phone/Fax: (405) 470-2597
Utah: Daniel & Stacy Tueller, 153 S. 2030 W., Provo UT 84601, (801) 592-8498
Vermont: Chris & Kelley Kennedy, 5804 Whiterose Way, New Market, MD 21774 443-243-1118
Virginia: Dave & Amy Carter, P.O. Box 365, New Market, MD, 21774, (866) 825-9217
Washington, E. OR, S. ID: Barbara Stillman & Lolly Konecky, P.O. Box 84345, Phoenix, AZ 85071, (602) 942-8950
West Virginia: Dave & Amy Carter, P.O. Box 365, New Market, MD, 21774, (866) 825-9217
Wisconsin: Scott & Jennifer Hughes, P. O. Box 276, Altoona, WI, 54720, 715-838-9426
Wyoming: Dee Sleep, 10563 Chicken Creek Road, Spearfish, SD 57783, 605-722-7028, Fax 605-385-003
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As a child, Mary Kay Crowley loved to
sketch the world around her. From an early
age, she was also fascinated with interior
decor and landscapes. Although her degree is
nursing (BSN), she realized 30 years ago that
life is just better with art, and thus began her
professional career in art. Over the years,
Mary Kay's artworks have made their way into
homes, offices and galleries through a variety
of mediums including pen and ink renderings, licensed images and designs, custom
originals, paintings and prints. For the past
several years, Mary Kay has primarily focused
on painting in acrylic and oil. She is always
expanding her techniques and artistic vocabulary through her travels, research, attending workshops from prominent
local artists and visiting galleries and museums.
For more information and to view more of Mary Kay’s art, check out
her website at: www.marykaycrowley.com
From The Publisher
Welcome summer, and all the things that come with this time of the
year; schools out, graduations, weddings, vacation time, gardening, enjoying the outdoors, summer sales and events. So how is your schedule
going? I can’t seem to find the time to work everything in that I want to
do this summer.
I had a friend visiting with me and we did Piecemaker’s Junk in the
Trunk Show in Costa Mesa, attended the Flea Market at Jamestown, sponsored by Whimzy in Tustin, and the Artisan Marketplace in Laguna Niguel.
What a good time we had. My friend Anne bought a place in Prescott,
Arizona and is decorating it with vintage furnishings. She bought an
incredible chair that I decided will be the one I will sit in when visiting
her. I want to encourage all our readers to use The Country Register as
a guide to some great finds in our advertising stores and at the many
events advertised.
Repurposing is the “buzz word” these days. We can all use something
old by “repurposing” it for a different use other than it was first intended.
The other day I saw a great ides for an old desk with a drop down table
that was made into a place to store spices and painted a blue-green color.
Young people starting their own homes are looking to repurposing furniture by painting them with the many new paints that are available today.
Why not pick an accent color and paint an old piece of furniture to perk
up your decorating?
We are starting a new column with this issue; featuring artists with a
unique talent in different art forms. In this issue we are featuring Glenna
Kipp who is a master in the ancient art of Japanese Thread Balls. If you
would like to be featured, contact us and let us know what your expertise is and we will be happy to consider a featured story about you.
Next issue will be our 20th Anniversary Issue. If you would like to
share a story with us about your experience as an advertiser or a reader,
please send it to us.
Happy travels to all the vacationers. We welcome out of town people
to our readership this time of the year. We receive many nice comments
from travelers when they discover The Country Register® is published in
45 states in the US and in 5 Provinces of Canada.
Be sure to check us out on the web at www.countryregister.com/ca
Betty
June-July 2013
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chip cookie dough
1 pint strawberry ice cream
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Heat oven to 375˚. Coat 9 inch glass pie plate with nonstick vegetable-oil
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RERERER
A Cup of Tea with Lydia
“Celebrate Your Nationali-TEA!”
by Lydia E. Harris
What’s your ethnic background? Does your name
reveal your ancestry?
With a last name of Harris, it’s not surprising my
husband is half English and Scots-Irish. But he’s also half Czech. So if I
hosted a tea party to reflect my husband’s ancestors, I could use English,
Scots-Irish, or Czech foods and customs to honor his background.
What’s your nationali-TEA?
If you highlighted your heritage at a tea party, what foods and customs could you include? Would you plan an all-American party? Or does
your heritage contain another ethnic background or a mixture of cultures?
Since my maiden name is Siemens, I could plan a German menu for
my nationali-TEA. And because my parents were Mennonites, I could
incorporate traditional Mennonite foods.
What’s to eat?
Once you decide which aspect of your heritage to showcase, select
favorite foods. Perhaps you’re French and would enjoy quiche, crepes, or
mousse. Or if Scandinavian, a smorgasbord that includes sweet bread
with cardamom might suit you.
Your guest list may also influence your menu. If I invite my siblings,
I’m more likely to serve German-Mennonite foods. I might even break
from serving traditional tea scones and bake zwieback (yeast double
buns). Sliced meat-and-cheese cold cuts might replace finger sandwiches.
And the black tea would be served with sugar and lemon.
But we’re not limited to serving foods from only one culture. It’s fun
to use an international menu and include delicacies from several countries. Ask guests to bring foods from their heritage to share. Perhaps
someone with a Spanish background will bring cold gazpacho soup,
while an Italian guest will bring pasta salad. A Scottish guest might bring
shortbread, while an Australian friend might bring pavlova, a meringue
dessert. The possibili-TEAS are endless.
I planned an international tea and invited my prayer-group ladies and
their husbands. Including foods from several cultures allowed me to go
beyond dainty tidbits and serve heartier foods the men enjoyed. But we
sipped plenty of tea from china teacups.
What’s for fun?
To extend your heritage theme, you could select clothes, customs, entertainment, and decorations to go with your nationali-TEA. Small flags or a
flower arrangement using the colors in your flag are easy and inexpensive. As for clothing, my Norwegian friend enjoys wearing her traditional
colorful dress. Ethnic background music adds to the flavor of the event.
Check the library for CDs.
At our extended family gatherings, we often tap into our farm background and use cows and chickens for decorations. Since I grew up milking cows and gathering eggs, a country theme suits me to a TEA. After
all, as the saying goes: You can take the girl out of the country, but you
can’t take the country out of the girl.
Tea times lend themselves to relaxed conversations that include family backgrounds, stories, and customs. Encourage your guests to share
snippets of their cultural heritage and what it means to them. You’ll
become better acquainted as you celebrate family histories together.
I’m grateful for my roots and look forward to planning a nationali-TEA
to celebrate my heritage. I might even use our familiar German prayer.*
Won’t you join me?
*German blessing: Segne Vater, diese Speise, Uns zur Kraft, und dir
zum Preise. Amen. (English: Father, bless this food we pray. Help us live
for You today. Amen.)
~Lydia E. Harris, M.A. in home economics, is the author of Preparing My
Heart for Grandparenting. Column used by permission, © 2013. No
reprint without the author’s permission. Contact [email protected].
From Lydia’s Recipe File: Pavlova
This dessert is popular in Australia and New Zealand. The crisp meringue
shell with marshmallowy center tastes delicious topped with whipped
cream and fruit.
Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
Beat until foamy:
4 egg whites
Add a dash of salt,
and beat to a stiff foam.
Add and beat in:
3/4 cup sugar, one tablespoon
at a time.
After mixture forms stiff peaks,
fold in:
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon vinegar
Spoon meringue mixture onto a cookie sheet covered with parchment
paper, forming a 9-inch round. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours until outside is
crisp to touch and pale cream color. Turn off oven and open oven door.
Leave pavlova in oven until cool.
Place on flat serving dish. Top with one or more cups sweetened
whipped cream. Decorate with fresh fruit, such as berries, kiwi, or
bananas.
Serves 6 to 8. Refrigerate leftovers.
(Recipe adapted from The Graceful Art of Tea by Nan Taylor.)
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RERERER
Inspired by Quilts-The Story of Three Hooked Rugs
Tracy Johnson, California
Even though I make
hooked rugs, quilts have
always been part of my
life. When I was growing
up every bed had one or
more of my great-grandmother’s quilts on it. I use
my 'inspiration' quilt as a
bed cover because I love
the soft colors. In 2010, I
decided the rug pattern
“Serene Selene” by Gene Shepherd would be my next project. With so
many different motifs, I thought, “What in the world should I do for a
color plan?” Then it hit me-- I’ll hook it to match my quilt! The rug has
turned out a bit brighter, but I think still harmonizes well with its inspiration and captures the essence of my great-grandmother’s work. She
passed away when I was little, but I think she would be pleased something she made is loved and appreciated 70 years later. I hope the same
thing happens for my rug!
Gene Shepherd, Florence Aguinaldo, Ruth Locke, Carolyn Shelby,
California
Florence Aguinaldo, my friend who
was a quilter and a rug hooker
passed away and left me five completed appliquéd squares. I asked
Carolyn Shelby, to make the remaining sixth block and then my daughter, Ruth Locke, was tasked with
designing a quilt using the six
squares and creating borders to
make a full sized quilt. The completed quilt inspired a room makeover
and the color scheme for my hooked
rug, "Big Mama." Today the quilt
and rug are companion pieces in our
guest bedroom and provide a lasting
memory of a wonderful friend and
fiber artist.
Donna Bleam, Hope Lind, Arlene Knicely Anna Knicely,Virginia
My inspiration came from a blog post on
Gene Shepherd's Internet Rug Camp. Within a
few days of reading Gene's post, I found and
purchased a set of thirty hand appliquéd quilt
squares by Hope Lind from my local thrift
shop. A portion of the quilt pattern provided
the inspiration for the design of the coordinating hooked rug. I knew I needed help with the
quilting and enlisted quilting friends Arlene
Knicely and Mary Fell. Not even lack of electricity for several days due
to a winter storm dampened the
enthusiasm for this project. With
the piecing completed, Arlene's sister-in-law, Anna Knicely joined the
project to do the hand quilting.
Wonderful assistance was given by
the employees at Rocky Cedars
sewing supply and gift store. The
two projects (quilt and hooked rug)
have truly been a collaborative
effort with quilters, rug hookers,
and friends providing expertise and
support. And, Hope is thrilled with
the results of her donation to the
thrift store!
To see an outstanding selection of hooked rugs and fiber art, come to
the Association of Traditional Hooking Artists Biennial in Long Beach,
California, September 25-28, 2013. All the details about the Biennial, the
Rug Exhibit, Marketplace and Classes are on our website at atharugs.com.
Join us and be inspired!-
Did You Know...
The International Day of Friendship is annually held on July 30 to
celebrate friendships worldwide.
In 2011, the UN proclaimed the International Day of Friendship with the
idea that friendship between peoples, countries, and cultures can inspire
peace efforts and build bridges between communities. The UN wanted for
the day to involve young people, as future leaders, in community activities
that include different cultures and promote international understanding and
respect for diversity.
June-July 2013
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RERERER
Inland Cities: Covering Riverside San Bernardino, & portions of Los Angeles Counties
The Art of Negative Thinking
Or Never Say Never . . .
by Mari Vanderstelt
Growing up in the uninsulated “honeymoon” house built by my
Great-Great-Grandfather with unreliable plumbing and strange wiring, I
would mutter in great irritation about how I would never ever EVER live
in an old house.
During the winter, it would get so cold I could stand two inches from
the wood stove and still not feel warm—in fact, one year I caught my
robe on fire trying to warm up. Our plumbing only worked occasionally,
requiring a back-up bathroom in the form of an outhouse. That my parents joked about this being our second bathroom did not amuse me, as
there is nothing less fun than tromping through the barnyard in the pouring rain to use the “second bath.” I was sure that this form of housing
was just a currently legal form of child abuse and I would NEVER do that
to my children. The transoms, windows with original trim and glass, and
the family history associated with our home failed to charm me. I would
never make my children live in an old house.
I would also never make my children live in the country. In fact, I was
going to move out of the Willamette Valley and only occasionally come
home for visits. I would be the “City Aunt” who brought neat presents,
took TV cable for granted, and did not spend every vacation and weekend mowing the 40 acre “yard,” because I would live in an apartment
within walking distance of the library, art museums and, of course (when
I was a teenager) the mall!
I would also never marry a farmer. There is no way I would have my
life tied to the schedule of harvesting, planting and spraying crop fields.
I would be one of those weirdos we occasionally met at school who
went somewhere on summer vacation instead of putting in the hay. I
would not spend my off-hours chasing escaping animals back into the
pasture. I would have (said with a dramatic huff) a LIFE!
My mother would just smile serenely when I announced my grand
plans. When my husband (a former dairy farmer working on a grass seed
farm) and I told my parents of our plans to marry, she complemented the
ring and toasted us with Sparkling Cider. I did not catch onto her thinking until the day of the wedding. Many mothers cry when their daughters
walk down the aisle. My mom wore a broad delighted grin that stretched
from ear to ear. At the reception line, she leaned in for a big hug and said,
“I knew you would marry a farmer.” I’m sure the expression on my face
was priceless.
It still took me a while to catch onto how this works. Eventually,
twenty years later, I got it. We were living in an extremely old (1876) and
cold house with unreliable plumbing. We were still living ten minutes
from my child hood home—in the country—with animals we kept having to herd back into the pasture. One day, I thought about everything I
said I would never do and realized I had done them ALL.
In addition to the ones previously mentioned, I would never....
Marry a man whose name rhymed with mine. (I didn’t think about the
fact Mari and Gary rhymed until six months after the wedding!)
Remodel a home. (Four years without kitchen cupboards due to the
remodel, but I’m not bitter.)
Sew. (Does quilting count?)
Own a store. (Yankee Dutch Quilting & Dry Goods...www.yankeedutchquilts.com)
Study family history (then I found out my relatives are interesting.)
So I changed my tune. I started to say random little sayings to test this
theory. Six months ago, I announced that I would NEVER live in a house
with adequate plumbing, kitchen cupboards or heat. Never ever ever.
Two weeks ago, we moved to a “new” house (only 100 years old this
time) that has really awesome plumbing, central heat and a back-up
wood stove. I am in heaven. My list of “nevers” is expanding every day.
I am hoping to never write a book, design a line of fabric, visit Holland
and lose weight. Never ever ever.
The other day one of my daughters announced that she would never
live in this area and she would never have children. I smiled. She’s going
to make a wonderful mother.
~Mari Vanderstelt owns Yankee Dutch Quilting & Dry Goods, located at
106 East Bishop Way, Brownsville, OR 97327. She can be reached at [email protected]. Writing has proven to be a great way for Mari to
unwind.
The Sideboard
est. 1983
Located in
Historic
Downtown Upland
We welcome you to our gift store!
Claire, Judy and Evey
See our Beautiful Garden Decor...
Butterflies, Birds, Dragonflies, Flowers and Fairies.
Baby Gifts • Greeting Cards • Linens • Windchimes
Teapots, Teacups & Accessories • Vera Bradley
McCall’s Candles • Chickens & Roosters
Flags • Jewelry • Home Décor
Complimentary Gift Wrap - Layaway
Store hours: Mon-Fri 10am to 5:30pm • Sat. 10am to 4:30pm
229 N. Second Avenue, Upland, CA 91786
(909) 981-7652
Ice Cream Treasures
4 cups toasted rice cereal (such
as Rice Krispies), slightly crushed
1 cup sliced toasted almonds
1 cup toasted sweetened flake
coconut
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
2 quarts vanilla ice cream, softened
Prepared caramel sauce
In a large bowl, mix together cereal, toasted almonds, toasted coconut,
brown sugar and butter. Press half of mixture into the bottom of a 13 x 9 x
2 inch baking dish and chill slightly. Spoon softened ice cream over chilled
crust and press evenly, using waxed paper an your hands. Top with
remaining cereal mixture. Cover and freeze for at least 4 hours or
overnight.
To serve, cut into 8 equal squares. Cut each square diagonally into triangles.
Drizzle with caramel sauce.
Makes 16 servings
Riverside’s Best Shopping Experience
with 9,000 square feet all re-done.
Au the ntic Ge ne ra l S tor e
You’ll love our Library, and Vintage Clothing
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G la ss war e .. . Line ns ... Ti ns . .. S igns. ..Pri miti ve
Ki t ch e n & G ar d e n I te m s . . . An ti q u e s & Hi g h E n d O ak Fu rn it u r e
JULY SALE
Entire Store on Sale
Week 1...10% off
Week 2...20% off
Week 3...30% off
Week 4...50% off
Closed - The Entire Month of August
Re-opening Labor Day - Sept. 2nd
Ready for Fall
Open 7 Da ys - Mo n-Sat 10-5: 30, Sun 12-4: 30
4344 Market St., Riverside, CA 92501
(951) 682-4860 • Parking on 13th Street
www.oldglorygeneralstore.com
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June-July 2013
RERERER
Summer Is In Full Bloom at Serendipity Antiques
by Bonnie Reed
• Country Accents • European/American Antiques
• Jasmine’s Garden Treasures
• Casual Cottage Chic ~ French Treasures
• We Featur e Taylor L inens •
Hot Summer Nights
Every Friday Night
from July 5th to August 30th
41950 Main St. • Old Town Temecula, CA
(951) 506-4446 • Open Daily 10-6 • Fridays until 9pm
email: [email protected]
Visit our blog at: http://antiquesatserendipity.blogspot.com
Temecula
Rooster Creek
“The Journey Home”
• Romantic Prairie • Vintage Farmhouse
• Country Primitives • Stitchery Patterns
The garden is alive with the colors of spring and summer flowers and
foliage at Serendipity Antiques and Country Seller in Old Town Temecula,
CA. We are very proud to announce the completion of many hours of
preparation by our very dedicated vendors to produce a truly fabulous
patio and garden area. Pictures do not it justice, but we hope that they
will entice you to come and see for yourself!
The Jefferson Market Faire
Artisans and Vendors Market
(on Jefferson Ave in the Rancho Temecula Center)
Third Sat. of Every Month ~ Hosted by Rooster Creek
June 15th and July 20th • 9am-4pm
27715 Jefferson Ave. Suite #107
Temecula, CA 92590 (951) 694-9918
Tues-Sat: 10am-6pm • Sun. 10am-5pm
Check out upcoming events on Facebook
YOUR HEALTHY GARDEN
PLAN BEFORE YOU PLANT
By Barbara Mills Lassonde
If you’re planning a new garden, there are certain things you should
consider before you start digging. A well-planned garden is a more successful garden.
• How much sun does this area receive? If this is a flower garden, you
can find plants with different sunlight requirements to suit your habitat.
Some flowers like full sun (8-10 hours per day), others grow well in partial shade (5-8 hours of sun per day), while others prefer shade (3-4 hours
of filtered light per day). You’ll have the best success if you adhere to the
planting instructions with your plants or seeds.
If this will be a vegetable garden, it should ideally receive 8-10 hours
of direct sunlight per day. Observe your garden area and clock the
amount of sunlight it receives in the summer.
• Is your garden area well drained or does it hold water for long periods of time? Most plants dislike wet feet. If you soil is clay-like, you can
mix sand or compost with it to improve drainage, or you can make raised
beds. If your soil is very sandy, mixing in compost or loam will improve
it. If you bring in loam from somewhere else, know where it came from
and that it is not contaminated, or have it tested. Mixing in contaminated
soil can be disastrous.
• How close is this garden to a water source and to your house? A handy
location is best so you can easily water it and tend to it if you have just
a few minutes.
• If you haven’t already done so, have your soil tested. Your state university cooperative extension office can tell you where you can get this
done. It costs about $20, and will come with recommendations on how
to improve your soil for optimum plant growth.
• What is your soil pH? In other words, is your soil neutral (pH 7), acidic
(below 7), or alkaline (above 7)? A soil test will tell you this, or you can
purchase a pH kit to test it yourself. It’s important to know the pH of your
soil, because if it’s too acidic or alkaline, your plants can’t absorb the
nutrients they need no matter how much you fertilize them. Most vegetables like a pH of 6.5 - 7, while some perennials, shrubs or fruit bushes
prefer a slightly more acidic soil. The pH can be adjusted to suit your
plants.
• Is your garden located on flat ground or on a slope? If sloped, it’s best
to plant your rows going across the hill to prevent erosion and retain
moisture.
• Draw a map of your intended garden to scale and decide where you’ll
place specific plants. Choose plants that grow well in your area, and place
tall plants, like corn, where they won‘t shade other sun-loving plants.
If you’ll be planting in an established vegetable garden, rotating your
crops from last year will help reduce pests, diseases, and depletion of certain nutrients.
~Lassonde is a master gardener with over four decades of gardening
experience. She welcomes your gardening suggestions, and will share the
best ones with our readers as space allows.
Email her at: [email protected].
Our greenhouse area is home to Rancho Garcia Garden Art. A very
dedicated Jeannie Garcia offers many varieties of unique succulents, often
potted in containers she creates. She also has ferns, ivies and shade-loving color plants, along with garden décor. Most of her items are one-ofa-kind, so the selection is almost endless. Jeannie also plants baskets and
all manner of potteries to create wonderful gift items and seasonal displays. We are constantly amazed at her plantings.
Jasmine’s Garden Treasures has been a mainstay at Serendipity
Antiques for many years. The new owner of this area of the garden is
Daria Chavez and her mother. Together they have re-invented their space
with a water feature incorporating wine barrels in the design. Dee, as we
call her, has a wide variety of plants, garden containers, Italian and
stoneware, plant stands, patio furniture and lush hanging flower baskets.
Jasmine’s always has something unique, old or new.
One of the interior shop vendors has ventured to the garden area also.
Jakes Abode displays vintage furniture and accessories suitable inside or
for your outdoor living space. “Romantic Rustic” is the description the
vendor uses for her style, and we’re sure you will agree it is spectacular.
Our newest vendor in the garden is Linda, formerly Linda’s Ivy Nest. She
has decorated a small cottage area in her very special way and it’s beautiful. Her artificial flower arrangements are irresistible, and reflect her
well-known artistic ability. The appealing and quaint cottage adds yet
another dimension to the garden at Serendipity.
Serendipity Antiques and Country Seller is located at 41950 Main Street in
Old Town Temecula, CA. Open daily, 10am to 6pm, Fridays till 9pm. Visit
our blog at www.antiquesatserendipity.blogspot.com or “like us” on
Facebook.
~Article and photos by Bonnie Reed, antiques dealer and owner of
Country Seller & Friends, located within Serendipity Antiques.
June-July 2013
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RERERER
Murrieta ~ Lake Elsinore
Plan A Day Trip! Shop Small!
Mora's Vintage
142 North Main St.
Lake Elsinore CA 92530
951/245-5326
facebook/morasantiques
[email protected]
A unique eclectic shop
specializing in vintage Americana,
Mexicana, French, Garden
and one of a kind finds.
Contact Us For Our In Store
Specials and Events!
See us at the “Vintage Marketplace at the Oaks”
May 31st - June 2nd (and Sept. 6 - 8) Rainbow/Fallbrook
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Maria’s Antiques
Antiques, Collectables & Home Decor
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and Surrounding Areas
To have your business included
in the next issue
Call (800) 349-1858
Next Issue: August/September 2013
Deadline: July 1st
Parent’s Day...July 28, 2013
Parents' Day is a holiday similar to a combination of Father's Day and
Mother's Day. In the United States, Parents' Day is held on the fourth
Sunday of every July (in 2013 it falls on July 28). This was established in
1994 when President Bill Clinton signed a Congressional Resolution into
law for "recognizing, uplifting, and supporting the role of parents in the
rearing of children."
The bill was introduced by Republican Senator Trent Lott. It was
supported by members of the Unification Church which also celebrates a
holiday called Parents' Day, although on a different date. United States
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has said: "Replacing
Mother's Day and Father's Day with a Parents' Day should be
considered, as an observance more consistent with a policy of minimizing
traditional sex-based differences in parental roles."
(From: Wikipedia)
Publisher Note: I say we keep Mother’s Day and Father’s Day and have
Parent’s Day also.
Antique, Vintage, Shabby Chic, Home Decor & More
Also...
Thriftique Boutique
for clothing & designer purses
Tues - Thurs: 9am-6pm
Fri & Sat: 10am-6pm
Sun: 10am-4pm • Closed Mon.
(951) 245-7733
31401 Riverside Dr. Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
www.THRIFTIQUELAKEELSINORE.com
Lemon Tea Cakes
1 1/2 cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter,
softened
8 oz. cream cheese, softened
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
5 eggs
3 Tbs. lemon juice
2 tsp. lemon extract
1 1/2 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
Heat oven to 325˚. Coat three 12 cup muffin pans with nonstick cooking spray
and set aside.
With mixer on medium speed, beat butter, cream cheese and sugar in bowl
until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in
lemon juice, extract and lemon peel.
On low speed beat in flour, baking powder and salt. Fill each muffin cup with
about 1/3 cup of batter for a total of 28. Bake at 325˚ for 23 to 25 minutes or
until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire
rack for 10 minutes. remove cakes from pans to wire rack and cool completely.
Glaze:
2 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1/3 cup milk
1 3/4 tsp. lemon extract
In medium-size bowl, blend confectioners’ sugar, milk and lemon extract until
smooth. Dip top of each cake in glaze; place on waxed paper to dry.
Makes 28
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June-July 2013
RERERER
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Gardens & Nursery
Unusual & Fun Annuals, Perennials,
Succulents, Herbs, and Much More!
Located at Country Roads. . .
204 W. Chapman
Old Towne Orange, CA 92866
714.532.3041
Open Daily 10am - 5pm
BE A FAN ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AT:
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BOOK REVIEW
Grandma, You Rock!
And Other Great Stories for the Young at Heart
by Karen O'Connor
From the bestselling author of Gettin’ Old
Ain’t for Wimps (more than 300,000 copies
sold) comes a funny, heartwarming look at
being a grandma. More than 80 stories based
on real-life experiences express the wonderfully humorous joy of interacting with grandkids.
Karen O’Connor, grandmother of 14, says,
“Grandkids keep us youthful, humble, and
wide-awake! They also keep us praying!”
Each two- to three-page story ends with an
encouraging Scripture and a brief prayer
thanking God for the gift of grandchildren. A
wonderful celebration of grandmas everywhere!
* Retail Price: 12.99
* Size: 5 1/2 x 8 1/2
* ISBN: 978-0-7369-4894-4
Karen O’Connor is a sought-after speaker, writing
consultant, and the award-winning author of 75
books, including Gettin’ Old Ain’t for Wimps (more
than 300,000 copies sold). She’s appeared on
national media, including The 700 Club and 100
Huntley Street.
___________________________
Harvest House Publishers Eugene, Oregon 97402
HarvestHousePublishers.com
June-July 2013
RERERER
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“Temari....Embroidery in the Round” by Glenna Kipp
Many years ago I entered a
needlework competition which was
a fund raiser for Children’s Hospital
LA. One of the entries was a group
of exquisitely embroidered balls. I
was fascinated by these balls, but
the docents had no information.
To learn more online you can search “temari ball.” My Temari
Workshop class on June 23rd at Piecemakers Country Store is beginner
level. I would be happy to introduce you to the Temari, the needle art
I love.
Years later I was a guest in a
Japanese home and saw the same
style embroidered balls on display.
The hostess took me to the local
Japanese bookstore where I purchased five books on Temari. I
learned the art from those books which I could not read. Later I found
books in English which were a tremendous leap forward.
Temari is a Japanese needle art which began as a toy. The mari
(ball) was made from scratch recycling dried rice hulls or fabric scraps
to create a core. Yarn was then wrapped around the core to the desired
size. The finishing layer was wrapped thread. These balls were
wrapped so tight that they would bounce!
Temari graduated from a toy to an art form when the ladies of the
court competed with each other creating geometric designs and free
embroidery. When I visited Japan in 2011 I saw treasured old temari
which had been stitched with
silk thread unraveled from
kimono.
In 1979 the Japan Temari
Association (Temari no Kai) was
established to pass on the art
and tradition of temari. The JTA
promotes learning through a
technique examination, where
members can apply for certification at four different levels. In
2011 I passed my Level 4
(Professor) examination, the
fourth person in the US to earn
that credential.
PHOTOS: Top Left - The multi colored Roses temari is a gift that Glenna
will be sending to Japan later this year. The roses are worked in layered
pentagons. Bottom Left - The Temari Wreath is about 30" in diameter
and contains 70 temari - each one a different pattern. This entry took
Best of Show in the Orange County Fair.
The Globe temari is an original design which is one of a kind. The 8"
diameter ball was worked in counted cross stitch on 22 stitches to the
inch waste canvas. It took almost a year to complete this temari.
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June-July 2013
RERERER
Orange County
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& Boutique
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edibles, cookies and chocolate, jams and curds,
reservations and menus.
119 South Glassell Street, Old Towne Orange • 714-538-9411
Chocolate Day... July 7th
Chocolate Day is the perfect opportunity to eat you favorite
chocolates in ample portions. Do you really need another excuse to over
indulge with your favorite food treat?
Chocolate is America's favorite flavor. It's the flavor of choice in
candies, ice cream, cakes, breakfast cereal, toppings, and a whole host of
desserts. Unequaled in popularity, it certainly deserves a day in it's
honor.
Did you know? Chocolate is a vegetable. It comes from the Cacao tree
found in rain forests.
We don't need to tell you what to do to celebrate this day, do we? Eat
Chocolate!
One of the best-kept secrets in Orange County, Heritage
Museum of Orange County is a Victorian gem tucked away
in southwest Santa Ana. The historic plaza features several
historic homes from the 1890s, set among extensive gardens
and citrus groves. Among these is the Kellogg House, familiar to teachers and students throughout Orange County as
a favorite field trip destination for nearly 30 years.
Conveniently close to the 5, 22, 55, and 405 freeways, the
museum is located at:
3101 West Harvard Street
Santa Ana, CA 92704
714-540-0404
www.heritagemuseumoc.org
by Sue Jackson
One of the things that I love the most about Country Roads is just
watching the smiles on people’s faces when the come through the door
to meet friends or family for a day of shopping at “the store”, as we call
Country Roads. And although I am a bit prejudiced, I do think Country
Roads is a great place to spend some time and relax with those that you
enjoy hanging out with. As many of you know, I am a big animal lover.
I know while many stores don’t allow dogs in their stores, we are both
pet friendly and stroller friendly as well. We want our customers to be
comfortable while they shop in what we hope, is a laid back atmosphere,
they can enjoy. I personally pick out music that I enjoy, with hopes others will as well, and play it on my iPod at Country Roads. And of course
I know not everyone likes the music, but sadly, I can’t please everyone
no matter how hard I try. And believe me, I try hard!! Over the years, I’ve
seen “rules” at stores before you even a chance to get in the door regarding strollers, backpacks, drinks, bags and other things. And I do understand the “whys” of having rules. I guess I’m personally not a fan of rules,
so we really don’t have any.
And speaking of dogs shopping at Country Roads, I have two
favorites. One is a little small white dog who was a rescue named Misty.
She belongs to the sweetest woman ever, Frenchy. Once Misty sees us,
her tail starts wagging and she starts pulling on her leash because she
knows she is going to get some loving from all of us! She immediately
rolls on her back and starts smiling. The other little sweet dog I love is
Lucy, who is, I think, a poodle schnauzer mix. Gayle has trained her to
be a therapy dog, which I think is one of the best things ever! I remember my Mom when she was hospitalized shortly before she passed away.
Not much would cheer her up back in those days. But once that little therapy dog jumped up on my Mom’s bed, I had never seen my Mom smile
that big in a very long time. It warmed my heart, which warmed mine!
Lucy is such a sweet little dog. When she sees you, she looks like she has
a big smile on her face! And just like when Misty sees us, Lucy starts wagging her little tail and pulling on her leash to get some attention from us.
Over the last couple of months, Misty and Lucy have shown up at
Country Roads at about the same time, on the same day without it being
planned. It is just one of those random things that make you smile. The
little dogs reunite, and Frenchy and Gayle have some time to chat. It’s
funny how these unplanned visits are fun for all of us, including Misty
and Lucy. It just makes my day a little more special! We all enjoy working in an environment here at Country Roads that is not only fun, but
filled with wonderful customers who have become our friends and family over the years. I know that we all need “rules” for certain things, but
sometimes you just have to relax a bit and enjoy and appreciate the smallest of things in life that can simply brighten your day and put a smile on
your face. Thank you all, once again, for making us smile for the past
twenty years! We really do appreciate you and your dogs as well!
“We can judge the heart of a man according to his love for animals”
Immanual Kant
~Sue Jackson is the owner of Country Roads Antiques and Gardens
located at: 204 W. Chapman Ave., in Old Towne Orange, CA.
“ Blessed indeed is the man who hears many
gentle voices call him father!”
~Lydia M. Child
June-July 2013
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RERERER
Discover the Shops of
Old Town Tustin
Flying Geese Fabric - A Quilter’s Shop & More
2013 So. California Quilter’s Run: June 20-23, & June 27-31
Lots of prizes... Lots of fun.
Our Shop’s 10th Birthday Party is June 29th ~ come join us.
www.flyinggeesefabric.com (visit us on Facebook & Twitter)
307 El Camino Real • Old Town Tustin, CA 92780 • 714-544-9349
Mon & Wed 10-7 • Tues & Thurs 10-6 • Fri & Sat 10-5 • Closed Sunday
Farmers Market
~ Every Wednesday
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM, El Camino Real & 3rd St.
Whimzy
Home of “Glitterfest”
Concerts in the Park
Wednesday 6:00 - 8:00 pm • June 26 - August 14
Peppertree Park 230 W. First St., Tustin 92780
WWW.TUSTINCA.ORG
“Where old and new live happily ever-after”
Monthly Classes...see our website
www.VintageWhimzy.com
474 El Camino Real • Old Town Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 573-1025 ~ Open: Wed - Sat 10:30-5:00
Jamestown Village Vintage Flea Market
Every 4th Sunday
June 23rd & July 28th
Whimzy! (474 El Camino Real, Tustin) hosts a monthly
Jamestown Village
in Old Town Tustin
Home of the “Little White Tree Church”
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flea market featuring antiques, collectibles, gifts and
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“Take a Little Time for Tea”
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June-July 2013
June-July 2013
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RERERER
North Cities Quilt Guild - 2013 Quilt Show
“So Much To Be Thankful For”
Friday, September 13th 10am-4pm
Saturday, September 14th 10am-4pm
Admission at door: $7.00
Location: Placentia Presbyterian Church
849 North Bradford Avenue • Placentia, CA 92870
Feature Quilter: Jane Adams
Show Highlights:
Showcase of Member’s Quilts
“Playing With Thread” Machine Quilting Contest
Featuring.....Vintage Quilts Display
North Cities Quilt Guild
Also:
Vendors
Opportunity Quilt
Opportunity Baskets & more
The NCQG Boutique
Attic Treasures Booth
Door Prizes • Free Parking
www.northcitiesquiltguild.org
For more Information email:
Joanne Burkhart: [email protected]
Lemon-Coconut Cheesecake Bars
2 1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
Heat oven to 350˚. Have a rimmed baking sheet ready. Line a 13 x 9 in
baking pan with foil, letting ends extend about 2 in. above pan. Lightly coat
with nonstick spray.
Spread coconut on baking sheet. Bake, stirring twice, 8 to 10 minutes until
lightly browned. Let Cool.
Crust:
1 1/2 sticks (3/4 cup) butter,
softened
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
Pulse ingredients in food processor until a dough forms. Add l cup toasted
coconut; pulse just to mix. Press evenly over bottom of baking pan. Bake
15 to 20 minutes until lightly browned at edges
Lemon Filling:
Clothespin Magic!
Have you ever had a house full of company and felt like you did
nothing but wash towels the entire time? I know I have! When we were
at my parents’ house for Christmas, my husband came up with a great
system for keeping things a little more organized in the bathroom. In
her infinite wisdom, my mom loves all white towels so they can be
washed together and bleached as needed. This is a great system until
there are 8 extra people in the house and everyone’s towel looks alike!
After 2 days of non-stop “where’s my towel?” and lots of laundry, I
found my husband with a package of wooden clothespins and a black
sharpie. In record time, each of us had a clothespin with his or her
name on it. These were then clipped to each person’s towel. Although
it sounds simple, it was incredibly helpful. Whether you have a house
full all the time or once in a while, using this simple trick can keep your
bathroom more organized and your laundry basket a little emptier!
© Susan Tipsord 2013
1 brick (8 oz.) cream cheese
softened
2/3 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 Tbs. freshly grated lemon peel
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
Beat cream cheese and sugar in a large bowl with mixer on high speed until
smooth. On medium speed, beat in eggs, lemon peel and lemon juice just to
blend. Pour over crust and spread evenly. Bake 18 to 20 minutes until top
is almost set.
Topping:
1 1/2 cups reduced-fat sour cream
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
Put sour cream sugar and vanilla in a bowl and stir until well blended.
Carefully pour and spread over filling. Sprinkle with the remaining coconut.
Bake another 10 minutes or until topping has set.
Cool in pan on wire rack. Refrigerate at least 4 hours before cutting.
Lift foil by ends onto a cutting board.
Cut into 48 bars.
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To My Grandmother’s Wooden Chopping Bowl
by Kerri Habben
In 2005 I wrote an essay about mothers and food. I gave my grandmother a copy. Uncharacteristically, she said nothing upon reading it.
Then one day as I was cleaning around her easy chair, she said, “Leave
that blue folder there. I read what’s in there.”
I smiled at her, and she smiled back at me. “I know,” I answered.
Years of nurturing and love spoke for themselves.
My grandmother had inspired the essay by her stories of her own mother, Nanna, who had died in 1958. Nanna’s 98-year-old daughter had
described the cakes her mother baked every Friday and how hot cocoa
awaited them on snowy days. My mother remembers how Nanna peeled
a potato, and we still use some of the dishes she did.
We are not always entirely fair to the women who lived in the times
before our own; in ordinary and extraordinary circumstances we cannot
fully understand. It is too easy to believe that just because opportunities
and rights were limited, a woman’s essence and mind were non-existent.
I hear words and phrases about times past that don’t represent the mother who raised my grandmother or the mother who raised my mother. I
don’t sense the lives they survived and prospered through in the simplistic stereotypes strewn forth. Courage isn’t merely about the singular
events of life; it is also in the casseroles and cakes of day-to-day living.
When my grandmother passed away in September of 2006, I wrote a
poem about what, in my bones, I know will always be vital.
To My Grandmother’s Wooden Chopping Bowl
Perhaps the lines and scratches inside of you
are as ancient markings on a canyon wall.
I was here, they write.
I went this way, they speak.
There is a concentric water mark along your outer edge,
rings upon a tree trunk, counting years and growth,
of expanding within the world
and growing into oneself.
You held the food that my grandmother cooked.
Apples, spinach, celery, onions.
Once you were cradled against the womb that held my mother.
You were tucked into the ribs my head grazed
when I was a child in her embrace.
In your center is a feathery outline absorbed into the wood,
sparrow brown wisps that paint part of a portrait of a life.
Of her life, of the one who now says with her etchings,
I was here.
I went this way.
There are circles upon circles.
They speak for her now:
I kept growing and giving.
I was myself.
She held you once, as I hold you now.
I see her, chopping stroke upon stroke,
creating a life, nurturing lives
with apples, spinach, celery, and onions.
Your markings speak across wood’s grain,
as the petroglyphs speak upon red layers of rock.
You whisper words that know every language.
You speak of time that only feels cycles and seasons.
Oh, how you speak.
~Kerri Habben is a writer, photographer, and local historian in Raleigh,
NC.
STAIRWAY TO HAPPINESS
by James A. Nelson
Its spiral staircase seemed to jump right out at me. Causing me to step
back in time. With its glossy manicured finish in ornate detail it became
my main focal point. When I entered my first of several Victorian homes
on a citywide open house tour.
Almost magically, I instantly pictured a beautiful, glowing young
woman in a flowing wedding dress slowly descending its eloquently crafted steps. Her prince charming was waiting at the last step ready to take
his bride’s arm and lead her into a Victorian marriage. A marriage, more
often than not, that would last a lifetime.
This is still the dream of many young girls even today when they fantasize about their future wedding plans. It is a shame our fast paced world
has left behind so many creative Victorian crafts like spiral staircases.
Along with so many of its hastily disappearing social and cultural values.
What about it girls of the two thousands, is it only a dream to you or do
you even have this dream anymore?
Without a staircase many romantic movies would be easily forgotten.
This bit of Victorian architecture was so much more than just a mode of
travel from one floor to another. It provided the never to be forgotten
scene in Gone with the Wind. Where Rhett Butler picks Scarlet O’Hara up
in his arms and tells a shocked world, “Frankly my dear, I don’t give a
damn.” Then he carries the squirming Scarlet up a spiral staircase into
immortality. This emotional moment would have been lost forever if they
had only taken a few steps into a nearby bedroom.
To further my inclination that many girls’ marriage plans, include a
long Victorian style staircase. I asked each of my three daughters if their
marriage dreams had ever included stair steps to happiness. To a girl, they
all said yes. They even had envisioned the staircase’s length, style, color
and most of all how many steps it would really take to accomplish a slow,
never-to-be forgotten entrance into domesticated life.
To reinforce my pondering I asked a friend of mine, master carpenter
Gregg Hasner why he included such a beautifully ornate, hand crafted
staircase in his recently built home. His answer did not surprise me. “Jim,
when I was going over the plans for our new home, my daughter leaned
over and whispered in my ear. ‘Don’t forget the spiral staircase Dad. It
will complete my dream when I step into married life.’ I could only comply as it was my dream for her as well,” he replied.
I immediately thought, thanks Gregg for being such a good father as
well as a master craftsman - Oh, and thank you Rhett and Scarlet.
~Jim Nelson enjoyed a career at the Spokane Review and retired in Spokane.
WA. His writings have been widely published in nationally known magazines,
including five times in Chicken Soup of the Soul books. His book, The Way It
Was and The Way It Is, can be found in the public libraries and school systems
in Spokane. It is available for purchase through Amazon.com and contains 46
nostalgic short stories. Jim Nelson enjoys hearing from our readers and can be
reached at 43 E. Weile, Apt. 214, Spokane, WA 99208. His email address is
[email protected]. Jim has been writing for over 50 years.
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MAKE IT AMERICANA
By Kristine Berg Doss
When you think of Americana, all
things red, white and blue come to mind.
Bringing the patriotic spirit into your
home can be as easy as hanging an
American flag. Incorporate a few of these
ideas to give your home warmth and
style this summer.
Decorating Elements/Accents
American colonial is a decorating
standard in many homes. Early American
décor, such as spinning wheels, vintage quilts, historical documents and
presidential portraits will give your room a historical look and patriotic
feel.
For a rustic/country-inspired look, add primitive folk art - flags, stars
and folksy motifs in red, white and blue. Amish barn stars, rusty star garlands, a rustic wooden flag and small American flags tucked into crocks
or baskets will complement any room and add instant flair. Place a potted red geranium in a small crock for an instant pop of color.
Red, White & Blue
If the traditional colors of red, white and blue do not flow with your
décor, try using slightly different shades -burgundy instead of red, antique
cream instead of white or country blue instead the traditional blue. Coffee
-stain table runners, linens or other items in patriotic themes to tone down
the colors. This will give them an antique or primitive look.
Neutral Backdrop
Showcase your items against a neutral backdrop. Displaying them
against a wallpapered wall will only create a busy scene. Your collections
will already be colorful by themselves. Put them up against a neutral
background so they can take center stage. Americana is based on the simplicity of country. Keep it simple.
Add a touch of Americana to bring patriotic spirit to your home yearround. Remember, patriotic décor does not have to be just for the Fourth
of July. Our love of the past goes hand-in-hand with celebrating our
country’s birthday.
~Kristine Berg Doss is the owner, editor, and publisher of A Primitive Place
& Country Journal magazine. A Primitive Place & Country Journal magazine is the fastest growing primitive, colonial, and country magazine on
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Saskatchewan’s Western Red Lily grows in meadows and forest clay.
Manitoba’s Prairie Crocus can bloom with snow still on the ground.
Ontario’s white Trillium has a trio of white petals all around.
New Brunswick’s purple Violet makes the Provinces perfect welcome!
Canada has no official flower, but makes the Maple Leaf its emblem.
The United States has official flowers for each and every region.
Florida’s Orange Blossoms little white flowers, bloom in the spring season.
Colorado’s Rocky Mountain Columbines rich aroma attracts butterflies and bees.
Maryland’s Black Eyed Susan is beautiful standing tall with ease.
New York’s Tea Rose is a symbol of love and beauty in all colours.
Wisconsin and New Jersey’s Violets have pretty purple flowers.
North Carolina and Virginia’s American Dogwood have mostly, little white petals.
While New Hampshire’s purple Lilac Bush can grow on rocky hills and bevels.
Delaware’s Peach State has the reputation of gorgeous Peach Blossoms.
Vermont’s Red Clover can be seen along roadsides by the volumes.
Canada and the U.S. are blessed to have flowers so beautiful and grand.
And we are so fortunate for them to be growing, all throughout our land!
© 2013 Lesley R. Nuttall
Lesley lives with her husband in Dryden, ON, Can.
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Piecing Life Together
Do What You Love
by Barbara Polston
Writers should pay attention to the requests of their editors and publishers. This writer is no exception. I received a message from my Country
Register publisher that the theme for the upcoming issue would be “gardening, outdoor projects, and summertime fun.” I think she was hoping
that I might structure my column around these topics. Let’s see...
“Gardening” would be a challenge. I don’t have a lawn. I have what
is called “desert landscaping,” which means dirt and rocks. My plantings
are absolutely no maintenance—they are trimmed by landscapers about
twice a year and that’s that. The extent of my gardening is to sweep dried
leaves off my back patio. Even that doesn’t happen as much as it should.
Gardening, as a topic, seems out of the question.
“Outdoor projects” is a challenge as well. My philosophy is that the
outdoors should remain there. While I appreciate the beauty of the mountains, the seashore and the forests, a glimpse now and again is enough
for me. I prefer my glimpses to come through the windows of a comfortable vehicle. Besides, we’ve already been over 90 degrees here in
Phoenix, Arizona, and will hit triple digits before the end of the month.
Summer here is like winter in the Midwest. Although we don’t need shovels and boots, we have a tendency to stay indoors where it’s nicely airconditioned. No outdoor projects on tap for this girl and no column topic
either.
That leaves “summertime fun.” We’ve already discussed the summer
heat in my neck of the woods. I think we’ve already established that outdoors is not where I’d like to be at anytime, much less in the summer. So,
what will I be doing for “summertime fun,” you might ask.
Although it’s under wraps for the time being, I’m working on a BIG
project. My project requires lots of sewing and quilting and lots of writing. My project is done indoors, which I think we’ve established is my
preferred place to be. My workspaces, both where I sew and quilt and
where I write, are comfortable and air-conditioned.
If you’ve read my column for any length of time, you know that I
write for my living. I write, primarily, about quilting and have been diligently working to derive all of my income from quilt-related activities.
That includes the aforementioned sewing and teaching my patterns and
techniques. You may be thinking that my summertime plans sound more
like work than fun.
Marc Anthony is quoted as saying, “If you do what you love, you’ll
never work a day in your life.” I’m very fortunate that I am able to work
at what I love. Summertime work? For me, summertime fun! I hope this
passes muster with my publisher!
~Barbara Polston is a writer by vocation and a quilter by
avocation. You can see Barbara’s quilts, join her on
Facebook or book her class and lecture offerings at
www.barbarapolston.com. She is the Editor of The
Quilting Quarterly, the Journal of The National Quilting
Association, Inc. Barbara, who has lived in Phoenix,
Arizona, for over 27 years, is calmly quilting in Studio
Narnia. ©Barbara Polston, Phoenix, AZ, April 2013
Countryberries
Designs
Fairy Garden
Cheese and Mushroom Stuffed Meatloaf
If you like cheese and mushrooms you will love this recipe
2 Tbs. vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
8 oz. mushrooms, sliced
1 1/2 lbs. ground beef
2/3 cup fresh breadcrumbs
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley (1/2 bunch)
1/4 cup catsup
1 egg, beaten to blend
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/2 tsp. dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 tsp dried, ground or rubbed
sage
1 1/2 cups grated Monterey Jack or
cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.)
Heat oil in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until
translucent, about 4 minutes. Add garlic and mushrooms. Cook until
mushrooms are golden brown and liquid evaporates, stirring occasionally,
about 7 minutes. Cool.
Preheat oven to 350˚. Mix beef and next 8 ingredients in large bowl until well
blended. Turn out onto large square of plastic wrap. Pat into 9x12 inch
rectangle. Spread mushroom filling over rectangle leaving 1/2 inch border on
all sides. Cover mushrooms with cheese. Starting at one short side, roll meat
up jellyroll fashion. Arrange seam side down in 9x5-inch loaf pan. (Can be
prepared 6 hours ahead.) Cover and refrigerate.) Bake until loaf shrinks from
sides of pan and browns, about l hour. Pour off any drippings. gently turn out
loaf and let stand 10 minutes. Cut into slices and serve.
Makes 6 servings
Find an old drawer, box, enamel dishpan or pot. Cover the bottom
with plastic if necessary. Fill with potting soil. Using small stones and
plants from around your yard, create a “landscape”. Check at your
garden center for small plants that are slow growing or can be easily
trimmed. Remember to buy shade plants if your fairy garden will be
in a shaded area and sun-loving plants for a sunny area. Some possibilities include: Wooly Thyme, Irish Moss, Blue Star Creeper and Baby
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