Innholdsfortegnelse for April/May 2023 i American Farmhouse Style

WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE SPRING DÉCOR MOTIF? Is it the ever-popular bunny, or spring chicks? For me, it’s always been the bumblebee. I love the black-and-white bumblebee motif that has some old-fashioned vibes to it. In fact, I used it as part of my powder bathroom remodel a few years ago, alongside vintage black-and-white illustrations of Winnie the Pooh (another favorite of mine). My daughter, who is 2, has recently discovered Winnie the Pooh, and loves pointing out all the different characters in the bathroom wall art—an unexpected charm of using that particular motif combination. There’s something about spring that lends itself to childhood favorites, pastel colors and small, furry animals. The blush of new life, flowers starting to bloom and color coming back into the world. As my husband and…

Ready for a sewing-machine-free spring fabric project? After blogger and crafter Kristi Richert of French Creek Farmhouse had to say goodbye to her beloved sewing machine of 25 years, she started looking for fabric projects she could make without one. “Everyone should get to have that creative connection with making fabric crafts—no matter what tools you have at your disposal,” she says. Here’s how to make one (or two, or 10) yourself. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Fabric of your choice• Embroidery floss to match the fabric• Embroidery needle (different from a regular sewing needle)• Poly-fil material• Scissors• Fabric marking pen• Laminator (optional)• Bunny pattern template (see QR code) WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Gather your supplies, and print and cut out the bunny template. If you’re making multiple bunnies, you might…

With spring in the air, it’s time to unbox all that spring décor. This is true for blogger Janet Coon of Shabbyfufu. Her elegant designs, imbued with the finesse of spring, are a testament to her craft and provide a romantic twist on farmhouse style. INSPIRATION OF LOCATION Every great interior design needs a suitable backdrop, and Janet finds the perfect inspiration in the location of her home. “My husband and I have lived in South Florida for the majority of our lives, with our tropical-style home living in the suburbs and with a coastal beach-getaway home as well,” she says. Janet enjoys creating a bright aesthetic with white walls to bring out an airy and luxurious feel in every space. Although the home’s architecture itself isn’t farmhouse, Janet infuses…

All great Easter tablescapes include rabbits, eggs and flowers. These motifs offer the message of renewal that spring brings. For Tina Oddo and her daughter Taylor Dye of Velveteen and Grace, rabbits in particular take the seat of honor at the table. “Spring is always about rabbits for us. They kind of hop in around March and stay until fall,” Tina says. “But we also want to inspire people with our work, which is where ‘velveteen’ comes into our name. Like the Velveteen Rabbit [from the book], we want to be real and authentic. Our style is home—a mix of farmhouse and cottage vibes that leans into nostalgic, handmade things.” BIG PICTURE The genuineness of Tina’s tablescape comes from its powerful vignettes tempered by Taylor’s advice on paring down. “She’s the…

5 Early SPRING FLOWERS TO PLANT 1. DAFFODIL • Type: Perennial bulb• Hardiness zones: 3-8• Light: Full sun• To plant: For colder climates, plant bulbs in the fall. For warmer climates, chill bulbs in the refrigerator for 10-14 weeks before planting. 2. BLEEDING HEART • Type: Perennial herbaceous• Hardiness zones: 3-9• Light: Partial or full shade• To plant: Start the seeds indoors, or divide existing plant roots and replant. 3. SNOWDROP • Type: Perennial bulb• Hardiness zones: 2-7• Light: Partial shade• To plant: For colder climates, plant bulbs in the fall. Snowdrops do not grow well in warmer climates. 4. PANSY • Type: Perennial herbaceous (in warmer climates, they act as annuals)• Hardiness zones: 4-10• Light: Full sun• To plant: Plant seeds in fall or spring; alternatively, buy established plants…

“Necessity is the mother of invention” is exactly the case for the King family. Casey King’s pursuit of a custom and charming porch swing for her family of six led her and her husband, Eric, to create Magnolia Porch Swings in 2015. Casey had been disappointed with the limited, bland selections, so she turned to a local woodworking friend for a custom swing. The idea for Magnolia Porch Swings came from Casey’s desire to provide this option to other families. The outdoor furniture from Magnolia Porch Swings comes in a variety of wood options, each a unique piece that has character and charm. The company is through and through an American-made, family-run business. Each King family member plays a part, from the youngest at 4 years old to the oldest at…

WHETHER YOUR HOME IS all neutrals or full of color, it’s a challenge to pick white paint. Luckily, designer Amy Mitchell of Home Glow Design has pointers on how to pick the right shade of white. Tip Before choosing a color, get a sample and paint a swatch on your wall. Then make sure you like it at different times of day and with various lighting. WHITE AND OFF-WHITE One common question is: Can you use white and off-white together? The answer is yes. “The trick is to make it look intentional and not a mistake,” Amy says. “An easy way to make this combo look intentional is to use the typical 60/30/10 percent proportion for balancing color in a room.” Sixty percent is white, 30 percent is off-white and an…

“Our intention was to make it a cozy farmhouse without making it too trendy or cluttered, which is where the modern design came in.”—Jenna Reading SOMETIMES, DESIGN CHALLENGES make the job more interesting, and ultimately, more fun. Jenna Reading and Amanda Downs, co-owners of South Main Design, faced some unique challenges while designing this timeless modern farmhouse. They began during the height of the pandemic and had to navigate around closures and lockdowns by using e-design options and video calls. These issues ultimately did nothing to slow them down, as they took a torn-down bungalow in a historic district in Newtown, Pennsylvania, and built up an eye-catching modern farmhouse in its stead. The home was a dream come true for their clients, with its combination of staple modern and farmhouse design…

A house doesn’t have to be in terrible shape to deter a potential buyer. All it can take is an outdated look or an undesired wall color to make someone think it isn’t right for them. But when visionary Liz Marie Galvan saw a blue 1800s farmhouse with a dark wood interior, she didn’t let it scare her away from what it would eventually become: the home they now call White Cottage Farm. The old farmhouse that captured the hearts of the Galvan family six years ago is just outside Grand Rapids, Michigan, on eight acres of land. Liz, a designer, blogger, author and shop owner of The Found Cottage, her husband, Jose, and their son, Copeland, enjoy living in this home while they update it to suit their cozy,…

Every design decision has pros and cons, and deciding on a neutral color palette for your home is no exception. If a space has a white base, it provides a versatile foundation that allows you to easily switch things up seasonally and as trends change. However, it can be challenging to design a white space without it looking sterile or basic. In her new book, The Art of Living With White: a Year of Inspiration, author Chrissie Rucker, founder of The White Company, explores stunning homes that have overcome this challenge. “[The homeowners’] mutual love of white comes to life in very different ways—and each owner’s compelling story shines through in the design of their home,” writes Chrissie. Here are some of the concepts that helped each home succeed. MIX IT…

SOMETHING AQUA BLUE, PAGE 24 For more on Dave, visit casedesign.com. Countertop in quartz Calacatta Mirragio Gold: Calacatta. MSI Surfaces. Visit msisurfaces.com. Floor tile: Daltile Custom Mosaic. Visit daltile.com. Hardware and light fixtures: Devol Kitchens. Visit devolkitchens.com. Inset cabinets in linen color: Shiloh Cabinetry. Visit shilohcabinetry.com. Over-counter sink: original resurfaced in Sherwin-Williams “Aqua” paint. (800) 474-3794 or sherwin-williams.com. Range: Blue Star. Visit bluestarcooking.com. FLORAL FINESSE, PAGE 28 For more on Janet, visit shabbyfufu.com or her Amazon storefront at amazon.com/shop/shabbyfufu. PANDEMIC PROJECT, PAGE 32 For more on Jenna and Amanda, visit southmaindesign.com. Berlin chandelier in bedroom: Arteriors. (800) 338-2150 or arteriorshome.com. Big Sur square arm sectional: Pottery Barn. (888) 779-5176 or potterybarn.com. Cela stool: Essentials for Living. Visit essentialsforliving.com. Jefferson library sconce: High Street Market. Visit highstreetmarket.com. Modern industrial kitchen cabinet hardware:…

Some collectibles are enjoyable to hunt because they’re rare or are part of a specific set. Then there are others that can be as creative as you are. Vintage vessels are one such collectible. “I started collecting old vessels because I wanted a connection to the past,” says Instagrammer Kelly Blasingame of Kelly’s Cozy Style. “Choosing vintage décor that already has history adds so much charm to a space.” Kelly has looked both in person and online for her vessels. “My most successful places to find these gems are flea markets and Facebook Marketplace. I’ve also found many through Etsy, Instagram small-business accounts, antiques stores, local boutiques, estate sales and Chairish.” Prices can vary greatly, depending on what the vessel is. “I’ve paid as little as $20 for a French…

GOOD DESIGN IS A COMBINATION OF BIG ARCHITECTURAL DECISIONS and small décor accents. Interior designer Wendy Pruitt of Heart of Wendy has always taught her family the importance of the details. “I’m always paying attention to the little things in life,” she says. “All the details mean so much to me. It’s in the small things that there’s beauty.” It’s these details that are evident in her farmhouse-style home. Elements she has found from both local artists and large brands complete the home’s spring look. “It’s the small details that really stand out and pull the whole room together,” Wendy says. All of those small decisions are what make her house unique as she changes her décor with every passing season. “All the details mean so much to me. It’s…

Things are getting “moody” for our Utah Project House speculative build by The Fox Group. We now have a set of glorious, not-your-basic-Pinterest-board mood boards. “Mood boards are like visual wishlists,” says Cara Fox, owner of The Fox Group. “They are bursting with the ideas for the project but the boards can also be revised as needed throughout the process.” For home-build clients, mood boards showcase an overall vision they can get behind. For The Fox Group, they outline what they want, what they’ve chosen already and what’s still on the to-do list. Today, you get to take a peek at a few of the mood boards for our Project House: a mudroom, bathroom and bedroom. UPSTAIRS BEDROOM The upstairs of the home has three bedrooms: the primary, and two…

At American Farmhouse Style, we love to highlight décor enthusiasts who have taken their passion to the next level. Nissa-Lynn Parson is a Texas interior decorator who has run her Dallas-based business for the last 12 years, and who has expanded its success through online platforms. Here’s a bit of her story. American Farmhouse Style: How did you get connected with the online farmhouse community? Nissa-Lynn: I started my Instagram account in 2015 as a way to showcase my work. As the account grew, people asked to see more of my home and my personal decorating projects. I found a positive Instagram community with people who had similar tastes. AFS: Would you consider yourself a decorator or influencer? Or both? Nissa-Lynn: I’ve had my own interior decorating business for the…