American Farmhouse Style August/September 2024

Call me old fashioned, but I love seeing a Made in America label on things I purchase. I have great admiration for American craftsmen, makers, and builders and the lasting quality they produce. My maternal grandfather worked for the Great Northern Railroad on trains loaded with lumber and goods that became part of the homes and small businesses that are the backbone of the American economy. Doing what we can as consumers to support our fellow citizen businesses is as important as ever for the growth and resilience of our economy. We’re celebrating American quality in this issue with fresh products to shop and highlighting several businesses and their home-grown stories. Come along as we tour six amazing homes that integrate the farmhouse aesthetic into their family-friendly spaces. And not…

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When looking at ways to elevate your home design, don’t underestimate how seemingly smaller details can truly transform a space. Refreshing your window trim is a great way to give your home a custom feel, and will help elevate the look and feel of your home. Home design and lifestyle influencer and blogger Liz Fourez of Love Grows Wild (@lizlovegrowswild) offers the following tutorial on how to give your window a trim and makeover without breaking the bank—or your back! WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • Tape measure• Pencil• 1 x 4 boards (how much will depend on your window measurements)• Brad nailer• 1 x 2 board• 1 x 3 board• 1 x 6 board• Caulking• Primer• Paint WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Remove the old trim. 2. Measure from the sill to the top…

Good sleep can be hard to come by, but the right bedding can make it more attainable. Founded in 1894 in Frankenmuth, Michigan, Frankenmuth Woolen Mill began with the simple mission of crafting locally grown wool into warm bedding for their small farming community. Over the next 130 years, the company would supply socks for soldiers during WWI, as well as expand their reach and narrow their product focus to natural wool bedding. Quality and sustainability are key pillars of the company’s mission, as all wool is ethically sourced from American farmers that have a negative carbon footprint. Wool is an excellent option for its many health and practical benefits. It naturally regulates temperature no matter the season, is odor resistant, is breathable and is lightweight. For those with allergies, wool’s…

While home trends can be fun to follow, when it comes down to it, it’s the tried-and-true materials that have proven their ability to stand the test of time. Brick is not only a wonderful way to enhance your home’s curb appeal, but also to elevate your interior spaces. With nearly 150 years of providing quality brickwork, Cherokee Brick offers a variety of options made from clay sourced in Macon, Georgia and Jackson, Mississippi, and other materials that are local. This emphasis on local sourcing exemplifies Cherokee’s commitment to sustainability as well as providing quality products made in the USA. Brick is an excellent choice for a building material for several reasons. On a practical level, brick requires little to no maintenance for 100 years, can withstand the wear and tear…

Building a greenhouse has been a long-time dream for me and my husband, Skip. Over the past few years, we’ve been continuously thrifting and collecting materials that could bring this dream to life. Our goal was to not only create a space that was functional for germinating seeds and nurturing plants for our garden, but also to serve as a peaceful escape for outdoor dining and entertaining. This year, through creativity and hard work, we turned our dream into a reality, building a greenhouse that has practical functionality and nostalgic charm. We learned so much through this DIY journey, and I’m sharing these helpful tips to guide you through the process! FINDING YOUR MATERIALS Reused: Reusing old materials is an environmentally friendly choice that adds architectural detail and personality to any…