Country Sampler Farmhouse Style Autumn 2025

Although it may be sunny and warm where you live, the cooler months of autumn are just around the corner. Fall may signal the garden’s final harvest and the fading of flower beds, but it’s also a season of dazzling tree colors, the sound of migratory birds heading south, crisp air that begs to be inhaled deeply, and full moons that enchant the night skies. Autumn is a time of change and renewal, and it’s one of the reasons I love living in the Midwest. This year, think of ways you can truly enjoy all the pleasures of fall. Yes, carve a pumpkin, drink hot apple cider, and jump in a pile of leaves—but also take a quiet walk in the woods and breathe in the rich, earthy scent (look…

OUR VINTAGE BUNGALOW Follow along with Tammy King, a blogger who encourages simple, intentional living by shopping secondhand and reducing meaningless clutter. She and her family have learned to curate contentment in a single-wide mobile home while renovating a farmhouse on their property. https://ourvintagebungalow.com JAR STORE Whether you’re eager to preserve summer’s bounty, make hand-poured candles or organize a pantry, The Jar Store website is a convenient place to shop for a huge variety of glass jars in one place. Many are available in large-quantity packs ideal for makers or projects that require matching containers. https://jarstore.com THE COUNTRY CHIC COTTAGE With an engineering background, Angie Holden of The Country Chic Cottage delves into the many uses of cutting and sublimation machines on her YouTube channel. The Tennessee crafter demonstrates seasonal…

Quilts, with their inventive patterns and color combinations, have inspired decorators past and present. Although we’re eager to display these treasures in our homes, we might not consider our own skills strong enough to try this heritage craft ourselves. Annie’s Attic is here to help! Develop a new hobby with the beginner-level quilt patterns and projects available at AnniesAttic.com. Many of the patterns are offered as a digital download for quick and easy access. Quilter’s World magazine editor Carolyn Beam recommends beginners try a table runner or pillow kit. “Starting with a small project introduces new quilters to different quilting techniques and builds confidence,” she says. “In my experience teaching beginning quilters, the hardest part for them is fabric selection. By using a kit, there is no guesswork to choosing…

When I step into the Country Peony Studio today, I see more than just a creative workspace. I see the culmination of history, dreams and a labor of love—all woven together in a space that now brims with inspiration and purpose. Let me take you on the journey of how this special place came to be. Once the Heart of Ammannsville, Texas Nestled in the small community of Ammannsville, Texas, a general store thrived for decades until 1965 as AJ Cernosek Grocery. This 100-year-old building was where neighbors came together to share stories over home-baked goods, stock up on fresh produce, gather meat at the butcher shop within the general store, and pick up farm essentials. The store was a central hub for the community, embodying the close-knit spirit of…

What’s better than wrapping up with a thick quilt on a chilly autumn evening? Whether it’s perfectly stitched or shows the errors of one learning the craft, a handmade quilt can carry deep emotional meaning, not to mention everyday functionality and decorative possibility. American quilts were originally born of necessity, as early settlers needed layered bedcoverings to stay warm in drafty homes. In those days, quilters utilized what they had on hand, repurposing old clothes, blankets, feed sacks and other materials into patchwork patterns. Purely practical quilts transitioned into more creative designs, and quilting techniques that used new fabrics later became popular, including appliqué quilting. Eventually, the introduction of the sewing machine helped make stitching easier, though many quilts are still sewn by hand. Quiltmaking continued to be popular during…

The main living areas are often the spaces that command our decorating attention. It’s in these rooms that friends visit, guests come for dinner and the family gathers for game night. As much as we cherish making memories with those we love, sometimes we need a break from the commotion. That’s when a calming bedroom beckons. With a little effort, your bedroom can be transformed from an afterthought into a true enclave that nurtures restful sleep and relaxation. Corral those piles of clothing, add in some carefully curated touches and before long, you’ll find yourself gravitating to a bedroom that envelops you in its peaceful aura. Play With Color, Texture and Pattern The rich, comforting color brown is queen this season, from the tones of natural linen and rattan to…