Inside the Create & Decorate June 2007 Issue

What's Inside the June 2007 Issue

There is just something about summer that just can’t be beat. From the abundant amount of farm-fresh vegetables to enjoying the outdoors, there is always something to see or do. A simple walk becomes not only an adventure but also an inspiration. Try taking a walk outside your home and draw some creativity from objects around you; it will make your crafting much more personal.

Inside this issue of Create & Decorate you will find a vast array of summer-style crafts and many different ways to arrange them in your home for a truly warm and inviting display.

Projects
	Just for Dad There are countless ways to express love and gratitude to Dad on Father’s Day. One of the most special ways is to send a handmade card from the heart.
	Strawberry Pin Keep Pincushions capture the nostalgia of retro-style crafts and a strawberry is a sweet pick for this little wool pin keep.
	Punch Needle Ladybug Open up your home to the beauty of nature. Invest just a weekend in making this sweet little ladybug and enjoy it for a lifetime.
	Vacation Journal Every journal tells a story. What will yours say about a cherished family trip or a journey to a new and exciting destination. Have fun creating a place to display your favorite vacation mementos.
	Rustic Seed Packet Holder This project will take you back to the sunny days spent on Grandpa’s farm sorting seeds out to plant in the garden. Use this piece to hold seed packets, dried herbs and flowers, small garden tools or gloves.
	Watermelon Punch Rug Watermelons represent old-fashioned comfort come summertime!
	Crow in the Garden This big old crow has found a peaceful retreat in a garden full of sunflowers—a sure sign that summer is just around the corner.
	Independence Stroll Have you found your favorite decorating style? If you are like many who favor the heritage of Americana décor, this piece needs to nest at your home.
	Tulips in the Round A splash of purple adds a spring-like feeling to this felt table cover. Place a vase full of spring flowers in the center for the birds to fly around!
	Colonial Pineapple Our rug hooked pineapple makes a warm and inviting centerpiece with a folk art feel.
	Summer Daze Album Next time you have a free afternoon, sit down and create a little summer album. It’s sure to help you recall lazy days at the beach, picnics in the park, a ball game, or patriotic parade.
	Hearthside Plates Lively country colors help these little square plates brim with quaint personality.
	Old Glory Set Flags and stars are the essence of summer and hallmarks of Americana décor. These rustic little pieces should appear around your home just in time for the season.
	Farm Fresh Strawberries Bring the freshness of the farmers market to your table with a bowl full of ripe strawberries—they are the perfect pick for a summer centerpiece!
	Summer Lunch Ensemble Make your luncheon guest feel special with this morning glory ensemble. Place a clear glass bowl or plate on top of the charger to serve a light lunch or dessert.
	Kitchen Pantry Collection Here’s an easy, inexpensive way to make a special set of custom accent pieces with an old-fashioned kitchen theme.
	Herb Covers Herbs are fresh design motifs for kitchen decor. These painted stove covers would also look charming hung on the wall or displayed in a plate rack.
	Garden Trellis Shelf Freshen up a tired space with our garden-theme shelf. This neutral piece will complement almost any style décor and will stay in style for many seasons to come.
	Garden Verse Sampler A tin tile is a unique choice on which to paint a garden-themed sampler. A neutral background of ivory and linen lets the verse and design take center stage in this framed piece.
	Country Veggie Magnets Using nature’s rich color palette, unique textures, and veggie motifs, you can add some earthy charm to your kitchen with handmade refrigerator magnets.
	Felted Cat with Bird Take a few hours one rainy afternoon and dive into your stash of wool scraps. With just a small selection of colors, you can create this felted cat and bird, inspired by the simplicity of folk art.
	New Life for an Old Find Looking for antique to vintage pieces to paint, the designer found this vintage saltbox and will use it for a recipe card box. The techniques used on this piece can be applied to a new wood as well as flea market finds. The final result has a beautiful rustic antique finish.
	Antique Floral Table Mat The colors are soft and faded in this hooked rug. It is whimsical yet has an age to it that makes it a perfect accent for any country room. The smaller size lets you hook it up quickly and enjoy it anywhere.
	Memories in Your Garden Give the gift of memories to one’s garden . . . with each passing season it grows more beautiful as the memories that come with it.
	Botanical Album In the heart of winter, many turn to the pages of their favorite flower catalogs to conjure up the warmth of spring. Tulips are an ideal image to spruce up an otherwise ordinary photo album.
	Buckets of Kindness Fill these sweet little felt buckets with all kind of goodies and share with a close friend.
	Bee Hive Ensemble Refined and relaxed garden style is a great look for a room. Introduce the look with smaller pieces such as this bee hive pot and mat and allow the theme to evolve from there.
	Willow Tree Bowl Here’s a design for all seasons. There’s something about the willow tree that captures the spirit of country life and farmhouse charm.
	Remember Journal A simple needle punch pattern was added to the front of an inexpensive, little blank book, and covered with some overdyed wool. You can use it to record important dates or funny anecdotes, or you can use it as a daily journal.
	Faith Family Friends This piece is a perfect picture of these three blessings.
	Painted Bottle Trio Small accent pieces or collections dispersed around your home help to mix the antique with the new for a fresh country look.
	Grow Where You Are Planted A tapestry of colors and textures are woven into this framed floral design.
	Punch Needle Heart Sheep Bring a sweet, heartwarming sheep into your little one’s room. This design captures the warmth and presence of a child’s antique pull toy.

Features

Primitive Sign Series
What’s your favorite weekend pastime? If antiquing is at the top of your list on Saturday morning then this sign will be a happy reminder of days off to come!

Inspired by Antiques
Filley Apple Pan and Stevens Coffin Tray – “This pan is an interpretation of an apple pan, or bread pan, probably made and decorated in the Oliver Filley tinshop in Bloomfield, Connecticut, circa 1800-1846.

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