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Country View

Aaron has turned chores for his sons into a new business
Eddy Sanders will yak, yak, yak all day about the critters on his farm
The Wilson's raise heritage chickens for quality, not quantity

Latest Country Homes Stories

This micro-creamery specializes in the local touch
When making plans for a new barn, think it through completely
The Ericksons teach kids responsibility through farm animals
A high-quality paint brush costs more, but it also makes your project...

Decorating and designing your home

Paint rollers can make your project go faster and easier
The bathroom may be last on the list when it comes to decorating, but...
Bring simple country style to your table this Thanksgiving season...
A porch combines the best of both worlds, bringing the inside out,...
Sweet dreams are all but guaranteed when your bedroom is this...

DIY Projects

Professionally grown sod is sturdy, dense, and virtually weed-free....
Dirt happens in the country! A mudroom can help keep it contained and...
Upside-down tomato planters are all the rage this season, but there...
Before and after; a farmhouse gets a facelift
A great alternative to a deck or concrete slab, a brick patio allows...

Latest Blogs

Betsy's Backyard |
5/17/13 | 3:29 PM
During the drought last year, the water level in our pond dropped by several feet. Some...read more
Betsy's Backyard |
5/15/13 | 4:21 PM
This is the view looking south from the our pond dam. You can see our fence at the bottom...read more