March 2015

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A Rustic Romance

After sampling a few other decorating styles, a Missouri family finds long-lasting happiness by embracing a passion for primitive. Black Magic: Learn how to incorporate darker finishes into your home to add drama and dimension. Read a sneak peek here!

His & Hers

A new addition on an older abode allows an Oregon antiques dealer to honor the bones of a 1936 Tudor Revival home and keep her contemporary style-loving husband happy. The Art of Mixing: Find out how to merge elegant and weathered pieces for a refined-meets-rustic look. Bonus: Enter here for your chance to win whimsical cow-themed wall decor!

The Big Switch

An Iowa homeowner exchanges a Victorian bed-and-breakfast for a quaint house that showcases her primitive-country roots. A Primitive Palette: Paint your way to a classic country look with step-by-step instructions for a unique wall treatment.

Once Upon a Time

A storybook Pennsylvania cottage utilizes a pale palette and carefully curated collections to make the small home feel light and airy. Dazzling White: Get ideas on how to keep a neutral scheme anything but boring with pops of color and touches of texture.

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Country Connections

Find out what's new with fellow Country Sampler readers, our social media sites, current contests and more. This month, we're showcasing our Easter Ideas Pinterest board, a fan photo from Facebook and a fun video about upholstering a stool with a feed sack.

Antiques Q&A

Spring is in the air -- and in this grouping of pretty antiques, including Easter tins, a vintage egg cooker and lovely Limoges dessert plates.

Country Treasures

Chase away the last remnants of winter by refreshing your rooms with this charming collection of spring- and Easter-themed decor.

Decorate with Crafts

The Country Sampler stylists help a vintage-loving couple accessorize their treasures with quaint country accents that have plenty of spring in their step. Click here for a sneak preview!

Easter Egg Hunt Giveaway

The reader-favorite Easter Egg Hunt Giveaway is in its 19th year! Join the fun and hunt for the 12 golden eggs hidden in the pages of our March 2015 Craft Fair, and then enter for your chance to win a Country Sampler shopping spree. Click here to enter the contest.

Craft Fair Online

Our Craft Fair offers you one-stop, hassle-free shopping for home and garden accessories, furnishings and patterns. Click here to find out more information on our crafters and their products.